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Summer Reading for Adults. August 20, 2020.
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Adult Science Fiction E-books! |
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The Large
Magellanic Cloud |
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In no particular order, our four runners up are:- Patchwork Diva
submitted by Lily T.
- My Mother Made Me Wear It
submitted by Harriet O.
- It's "Hip" to be square!
submitted by Karen B.
- The Making of "A Patchwork Orange"
submitted by Marilyn S.
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The Brookwood library opened in 2007 and expanded in 2013, to its current 77,000 sq ft size. The renovated Shute Park Library re-opened in March of 2014 as a neighborhood branch library and community gathering spot. |
The Hillsboro Public Library is home to over 300,000 items that you can check out. Our extensive collection includes Blu-Rays and DVDs, audiobooks, cookware and bakeware, musical instruments, Arduino kits, microscopes, telescopes - and even books! The Brookwood and Shute park libraries have been joined by a new branch: Hillsboro Public Library's Book-O-Mat, an automated book kiosk, is located downtown at the Civic Center, and stocked with bestsellers, audiobooks, and movies for checkout. This kiosk is the first of its kind in Oregon, and is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! (Left) Hillsboro's Library on the Loose
(affectionately known as Lucy) brings
books and wifi to the community. |
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 "Humans are aliens among ourselves in a political sci-fi culture clash with a high-minded mystery at its heart. The plot is excellent, if a bit simple, but the bulk of the creativity is spent on the science fiction technology and culture." - Rob P., Hillsboro Public Library |
 "I'm not a dark horror reader, but this book caught my attention. What a fun reading experience it was! It's constructed to look like an IKEA catalog, so it's best read in print form. There are plot holes, and gimmicks. But that's just part of the charm." - Jennifer F., Hillsboro Public Library |
"This is a great escapist YA fantasy read - magic, adventure, a quest to save the world, and a little romance. Plus a snarky sorcerer with a dark past (irresistible!), witty banter, and magical books with personalities. How could you say no to that?" - Elena G., Hillsboro Public Library |
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Save the date and join us in the spring for Hillsboro Reads 2021, our sixth annual community-wide read! This time we're featuring In the Country We Love: My Family Divided by Diane Guerrero, a timely, accessible, and emotional first-hand account of the author's experience growing up in the United States as the child of undocumented Colombian immigrants. Check back here in early 2021 for more details about this variety of online and in-person programs designed to foster a sense of community, celebrate reading for pleasure, and promote intergenerational discussion and connection. |
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Though it was produced during lockdown, dozens of Broadway's brightest lights came together to create an incredible tribute to the beloved Broadway songwriter and composer. Watch it now >> |
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WCCLS Reads will be coming to a close at the end of August, and we would love to hear about your experience. Participate in our 2020 Adult Summer Reading survey by September 10 and you'll be entered to win a Summer Reading prize pack! (Each prize pack includes a $20 Powell's gift card and a WCCLS Reads canvas tote bag.) |
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*Every week through the end of August we will randomly draw a name from the list of people who sign up for adult summer reading. Even if you unsubscribe from the WCCLS Reads newsletter, you will remain eligible. Library staff, library board members, and their immediate families are not eligible for prize drawings. |
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This newsletter was handcrafted by Maggie and the staff at your local library. |
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