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Complete do-it-yourself manual by Family HandymanA comprehensive quick reference guide to do-it-yourself home-improvement projects includes more than 3,000 photos and illustrations, teaches readers how to cope with emergencies and repairs and features information on financing home improvements, working with contractors, obtaining permits and more.
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Handcrafted : a woodworker's story
by Clint Harp
The maverick carpenter on HGTV’s hit show Fixer Upper and the star of Wood Work on the DIY Network presents a memoir that celebrates meaningful work, turning your craft into a career and recognizing the importance of the journey itself
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The branch
by Mireille Messier
When a severe ice storm knocks a special branch from her favorite tree, a girl refuses to let it be discarded, and with the help of her neighbor, Mr. Frank, makes something new of it
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New Books from last month
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We've always got things for kids to do! Ranging from story times to Black History themed coloring sheets to teen programs, and everything in between, we love to see kids in our branch - so bring them by! - One Richmond One Book Family Night with Humphrey- Making Habitats: Join us on February 12 for another "Friendship According to Humphrey" Family Night. Create a fun nature habitat for an animal from the book. Research and discover how these animals live. Hands on fun!
- Story Warriors: Looking for a few great kids (ages 6-16) who would like to add their voice to our story telling group! Coached by Les Schaffer, we have presented our tales from libraries to the State Capital! Alternate Tuesdays 4:00pm - 5:30pm
- Teen Color Time: Teens...Do you love to color? Come in, relax and create beautiful artwork with our assortment of coloring books, colored pencils and markers. Thursdays @ 4:00
- Love Stinks Chocolate Party: Tired of making a fuss over Valentine's Day? Escape from the all mushiness at our Love Stinks Chocolate Party! Join us for a party where Cupid, flowers, and public displays of affection are strictly prohibited. Instead, we'll be making crafts, playing games, listening to heartbreaking music, and of course....EATING ALL THE CHOCOLATE! This event is free and open to teens ages 12-18. No registration required.
- Join our partner Be Well Youth on Saturday February 9 for a lively storytime, games, prizes and goodie bags to go! Register online @ https://bewellyouth.evenbrite.com
New Children's and YA Books at the East End Branch:
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Bad guy blizzard
by Liz Marsham
Batman fights to keep Gotham safe as the Penguin takes over the zoo, Mr. Freeze teams up with Captain Cold, and the Joker opens a school for clowns
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How a city works
by D. J. Ward
An exploration of the water, power, sewage, recycling and transportation systems that support cities reveals the careful plans and functions that are required to provide for everyday needs. 15,000 first printing. Simultaneous and eBook.
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My journey to the stars
by Scott Kelly
The author describes his childhood as an average student who often got into trouble with his twin brother, and how he became a NASA astronaut and commander of the International Space Station
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Black enough : stories of being young & black in America by Ibi ZoboiEdited by the National Book Award finalist and featuring contributions by a prestigious group of best-selling, award-winning and emerging African American young-adult authors, a timely literary collection shares modern insights into what it is like to be young and black in today's America.
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East End Branch, Richmond Public Library 1200 N. 25th St. Richmond, VA 23223 (804)646-4474
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