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2013 Film Adaptations
The book is always better, right? These books will all be adapted to film in the next year or so. Make sure to get your hands on them before the big rush starts!
Film: Parker
Flashfire [electronic resource] by Richard Stark
Film: Warm Bodies
Warm bodies: a novel by Isaac Marion
Zumba time
As we help Canton Township celebrate 100 Days to Health, Stacye (Angelica) Cranford will lead us in a one-hour session of Zumba. What's Zumba? It's a popular form of fitness combining energetic music, Latin dance moves and super calorie burning. Join the fun and enthusiasm on Saturday, February 2 at 1:00 PM.Registration required.
Adult Writers' Group
Calling all writers! The next meeting of the Adult Writers' Group, Saturday, January 26,will have a representative from the independent book store, As the Page Turns, talk about the relationship they have with authors. Tai Chi
Canton's 100 Days to Health is in full swing and we wanted to be a part of the festivities. Julie Burt, Tai Chi instructor at the Summit will lead library patrons in a session of Tai Chi's purposeful movements. If you haven't gotten started on your own journey to health, now is the time and the library is the place. Join us on Saturday, February 16 at Noon.Knit Night
Join other handcrafters for an evening of sharing and learning. All ages and stages are welcome at this informal gathering on Monday, February 11 at 7:00 PM in the library Purple Room. Bring you own project, yarn and needles.2013 Tax Season Opens January 30th for 1040 Filers
The Internal Revenue Service will begin to accept and process 1040 applications on January 30th because of the recent tax law changes enacted by Congress in early January. However, there are several forms that require more extensive programming and testing because of the late legislation. At this time these forms are expected to be accepted in late February or March.Thorndyke Thoughts
Hey Kids. Big News coming up in the world of picture books! On Monday, January 28th the American Library Association will award the 75th Caldecott Medal for the best from Seattle WA (Hey! LB just went there!). The Caldecott Medal is awarded annually (that means every year) to the artist of the book with the best illustrations published during the previous year. I would think that would be a tough thing to decide. The committee that chooses the winner thinks so too, so they usually award Caldecott Honor Medals to the runners-up. 75 years is a really long time--like before your parents were born! To celebrate, I thought I'd share some of my favorite picture books from the past year. Here are the top 5 in no particular order:
If you like Kia Dupree…
Kia Dupree writes dramatic, intense Urban Fiction. Try some of these if you like Shattered:
The coldest winter ever by Sister Souljah
Push by Sapphire
Section 8: a hood rat novel by K'wan
Library Board Meeting Agenda — January 17, 2013
- Call the Meeting to Order
- Call to Audience (5 min. maximum)
- Approval of Agenda
- Approval of Minutes
- Communications
- Report of the Library Director
- Overview of Canton Public Library Board By-laws
- Amy Lee — Small Business Resource Center Presentation
- Nomination and Election of 2013 Board Officers
- Committee Assignments Discussion
- Approve new contract for wireless services
- Approve printer-copier lease contracts renewal
- Call to Audience (5 min. maximum)
- Adjourn
Super Bowl Kickoff!
The NFL playoffs are in full swing and Super Bowl 47 is right around the corner. While you're waiting, catch up on some of the lives of some of the sport's greatest players and coaches — both past and present:
Moving the chains: Tom Brady and the pursuit of everything by Charles P. Pierce
Namath: a biography by Mark Kriegel
Introduction to Pinterest
Pinterest lets you create and share virtual "boards" full of inspiration and ideas about your passions and hobbies. Through images and links posted by other users (or by you), you can plan a wedding, collect recipes, share crafting know-how and more with your friends online! Join us on Saturday, February 2nd at 3:00 PM to learn more about this fun website and start pinning.Prerequisites: Basic Internet skills and either an email address or a Facebook or Twitter account (required for participation-attendees without these accounts will still be able to observe).
Storytime Changes
Starting on January 14, there will be a number of exciting changes to our Storytime roster! We will continue to offer Family Storytimes, add a second Baby Storytime, and unveil our Preschool Storytime sessions. Please read the information below to determine where your child will have the most fun, then follow the links to additional information about objectives and guidelines to create the best experience for your child.
Baby Storytime
Baby Storytime is intended for children who are 18 months and younger. An adult must accompany the baby to storytime which lasts approximately 30 minutes. In the Purple Room, registration requiredFamily Storytime
Family Storytime is intended for children who are 5 and younger. An adult must accompany the child to storytime which lasts approximately 30 minutes.- Mondays 10:00-10:30 AM in the Community Room
- Wednesdays 10:00-10:30 AM in the Community Room
- Thursdays 10:00-10:30 AM in the Community Room
- Saturdays 10:00-10:30 AM in the Purple Room
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime is intended for children who are 3 to 5 years old. We encourage independence in the preschool storytime; children are welcome to attend this session without their caregiver. Caregivers must stay in the Children’s Library while the storytime takes place. If their caregiver decides to attend the session they are expected to take part in the storytime activities. Each Preschool Storytime session lasts approximately 30 minutes. In the Purple Room, registration requiredAll structured storytime sessions will be followed by a 30 minute open ABC Activity Time.
The Battle of New Orleans
On January 8, 1815, during the War of 1812, British forces suffered more than 2,000 casualties in their attack on New Orleans. The defending U.S. forces were led by General Andrew Jackson who became a national hero as a result. Ironically, neither side knew that the war had already ended two weeks before with the signing of the Treaty of Ghent.
The Battle of New Orleans by Robert V. Remini
Happy Birthday Elvis!
Elvis Presley was born on January 8, 1935 in Tupelo, Mississippi. He would have turned 78 this year. A multi-dimensional performer, Elvis' diverse talents are on display in the many recordings and movies that he left behind:
Careless love: the unmaking of Elvis Presley by Peter Guralnick
The Colonel: the extraordinary story of Colonel Tom Parker and Elvis Presley by Alanna Nash
Time is… Time was… January 2013
The North American International Automobile Show, known as the Detroit Auto Show around here, opens to the public on Monday, January 19. The first Detroit Auto Show was held in 1907. What began as a local show is now international in scope.
The car: the evolution of the beautiful machine by Rod Green
Merrily we roll along [videodisc]: The early days of the automobile by NBC News Productions
Motorcars of the classic era by Michael Furman
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Look What's In Large Print January 2013
The road to grace [large print]: the third journal of the walk series by Richard Paul Evans
What doesn't kill you [large print] by Iris Johansen
The beginner's goodbye [large print] by Anne Tyler
The hunter [large print]: a novel by John Lescroart
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Book Club Choices January 2013
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Board Gaming League of Canton
Into board games like Settlers, Carcassonne, or Puerto Rico? Drop bySaturday, February 2 between Noon and 5:45 PM for our monthly Board Gaming League of Canton meeting. Play some of the hottest games and meet some new folks!Teen Animanga Club
Wednesday, February 27, 6:30-8:45 PM join us for our monthly meeting of the Animanga Club! We've got all sorts of zaniness in store from a raffle to trivia to our always popular "mystery anime." What is it this month? Sorry, no hints. Drop by and let your inner otaku run free.
