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YA Books: Arab-American Heritage Month
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Unbound Book Festival
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New Nonfiction April 2026
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Libros de béisbol para niños
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Women in History
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Hockey Nonfiction
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The flowers are blooming, the weather is getting nice, and it’s time to get outside! Or maybe read books about being outside! Or both! Whether you’re outdoorsy or outsidey, we’ve got a book for you! … Read more
TeensPosted April 22
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What is the attitude of gratitude? Why is gratitude important? How can I teach gratitude? These are all important questions to address when raising children. Ingraining the concept of gratitude into young minds is something that can be worked on a little every day; through your own actions, those of others, as well as through … Read more
KidsPosted April 20
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Dearest Gentle Readers, It has come to our attention that the Columbia Public Library is hosting a most exquisite affair, and you are cordially invited to participate in our miniature art exhibition. As the esteemed Pablo Picasso once noted, “Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.” Indeed, what better way to … Read more
AdultsPosted April 15
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A few weeks ago I accidentally carted home two books titled “Silent Treatment” by two different authors, the result of my unintentionally placing both copies on hold. This pleasant mistake (I sped through both books) left me considering various types of silence, some of which can be extremely beautiful, while others can be absolutely toxic, with … Read more
AdultsPosted April 12
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This doorstop of a novel tells the story of one Korean family living in Japan over the course of the 20th century. With themes like war, immigration, love, tragedy, and alienation, this expansive story feels like a modern classic. Although it was a heart-wrenching and unrelenting read at times, I could really feel the love … Read more
AdultsPosted April 10
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Happy Spring! While I am more of a #winterwitch myself, I will begrudgingly admit that there is something lowkenuinely pleasing (and grounding and cleansing) about the re-greening of the world that happens every March-April-May. And I do adore how the woods and fields transform into live-action seek-and-finds with the sudden blooming of the first wildflowers … Read more
TeensPosted April 8
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Chloe Dalton’s memoir “Raising Hare” will be the subject of the First Thursday Book Discussion on May 7 at the Columbia Public Library. Dalton’s busy life as a political advisor and speech writer changed dramatically during the COVID lockdown when she moved from London to the English countryside. It was here that she came across … Read more
AdultsPosted April 8
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Below I’m highlighting some nonfiction books coming out in April. All of the mentioned titles are available to put on hold in our catalog and will also be made available via the library’s Overdrive website on the day of publication in eBook and downloadable audiobook format (as available). For a more extensive list of new nonfiction books coming out this … Read more
AdultsPosted April 6
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