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I am the storm
by Jane Yolen
As the climate shifts, families experience weather emergencies, including a tornado, a blizzard, a forest fire, and a hurricane, finding joy in preparedness and resilience
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Blades of Freedom : A Tale of Haiti, Napoleon, and the Louisiana Purchase
by Nathan Hale
The Louisiana Purchase (1803) is today seen as one of history's greatest bargains. But why did Napoleon Bonaparte sell this seemingly prosperous territory? At the time, France controlled Haiti, and there, enslaved Africans were used to harvest sugar. But in 1791, Toussaint Louverture led the largest uprising of enslaved people in human history, the Haitian Revolution (1791-1804). Napoleon had originally wanted to use Louisiana for trade, but with Haiti out of his control, Napoleon's dream of making a French empire in North America seemed doomed. So when Thomas Jefferson and James Monroe tried to buy New Orleans, Napoleon sold them the whole Louisiana Territory.
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The Ickabog
by J. K. Rowling
As the legend of the fearsome Ickabog spreads terror in the peaceful kingdom of Cornucopia, best friends Bert and Daisy set out to discover the truth and bring happiness back to the kingdom
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Instant Karma
by Marissa Meyer
Chronic overachiever Prudence Daniels is always quick to cast judgment on the lazy, rude, and arrogant residents of her coastal town. Her dreams of karmic justice are fulfilled when, after a night out with her friends, she wakes up with the sudden ability to cast instant karma on those around her.
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Every body looking
by Candice Iloh
A debut novel in verse follows the story of a mixed-heritage poet whose coming of age within the African diaspora is shaped by abuse at the hands of a cousin, her mother’s descent into addiction and her father’s efforts to create a Nigerian-inspired home in America. Simultaneous eBook.
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Super fake love song
by David Yoon
When new-girl Cirrus mistakes self-described nerd Sunny Dae as the lead in a rock band, Sunny rolls with it forming a fake band with his friends, but as the lies continue he risks losing both Cirrus and his friends
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November Happenings For Kids Monday, November 9, 11:30 AM-12 PM Ages 2-8 Have fun while making art! We'll cover lids with bubble wrap and paint with them! Register with an email address and we'll email the link prior to the event. Thursday, November 19, 3:30-4 PM Grades K-2. We'll explore different parts of the US and the world by reading stories, as well as sharing activities you can do at home! We'll also have some special guests share about their cultures. Let's "travel!" Register with an email address and we'll email the link prior to the event. Friday, November 20, 3:30-4:30 PM Grades K-4 Find inspiration from guided questions and write or draw a list of people, places, and things that make us happy. Register with an email address and we'll email the link prior to the event. For Teens at Main and Murray Scholls Grades 6-12 Check out art by local teens and cast your vote for the People's Choice Awards! This year the show will be virtual. Teens in grades 6-12 can submit original artwork online Oct. 25 - Nov. 1. For submission details and a link to the show once it's up, visit www.BeavertonLibrary.org/TeenArtShow. For Adults at Main and Murray Scholls Check out current services at the library here and events for adults here. National Novel Writing Month Kick-off Party November 1, 2020, 10-11AM November is National Novel Writing Month - get ready to write and rock! If you're new, come in and learn about NaNoWriMo, and if you're already a veteran, stop by to get inspired and talk with other writers about the upcoming crazy month of November. Join via Zoom: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1618606623 ; Meeting ID: 161 860 6623 Book Chat Happy Hour November 10, 2020, 5-6PM Let's talk about books! Connect virtually with fellow book lovers as we chat about what we're currently reading and what's in our TBR (that's to-be-read) piles. Join ZoomGov Meeting: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1617013610 ; Meeting ID: 161 701 3610 Death Cafe November 17, 2020, 11AM-12PM Talk about death. Learn about life. Death and dying aren't often talked about but they touch us all. Join us to explore these themes in a relaxed, safe atmosphere. Dessert care: Death cafe is part death, part cake! Feel free to bring a comforting goodie and/or cup of tea with you while you participate. Registration recommended. Join via Zoom: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1603020453 ; Meeting ID: 1603020453 Writers Group November 17, 2020, 6:30PM-8PM
Join us at Writers Group! We envision this group as a space where writers can meet with a friendly, supportive community of fellow writers. |
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