On Movember

Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/27/2012 - 3:49pm

Have you noticed a rash of moustaches sprouting up in the last few weeks, perhaps on some folks who really have no business dealing in moustachery?  Has Whisker Wars really had that much of an effect on our cultural makeup?

The explanation is simple.  In facial hair circles, November is referred to as Movember or No Shave November, a month dedicated to the growth of moustaches and/or facial hair.  Some do it for fun or bragging rights, or for an excuse to buy moustache wax.  Others do it with a cause in mind.  The organization Movember in particular uses the month as a platform to "raise vital awareness and funds for men's health issues, specifically prostate and testicular cancer initiatives."

While Movember 2012 is almost through, you can educate yourself year-round on both moustaches and men's health issues at your local library.  And if you're anything like me, there's always Mocember, Monuary, Mobruary, and so on.

A few mustachioed titles for kids (click on the image to go to catalog):

 

 

 

 

 

Black Friday

Submitted by Alma C on Mon, 11/26/2012 - 6:36pm

How many of you waited in line hour after hour for those hot deals? How many of you were bored out of your mind? Did you consider reading a book while you waited to pass the time?  Yes, a book, eBook or audio book to help you out during those grueling hours of waiting and waiting and waiting. You could have checked out a book/audio book ahead of time or downloaded eBook/eAudio right then and there. I assure you, time would have flown by! Come in to one of your local branches or call us and we could show you how to get started to take new adventures while you're in line.

Here are some books that share the name of the most popular shopping day of the year. Black Friday!

Black Friday by Alex Kava     Black Friday by Ashley & Jaquavis     Black Friday by James Patterson

 

Our Trip To Panama!

Submitted by April Z on Wed, 11/21/2012 - 12:35pm

 

Although our trip wasn't literally to Panama, we visited with Panama's culture here in our own library. This Past Saturday, November 17th, our good friend Nidya Pitti Granadino hosted a special Panamanian Children Traveling Art Expo. She brought art from the children of Panama and also showed different artifacts from her home country. We want to Thank Ms. Granadino for sharing her wonderful culture with us here at the Northwest Branch. If you missed it this year, check our Events Calendar for more of these great events. Happy Holidays!

 

Holiday Cooking

Submitted by Jason V on Wed, 11/21/2012 - 11:49am

Thanksgiving is almost upon us and the smell of turkey and stuffing will soon be in the air.  Still not sure what else to bring to the table?  Browse our expansive selection of cookbooks located in the non-fiction area under 641.5.  There are numerous recipes which can help you round out a great main course.  Don't forget the pumpkin pie!  Dessert recipes can be found under 641.86.  Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!
 

It’s Not Just Turkey

Submitted by Gwendolyn M on Tue, 11/20/2012 - 2:19pm

  

In just a few days we will be enjoying the day called Thanksgiving. To many it’s a time of meeting with family, friends and plenty of eating. But have you really taken the time to explore the beginning of Thanksgiving? Come to the Library and check out this book called 1621: A New Look at Thanksgiving a book by Chatherine O'Neill Grace and Margaret M. Bruchac..This book has a good spin on the subject. If you wish you can find this in our catalog @www.hcpl.net.

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