Think & Write

Banned Book Week and What it All Means

During the week of September 27th - October 3rd, libraries and readers fight literary censorship by celebrating Banned Book Week.  The word "banned" isn't necessarily the most accurate word to use, however, since most of the time novels are challenged.  The difference is banning a book makes it or a portion of the work unavailable.  Banning a book requires the work (or sections of the work) to be taken off shelves and renders readers unable to enjoy it at all.  This is an issue in the fact that it then acts as a form of censorship.

Challenging a book means that someone has deemed the book "inappropriate" (in their opinion) and by doing so are asking a library or book provider to remove the content.  These organizations are not required to make the material unavailable if they feel that it doesn't meet the criteria for banning a book.  

 A book can be challenged / banned based on the following guidelines: 

• Racial Issues -- about or encouraging racism
  
• Encouragement of "Damaging" Lifestyles -- including drug use or homosexuality
• Blasphemous Dialog -- using the words "God" or "Jesus" as profanity
• Sexual Situations or Dialog -- talking about sex in any form
• Violence or Negativity -- promoting either of these things or having characters act violently; some books have been considered too depressing 
• Witchcraft or sorcery -- anything having to do with the realm of magic
• Unpopular Religious Affiliations -- books that talk about the opinions or ideas of "unpopular religions"  
• Political Bias / Agenda --  works that support extreme political parties or ideas
• Age Appropriateness -- books that have content that is considered too mature or adult for the age group that it is geared towards  

Many popular and classic books have found their way on the banned / challenged book lists.  Clockwork Orange, for example, had the final chapter of the novel banned in America.  Because of this, the ending of the film is NOT the same ending as in the novel. 

Other novels on the list include (but are NOT limited to):

• The Great Gatsby for language and sexual references
• Their Eyes Were Watching God for sexual experiences
• The Harry Potter Series for political agenda and witch craft
• And Tango Makes Three (a juvenile non-fiction book about two male penguins adopting a baby penguin) for homosexual relationships and same-sex marriage
• The Captain Underpants series for offensive language and age appropriateness
• A Light in the Attic (a collection of poems by Silverstien) for promoting disrespect and violence

Since 1982 there have been over 11,400 books challenged and/or banned and it is still a common occurrence in 2015. 

You can fight censorship by reading banned works throughout the year, but especially during Banned Book Week. 

Library Activites for October

REOCCURRING MONTHLY PROGRAMS 
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- The Addison Book Club meets the first Monday of each month at 1 p.m. -- October 5th  Engage in conversation about monthly books with other avid readers in the area. 

- Stop in for a yummy snack at the Britton Library on Monday's at 3 p.m. 

- The Onsted Book Club meets the second Monday of every month beginning at 2 p.m.--October 12th.  You can pick up each month's book at the Onsted branch.  

- Family Storytime takes place every Tuesday morning at 10:30.  The program is for children birth - 3 years old with a caregiver.  Children will enjoy engaging stories and participate in fun song-and-dance activities.  Occasionally there may even be an extra special craft project. 

- There is a monthly board meeting held at the Main Branch every third Tuesday of each month beginning at 5 p.m.  These meetings are open to the public.  It is a comfortable place where you can voice your opinions / concerns about the library and its operations.  

- The Lenawee Book Club meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m.  --October 27th

- The new Genealogy group will be meeting the forth Tuesday of each moth at  6:00 p.m. at the main branch. -- October 27th

- The Wonder Worker Book Club gathers the third Wednesday of every month at Deerfield.  This month's meeting is October at 6:30 p.m.   

- Patrons can pick up a treat at the Onsted (3 p.m.), Clayton (4:30 p.m.) and Deerfield (3 p.m.) branches on Wednesday afternoons.  

- The Onsted Storytime program is every Thursday at 11 a.m. 

- The Addison Library will have snacks every Friday at 3 p.m. 

- The writing group INK. meets the first Saturday of each month at 1 p.m. at the main branch.  The group is for creative writers ages 16 and older. 

- The Lenawee Weavers meet the second Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. - noon.  Weavers of all expertise are encouraged to join.  Get feedback and advice on current projects, or assist someone less skilled than yourself.  There will be no weavers in August.

- On the third Saturday of each month, the Lenawee Knitters meet.  The group is a combination of skillsets and ideas; it is a great place for those who love knitting to come and be surrounded by like-souled individuals.  Meetings take place at 1 p.m. until approximately 3 p.m.

- The monthly book sale takes place the fourth Saturday of each month from 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.  There are hundreds of books, magazines, VHS tapes / DVDs, as well as puzzles to purchase for $1.00 or less.  Donations for the book sale are also always welcome. 

SPECIAL OCTOBER PROGRAMS 
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- The Library will be having two self-defense classes:  Edged Weapons (10/5) and Firearms (10/12).  Both will take place at 6:00 p.m. at the main branch. 

- There will be a special movie night at the main branch on Thursday October 8th starting at 5:30 p.m.  We will be showing the film "Insidious", and it is for ages 16+. 

- Stop by the main branch on Saturday October 10th at 3 p.m. for a family friendly movie.  Bring the kids along for a fun afternoon at the library.  

- The Addison library will be having a Game Day on October 15th at 3 p.m. 

- We will be having a unique program on Thursday October 15th at the main branch beginning at 6 p.m. entitled "Michigan Shipwrecks: Mysterious Unsolved Disappearances".   Come out and learn all about the vanishings that have happened in the Michigan region, ranging from ships to people and planes.  

- The Onsted Library will be having a Wii, Movie and Treats Day on October 21st. Patrons can play games against one another, watch a fun movie, and enjoy a yummy snack before picking out a book for the week! 

- Join us at the Deerfield Branch on Wednesday October 21st @ 3 p.m. for a scary good time!  There will be a Halloween party featuring games, treats and goodies to take home.  Dress up and show off your costume for the year.  

- Are you one of those people that love the paranormal, especially the idea of ghost hunting?  Want to talk to real-life ghost hunters and find out what it takes the track spirits?  If so, the main branch will be having local ghost hunter group FREAKS on Thursday October 22nd at 6:00 p.m.  The team will share stories of their adventures and give insight on what sort of equipment is needed for a hunt of your own. 

- Join us at the Addison Branch on Friday October 23rd at 3 p.m. for a scary good time!  There will be a Halloween party featuring games, treats and goodies to take home.  Dress up and show off your costume for the year. 

- Join us at the Britton Branch on Monday October 26th @ 3 p.m. for a scary good time!  There will be a Halloween party featuring games, treats and goodies to take home.  Dress up and show off your costume for the year.  

- Join us at the Onsted Branch on Friday October 23rd at 3 p.m. and the Clayton Branch at 4:30 p.m. for a scary good time!  There will be a Halloween party featuring games, treats and goodies to take home.  Dress up and show off your costume for the year.

- Stop on by the main branch on Thursday October 29th at 6:00 p.m. for the library's annual Halloween Party!  Play games, win prizes, enjoy a snack, and show off your Halloween costumes.  

September 30th

NATIONAL CHEWING GUM DAY

Pop a piece of chewing gum into your mouth to show appreciation on National Chewing Gum Day!  

Fun Fact:  Humans have been using a variant of chewing gum for the past 5,000 years, although initially it was made from bark tar.   

September 29th

NATIONAL COFFEE DAY

This is perhaps the day that most people celebrate EVERY day.  It's the day we lift up a steamy cup of Joe in celebration of September 29th.  Maybe you like it with extra sugar.  Perhaps cream is your thing.  Or do you go straight from the pot to your mouth?  Whatever it is, take a extra minute to appreciate the energy booster. 

September 28th

GOOD NEIGHBOR DAY

Take a moment today to knock on your neighbor's door and simply say hello.  Or take them a delicious homemade treat.  Sit on the porch and get to know them a little better.  However you chose to celebrate, make sure you put in a little extra effort to be a good neighbor today. 

September 27th

CHOCOLATE MILK DAY

Enjoy a yummy, refreshing, chilly glass of milk today to celebrate September 27th.  Dip some cookies into it if you're feeling adventurous. 

September 26th

JOHNNY APPLESEED DAY

Today is the day we celebrate the man, the legend--Johnny Appleseed.  He was a man that led an interesting and generous life.  Born John Chapman (September 26, 1774 - March 18, 1845) he was an American pioneer that introduced apple trees to much of Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois.  

As he traveled west he planted apple seeds along the way, and because of his love for nature and animals became a legend.  So celebrate today by snacking on a delicious apple!  

September 25th

NATIONAL COMIC BOOK DAY

Did you know that the television show "The Walking Dead" got its start as a comic book?  Batman.  Superman.  Archie.  They all have comic books focused on them too.  The first "real" comic book is believe to have appeared in the US in 1933, and was called Famous Funnies.  Despite the name, comic books are not always funny, as many tend to teeter on the darker, more serious side.  

Celebrate this day by reading the small comics in a daily newspaper or purchasing a comic book from your local bookstore.  You can even check one out at your favorite library!

September 24th

NATIONAL PUNCTUATION DAY

Whether you love the curiousness of a question mark or the gentle pause of a comma.  Maybe it's the excitement of the exclamation point that you adore, or the finality of a period.  Whatever type of punctuation you appreciate the most, celebrate those little symbols that compose novels, plays, movie scripts, street signs, and everything in between. 

September 23rd

BISEXUALITY AWARENESS DAY

Today is bisexuality awareness day.  According to statistics, approximately 9 million adults identify as bisexual.  Being bisexual is defined as having attraction to both men and women.  It was first celebrated in 1999 and is the "B" in the LGBTQ anagram. 

September 22nd

ELEPHANT APPRECIATION DAY

Do you love elephants in all of their large glory?  If so, today is a day for you, because today we celebrate the majestic creatures.  Elephants on average live 60-70 years and form close bonds within their family clusters.

Fun fact:  Baby elephants will often throw tantrums, tossing themselves on the ground or burying their heads in a watering hole.  

September 21st

WORLD ALZHEIMER'S DAY

Today is world Alzheimer's day.  Many people participate in raising money by doing walks.  There are more than 3 million cases of Alzheimer's in the United States every year.  

You can find out more by visiting the website http://www.alz.org/

September 20th

WIFE APPRECIATION DAY

Today is another one of those holidays designed to show appreciation to a loved one; and that special lady happens to be the wife!  Make sure you take a few moments today to give your wife a little extra thanks.

September 19th

TALK LIKE A PIRATE DAY

Ahoy maties!  Today is the day when we throw caution to the wind, jump aboard our ships, and ride the waves on an adventure to find the hidden treasure.  And while you're at it, don't forget to learn some pirate lingo so you can celebrate today's exciting day!  Arrrrrre you ready?!

September 18th

HIV/AIDS AWARENESS DAY

Though more information and resistance treatments are available now against HIV and AIDS, both are still a very big issue in the world.  In the United States alone, every 9.5 minutes a person is infected with HIV.  

For more information on HIV/AIDS and what you can do visit the following website: https://www.aids.gov/hiv-aids-basics/

September 17th

APPLE DUMPLING DAY

What exactly is an apple dumpling, you may be asking yourself.  Well, for those of us not familiar with the delicious dessert, an apple dumpling is a baked, filled pastry filled with cored and peeled apples, then topped with a sprinkling of cinnamon and sugar. 

Celebrate by making a batch of  these yummy treats and watching the movie "The Apple Dumpling Gang"!

September 16th

PLAY-DOH DAY

It doesn't matter how many generations pass or how old you are, rolling play-doh into a ball, or a snake, or molding it into some sort of animal is never not fun.  Today is the day that we celebrate the age-old toy.  

What you may not know about Play-doh is that it was initially designed as a wallpaper cleaner.

September 15th

NATIONAL IT PROFESSIONAL DAY

They're the ones we call when something goes array with our computers, iPads, tablets, or cell phones.  They may be friends, neighbors, loved-ones or simply the IT person at the store.  Whoever they may be, today is the day we raise our devices in salute of those trained to answer all of our questions.  Here's to you, IT professionals!

September 14th

CREAM FILLED DONUT DAY

Whether you enjoy one with chocolate, lemon, or vanilla, stop by your local donut shop and grab a yummy cream-filled treat. 

September 13th

GRANDPARENTS DAY

Grandparents are the ones that break the rules and do it with a smile on their face.  Today we celebrate the men and women that make up our grandmas and grandpas.  Try doing something nice for them and make sure you give them an even bigger hug than normal. 

September 12th

VIDEO GAMES DAY

Dust off that old Atari, pull out your Sega, and fire-up the XBox because today is National Video Games Day!  If you want to celebrate two holiday's today, get your friends together for some competition and enjoy a chocolate milkshake while you see who's better at Rainbow Road. 

September 11th

MAKE YOUR BED DAY

Making your bed can be a simple way to make you feel accomplished for the day.  Plus, according to the National Sleep Foundation, making your bed can help you sleep better by reducing tossing and turning. 

September 10th

TV DINNER DAY

The TV dinner, a quick meal in a jiffy, was introduced by C.A. Swanson and Sons in 1953.  In 1960 they added desserts to the tray.

TV dinner's don't always have to be the bland thing they sometimes seem to be.  Why not try taking typical t.v. dinner items and vamping them up into something delicious and fancy as a way to celebrate today!

September 9th

TEDDY BEAR DAY

Today we give special tribute to the furry bears that got us through sleepless nights and kept away the scary monsters as a child.  

The teddy bear was inspired by President Theodore Roosevelt and was created by New York City store owner Morris Mitchom.

September 8th

NEITHER RAIN NOR SHINE DAY

This day isn't to celebrate calm, enjoyable weather as the name would suggest.  It is in fact the day in which homage is offered to the opening of the New York Post Office in 1914.  So use this special day to say an extra "thank you" to the men and women that get your mail to you daily!

September 7th

LABOR DAY

September 7th is the day to celebrate the workers of the world.  Typically most businesses are closed on this day in order to give the hard workers a day to relax.  

The first Labor Day was celebrated in New York in 1882. 

September 6th

READ A BOOK DAY 

Reading is one of the most fundamental ways to escape reality an be propelled into a new one.  Celebrate this day by disconnecting from the Internet and spending a few hours lost in the pages of a novel. 

Fun fact:  Libraries first appeared in the Middle Ages! 

September 5th

CHEESE PIZZA DAY

It may not have all the colors of veggies or the heartiness of bacon, pepperoni and sausage, but the cheese pizza is so delicious that it has earned its own holiday!  On September 5th, consider going back to the basics of the pie.  Order one to be delivered or get inventive and make your own using different types of cheeses.  

September 4th

 HUG YOUR BOSS DAY

We may not always agree with their choices but like it or not, everyone has a boss; whether you work for yourself or you're employed under somebody else.  So why not walk up to the person that makes all the tough choices and give them a big ol' hug to celebrate this day. 

September 3rd

 BOWLING LEAGUE DAY

 Gather your friends, family, coworkers or even a stranger down the street and head on over to your local bowling alley.  See who can knock down the most pins as you celebrate National Bowling League Day on September 3rd.  

The earliest form of bowling dates back to Ancient Egypt.  The balls were made from husks of grains and covered in materials like leather, then bound with string.   In 1945 in New York the first rules of standardized bowling were established. 

September 2nd

 BLUEBERRY POPSICLE DAY

Enjoy a delicious blueberry Popsicle on September 2nd in order to celebrate this unique day.  

Fun fact: Popsicle's were invented by an 11-year old boy named Frank Epperson in 1905.  

September 1st

 NO RHYME NO REASON DAY

Do you ever wonder why words like orange, month, and walrus don't rhyme with any other words?  Well, it's for days like September 1st, which is "No Rhyme No Reason Day"!  A day to celebrate words without a rhyming buddy.  

Library Activities for September

REOCCURRING MONTHLY PROGRAMS 
The library and all branches will be closed Monday September 7th in observation of Labor Day.
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- The Addison Book Club meets the first Monday of each month at 1 p.m.  (The September meeting will take place the 14th) Engage in conversation about monthly books with other avid readers in the area. 

- Stop in for a yummy snack at the Britton Library on Monday's at 3 p.m. 

- The Onsted Book Club meets the second Monday of every month beginning at 2 p.m.--September 14th.  You can pick up each month's book at the Onsted branch.  

- Family Storytime takes place every Tuesday morning at 10:30.  The program is for children birth - 3 years old with a caregiver.  Children will enjoy engaging stories and participate in fun song-and-dance activities.  Occasionally there may even be an extra special craft project. 

- There is a monthly board meeting held at the Main Branch every third Tuesday of each month beginning at 5 p.m.  These meetings are open to the public.  It is a comfortable place where you can voice your opinions / concerns about the library and its operations.  

- The Lenawee Book Club meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m.  -- September 22nd.

- The Wonder Worker Book Club gathers the third Wednesday of every month at Deerfield.  This month's meeting is September 16th @ 6:30 p.m.   

- Patrons can pick up a treat at the Onsted (3 p.m.), Clayton (4:30 p.m.) and Deerfield (3 p.m.) branches on Wednesday afternoons.  

- The Onsted Storytime program is every Thursday at 11 a.m. 

- The Addison Library will have snacks every Friday at 3 p.m. 

- The writing group INK. meets the first Saturday of each month at 1 p.m. at the main branch.  The group is for creative writers ages 16 and older. 

- The Lenawee Weavers meet the second Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. - noon.  Weavers of all expertise are encouraged to join.  Get feedback and advice on current projects, or assist someone less skilled than yourself.  There will be no weavers in August.

- On the third Saturday of each month, the Lenawee Knitters meet.  The group is a combination of skillsets and ideas; it is a great place for those who love knitting to come and be surrounded by like-souled individuals.  Meetings take place at 1 p.m. until approximately 3 p.m.

- The monthly book sale takes place the fourth Saturday of each month from 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.  There are hundreds of books, magazines, VHS tapes / DVDs, as well as puzzles to purchase for $1.00 or less.  Donations for the book sale are also always welcome. 

SPECIAL SEPTEMBER PROGRAMS 
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- The Library will be showing two classic films this month.  The first is "Casablanca" on Thursday September 10th from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.  The movie is for those 16 and up.  Popcorn and beverages will be provided.  

- The Onsted Library will be having a Wii, Games and Treats Day on Wednesday September 16th. Patrons can play games against one another and enjoy a yummy snack before picking out a book for the week! 

- Superhero Training Camp graduation will take place on Friday August 7th at 4:00 p.m.    

- There will be a "Red Cross Emergency Preparedness" program at the Main branch on Wednesday September 16th at 6 p.m.  Learn what it takes to prepare your family for a natural disaster or other emergency.  

- The Addison Library will be having a game day on Thursday September 17 starting at 3 p.m.  

- We will be showing the film "North by Northwest" at the Main branch Thursday September 24th at 5:15 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.  Movie is for those 16 and up.  Popcorn and drinks will be provided. 

- Join us on Monday September 28th for self-defense: part 1!  Learn how to deal with confrontations and attacks with low-impact defense moves.  Class begins at 6 p.m. at the Main brach. 

- We will be having a two-part Introduction to Genealogy class at the Main branch.  Part 1 takes place on Tuesday September 29th at 6 p.m. and Part 2 on Wednesday September 30th at 6 p.m. as well.  

Library Activities for August

REOCCURRING MONTHLY PROGRAMS 
Summer Reading Program will be ending on August 8th.  All entry slips and prizes must be collected by the end of business hours that Saturday.  <<----------------------------->>

- The Addison Book Club meets the first Monday of each month at 1 p.m. The August 3rd.  Engage in conversation about monthly books with other avid readers in the area. 

- The Onsted Book Club meets the second Monday of every month beginning at 2 p.m.--August 10th.  You can pick up each month's book a the Onsted branch.  

- Family Storytime takes place every Tuesday morning at 10:30.  The program is for children birth - 3 years old with a caregiver.  Children will enjoy engaging stories and participate in fun song-and-dance activities.  Occasionally there may even be an extra special craft project. 

- There is a monthly board meeting held at the Main Branch every third Tuesday of each month beginning at 5 p.m.  These meetings are open to the public.  It is a comfortable place where you can voice your opinions / concerns about the library and its operations.  

- The Lenawee Book Club meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m.

- The Wonder Worker Book Club gathers the third Wednesday of every month at Deerfield.  This month's meeting is August 9th @ 6:30 p.m.   

- The Onsted Storytime program is every Thursday at 11 a.m. 

- The writing group INK. meets the first Saturday of each month at 1 p.m. at the main branch.  The group is for creative writers ages 16 and older. 

- The Lenawee Weavers meet the second Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. - noon.  Weavers of all expertise are encouraged to join.  Get feedback and advice on current projects, or assist someone less skilled than yourself.  There will be no weavers in August.

- On the third Saturday of each month, the Lenawee Knitters meet.  The group is a combination of skillsets and ideas; it is a great place for those who love knitting to come and be surrounded by like-souled individuals.  Meetings take place at 1 p.m. until approximately 3 p.m.

- The monthly book sale takes place the fourth Saturday of each month from 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.  There are hundreds of books, magazines, VHS tapes / DVDs, as well as puzzles to purchase for $1.00 or less.  Donations for the book sale are also always welcome. 

SPECIAL AUGUST PROGRAMS 
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- The Bookmobile will be visiting the Onsted, Deerfield and Addison branches throughout the summer.  Check out a book and enjoy a fun activity with the bookmobile librarians.  (Stop by the branches to find out the times)

- The Onsted Library will be having a Wii, Games and Treats Day on Wednesday August 5th and August 19th at 3:00 Patrons can play games against one another and enjoy a yummy snack before picking out a book for the week! 

- Superhero Training Camp graduation will take place on Friday August 7th at 4:00 p.m.    

- Stop by the Britton Library on Friday August 7th at 2 p.m. to build a birdbath out of clay pots.  The program will also take place at the Deerfield Library at 4 p.m. the same day.  Registration is required for both. 

- Superhero Training Camp part 2 will take place at the Clayton Library on Wednesday the 8th at 5 p.m.  Learn to take fingerprints, make a secret code, and write with invisible ink!  Limited to the first 20 participants.  

- UFO specialist Bill Konklesky will be doing a special presentation on Monday August 10th at 6 p.m. about UFO's in Michigan.  Bill is a part of the Michigan Mutual UFO Network and has appeared on t.v. shows on the History Channel and National Geographic. 

- To wrap-up Summer Reading Club for the teens, there will be a special party on Tuesday August 11th at 5 p.m.  Compete for prizes with superhero trivia and enjoy some pizza.  This party is for teens 16 and up.

- The Addison Library will be having a game day on Thursday August 20th starting at 3 p.m.  

Get to Know the LDL Staff: Laura Binns

LAURA BINNS


Library Location: Britton

Position at Library: Briton Branch Librarian

Favorite Breed of Cat:  Domestic Short-hair

Favorite Genre to Read: Mysteries/Crime Fiction

What are you Currently Reading?: Stay by Victor Gischler 

Interesting Facts About Yourself: I am an experienced floral designer.  I also ride a scooter during the summer!

3 Books that Have Stuck with You:  
    - Dark Places by Gillian Flynn
    - Bird Box by Josh Malerman
    - The Ocean at the End of the Lane by Neil Gaiman

Favorite Quote: "Anxiety is a thin stream of fear trickling through the mind.  If encouraged, it cuts a channel into which all other thoughts are drained." --Arthur Somers Roche

"Growth means change and change involves risk, stepping from the known to the unknown." --George Shinn

New York Times Best Sellers for the Week of July 5th

FICTION (print and E-book)

     1.) Grey by E.L. James 

     2.) The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins

     3.) The Rumor by Elin Hilderbrand

     4.) Tom Clancy Under Fire by Grant Blackwood

     5.) Country by Danielle Steel 

     6.) The President's Shadow by Brad Meltzer 

     7.) The Martian by Andy Weir

     8.) All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr

     9.) Finders Keepers by Stephen King

   10.) In the Unlikely Event by Judy Blume

NON-FICTION (print and E-book)

     1.) The Wright Brothers by David McCullough

     2.) Modern Romance by Aziz Ansari
     3.) The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown

     4.) Dead Awake by Erik Larson
     5.) Bill O'Reilly's Legends and Lies by David Fisher

     6.) Sick in the Head by Judd Apatow

     7.) The Mother Tongue by Bill Bryson

     8.) It's a Long Story by Willie Nelson

     9.) The Road to Character by David Brooks 

   10.) I am Malala by Malala Yousafzai

Library Activities for July

REOCCURRING MONTHLY PROGRAMS 
Summer Reading Program is still in effect for children, teens, and adults. 
Don't forget to vote for the Community Art Exhibit taking place through the end of July
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- The Addison Book Club meets the first Monday of each month at 1 p.m. The July date is the 6th.  Engage in conversation about monthly books with other avid readers in the area. 

- The Onsted Book Club meets the second Monday of every month beginning at 2 p.m.--July 13th.  You can pick up each month's book a the Onsted branch.  

- Family Storytime takes place every Tuesday morning at 10:30.  The program is for children birth - 3 years old with a caregiver.  Children will enjoy engaging stories and participate in fun song-and-dance activities.  Occasionally there may even be an extra special craft project.  (No storytime on the 2nd of the 9th)

- There is a monthly board meeting held at the Main Branch every third Tuesday of each month beginning at 5 p.m.  These meetings are open to the public.  It is a comfortable place where you can voice your opinions / concerns about the library and its operations. 

- The Lenawee Book Club meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m.

- The Wonder Worker Book Club gathers the third Wednesday of every month at Deerfield.  This month's meeting is July 15th.  

- The writing group INK. meets the first Saturday of each month at 1 p.m. at the main branch.  The group is for creative writers ages 16 and older. 

- The Lenawee Weavers meet the second Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. - noon.  Weavers of all expertise are encouraged to join.  Get feedback and advice on current projects, or assist someone less skilled than yourself. 

- On the third Saturday of each month, the Lenawee Knitters meet.  The group is a combination of skillsets and ideas; it is a great place for those who love knitting to come and be surrounded by like-souled individuals.  Meetings take place at 1 p.m. until approximately 3 p.m.

- The monthly book sale takes place the fourth Saturday of each month from 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.  There are hundreds of books, magazines, VHS tapes / DVDs, as well as puzzles to purchase for $1.00 or less.  Donations for the book sale are also always welcome. 

SPECIAL JUNE PROGRAMS 

- The library will be having an art exhibit up through the month of June and July.  Art pieces are contributed by the community.  Make sure to stop in and vote for your favorite work.

- The Bookmobile will be visiting the Onsted, Deerfield and Addison branches throughout the summer.  Check out a book and enjoy a fun activity with the bookmobile librarians.  (Stop by the branches to find out the times)

- There will be Superhero Training Camp part 2 at the Britton Library (2 p.m.) and the Deerfield Library (4 p.m) on Monday July 6th.  Learn the important skills it takes to be a top-notch detective.  Programs are limited to the first 20 participants.  

- Stop by the Onsted Library on July 1st and July 15th for Wii, Games and Treats from 3 - 5 p.m.  Enjoy friendly competition with your friends and other patrons.  

- There are Wow! Wednesday Programs at the main branch every Wednesday for children.  On the 9th, stop by and meet a K9 officer at 2 p.m.  On the 15th join us for a rockin' good time at 3 p.m. as the band Gemini preforms interactive sing-a-long songs.  July 22nd at 2 p.m. Paul McCormack will be stopping by with his classroom critters.  Hold a turtle or pet a snake.  It's sure to be a great time!

- Superhero Training Camp part 2 will take place at the Clayton Library on Wednesday the 8th at 5 p.m.  Learn to take fingerprints, make a secret code, and write with invisible ink!  Limited to the first 20 participants.  

- Learn to make your own bird bath using clay flower pots at the Addison Library on July 9th @ 4:30 p.m., as well as the Onsted Library o the 16th @ 2:30 p.m.  Registration is required for both locations. 

- Build a box city and learn to defend it from villains at Superhero Training Camp part 3.  Construction takes place Friday July 10th at 4 p.m. at the Main Branch.  

- The writing group INK. will be meeting on July 11th at 1 p.m.  due to the holiday.  

- The Addison Library will be having a game day on Thursday July 16th starting at 3 p.m.  

- Build your own marshmallow shooter at Superhero Training Camp part 4 on Saturday July 18th at 4 p.m. at the Main Branch.  Program is limited to the first 20 participants.  

-  Paul McCormack will be visiting the Clayton Library on Wednesday July 22nd at 5 p.m. with his scaly friends--and other friends as well!  You can also see Paul and his critters at the Onsted Branch on July 23rd at 2 p.m. and the Addison Branch at 4 p.m. that same day.  On July 24th Paul will be at the Britton Library at 1 p.m. and the Deerfield Library at 3:30 p.m.  

- Every superhero needs a mad scientist to battle.  That's where Training Camp part 5 comes in!  Complete fun experiments in our mad scientist lab.  Are you more a hero or the villain?  Find out on Friday July 24tth at 4 p.m. at the Main Branch.  

- Stop by all of the branches starting July 27th to get your superhero homework.  Finish your homework and claim a prize anytime until the 1st of August.  

- Recycle those old water bottles you have floating around your house and turn them into feeders for our feathered friends.  Want to know how?  Sign up for the Adult Program on Thursday July 30th at 6 p.m.  Registration is required. 

New York Times Best Sellers for the Week of June 28th

FICTION (print and E-book)

     1.) The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins

     2.) The Martian by Andy Weir

     3.) Finders Keepers by Stephen King

     4.) All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr

     5.) Dead Ice by Laurell K. Hamilton 

     6.) In the Unlikely Event by Judy Bloom 

     7.) Radiant Angel by Nelson DeMille

     8.) All the Single Ladies by Dorethea Beaton Frank

     9.) Luckiest Girl Alive by Jessica Knoll

   10.) The Memory Man by David Baldacci

NON-FICTION (print and E-book)

     1.) The Wright Brothers by David McCullough

     2.) Primates of Park Avenue by Wednesday Martin
     3.) Adios, America! by Ann Coulter

     4.) The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown
     5.) The Road to Character by David Brooks

     6.) Dead Awake by Erik Larson 

     7.) American Sniper by Chris Kyle

     8.) And the Good News Is...by Dana Perino

     9.) I am Malala by Malala Yousafzai 

   10.) Being Mortal by Atul Gawande