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Murder Will Out Edgar Winners Announced

The 2013 Edgar Allan Poe Awards were announced on Thursday, May 2 in New York. A complete list of the nominees and award winners is available at Mystery Writers of America.

Live by night by Dennis Lehane

The expats: a novel by Chris Pavone

Midnight in Peking: how the murder of a young Englishwoman haunted the last days of old China by Paul French

May 10, 2013

What We're Reading: May 2013

We're not just reading, we're listening to audiobooks and watching videos.

The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society [sound recording] by Mary Ann Shaffer & Annie Barrows

The lost art of mixing by Erica Bauermeister

Peyton Place [videodisc] by Twentieth Century Fox presents a CinemaScope picture ; Jerry Wald's production

A wrinkle in time: the graphic novel by [Madeleine L'Engle] ; adapted and illustrated by Hope Larson ; [colored by Jenn Manley Lee]

Putumayo presents Jazz around the world [sound recording]

May 10, 2013

Library Board Meeting Agenda — May 16, 2013

Thursday, May 16, 2013, 7:30 PM
  • Call the Meeting to Order
  • Call to Audience (5 min. maximum)
  • Approval of Agenda
  • Approval of Minutes
  • Communications
  • Director's Report
  • Committee Reports
  • Unfinished Business and General Orders
    • Jungle Java Express Lease Renewal
  • New Business
    • Strategic Plan Update
  • Call to Audience
  • Adjourn
May 10, 2013

eBook Basics

Kindle eReaderJoin us Saturday, May 11 from 10:00-11:30 AM in the I-Lab to learn the step-by-step of checking out free library eBooks with OverDrive. Devices featured in the live demo include Kindle and Nexus 10 tablet. Other popular eReaders are on hand for you to get acquainted, too.
Registration is required for this class.
May 09, 2013

Thorndyke Thoughts

 
   Hey Kids, Thorndyke here with an LB update. He just returned from a fascinating trip to Washington D.C., our nation's capital. Not only did he get to enjoy some beautiful weather and some delicious Joe Muggs coffee at Books-A-Million, but he got to tour Embassy Row. This is the street in Washington D.C. where all the Embassies are located. What's an Embassy? It's the office (or sometimes the home) of the Ambassador, the person appointed to represent his or her country's government in another country. So, for example, if you wanted to visit the American Embassy, you'd have to go to a different country to do so. How did I get so smart you ask? I looked up the word "embassy" in the dictionary. So visiting Embassy Row in D.C. is like getting to tour the whole world with out leaving home. It looks like LB made some new friends at the Saudi Arabia Embassy. 
   And just in case any of you are wondering, I did learn that, sadly, they were not building me a bear cave here in the library. But that's okay, I'm happy to stay where I am, so I can keep a close eye on all of you.
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May 07, 2013

May Bookstore Specials

The Secondhand Prose used bookstore (brought to you by the Friends of the Canton Public Library) is happy to offer May buys where you can get a great deal on gifts for the whole family, including yourself!

Buy 2 get 1 free-gardening, romance and travel

 

Bag Sale

Fill a bag and purchase the lot for just $5 (some restrictions may apply):
  • Friday, May 17, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
  • Saturday, May 18, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
  • Monday, May 20, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
May 07, 2013

Data Entry Volunteer Needed

Wanted: volunteer applicants for data entry position (preferably with MS Office experience.) Hours are flexible; one 2-hour shift per week, your choice of weekdays between 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. The preferred applicant will be a self-starter, comfortable with working independently. A friendly disposition and communication skills a must. Applications will be accepted at the Reception Desk through Friday, May 17 at 6:00 PM.

May 03, 2013

Look What's In Large Print: May 2013

Lost in Shangri-La: a true story of survival, adventure, and the most incredible rescue mission of World War II by Mitchell Zuckoff

Every man in this village is a liar [Large print]: an education in war by Megan K. Stack

The American Revolution [Large print]: a history by Gordon S. Wood

Victory at Yorktown [Large print]: the campaign that won the Revolution by Richard M. Ketchum





The zookeeper's wife [Large print]: a war story by Diane Ackerman

May 01, 2013

Milestone Children's Movies

Two Classic kids movies hit significant anniversaries this year. Either one would be a great idea for your next movie night.

Holes [videodisc] by Walt Disney Pictures presents in association with Walden Media a Chicago Pacific Entertainment & Phoenix Pictures production, an Andrew Davis film — Based on the Newbery winning children's book, this camp adventure starring Shia LaBeouf is 10 years old this year. It has it all...humor, adventure, family, friendship, and stinky shoes.


The Sandlot [videodisc] by Twentieth Century Fox in association with Island World ; a David Mickey Evans film ; written by David Mickey Evans & Robert Gunter ; produced by Dale de la Torre, William S. Gilmore ; directed by David Mickey Evans — If you haven't seen this classic baseball adventure in the 25 years since it came out, you need to rectify it.  A newcomer to town makes friends and faces fears while learning the fine game of baseball on his local Sandlot.

Apr 30, 2013

Michigan Legal Forms

Michigan Legal Forms, accessible from CPL’s database page, offers an array of legal forms at your fingertips. You can browse the categories, such as Wills & Estates, Power of Attorney, and Landlord Tenant. You can also search for your form in the search box. All forms are officially approved. Michigan specific forms are clearly indicated. Forms are available in Microsoft Word and/or Rich text.

Apr 30, 2013

Savvy Seniors: May 2013

Older Americans Month is a proud tradition that shows our commitment to honoring the value that elders contribute to our communities. This year’s Older Americans Month theme—“Unleash the Power of Age!”—highlights the significant contributions made by thousands of older Americans across our nation. Canton Public Library offers older adults a wide variety of programs throughout the month:

May 1          Savvy Seniors Computer Basics
May 2          Senior Spring Swing
May 11        eBook Basics
May 14        Social Security: What's at Stake
May 15        Total Wellness Training
May 18        Social Security: What's at Stake
May 23        Canton Senior Book Discussion

Apr 29, 2013

Murder Will Out: May 2013

The spotlight is on new authors or seasoned authors featuring new detectives...

Behind the walls: a Harper Jennings mystery by Merry Jones

Cage of bones: a novel by Tania Carver

Killer librarian by Mary Lou Kirwin

Moon underfoot by Bobby Cole

Nickeled and-dimed to death by Denise Swanson

Scratchgravel Road by Tricia Fields

Apr 29, 2013

Book Club Choices: May 2013

The perfect book for a book discussion is one that's not too easy, not too hard, that will hold the interest of a diverse group of readers and will also inspire a lively discussion. For additional book club resources try Canton Public Library's Book Club in a Bag kits.

The serpent's tale by Ariana Franklin

Atticus: a novel by Ron Hansen

The dressmaker: a novel by Kate Alcott

The tiger's wife: a novel by Téa Obreht

The light between oceans: a novel by M.L. Stedman

Apr 29, 2013

Intermediate Word

Learn more about advanced formatting options useful in creating larger documents, including headers and footers, page numbers and footnotes. Prerequisite:  Beginning Word 2007 or previous experience with Word.  Join us Friday, May 31st from 10:00 to 11:30 AM.
Apr 29, 2013

Beginning Word

Learn basic word processing skills including creating and formatting text, printing and saving. Prerequisite: Mouse and keyboarding skills. Join us Friday, May 17th from 10:00 to 11:30 AM. 

Apr 29, 2013

Enjoy eBooks & eAudiobooks

Access anytime, anywhere our large collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks from our website. Your Canton Public Library card is your key to gaining access to the latest best selling authors and titles. Don't forget to log in before you start searching. 

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Apr 27, 2013

Rid Your Home of Unwanted Medication

Canton Police Department will participating in the National Prescription Drug Give-Back program. You can drop off any unwanted, unused and expired medications on Saturday, April 27th from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM in the lobby drop-box at the Canton Police Department, 1200 S. Canton Center Rd. Liquids and needles will not be accepted. The initiative addresses a vital public health and safety issue. Usual disposal methods like flushing them down the toilet or throwing in trash poses are now not advised. Such methods pose both safety, health and environmental hazards. 
Apr 26, 2013

New Book Club in a Bag Kit

Behind the beautiful forevers [kit] by Katherine Boo — In this brilliantly written, fast-paced book, based on three years of uncompromising reporting, a bewildering age of global change and inequality is made human. Annawadi is a makeshift settlement in the shadow of luxury hotels near the Mumbai airport, and as India starts to prosper, Annawadians are electric with hope. With intelligence, humor, and deep insight into what connects human beings to one another in an era of tumultuous change, Behind the Beautiful Forevers carries the reader headlong into one of the twenty-first century's hidden worlds, and into the lives of people impossible to forget.

Apr 26, 2013

NHS Homework Help

NHS students are here to provide 3rd-12th graders free homework help. If you're interested in getting tutored:
  • You must be in 3rd through 12th grade
  • If you're under 12, your parent must remain in the library
  • You must bring the assignment and any other needed materials

Days and Times

Apr 26, 2013

Michigan Notable Books 2013

The Library of Michigan has announced the most 20 Michigan Notable Books out of 200 nominees written by a Michigan-connected author for 2013. Each title features the state's rich cultural, historical and literary heritage. The Michigan Notable Books at CPL are on display and find out where these authors are appearing in area libraries.  

Apr 25, 2013