We want to hear about your life in Ottawa county! We have one more Creative Writing Workshop for our NEA Big Read grant. The workshop is more than just a writing session; it's a chance to connect with your community, reflect on your personal history, and contribute to a collective narrative that speaks to our shared experiences. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, your voice matters, and we can't wait to hear your stories! The personal stories about your life in Ottawa County will have the chance to be part of a unique compilation book, showcasing the diverse voices and histories of our community. Share your stories by dropping them off at the library or emailing them to librarystaff@miamiokla.net. You can also record your stories and our staff will transcribe them for the book. You can submit your voice recording or schedule an appointment at the library and a staff member will record you. “NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.”
Did you know that your library card grants you free access to Blackstone Unlimited? It is an app that offers over 6,500 downloadable audiobooks. No waiting lists, no holds—just instant access to thousands of titles at your fingertips. Learn more about our electronic resources here: https://miamipl.okpls.org/electronic_resources/ #BlackstoneUnlimited #Audiobooks #MoreThanYourGrandmasLibrary
It's cold outside! Are you in need of winter weather clothing? Our Community Giving Shelves at Miami Public Library are currently filled with FREE winter clothing items such as hats, gloves, coats, jackets, and shoes. Stop by to see if we have what you need. Items have been donated by patrons of Miami Public Library and Miami First United Methodist Church. If you have items you would like to contribute to the Community Giving Shelves, you may donate them at the library during business hours. #CommunityGiving #Winter #TakeWhatYouNeedLeaveWhatYouCan
Join us at Miami Public Library on Friday, January 10th at 5:00 PM for a FREE Friday Flicks film showing of Hithchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy! Children may attend if they are accompanied by an adult. Feel free to bring your own snacks. We will have popcorn available upon request. What are some movies you would like to see for upcoming Friday Flicks? #MoreThanYourGrandmasLibrary #FridayFlicks #HitchhikersGuideToTheGalaxy
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Disappearance is a recurring theme in this week’s list. Two teens disappear from a small town, a boyfriend disappears abruptly, a young girl’s bunkmates disappear from summer camp, and a daughter disappears and is later found with no memory of what happened. Check out these new books before they disappear from our shelves! America for Beginners by Leah Franqui A widow from India travels…
In 2016, researchers at Yale School of Public Health analyzed data from a University of Michigan’s Health and Retirement Study. This study had 12 years of data about reading habits and health. They found a pattern in the 3,600 men and women over the age of 50 – People who read books for as little as 30 minutes a day over several years were living…
Family relationships are prime topics in this week’s small, but interesting, list of books. From finding out dark secrets about family, to rethinking family bonds, to the intricate workings of blended families, many of these books examing the strings attached to the ties that bind. All These Beautiful Strangers by Elizabeth Klehfoth Seventeen-year-old Charlie seeks to become a member of an elite secret society…
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