New York Times Best Sellers for the Week of June 14th

FICTION (print and E-book)

     1.) Radiant Angel by Nelson DeMille

     2.) The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins

     3.) Piranha by Clive Cussler

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

     5.) The Memory Man by David Baldacci

     6.) 14th Deadly Sin by James Patterson

     7.) Luckiest Girl Alive by Jessica Knoll

     8.) The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah

     9.) A Match for Marcus Cynster by Stephanie Laurens 

   10.) The Marriage Season by Linda Lael Miller

NON-FICTION (print and E-book)

     1.) The Wright Brothers by David McCullough

     2.) The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown
     3.) American Sniper by Chris Kyle

     4.) The Road to Character by David Brooks
     5.) And the Good News Is...by Dana Perino

     6.) Dead Awake by Erik Larson 

     7.) Being Mortal by Atul Gawande

     8.) Do No Harm by Henry Marsh

     9.) Wild by Cheryl Strayed 

   10.) Bill O'Reilly's Legends and Lies by David Fisher

Celebrate PRIDE with Chuck Palahniuk

CHUCK PALAHNIUK 

website: http://chuckpalahniuk.net/

Chuck Palahniuk is an American author.  His writing style, in which he seamlessly blends reality and storytelling, is unique and often described as “transgressional fiction”.  His characters are typically individuals that break free of societal norms and expectations in unusual or illicit ways.  It is safe to say that Chuck’s writings are not for the faint of heart, but once you read one you feel a very strange and unexplainable need to dig yourself deeper and deeper into his literary world. 

Perhaps Chuck’s most famous novel is “Fight Club”, which was published in 1996 and made into the cult classic film in 1999.  His fourth novel “Choke” was also made into a movie in 2008.  Recently talks have begun to develop “Lullaby”, which was published in 2002 into a film adaptation as well.  

As an adult Mr. Palahniuk joined a rebellious group called the Cacophy Society in which hijinks and pranks are just a few of the over-the-top activities members participate in.  Chuck used his membership in the Society as inspiration for Project Mayhem in “Fight Club”.  

To date, Chuck Palahniuk has 15 fictional novels, 1 collection, 1 novella and 2 non-fiction works under his belt.  His most recent book, “Make Something Up:  Stories You Can’t Unread” was released May 2015.  

 

Below you can find the full list of Chuck’s works.  Stop by your local library to check out one of his books, if you dare…

Fight Club

Survivor

Invisible Monsters

Chock

Lullaby

Diary

Fugitives and Refugees:  A Walk in Portland, Oregon

Stranger Than Fiction: True Stories

Haunted

Rant: An Oral History of Buster Casey

Snuff

Pygmy

Tell-All

Damned

Doomed

Phoenix

Beautiful You

2015 Community Art Exhibit

Here are just a few of the photos of the contributed pieces to the Art Exhibit.  The exhibit will run from June 1st through July 31st.  During which time you can vote for your favorite piece.  Art work was contributed by staff members and patrons from our community. 

Don't forget to stop by the Main Branch to check out the rest of the pieces. 

 

Library Activities for June

REOCCURRING MONTHLY PROGRAMS 
Summer Reading Program will be kicking off on June 15th for children, teens and adults. 
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- The Addison Book Club meets the first Monday of each month at 1 p.m.  Engage in conversation about monthly books with other avid readers in the area. 

- 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 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 Onsted Book Club is meeting on Monday June 8th at 2:00 p.m. 

- 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)

- Summer Reading Club begins June 15th!  Stop by any of the branches and sign up.  There are programs for children, teens and adults; all with prizes for participation.  

- Stop by the Onsted Library on June 17th for Wii, Games and Treats from 3 - 5 p.m.  Enjoy friendly competition with your friends and other patrons.  

-  The Wonder Worker Book Club will meet at Deerfield Library on Wednesday June 17th starting at 6:30 p.m.  

- Come out The Centre for our first Wow! Wednesday on June 17th at 2 p.m.  Check out firetrucks, ambulances and other hometown heroes.  

- BINGO!  It's time again for Bingo at the Library!  Join us on Thursday June 18th at 6 p.m. for Summer Bingo.  Win a round and get a cool prize!  (Registration is required so call the library at (517) 263-1011 to sign up.  Space is limited to the first 30 people.)

- Meet a real life, spandex-wearing, cape-around-the-neck superhero! The Scheer Genius Superhero Stunt Show will teach kids how to read minds, see through steel, and perform stunts possible for saving the city! Program will take place at the Main Branch on Saturday June 20th at 4 p.m.

- Interested in becoming a superhero?  If so, you must first complete superhero training.  Training Part 1 will take place on Monday June 22nd at the Britton Branch Library (2 p.m.) and the Deerfield Library (4 p.m.)

- Ming the Magnificent will be making his way to the Lenawee District Library Main Branch on Wednesday  June 24th at 2 p.m.   His show will not only leave you spellbound, but you will also leave with knowledge about the people behind some of today's greatest illusions.  

-  The Clayton Library will have Superhero Training on Wednesday June 24th at 5 p.m.  

- The Main Branch will be hosting a Veterans Benefits Presentation on Thursday June 25th at 6 p.m.  Call the library at (517) 263-1011 for more information.  

- Superhero Training Part 1 will take place the Main Branch on Friday June 26th at 4 p.m.  

- The Onsted Library will be having Superhero Training Part 1 on Monday June 29th at 2 p.m.  The Addison Library will be having Superhero Training Part 1 at 4 p.m.

New Releases for the Week of June 7th

FICTION 

- The Truth According to Us by Annie Barrows
- The Sacred Lies of Minnow Bly by Stephanie Oakes
- Dead Ice by Laurell K Hamilton 
- All the Single Ladies by Dorothea Beaton Frank
- The Breaking Point by Jefferson Bass
- Blueprints by Barbara Delinsky 
- The Pursuit of Tamsen Littlejohn by Lori Benton
- Longing by Mary Balogh 

NON-FICTION

- Hitler's Last Days by Bill O'Reillly
- More Fool Me by Stephen Fry


 

New York Times Best Sellers for the Week of June 7th

FICTION (print and E-book)

     1.) The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins

     2.) 14th Deadly Sin by James Patterson

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

     4.) The Memory Man by David Baldacci

     5.) Seveneves by Neal Stephenson

     6.) Beach Town by Mary Kay Andrews 

     7.) Gathering Prey by John Sandford

     8.) Luckiest Girl Alive by Jessica Knoll

     9.) The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah

   10.) Love, Laughter and Steamy Ever Afters by Bella Andre

NON-FICTION (print and E-book)

     1.) The Wright Brothers by David McCullough

     2.) Elon Musk by Ashlee Vance
     3.) The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown

     4.) The Road to Character by David Brooks
     5.) And the Good News Is...by Dana Perino

     6.) Dead Awake by Erik Larson 

     7.) American Sniper by Chris Kyle

     8.) Bill O'Reilly's Legends and Lies by David Fisher

     9.) Being Mortal by Atul Gawande

   10.) Clinton Cash by Peter Schweizer

Celebrate PRIDE: Resources

The month of June is recognized as National Pride Month, a time to celebrate the struggles, victories and accomplishments of the LGBTQ community.  During the month we will be featuring authors that are gay and lesbian.

Below are some links and resources to better aid our readers in questions they may have about the LGBTQ community and ways that you can help support those within it. 

LGBTQ Youth Resources
Bisexual Resource Center
The Trevor Project
The LGBTQ Spectrum
PFLAG of Lenawee County 
Equality in Michigan 

Make sure to check the blog throughout the month of June to learn more about some fantastic authors that embrace literature, love, and life as part of the Gay and Lesbian culture.