Beat That!: The Bonkers Battle of Wacky Challenges
Perfect for a dreary day! Challenge your friends and family to these indoor friendly games.
Indoor Fun with Board Game and Book Pairings
For all the indoor cats ready to snuggle up for a cozy evening make sure to check out our Library of Things. From board games to living room friendly activities, we will make sure you don’t have to change out of your PJs to have a good time. Try these board game and book pairings to prepare for your hibernation this season! Put on your slippers and learn more about our full menu of board games and activities here
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Victorian Parlour Games: A Modern Host's Guide to Classic Fun for Everyone
Beat That! game pairing – Learn about the history of well-known classics and obscure indoor party games. Includes fun illustrations and instruction teaching you how to play over 20 games such as “The Minister’s Cat” and “Pass the Slipper.”
This title is also available for checkout as an eBook on Hoopla.
Earth
Develop your island and its unique ecosystem to continue the evolution of a thriving planet Earth.
What If We Get It Right?: Visions of Climate Futures
Sometimes the bravest thing we can do while facing an existential crisis is imagine life on the other side. This provocative and joyous book maps an inspiring landscape of possible climate futures. This title is also available for checkout in eAudio on Libby.
Ex Libris
Think you have what it takes to be a librarian? Ex Libris gives you the chance to flex your skills from shelving to encountering book bans from the local Village Council.
That Librarian: The Fight Against Book Banning in America
Ex Libris book pairing – If you think working in a library consists of reading books and shushing children, this book highlights the real hard work of librarians across the country. From death threats to harassment Jones faces countless threats in her fearless efforts to fight book bans.
This title is also available for checkout as an eBook on Libby.
Wingspan
Play as an ornithologist (that’s a bird scientist!) to build your own bird wildlife preserve. No binoculars or falconry gloves necessary!
Ornithography: An Illustrated Guide to Bird Lore & Symbolism
Wingspan book pairing – Ever spy a crow and wondered what omen this bird portents? Orinthography is a beautifully illustrated guide to the symbolism and folklore of birds so next time you will know to expect good or bad luck!