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Read Harder: Oprah's Book Club Picks Read Harder 2018: Oprah's Book Club Picks

recommended by PimaLib_RavenousReaders
When Oprah Winfrey launched her televised book club in 1996, she became an instant influence on the literary world and revolutionized the book club movement. Do you remember her first pick? It's listed here, along with some of her other impressive choices.
When Oprah Winfrey launched her televised book club in 1996, she became an instant influence on the literary world and revolutionized the…
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Lisa Jewell to Discuss Her Book Lisa Jewell to Discuss Her Latest Thriller

May 2nd | 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Nanini Library
Bestselling author Lisa Jewell will discuss her latest thriller at the Nanini Library.
New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA TODAY bestselling author Lisa Jewell will discuss her latest book at the Nanini Library on Wednesday, May 2. Then She was Gone, a psychological thriller, "has a twisty plot that leaves readers on the edge of their seats."
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Minecraft Chapter Books! The ULTIMATE List of Minecraft Chapter Books!

recommended by PimaLib_AmyP
Here's my ULTIMATE list of ALL of our Minecraft chapter books. I first made this list two years ago. Since then, a whole bunch of new fun and thrilling stories about Minecraft characters and worlds have been released!
Here's a handy list of all PCPL's Minecraft Chapter books! Looking for adventure beyond the Minecraft video game? Try one of these books…
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The Waitlist: April 22, 2018 The Waitlist: April 22, 2018

recommended by PimaLib_RavenousReaders
We’ve all had it happen: You hear about a book and go to your local library to find it, but dozens of people are ahead of you on the…
We’ve all had it happen: You hear about a book and go to your local library to find it, but dozens of people are ahead of you on the…
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Find a favorite at Friends' Book Sale Find a favorite at Friends' Book Sale

By PimaLib_HollyS
We don't just love the Library, we love books, too! Come to our April Book Sale and we'll help you find the perfect read!
We don't just love the Library, we love books, too! Come to our April Book Sale and we'll help you find the perfect read!
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Help for the coming school walkout

04/24/2018

Find your next favorite - Friends'…

04/19/2018

Trending Lists: Spring Favorites🌸🌱🌵

04/16/2018

Read Harder: Beyond Comfort

04/16/2018

Read Harder 2018: Not Feeling the…

04/11/2018

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Help for the coming school walkout Help for the coming school walkout

By PimaLib_LisaB
You've seen the news about the historic state-wide teacher strike.  "All of Tucson's major school districts will be closed for the teacher strike" "All Tucson-area school districts will close Thursday during …
You've seen the news about the historic state-wide teacher strike.  "All of Tucson's major school districts will be closed for the teacher…
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"If You Can't Beat 'em, EAT 'em!" "If You Can't Beat 'em, EAT 'em!"

recommended by PimaLib_WayneW
The UN and other organizations predict that entomophagy, or the practice of eating insects, will become more popular as the world…
The UN and other organizations predict that entomophagy, or the practice of eating insects, will become more popular as the world…
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Books We Loved in April 2018 Books We Loved in April 2018

recommended by PimaLib_RavenousReaders
The Ravenous Readers gathered earlier this month and shared some recent favorites.
The Ravenous Readers gathered earlier this month and shared some recent favorites.
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Bingo Love

by Tee Franklin
In this beautiful graphic novel, teens Hazel and Mari meet and become fast friends in the 1960s. However, the pair are torn apart when…
recommended by PimaLib_JessicaP
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Read Harder 2018: Classics of the… Read Harder 2018: Classics of the…

recommended by PimaLib_RavenousReaders
Next up on the read harder list: Classics of the Genre Fiction. Try something on this list. These classics all contain great stories,…
Next up on the read harder list: Classics of the Genre Fiction. Try something on this list. These classics all contain great stories,…
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Self-Care Tips & Tricks Self-Care Tips & Tricks

recommended by PimaLib_ShirleyL
Excellent Health Resources to guide your path in healing your body, mind, and soul!
Excellent Health Resources to guide your path in healing your body, mind, and soul!
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Read Harder: Genre Fic in Translation Read Harder: Genre Fic in Translation

recommended by PimaLib_RavenousReaders
Includes titles for fans of sci fi, fantasy, mystery, thrillers, and romance!
Includes titles for fans of sci fi, fantasy, mystery, thrillers, and romance!
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Eradicating Global Hunger: Is… Eradicating Global Hunger: Is…

May 3rd | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kirk-Bear Canyon Library
Technological innovations in the early 21st century have promoted the development of genetically-modified food as a solution to the crisis…
Technological innovations in the early 21st century have promoted the development of genetically-modified food as a solution to the crisis…
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Awesome Audiobooks Awesome Audiobooks

recommended by PimaLib_KellyK
Do you think your life is too busy for reading? Have some downtime on a long road trip? Why not try an audiobook? These have been some of…
Do you think your life is too busy for reading? Have some downtime on a long road trip? Why not try an audiobook? These have been some of…
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Check Out These New Cookbooks! Check Out These New Cookbooks!

recommended by PimaLib_ShirleyL
Recipes galore! Peruse these recently-purchased Cookbooks to find the perfect recipe to satisfy every taste bud! Yum! Yum! YUMMY!
Recipes galore! Peruse these recently-purchased Cookbooks to find the perfect recipe to satisfy every taste bud! Yum! Yum! YUMMY!
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Eating From the Ground up

by Alana Chernila
Here's a book that helps you make the most of your vegetables. Alana Chernila provides recipes that help enhance the true flavor of your…
recommended by PimaLib_SusannahC
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Fragrant Landscapes Fragrant Landscapes

May 2nd | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Oro Valley Public Library
Fragrance is often neglected when picking out plants for the landscape — yet smell is the most evocative sense. Award-winning writer Dr.…
Fragrance is often neglected when picking out plants for the landscape — yet smell is the most evocative sense. Award-winning writer Dr.…

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Read Harder 2018: New-to-you YA (young… Read Harder 2018: New-to-you YA (young adult) or middle grade series

recommended by PimaLib_RavenousReaders
Participating in the Read Harder challenge this year? If you are looking for the first book in a new to you YA (young adult) or middle grade series, here are some books that you might want to consider reading.
Participating in the Read Harder challenge this year? If you are looking for the first book in a new to you YA (young adult) or middle…
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There's a New Kid on the Block!:… There's a New Kid on the Block!: Books for Siblings

recommended by PimaLib_CatS
Is there going to be a new baby in the family? Here is a list of picture books for siblings of the new kid on the block.
Is there going to be a new baby in the family? Here is a list of picture books for siblings of the new kid on the block.
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Read Harder: Children's Classics… Read Harder 2018: Children's Classics Published Before 1980

recommended by PimaLib_RavenousReaders
Published before 1980, these children's classics are still on the library shelves to be read and cherished all over again.
Published before 1980, these children's classics are still on the library shelves to be read and cherished all over again.
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Celebrate Día with Clifford! Celebrate Día with Clifford!

Apr 28th | 11:00am - 1:00pm
Himmel Park Library
Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros is fun for the whole family with crafts, activities, face painting, and a visit from our special guest,…
Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros is fun for the whole family with crafts, activities, face painting, and a visit from our special guest, Clifford the Big Red Dog!
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La Mariposa Puppet Show La Mariposa Puppet Show

Apr 28th | 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Dusenberry-River Library
Watch the butterfly's transformation in this fun puppet show of a bilingual folktale! Presented by Gwen Ray's Hanuman Puppet Theatre.
Watch the butterfly's transformation in this fun puppet show of a bilingual folktale! Presented by Gwen Ray's Hanuman Puppet Theatre.
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