Blog Posts
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In James Patterson's and Michael Ledwidge's new apocalyptic novel, Zoo, all the animals of the world are attacking and eating the human population. The scientists discover it has to do with man-made changes in the environment and so they are forced to make some tough decisions to save the...
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I'll admit it! Two years later I'm not quite over the death of Peter Parker in Marvel Comics Ultimate reboot of the Spider-Man saga. However, even though I'm not quite recovered from the trauma, I am enjoying seeing the adventures of the new Spider-Man, Miles Morales....
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Summer is a great time for road trips, whether you're going with your family or trying out that new driver's license yourself. We even have a program for teens called "Read Across America," where you can earn raffle tickets for reading books that take place in different states. We...
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In what some hailed as a precedent setting action, the United Kingdom has agreed to pay reparations, amounting to about £3000 per person, to victims of torture and other abuses during the Mau Mau rebellion against British colonial rule in Kenya in the 1950's. British Foreign Secretary...
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Books we read this week for our African elephant safari storytime: I Dream of an Elephant by Ami Rubinger presents elephants in various colors from blue to orange. If You’re Happy and You Know It by James Warhola is a...
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Captivating summer reading filled with a blend of history, magic and religion. The Golem and the Jinni ...
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Dear Alice & Joanie B, In our house, the Golden Oldies Rule!! Can children learn anything by listening to them? signed, A parent -- Lee "Dancin' to the Oldies" Alice & Joanie B: Dear Lee "Dancin' to the...
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Most people tend to think of summertime as the best time of year to hit the beach and go surfing. Just listen to any Beach Boys song and your brain automatically conjures up mental images of suntanned bodies, bikinis and surfboards. As refreshing and fun as this may seem, it is not quite accurate...
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Summer is the time for reading! Come join the Los Altos Libraries' Adult Summer Reading. Everyone who signs up gets a free book bag and special goodies.Weekly drawings for fabulous prizes take place June 15 - August 15. Just sign up and read five or more books now until August 31. Grand prize...
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Nothing says summer like a juicy slice of orange or a freshly squeezed glass of juice. Imagine not only growing your own delicious citrus but also having it produce all year long! Our Growing Citrus session will be presented by Master Gardener, Joan Cloutier, and takes place on Wednesday,...