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Soon to Be a Major Motion Picture, Part 3
Look for these films based on popular books in your local theater in the coming months:
Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte — Starring Kaya Scodelario, James Howson. Release date: October 2012
Les misérables by Victor Hugo — Starring Hugh Jackman, Anne Hathaway, Russell Crowe. Release date: December 2012
Lay the favorite: a memoir of gambling by Beth Raymer — Starring Bruce Willis, Catherine Zeta-Jones. Release date: October 2012
Gore Vidal 1925-2012
Gore Vidal, the noted author, playwright and essayist has died at the age of 86 due to complications from pneumonia. Vidal was also known as an outspoken political commentator. During his long literary career he wrote some 25 novels, several screenplays, and more than 200 essays. He also appeared in several films, including the politcal satire Bob Roberts.
1876: a novel by Gore Vidal
Burr: a novel by Gore Vidal
Murder Will Out, August 2012
Mr. Churchill's secretary by Susan Elia MacNeal
Sidney Chambers and the shadow of death by James Runcie
Boston cream by Howard Shrier
The cat, the wife and the weapon: a cats in trouble mystery by Leann Sweeney
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August Bookstore Specials
Buy two get one free
Hard back mystery, romance and novelsBag Sale
Fill a bag and purchase the lot for just $5 (some restrictions may apply):- Friday, August 24, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
- Saturday, August 25, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
- Monday, August 27, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
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Author Maeve Binchy 1940-2012
Best-selling Irish author Maeve Binchy has died at the age of 72 after a short illness. She worked as a teacher before becoming a journalist, columnist and editor at the Irish Times. Her first novel, Light a Penny Candle, was published in 1982 and became a bestseller. A beloved author throughout the world, she was known for heart-warming books which explored family and human relationships with drama and humor. Binchy saw several of her works turned into movies, including Circle of Friends and Tara Road.
The copper beech by Maeve Binchy
DIA Summer Fun!
Time Travel to Historic Canton Quiz
Take the Time Travel To Historic Canton Quiz! A new question will be posted every week, so check back often.
Week 6 Question
What are the names of the businesses presently located in the the original Cherry Hill Inn (built in 1864)?Rules
- A new question will be posted every week
- Use the Canton Township reference books, at the Main Adult Help Desk, for clues
- Submit your answer, along with your contact information, at the Main Adult Help Desk
- Those participants who get all of the answers correct will be placed in a drawing for a prize!
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Brewing Beer with George
"Beer is living proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy" is falsely attributed to Ben Franklin. Franklin was actually talking about rain. However, the popular phrase will be highlighted as local homebrewer, George Hotelling, shares his brewing expertise and shows us how to brew up a batch of his finest beer. Join us onSunday, July 29 at 1:00 PM. You must be 21 to attend.
Summer Olympians
The 2012 Summer Olympics are being held in London beginning July 27 and concluding on August 12. Officially known as the Games of the XXX Olympiad, the games will comprise 32 sports and 302 events. Locally, you can catch all of the exciting coverage on NBC.
Murder Will Out
Have you ever read a book, loved it, and can't understand why no one else has read this wonderful author? Here are some of my unknowns, or little knowns, you really should try: Deborah Grabien's JP Kincaid Chronicles, Luiz Alfredo Garcia-Roza's Brazilian Inspector Espinoza, Margaret Frazer's Joliffe series is a spin-off of the Sister Frevisse stories, and fans of Stieg Larsson's books should try Ake Edwardson's Inspector Erik Winter.
Rock & roll never forgets by Deborah Grabien
The silence of the rain by Luiz Alfredo Garcia-Roza
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Time Travel to Historic Canton Quiz
Take the Time Travel To Historic Canton Quiz! A new question will be posted every week, so check back often.
Week 5 Question
What is the name of the cemetery located at Gyde and Ridge Roads?Rules
- A new question will be posted every week
- Use the Canton Township reference books, at the Main Adult Help Desk, for clues
- Submit your answer, along with your contact information, at the Main Adult Help Desk
- Those participants who get all of the answers correct will be placed in a drawing for a prize!
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Drawing with Sharon Dillenbeck
D & M Art Studio owner and artist extraordinaire, Sharon Dillenbeck, will share her techniques for basic drawing skills. Start something new to enhance your life and your home on August 23 at 6:30 PM.
DIA Spanish Masterpieces - CANCELED
Picasso’s Melancholy Woman returns to the DIA this summer after being on loan to several prestigious museums. In celebration of its return, the DIA is hosting Five Spanish Masterpieces by the likes of Goya, El Greco, Dali and more. The exhibit actually contains much more than just five masterworks.We're also celebrating our participation in the DIA Inside|Out project, that is. Have you seen our lovely Young Woman with a Violin by Italian artist Orazio Gentileschi?
What We're Reading July 2012
After Annie: a novel by Michael Tucker
Games traitors play by Jon Stock
Ministers of fire: a novel by Mark Harril Saunders
The scent of cherry blossoms: a romance from the heart of Amish country by Cindy Woodsmall
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Time was, Time is… July 2012
Disneyland opened on July 17, 1955. Queen Elizabeth celebrates her Diamond Jubilee this year, China is becoming a world power, and Andy Farrell creates his list of the greatest ever golfers.
The 100 greatest ever golfers by Andy Farrell
Walt Disney: a biography by Louise Krasniewicz
Monarchy. The complete series. Disc 1 [videodisc] by a production of Thirteen/WNET New York in association with Channel Four Television and Granada Video
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Author Stephen R. Covey, 1932-2012
Author Dr. Stephen R. Covey has passed away at the age of 79. His most well-known book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change, has sold over 20 million copies, spawned a number of related books and has been named “the Most Influential Business Book of the Twentieth Century”. The management expert and cofounder of FranklinCovey was one of Time Magazine’s “25 Most Influential Americans” in 1996. His most recent book, The 3rd Alternative: Solving Life's Most Difficult Problems, outlines effective methods for conflict resolution at work, in school, or elsewhere in society.
Plymouth Whalers Collecting Food at Their Saturday, August 4, 2012 Game
Author Donald J. Sobol Dies
Time Travel To Historic Canton Quiz
Take the Time Travel To Historic Canton Quiz! A new question will be posted every week, so check back often.
Week 4 Question
Which Canton Township bridge is listed in the National Register of Historic Places?Rules
- A new question will be posted every week
- Use the Canton Township reference books, at the Main Adult Help Desk, for clues
- Submit your answer, along with your contact information, at the Main Adult Help Desk
- Those participants who get all of the answers correct will be placed in a drawing for a prize!
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Older Adults July 2012
Looking for activities to do with your grandchildren? You could…- Sign up for Canton Public Library's Connect Your Summer reading program
- Bring your grandchildren to one of the many activities Canton Public Library offers for children
- Start a book club for grandparents and grandkids
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