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Home, Garden, and DIY January 2020
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| Jubilee: Recipes from Two Centuries of African American Cooking by Toni Tipton-MartinWhat's inside: historical details plus 125 newer recipes often matched with older ones from African American cookbooks, all pulled together by the author of the James Beard Award-winning The Jemima Code.
Recipes include: Sweet Potato Biscuits with Ham; Crab Cakes; Chicken and Dumplings; Braised Celery; Quick Eggnog; Pralines; Fruit Fritters.
Award buzz: Jubilee was named one of The New York Times' and NPR's best cookbooks of 2019. |
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| Maangchi's Big Book of Korean Cooking: From Everyday Meals to Celebration Cuisine by Maangchi with Martha Rose ShulmanWhat it is: the acclaimed, user-friendly second book by YouTube star Maangchi, which offers 150 well-photographed recipes and includes helpful, highly detailed chapters on shopping and Korean cooking techniques as well as a section on vegan Buddhist Temple dishes.
Recipes include: Barley Rice Bibimbap; Kimchi Stew; Soy Butter Pan-Grilled Chicken; Fluffy Pine Nut Rice Cake; Bread Rolls; Honey Cookies.
Digital Format: Available as an ebook with OverDrive |
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| The Weaving Explorer: Ingenious Techniques, Accessible Tools & Creative Projects with... by Deborah Jarchow and Gwen W. SteegeWhat's inside: step-by-step instructions for over 30 customizable projects for all different skill levels using a variety of techniques and materials (including paper and wire); lovely color photographs; tips for success for each project; spotlights on acclaimed artists.
Projects include: God's Eye; Delicate Dorset Buttons; Patchwork Pin-Loom Scarf; Biased Hemp Washcloth; Twinned Parachute Cord Mat.
Don't miss: instructions for building your own small loom. |
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| Craft Coffee: A Manual by Jessica Easto; illustrations by Morgan KrehbielWhat it is: a charmingly illustrated, accessible, and thorough guide to making delicious coffee at home.
What's inside: brewing basics (including tips about grind size, water, and temperature), how to choose hardware (kettles, grinders, and full-immersion devices, oh my!), details about coffee beans (different varieties, decaffeination, etc.), and where and how to buy supplies.
Want a taste? "Coffee should not be mysterious." |
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| The Mitten Handbook: Knitting Recipes to Make Your Own by Mary Scott Huff; photographs by Lesley UnruhWhat it is: a well-illustrated, versatile guide to creating mittens that covers design theory, yarns, techniques, fit, embellishments, and more.
What's inside: 20 patterns for knitting mittens plus instructions for tweaking those patterns, as well as ways to combine various mitten parts (Edges, Cuffs, Thumbs, Hand, and Tops) for dozens of custom styles.
Don't miss: the Mitten Design Worksheet, which not only helps you plan a mitten, it also makes creating duplicates easier. |
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| Easy Soups from Scratch with Quick Breads to Match: 70 Recipes to Pair and Share by Ivy ManningWhat's inside: 70 recipes (45 for soup, 25 for bread) that helpfully note preparation times (though all take less than an hour), plus tips on boosting flavor, making soup quicker, and troubleshooting.
Recipes include: Blender Gazpacho with Thin and Crispy Breadsticks; Fast Irish Stew with Mini-Irish Soda Breads; Lighter Broccoli and Cheese Soup with Beer and Cheddar Bread; Mexican Chicken Noodle Soup with Homemade Corn Tortillas; Korean Kimchi and Tofu soup with Korean Egg Bread.
Digital Formats: Available as an ebook with Overdrive. |
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| Cozy Minimalist Home: More Style, Less Stuff by Myquillyn SmithWhat's inside: a chatty look at creating an uncluttered yet cozy space using the author's home as a model, plus personal anecdotes, tips on finding your style, and the proper order to do things (hint: sort out seating first).
Don't miss: the appendices, which offer the "Cozy Minimalist home recipe" and before-and-after pictures of the author's family room.
Who it's for: fans of the author's popular Nesting Place blog; readers who'd appreciate the occasional references to Christianity; those who need help getting started.
Digital Formats: Available as an eAudiobook with Overdrive. |
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| Hot for Food Vegan Comfort Classics: 101 Recipes to Feed Your Face by Lauren ToyotaWhat's inside: more than 100 creative vegan comfort food recipes by blogger and YouTube star Lauren Toyota, with color photos for each.
Recipes include: Almond Bacon; Flaky Buttermilk Biscuits; Bacon Mac & Cheese Skillet; Crispy Crabless Cakes; Comforting Lasagna Soup; Philly Cheesesteak; Stuffed Crust Pizza; Baked Blueberry Cheesecake.
Read this next: America's Test Kitchen's Vegan for Everybody or Isa Chandra Moskowitz's Isa Does it.
Digital Formats: Available as an ebook with Overdrive. |
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Organizing Your Home: Decluttering Solutions and Storage Ideas
by Emily Wilska
What's is it: Get organized one small step at a time, clear the clutter and deal more efficiently with everything from clothes and towels to tools and bills.
Don't miss: Organizing ideas are represented room by room, from kitchen and bathroom to bedrooms, children's spaces, and the home office, as well as the attic, basement, and garage. The book also includes ideas specific to small homes and apartments, and an extensive resource guide to products and web sources.
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The Year of Cozy : 125 Recipes, Crafts, and Other Homemade Adventures
by Adrianna Adarme
What is it: From the author of the popular blog, A Cozy Kitchen, comes a beautifully photographed one-stop-shop book with all the recipes and projects you’ll need for some cozy inspiration this holiday season—and all year long.
What's inside: Adarme gives us special (but totally doable) things we can do for others and ourselves. From quick recipes to easy crafts, she focuses on simple, inexpensive undertakings that have a big reward: happiness. The Year of Cozy will surely inspire you to march into your kitchen and craft closet to make something you can truly be proud of.
Digital Formats: Available as an ebook with Overdrive.
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Whole New You : How Real Food Transforms Your Life, For a Healthier, More Gorgeous You
by Tia Mowry
What is it: From the star of the Cooking Channel’s Tia Mowry at Home comes a timely clean-eating cookbook that will change the way you think about what you eat and jump-start your journey to a healthier, more gorgeous you.
About the author: Tia Mowry landed her breakthrough role on the sitcom Sister, Sister, she swapped home-cooked meals for catering spreads. Her teen-dream diet of candies and carbs turned into a nightmare when she developed endometriosis, a painful disease that affects one in ten women worldwide. Two years and two surgeries later, some surprising advice from her doctor inspired Tia to radically change one of the most basic elements of her life: her diet. After ditching the dairy and the refined sugars and processed foods, Tia’s pain receded drastically. What’s more, her migraines stopped, her skin cleared up, and she was finally able to get pregnant.
Digital Formats: Available as an ebook with Overdrive.
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Handmade for the Garden : 75 Ingenious Ways to Enhance Your Outdoor Space with DIY Tools, Pots, Supports, Embellishments & More
by Susan Guagliumi
What's in it: Relying on easy-to-find, inexpensive, and repurposed materials, Handmade for the Garden is a treasure trove of original projects that not only make planting and growing efficient and successful but also add a personal touch to the gardenscape. With Handmade for the Garden to inspire them, gardeners of all skill levels will be empowered to experiment with form and function to discover creative, artful ways to personalize and beautify their gardens with handmade objects.
Don't miss: Among the myriad projects in this hardworking book are mini hothouses; painted, stamped, and stenciled terracotta planters; hypertufa and cement pots and decorations; rustic and formal fencing and trellises; plant markers and stakes; and sieves and baskets
Digital Formats: Available as an ebook with Overdrive.
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Events for Cold Weather Fun
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Book Bingo
Whether your New Year’s resolution is to improve your health, learn a new skill, or read more, the Library is hosting a program that may motivate you to do just that! On January 1, 2020, we're kicking off Book Bingo, a winter reading challenge for adults. Participants who read five books between January 1 and February 29, 2020 are entered for a drawing to win an eReader, tablet, or exclusive prize pack.
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COFFEE AND DOMINOES
Wednesday, January 8,
10:00am - 12:00pm
Nicoma Park
Join us for conversation and some friendly rounds of dominoes. Don't know how to play? We'll teach you! Just stop by and join in the fun. This is a recurring club event and takes place every Wednesday. Similar clubs exist at multiple libraries.
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COFFEE AND CRAFTS
Wednesday, January 8,
10:30am - 11:30am
Bethany
Enjoy good company and find out what's happening at your local library. Come for coffee and crafts on the first Wednesday of the month. We provide the place, the coffee and the materials. Not feeling crafty? No worries, board games and playing cards are also available. While you're here, don't forget to check out the library's collection for more awesome crafting and gaming ideas. Come for coffee, stay for fun and conversation! This is a recurring event and takes place on the first Wednesday of each month. Similar event held at multiple libraries.
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COFFEE AND CRAFTS
Friday, January 10,
10:00am - 11:00am
Southern Oaks
Enjoy crafting, card making, DIY, knitting, crocheting, needlework, or working with fabric? Bring your project and meet other members of your community who enjoy creative crafting and/or working with fibers of all types! Bring your creativity and we'll provide the inspiration and supplies. Curious to learn more about crafting, DIY or fiber arts? Let our staff help you explore our expansive collection of electronic and print resources about crafting, DIY or fiber arts.
Registration for this event will close on January 10, 2020 @ 10:00am.
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QUILTING CLUB
Friday, January 10,
11:00am - 3:00pm
Ralph Ellison
Do you enjoy quilting? Would you like to connect with other area quilters? The Ralph Ellison Library’s quilting club meets Mondays and Fridays from 11AM to 3PM. All levels welcome.
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KNITTING CLUB
Saturday, January 11,
10:00am - 12:00pm
Village
Interested in knitting or learning how to knit? Join us as you finish your current project, or simply bring yarn and needles and we will help you get started! The recommended yarn for beginners is "variegated worsted weight" and size 7 or 8 needles. This is a recurring event and takes place the second Saturday of every month. A similar club exists at multiple libraries.
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FAMILY ART AND STORYTIME WITH NTU ART
Saturday, January 11,
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Ralph Ellison
Family Arts & Crafts inspired by the stories that make us who we are. Join us as we create amazing, fun projects and crafts to take home! This is a recurring event and takes place on the second Saturday of each month.
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FAMILY ARTS & CRAFTS
Saturday, January 11,
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Jones
Let's get crafty! Join library staff for arts, crafts and fun. We’ll provide the space and supplies, you supply the creativity! We'll have different projects each month. Contact the library for more information on this month's projects. This is a recurring event and takes place on the 2nd Saturday of the month.
DISCLAIMER(S) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program.
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QUILTING CLUB
Monday, January 13,
9:00am - 12:00pm
Midwest City
Perpetuate the quilting art form. Join the Soldier Creek Quilting Group with your willingness to learn and share all forms of quilting. No experience is necessary. This is a recurring event and takes place very Monday.
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ODDLY SATISFYING FAMILY PARTY
Tuesday, January 14,
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Harrah
EVENT DESCRIPTION Are you obsessed with #oddlysatisfying videos on social media? Visit the Harrah Library to explore all the best trends - kinetic sand, giant orbeez, slime, and much more! We'll have several stations set up around the room with a variety of options for your to touch, squish, and experiment with. Your entire family is encouraged to come out and play - it's not just for kids! Check out some #oddlysatisfying books on your way out of this come and go program to continue the fun at home.
DISCLAIMER(S) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program.
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CRAFT GENEROUSLY
Wednesday, January 15,
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Almonte
Do you know anyone who needs a little cheering up? Join us for our monthly craft session where Monica Owen from Cherished Bones Studio will help you create pieces to gift to someone in need! All you need to bring is your creative mind, because all supplies will be provided.
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SUNDAYS TOGETHER
Sunday, January 19,
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Downtown
Join us as we create imaginary worlds, learn new art techniques, find inspiration in books, and connect with the world around us. Sundays together is a art and STEM focused weekly program for the whole family to enjoy. Each month the entire family will be able to make a new bit of magic to take home! Come stretch your creativity and build together! Suitable for the entire family!
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LADY CRAFTERS
Tuesday, January 21,
10:00am - 12:00pm
Nicoma Park
Join us and create crafts suitable for the season. All materials are provided. This is a recurring event that takes place on the third Tuesday of the month.
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BAD ART NIGHT
Thursday, January 23,
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Northwest
Bad art isn't always bad...sometimes it's awful! Forget about trying to be the next Monet, come out for a night of fun and relaxation where you can create your masterpiece or disasterpiece. The "worst" place winner will take home a wonderfully hideous trophy!
Registration for this event will be open from January 1, 2020 @ 12:00am to January 23, 2020 @ 6:30pm.
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KNIT 'N STITCH
Saturday, February 1,
10:00am - 12:00pm
Warr Acres
Whether you enjoy knitting, crocheting, cross-stitching, or other types of handiwork, bring it in and join us for conversation and creativity. Bring a friend or make new friends while sharing projects, tips and advice with fellow crafters. This is a recurring event and takes place the first Saturday of each month.
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A GOOD YARN
Saturday, February 1,
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Choctaw
Do you love to knit or crochet or are interested in learning how? Join us as you finish your current project or simply bring yarn and needles (or use ours) and we'll help you get started! Enjoy a relaxing afternoon and meet others interested in knitting and crochet. This is a recurring program and takes place on the first Saturday of the month. A similar club exists at multiple libraries.
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DIY VALENTINE'S DAY CARDS
Saturday, February 1,
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northwest
Love is in the air! Let's get together to make hand made Valentine's Day cards for our loved ones. Bring the whole family for sparkles, hearts, glitter, and fun!
DISCLAIMER(S) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program.
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CANVAS, COFFEE AND COCOA
Sunday, February 2,
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Belle Isle
Ready for a fun afternoon out? Canvas, Coffee and Cocoa is a great way to spend an afternoon with friends. Our instructor will guide you through the painting process. Have fun, laugh, and paint your own masterpiece. All supplies will be provided. After the class, check out the library's collection of art books.
Registration Required.
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COLORING AND COOKIES
Monday, February 3,
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Del City
Coloring is not just for kids anymore. Join us and experience the relaxation and stress reduction that comes with coloring your own masterpiece! (Supplies provided.)
Mark your calendar for: 1/20/2020, 2/17/2020, and 3/16/2020.
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WATERCOLOR RESIST PAINTING
Sunday, February 9,
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Choctaw
Beat the winter blues and join us for an afternoon of art and conversation! Create a winter scene with watercolors and learn some watercolor resist techniques. No experience necessary and all supplies are provided! Registration required.
Registration for this event will be open from January 9, 2020 @ 12:00am to February 9, 2020 @ 2:00pm.
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LEAP INTO LEAP YEAR!
Tuesday, February 11,
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Midwest City
Join us some fun and easy crafts celebrating all things that leap! We'll provide all the supplies you need - simply bring yourself to this fun program for all ages.
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CHOCOLATE AND CRAFTS
Thursday, February 13,
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Warr Acres
Teens and Adults come and celebrate chocolate! We will have valentines themed crafts, chocolate themed challenges, and some great chocolate prizes. Also check out the blind date with a book table to possibly find your next great read!
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80'S NOSTALGIA NIGHT AND COSTUME CONTEST
Thursday, February 13,
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Capitol Hill
Do you miss the 80s? Do you wish you had been born earlier so you could miss the 80s? No problem! Put on your best 80s gear and join us for a night of nostalgia. Grab some free food and watch some classic commercials from the period. Costume contest will follow with the top three receiving prizes. The bigger the hair, the flashier the pants, the better!
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POP & PALETTE
Thursday, February 13,
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Northwest
Whether you’re a skilled artist or a day-dreaming doodler, let us walk you through a beautiful painting as you sip on your favorite soda. All supplies will be provided. After the class, check out the library's collection of art books.
Registration for this event will close on February 13, 2020 @ 6:30pm. Allowed Ages: 17 and up
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COCOA & CANVAS
Saturday, February 22,
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Downtown
Come and channel your inner artist at the Downtown Library. Join us for an art class and learn from art instructor Vanessa. All supplies will be provided. After the class, check out the library's collection of art books at the Downtown Library.
Registration for this event will be open from January 22, 2020 @ 12:00am to February 21, 2020 @ 3:00pm.
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FAMILY GAMEFEST
Wednesday, February 26,
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Harrah
Get loud and game on! Bring your family and come play video and board games at the library. It's a fun way to pass an afternoon! Check out strategy guides and other books about family fun on your way out!
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NAILED IT! LIBRARY EDITION
Wednesday, March 4,
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Harrah
Join us for the library edition of this hilariously popular Netflix show and compete for the coveted Nailed It! Library Edition trophy. Contestants will work in teams to recreate Pinterest-worthy landmarks from around the world. We provide the supplies, you provide the creativity! Will you nail it or fail it? All ages welcome. This event will also occur at the Choctaw and Jones libraries.
DISCLAIMER(S) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program.
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NAILED IT! LIBRARY EDITION
Thursday, March 5,
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Choctaw
Join us for the library edition of this hilariously popular Netflix show and compete for the coveted Nailed It! Library Edition trophy. Contestants will work in teams to recreate Pinterest-worthy landmarks from around the world. We provide the supplies. You provide the creativity! Will you nail it or fail it? All ages welcome. This event will also occur at the Harrah and Jones libraries.
DISCLAIMER(S) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program.
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HANDBUILT POTTERY 101
Sunday, March 8,
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Choctaw
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at pottery? Join instructor, Tony Litherland of Clay Art Designs, and learn the art of handbuilt pottery. Participants will try their hand at several different pottery techniques while making and glazing their own piece. The instructor will fire the piece for participants.
Registration required. Registration for this event will be open from February 7, 2020 @ 12:00am to March 8, 2020 @ 2:30pm.
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Always Available eBooks
These eBooks are always available so you'll never have to wait on a holds list for a title! You can read titles in your browser without having to worry about a checkout period or you can download these eBooks to your computer, laptop, or mobile device and borrow them for a period of 1-21 days, you choose!
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Audiobooks & eBooks
Enjoy audiobooks and eBooks for all ages and from all genres on your computer or mobile device. These titles can be checked out for 7 or 14 days (you choose!) and when the checkout period expires, they check themselves in so there are never any late fees!
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hoopla
Hoopla allows you to borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone – and even your TV! Titles are ALWAYS AVAILABLE and can be streamed immediately, or downloaded to phones or tablets for offline enjoyment later. NOTE: When creating a hoopla account, use your last name as your PIN.
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Kanopy
Kanopy offers over 30,000 films, TV shows, and documentaries that you can stream in your browser or watch on iOS, Android, Chromecast, AppleTV, Kindle Fire, or Roku. From The Criterion Collection, PBS, and World Cinema to The Great Courses, Independent Film, and Pee-Wee's Playhouse, Kanopy has something for everyone. You can check out 6 titles per month. Once a title is checked out, you have unlimited viewing of it for the next 3 days.
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lynda.com
lynda.com contains thousands of self-paced online courses that you can use to learn more about business, CAD, design, education, hardware and software, technology, video, web design and much more. NOTE: To sign in to lynda.com, use your last name as your Library Card PIN.
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Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center
Offers detailed how-to instructions and creative ideas to meet the interests of virtually every hobby enthusiast. Topics include beer and wine making, model building, scrapbooking, gardening, genealogy, and much more. Full text is provided from leading hobby and craft magazines, including Bead & Button, Creative Knitting, FineScale Modeler, Quilter's World, and more.
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Home Improvement Reference Center
Looking to do it yourself? The Home Improvement Reference Center provides detailed, user-friendly “how-to” information covering a variety of home improvement and repair projects.
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GreenFILE
Contains well-researched information covering the relationship between human beings and the environment. GreenFILE's collection of scholarly, government and general-interest titles includes coverage on topics like climate change, green building, pollution, sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, recycling, and more.
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Friends of the Library Booksale
Join us at the Friends of the Library Booksale at the Oklahoma State Fairgrounds Fri, Feb 21-Sun, Feb 23. Friday from 1-9 pm is a Members Only Pre-Sale event while Saturday & Sunday will be open to the public for free.
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Contact your librarian for more great books! |
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Tailored Titles
Looking for what to read next? We can help. Complete a reading interest survey and one of our reading experts will use your responses to build you a personalized reading list. Tailored Titles is your reading list, made to fit!
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