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February, 2022

Let it snow!

Yeah, sometimes we just have to! Given the forecast for this week, we wanted to remind folks about how to track any changes in Library hours due to weather. If we have a delayed opening, early closing or a full snow day, that information will be posted on our website milanlibrary.org and our Facebook page. If we are open, we will *always* answer the phone (734-439-1240), so that’s another way to verify in case you are wondering if the weather has affected our hours! Meanwhile, stay safe and warm!

Blind Date with a Book!

It’s February and we’re getting ready to match you up with the book of your dreams! Well, we hope that’s what happens! Stop by the library between Feb 4- 28 and pick one of our blind date book candidates — we’ll give you a hint about what type of book it is, so if you’re not into certain genres, you can find a good match for your interests.

Upcoming Programs (including several related to Washtenaw Reads!)

Wednesday February 2, 12:30-2:00 pm via Zoom. Lethal Lunches (mystery book group). February’s title is The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman. Contact info@milanlibrary.org for more information!

Saturday, February 5, 3-5pm Online Film Screening | Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution
Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution tells the story of a groundbreaking summer camp for teens with disabilities that inspired a group of its alumni to join the radical disability rights movement and advocate for historic legislation changes. The 1 hour and 46-minute documentary is rated R. (Click on link above for information about access to program.)

Wednesday February 9, 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. Patchwork Writers. We are celebrating Valentine's month with a bit of self-love. Writers will share their favorite pieces of original works. Contact info@milanlibrary.org for more information!

Thursday February 10, 7:00 p.m. via Zoom. Collaging with Karen: Bookmark Workshop. Join us for an evening of creating collage style bookmarks with the amazing Karen Downing. All supplies will be provided for this free program. You will receive an email letting you know when you can pick up your bag of art supplies in the library's lobby the week of the program. Register HERE.

Monday February 14, 7:30 pm via Zoom. The Novel Bunch We will be discussing the Washtenaw Readers 2022 selection, Being Heumann by Judith Heumann with Kristen Joiner. All are invited to join this book discussion. Register HERE.

Thursday, February 17, 4-5:30pm Online Author Event | Judith Heumann with Kristen Joiner: Being Heumann
AADL is proud to welcome Judith Heumann and Kristen Joiner for an online author event to discuss her memoir, Being Heumann: An Unrepentant Memoir of a Disability Rights Activist. No registration is required and the event is free. Click the link above for the Zoom link, which will be posted 15 minutes before the event starts.

Monday, February 21, 7:00 pm Tai Chi Location (virtual program). Everyone is welcome to join us for this relaxing and enjoyable evening practicing Tai Chi together. This program is free and welcome to all skill levels. Register HERE.

So many podcasts for book lovers!

If you’re looking for your next great read, check out one or more of these engaging podcasts for ideas!

5 Minute Librarian — a list of podcasts about books for all ages!

American Libraries Podcast (every few weeks or so, a new podcast linking books and reading with other topics of interest.

26 of the Best Book Podcasts to Listen to When You're Not Reading from Oprah Daily

Professional Book Nerds: A podcast for book lovers, by book lovers. From Overdrive.

Staff Picks

We love to share what we’ve been reading/watching/listening to/exploring! Here are Sarah’s recommendations! (Note: Click on the title to get to our catalog record for the item.)

In honor of our young new year, I have two books with younger heroines. Both twists on the classics. — Sarah

The Beekeeper's Apprentice: On the Segregation of the Queen by Laurie R. King

This was a fun read and anyone who enjoys twists on the classics will likely enjoy King's Mary Russell novels. (And we have a number of them here at the library!) Her first book has young Mary Russell literally running into the retired Sherlock Holmes. Holmes takes her under his wing and the two begin sleuthing together. It’s definitely a lighter version of Holmes, but I love seeing how authors reimagine iconic characters.

Northanger Abbey by Val McDermid

The original by Jane Austen is one of my favorites of Austen's novels. When I discovered this retelling, I had to read it! I thought that McDermid did a fantastic job capturing Cat's innocence and naiveté. If you haven't read the original, it's the coming-of-age story of Catherine Morland, who reads too many novels for her own good. It's a sweet story of love, but also of growing in humility and of encountering the bitter parts of our world but choosing for goodness none the less. I plan on reading it again!

Got Questions? Give us a call at 743-439-1240 or email info@milanlibrary.org We’d love to hear from you!