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Books and Beyond: January
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Spotlight: The Beauty of History
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What I Would Recommend...
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Like what you see? Select a title to place a hold!
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The sunne in splendour : a novel of Richard III
by Sharon Kay Penman
Departing from the traditional Shakespearian and Tudor historical portraits, a fictional account of the life and times of Richard III captures the pageantry, passion, intrigue, and tragedy of the War of the Roses in a saga that chronicles the love story of the last Plantagenet ruler of England and Anne Neville against a backdrop of royal family intrigue. Reprint. 35,000 first printing.
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The Mists of Avalon
by Marion Zimmer Bradley
A hardcover edition of the best-selling classic follows the legend of King Arthur as told by the women central to the tale, from the zealous Morgaine, sworn to uphold her goddess at any cost, to the devout Gwynhefar, pledged to the king but drawn to another. Reissue. 35,000 first printing.
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Shogun
by James Clavell
An explorer in seventeenth-century Japan, ambitious Englishman Blackthorne encounters the powerful and power-hungry Lord Toranaga and Catholic convert Lady Mariko. Reissue.
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Dreaming the Eagle
by Manda Scott
Boudica means Bringer of Victory (from the early Celtic word “boudeg”). She is the last defender of the Celtic culture in Britain; the only woman openly to lead her warriors into battle and to stand successfully against the might of Imperial Rome -- and triumph
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Dreaming the bull
by Manda Scott
A continuation of the epic story about a legendary Celtic warrior queen finds Boudica pitted against her half brother in a brutal war of attrition, in a tale that takes readers from the desolate plains of ancient Britain to the heart of the Roman Empire. By the author of Dreaming the Eagle.
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Dreaming the hound
by Manda Scott
As her people, the Eceni, suffer under a brutal Roman occupation, Boudica, the great Celtic warrior queen, joins forces with her half-brother, Bán, to try to unite the tribes to drive their enemies from their homeland. Reprint. 15,500 first printing.
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Dreaming the serpent-spear
by Manda Scott
After twenty years of Roman occupation, Boudica and the rebellious tribes of Britannia are poised to seek bloody vengeance and to reclaim their land from their captors. getting their chance when the Roman governor marches his legions west, leaving his capital and a vital port undefended. Original. 20,000 first printing.
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The once and future king
by T. H. White
Describes King Arthur's life from his childhood to the coronation, creation of the Round Table, and search for the Holy Grail
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Green Darkness
by Anya Seton
This unforgettable story of undying love combines mysticism, suspense, mystery, and romance into a web of good and evil that stretches from 16th-century England to the present day. Richard Marsdon marries a young American woman named Celia, brings her to live at his English estate, and all seems to be going well. But now Richard has become withdrawn, and Celia is constantly haunted by a vague dread. When she suffers a breakdown and wavers between life and death, a wise doctor realizes that only by forcing Celia to relive her past can he enable her to escape her illness. Celia travels back 400 years in time to her past life as a beautiful but doomed servant. Through her eyes, we see the England of the Tudors, torn by religious strife, and experience all the pageantry, lustiness, and cruelty of the age. As in other historical romance titles by this author, the past comes alive in this flamboyant classic novel
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The name of the rose
by Umberto Eco
In 1327, Brother William of Baskerville is sent to investigate charges of heresy against Franciscan monks at a wealthy Italian abbey but finds his mission overshadowed by seven bizarre murders
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Gone with the wind
by Margaret Mitchell
The tumultuous romance of Scarlett O'Hara and Rhett Butler is set against the backdrop of the elegance of the antebellum South, the ravages of the Civil War and the desperate struggle of Reconstruction, in a new edition of one of the world's most famous novels. Reprint.
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Ahab's wife, or, The star-gazer : a novel
by Sena Jeter Naslund
A novel inspired by Herman Melville's Moby Dick chronicles the life of Una Spenser, wife of the immortal Captain Ahab, from her Kentucky childhood, through her adventures disguised as a whaling ship cabin boy, to her various marriages
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The far pavilions
by M. M. Kaye
A monumental, internationally best-selling novel set in nineteenth-century India weaves a vast tapestry of love, war, and adventure in the foothills of the towering Himalayas. Reprint.
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Roots : the saga of an American family
by Alex Haley
The author shares the saga of an African American family that extends from his ancestor Kunta Kinte, an African brought to mid-eighteenth-century America as a slave, to himself
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“My two favourite things in life are libraries and bicycles. They both move people forward without wasting anything. The perfect day: riding a bike to the library.”- Peter Golkin
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This Month at the Library: January
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As the end of the year approaches we are provided an opportunity to reflect on all that has happened these past 12 months, and what we hope will happen in 2015. It is a time to consider who we were and who we wish to become, and we do so by creating "New Years Resolutions". I don't know about you, but I often make grand proclamations before the ball drops at midnight, plans for what the New Year will mean to me and then I kick myself if/when I drop them like a bad habit. So this year why not make a resolution you know you can keep: maybe call a sibling or parent and wish them a Happy New Year (and recommend to them your favourite read of 2014 and what you're looking forward to reading in the New Year), perhaps a promise to yourself to mediate for just 5 short minutes a day, you can do this through Guided meditation with a selection of CDs we offer, or take out a book on meditation, I highly recommend "Meditation Made Easy" by Stephanie Brookes. Make time for yourself just once a week to do whatever YOU want, make a goal of reading 10 books in 2015 perhaps; the point is make something that is achievable and something you can be proud of, let's not set ourselves up for failure in the New Year, let's begin the year off on the right foot by making promises to yourself that matter to you. Happy New Year, from the Canmore Public Library Staff
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January 1, 2015. Happy New Year!
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Library eBooks for Mobile Devices
January 17, 11:30-1:00pm
Learn all about the two eBook services currently available at your library through Marigold Library System: 3M Cloud Library and Overdrive.
These services are available through free apps on your mobile devices (Apple and Android) to download and read library eBooks.
You are welcome to bring along your mobile device to follow along!
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Clothes Swap
Drop Off: January 10 between 10:00-5:00pm Swap: January 11 3:00-5:00pm,
For January, as a change of pace and a bit of fun, we are holding a Clothing Swap!
Time for a Change? Time for a Clothes Swap! It's January! Clear out your closet for a fresh new look for the new year!
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Library eBooks for eReader Devices
January 17, 1:00-2:30pm
Learn all about the two eBook services currently available at your library through the Marigold Library System: 3M Cloud Library and Overdrive.
These services are available for your PC to download library eBooks and transfer to your dedicated eReader device.
You are welcome to bring your laptop and eReader to follow along!
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Movie Night
Every Wednesday, 7:00pm
Every week the library shows a movie in the Friends of the Library Program Room. Selections vary between classics and new releases. For details on which movie is showing this week, please click here to be navigated to our Movie Night page. Admission is FREE, Donations accepted. Bring a pillow, a bowl of popcorn, or even a friend! Make yourself at home and enjoy the cinematic experience
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Knit One, Read Too! First Wednesday of each Month, 7:00-9:00pmBring your knitting or crochet projects and craft with us at the library. This is not a class but a chance to share knowledge and find inspiration in seeing other yarn enthusiasts' projects.Share tips, tricks, ideas & books. No experience necessary. Join us in the magazine reading area and enjoy the company of your fellow yarn & book connoisseurs!
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School PD Days
January 9, 16, 1:00-3:00pm
On PD Days join us at the library for crafts and video games on the big projector screen! Each half day Friday we will have a craft prepared and tons of supplies available to let your creative juices flow! For those not interested in getting their hands dirty, we have the Wii set up on the BIG screen with fun games like Mario Cart, Vancouver Olympics, and more!
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Spanish Conversation Group
Every Wednesday, 6:30-7:30pm
Join us each Wednesday in our Meeting Room for a chance to improve your conversational Spanish. All levels are welcome! We are lucky to have two qualified teachers volunteer to act as tutors for these sessions. They will offer a variety of exercises and actives to help you converse with confidence.
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Magic at the Library
Every Thursday, 6:00-8:00pm
Door Prizes donated by Armadillo Games will be awarded at 7:30pm. Whether you are a tournament champion or just wondering what MTG is you should come join us. We set up in the program room at the library every Thursday night to play, talk and trade cards.This an all ages program. Ages range from 8 to 45 years old, so don't be shy.Bring your deck and a snack.
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In 2015, we are delighted to continue our Skill Craft series of art and craft activities for adults and youth. There is so much to look forward to! Skill Craft is taking a break in January so we can host the Clothes Swap. But it will be back! Here is a sneak peak at our February SkillCraft:
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Watch out for a special Easter craft for March, details soon!
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Wiggle Time
Every Monday, 2:00-2:30pm
Walking babies up to two years of age are invited along with their parents/caregivers to a half-hour program featuring music and movement, rhymes, songs and books with Miss Dea.
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Books for Babies
Every Tuesday, 2:00-2:30pm
Babies who are not yet walking will enjoy a half hour program featuring, finger play rhymes, bouncing and walking songs and books. This program is designed to foster a love of language and its rhythm
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Tales for Twos
Every Wednesday, 10:30-11:00am
Two year olds are invited along with their parents/caregivers to a half hour program featuring rhymes, action songs, and books. It is paced for a two year old and encourages further development of their attention span.
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Preschool Storytime
Every Wednesday, 2:00-2:30pm
Children aged 3 – 5 are invited along with their parents/caregivers to a half hour program featuring rhymes, songs and books. The program is designed to build their attention span and foster a continual love of books.
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Parent Child Mother Goose
Every Thursday, 10:30-11:30am
This hour long program features rhymes, songs and oral storytelling which can be used by the parents with their child in everyday life situations. Registration Required
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*NEW TIME* L’Heure Du Conte
Every Saturday, 10:30-11:00am
Join Miss Patricia as she sings songs and reads French. This story time is opened to all who speak or wish for their children to learn the French Language.
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*NEW*Stories on Sunday
Every Sunday, 2:00-2:30pm
Children aged 3 – 5 are invited along with their parents/caregivers to a half hour program featuring rhymes, songs and books. The program is designed to build their attention span and foster a continual love of books.
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Last Month at the Library: December
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It was very festive at the library in December. We made Gingerbread Houses, and Christmas Crackers from scratch, and had some very interesting author talks. No matter what you celebrate in December it is always a great opportunity to appreciate those we love and if you're lucky, have some extra time to spend with them. We were happy that we also were given an opportunity to thank our many volunteers, who work tirelessly behind the scenes for us, at our annual Volunteer Appreciation Event. So once again we would like to say from all of us at the library a big THANK YOU to all of our amazing volunteers, we couldn't it without you! We also want to thank Cake Creations for helping us with our Gingerbread program! They were so incredible and provided us with the icing we used to make our beautiful Gingerbread homes! If you want to try out their delicious icing, or get an amazing cake from them contact them at:
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Highlights from Last Month
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-Skillcraft: Christmas Crackers -Gingerbread Houses -Every step is the Journey : the Call of the Camino by Patricia Klinck (Friends' Speaker Series) -Bad Judgement Talk with John Reilly -Volunteer Appreciation -e-Reader Test Drive (look out for upcoming programs on Downloading e-Books to Mobile Devices and e-Readers JANUARY 17) -The continued success of our Spanish Conversation Group
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Christmas Crackers A look at our amazing creations from Skillcraft, a homemade Christmas Cracker!
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Candy Sushi To celebrate the very last School PD Day of 2014 we made Candy Sushi! Yum!
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Gingerbread Houses Ashley and her son Lief and their gorgeous Gingerbread House
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The ME Card is Now Live! Use your library card to access over 10 million items from over 300 libraries — for free! Have you heard of the ME card? If not, we are about to blow your mind! If you have an active Canmore Public Library card and are in good standing (meaning no crazy fines), hop on over to melibraries.ca and register. Once you sign up with ME libraries your library card will become (even more than it is now) the most valuable thing that you own. You will get full access to Calgary Public Library, Edmonton Public, Red Deer, St. Albert, Parkland Regional and if you can believe it, even more! Please note that due to licensing restrictions, with the ME library card you will NOT have any access to these libraries e-resources, or interlibrary loan service. With the ME card you will be treated like a local cardholder in terms of the number and format of physical items you are allowed to check out, in accordance with the local libraries lending rules for print materials. So if you are doing any travelling make sure to log on to melibraries.ca and register with your library card and become activated immediately.
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Have Something You Want to Share?
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We love to hear from our patrons! If you have anything you would like to submit, we want to see it! From poetry, book recommendations, photos of you reading, Spotlight Topics, let us know why you love the library, testimonials and anything in between! Email them to info@canmorelibrary.ab.ca and maybe you'll see your entry next month!
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