Sept/Oct 2021          


Book a Librarian Returns in September
Wednesday afternoons between 1-4
All PCDL Branches
 
Would you like to learn more about computers? Do you have a new tablet or smartphone you’d like to learn more about? The Reference Librarian is happy to help!
 
Book an appointment on Wednesday afternoons between 1-4 for assistance with: tablets/e-readers, computers, Microsoft Office, Internet, resumes and job searching, using the library catalog, and research.
 
Contact Emily:
Call 937-456-5562
Email prebleref@preblelibrary.org,
Or visit your PCDL branch to schedule an appointment.
 
One-on-One learning just for you!
 
A Spookin' Saturday Night
at the Eaton Library!
Join us as we welcome the local paranormal investigation team, Midnight's Light Paranormal, to our library! You will learn a little about them and what they do -- and hear some cool stories, too!
 
Midnight's Light Paranormal is a paranormal investigation team located out of southwestern Ohio. MLP strives to provide its viewers with 100% real paranormal evidence as well as a source of entertainment. They love helping people with paranormal-related issues and making people's voices heard.
 
Through their investigation episodes, they display their professionalism and explain how it adds to the experience. Follow them into the darkness, guided only by Midnight's Light!
 
Check out Midnight's Light Paranormal:
Midnight's Light Paranormal - Home | Facebook
 
Night Owl Prowl Genealogy Lock-In
A special cake provided by Sarah Wallen was a huge hit at the July Night Owl Prowl!
Fall Night Owl Prowl
Saturday, October 16
5pm - 10pm
 
Join the researchers at the Preble County Room at 450 S. Barron St. in Eaton to take the next step in your genealogy search!
 
Whether you're just getting started on your family tree or looking for a few more branches, research assistance will be available at the Night Owl Prowl, the Preble County Room's genealogy lock-in.
 
Take advantage of the many historical research documents available at the Preble County Room, and enjoy access to the Ancestry.com library edition, which is available at any computer inside the eight PCDL locations.
 
Bring a snack to share with your fellow genealogists and get free research help at the Night Owl Prowl!
 
This event will be by registration only.  Please call (937) 456-4970 or register online at http://bit.ly/pcdlnightowl!
 
*Please note - The Preble County Room will be open for regular business beginning at 2pm this day.



September 1-30
Simple Sewing
Kids Grab & Go Craft
Sept 1-30 
While supplies last
Sept 1-30
Dungeons & Dragons
Tween/Teen Grab & Go Craft
Sept 1-30
While supplies last
Starting Fri, Oct 1
Eaton Branch
(while supplies last)
Adult Grab & Go Craft: Melted Crayon Pumpkin

 
 
Maker Space Room Reopens at Eaton Library Branch
Fridays 10am - 4pm by Appointment
 
The Maker Space is a room full of new technology with open access to all ages. All equipment and assistance is free.
 
Call or email to request a 1-hour time slot on Fridays from 10am-4pm.
937-456-4331 (Eaton Library Branch)
Email:  youthservices@preblelibrary.org
 
Try out digital design, photography, sewing, and more with free access to this equipment. Bring your own consumables, such as fabric and paper. Some materials can be purchased for a fee. 
 
PCDL's Events Calendar: Highlights for September & October
  • Eldorado Branch - Thursdays, Sept 1-30: Fall Craft Corner
  • West Alexandria Branch - Sept 3: Magnet of the Month: Pigs
  • Eaton Branch - Mon, Sept 7: Storytime Registration begins!
  • Eaton Branch - Tues, Sept 7: Put it on Paper: Bullet Journaling for Adults. In-person event! Limited seating, preregistration required. Call (937) 456-4331  or visit the library to register.
  • Eaton Branch - Wed, Sept 15: Homeschool Hour: Resource Fest ! Open House Style. Drop in any time between 3pm & 4pm.
  • Eaton Branch - Tues, Sept 21 @ 6pm: How to Fill Out Online Forms - Limited seating. Registration required. Call 937-456-4331 or visit the library.
  • West Alexandria Branch - Mondays, Oct 1-25: Magnet of the Month: Jack O' Lantern.
  • Eaton Branch - Tues, Oct 12 @ 6pm: Android Help Session.
 
 



High stakes
by Iris Johansen

An investigator enters the world of high stakes gambling to uncover a murderer in the new novel by the best-selling author of more than 30 consecutive best-sellers, including the Eve Duncan forensic sculptor series.

Left for dead : a novel
by Sean Parnell

Back in action as a special operative for the Program, Eric Steele investigates the theft of a very dangerous, new Chinese bioweapon, in the fourth novel of the series.

Forgotten in death
by J. D. Robb

Homicide detective Eve Dallas uncovers a world of real estate development, family history, shady deals and shocking secrets while investigating the murder of two women in the latest addition to the long-running series following Faithless in Death.

Enemy at the gates
by Kyle Mills

CIA operative Mitch Rapp accepts a job protecting the world’s first trillionaire, but also uses him as bait to catch a traitor with access to government secrets in the latest addition to the series following Total Power.

Daughter of the morning star
by Craig Johnson

After a Native high school basketball star whose sister disappeared begins receiving death threats, Tribal Police Chief Long, Absaroka County Sheriff Walt Longmire and Henry Standing Bear investigate in the latest novel of the series following Next to Last Stand.

An impossible promise
by Jude Deveraux

Although they were lovers in the past, Liam O'Conner and Cora McLeod are just roommates in the present as they try to follow the angels' commands in the second novel of the series following An Impossible Promise.

Keep Me Warm at Christmas
by Brenda Novak

When a near-fatal accident leaves her with a debilitating facial scar, a once-promising Hollywood starlet retreats to Silver Springs estate to house sit where she discovers she has a handsome new roommate.

A Little Christmas Spirit
by Sheila Roberts

A single mom trying to make their new home and Christmas special for her young son also tries to spread some holiday cheer to the grouchy, “Grinchy,” reclusive widower next door with surprising results.

The wish
by Nicholas Sparks

A successful travel photographer, Maggie Dawes, struggling to come to terms with a sobering medical diagnosis, is unexpectedly grounded over Christmas with her young assistant and begins to tell him the story of the love that set her on a course she never could have imagined.

Sleigh Bells Ring : A Christmas Romance Novel
by RaeAnne Thayne

When Tate Sheridan unexpectedly returns home to Angel’s View Ranch, caretaker Annie McCade is shocked when he lets her to stay in exchange for posing as his long-lost love to keep his busybody matchmaking grandmother off his back...

Foul play
by Stuart Woods

Stone Barrington uncovers a complicated scheme when he learns that a new client is in danger and putting his business and the safety of New York in jeopardy, in the latest novel of the series following Class Act.

Dear Santa
by Debbie Macomber

Feeling low after her boyfriend cheated on her, Lindy Carmichael heads home to Wenatchee, Washington for Christmas where her mother encourages her to write a grown-up letter to Santa which ultimately brings her hope and joy.

The last shadow
by Orson Scott Card

As three sapient species live peacefully together on one planet, the children of Ender and Bean must solve the great problem of the deadly virus that could wipe out every world in the Starways Congress, killing billions.

The nameless ones
by John Connolly

When four of his fellow assassins are murdered by Serbian war criminals, Louis arrives in Europe to find and punish five killers before they can vanish into this air...

The judge's list
by John Grisham

While on the hunt for a serial killer, Lacy Stoltz, an investigator for the Florida Board on Judicial Conduct, discovers that a man hiding behind the black robe may not only taking bribes but may be taking lives.

Better off dead
by Lee Child

Jack Reacher doesn't back down and doesn't hesitate to teach someone a lesson when a shadowy crew picks a fight with the former US Army military police major, in the latest novel of the series following The Sentinel.


Water Man /

As his mother's terminal illness begins taking its toll on her health, Gunner and his friend Jo set out for a remote forest to search for the legendary Water Man who is said to have the power to heal.

Rock dog 2: Rock Around the Park

Bodi and his band learn that fame comes at a price when they are asked to tour with pop star, Lil' Foxy.

Take back /

When their daughter is kidnapped by a gang of human traffickers, a small-town family race against time to save her life.

2149: The Aftermath

In a future without verbal communication where everyone connects online, a young man is forced to venture outside of his cement module and is surprised to meet a young woman and her family living in the woods who speak and share human contact.

Mortal kombat /

An MMA fighter trains with other great warriors to stand against the enemies from the realm of Outworld seeking to conquer Earthrealm.

Cinderella story: Starstruck

A farm girl dreaming of becoming an actress gets a chance to audition for a Hollywood production but after the audition goes sideways, she gets a role under the guise of a cowboy named Huck.

Locked in /

A single mother working in a storage facility fights to save her daughter and herself when thieves kidnap her as they look for a stash of diamonds that was hidden in one of the units.

Facebook
Preble County District LibraryCamden • Eaton • Eldorado • Genealogy • New Paris • W. Alexandria • West Elkton • W. Manchester (937) 456-4250 https://preblelibrary.org
Facebook Twitter YouTube Instagram