Wednesday, November 26, 2014

Barnard Crossing Branch - Ribbon Cutting

Our Barnard Crossing Branch re-opened its doors on Monday, November 24th, 2014 after a brief closure for their big move to 2808 Dewey Ave, within walking distance of its former location. A lovely ribbon cutting ceremony was held at 9 AM and many people were in attendance for this momentous occasion. Thank you to all who attended and shared in this special day. We hope to see you in our new building soon and that you enjoy the new space!









Friday, November 21, 2014

Review: Shopaholic to the Stars by Sophie Kinsella

Author: Sophie Kinsella
Genre: Chick Lit, Humor,
Pages: 479
Published: 2014

Becky Brandon (née Bloomwood) is back! This time she and her hubby Luke along with 2 year old daughter Minnie have moved to L.A. because Luke is handling the PR for the famous Sage Seymour. Becky can’t wait to start living the A-list lifestyle, complete with celebrity sightings, yoga retreats, and shopping trips to Rodeo Drive. But she really hopes to become a personal stylist—Sage’s personal stylist—if only Luke would set up an introduction. Then, unexpectedly, Becky is offered the chance to dress Sage’s archrival, and though things become a bit more complicated, it’s a dream come true!

I have enjoyed all of Sophie Kinsella's books, who also writes as Madeleine Wickham. Her Shopaholic series is really a fun read and I laugh out loud at several points in each book. I actually listen to the books on audio because I love to hear them read in a British accent.

This book ended differently than most of her Shopaholic books with a cliffhanger. 
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Reviewed by Cathy

As always, feel free to call us to check on an item's availability at 720-4106, or try our Barnard Crossing Branch at 663-3357. You can also check our online catalog 24/7 at http://greecepubliclibrary.org/. Click on the title above to link directly to the item in our catalog!  

Monday, November 17, 2014

Upcoming Holiday Programs

We have some great holiday programs coming up for adults in the next few weeks here at the library. As always, you can check our program calendar online or stop in to pick up a paper copy. Registration is done in person, over the phone (585-225-8951), or you can do it online yourself. Check out a few of them below, and be sure to sign up soon. Registration often fills up quickly! The ones listed below are ones that currently still have openings.

Monday, November 24th at 6:30 - "One Stroke Painting" - bring two wineglasses and learn how to paint gingerbread men on them!

Monday, December 8th at 6:30 - "Quilted Christmas Ornaments" - bring a thimble and learn how to create no-sew quilted ornaments! They are BEAUTIFUL and simple to make!

Tuesday, December 9th at 7:00 - "An English Christmas" - Learn about Christmas in England at this exciting presentation, and sample some figgy pudding... MMM!

Monday, November 10, 2014

Review: Cure for the Common Breakup by Beth Kendrick

Author: Beth Kendrick
Genre: Chick lit, women's fiction
Pages: 336
Published: 2014

I loved this book!

Summer Benson, flight attendant extraordinaire, is your typical party girl who loves a good time and hates any kind of commitment, be it to a man or to a place. After a tragic accident though, Summer finds herself in a terrible place, feeling heartbroken and lost. Not knowing what else to do, she remembers seeing an ad for Black Dog Bay, a small tourist town in Delaware that caters to the heartbroken with places such as the Eat Your Heart Out Bakery and the Better Off Bed-and-Breakfast, and heads there right away. Almost immediately, Summer is accepted with open arms by the residents of the town, including Hattie Huntington, the most hated, evil old woman the town has ever seen. For the first time ever, Summer feels at home and doesn’t feel like running. She’s also possibly, maybe found love with a man she probably shouldn’t be falling for but she’s falling anyway, and life is looking up. Then Hattie, who is seeking revenge for a long ago wrongdoing, drops a bomb on Summer that may force her to lose everything she has only just started to find…

So. I really enjoyed this book and FLEW through it in a matter of days, which doesn’t happen all that often as I’m a fairly slow reader. I loved everything about it from the small town setting, to the vibrant cast of characters, to Summer’s witty one liners and hilarious attitude.

Black Dog Bay seems like an amazing place and I kind of wish it were real and that I lived there amongst the awesome locals (well, mostly awesome. Hattie was NOT so awesome). I love, love, love small towns and have always wished I lived in one because of the sense of community and kinship, and this fictional small town was no exception. It was full of sweet, little local businesses run by equally sweet people who welcomed Summer like an old friend. Despite her former wild, partying ways and globetrotting lifestyle, Summer quickly falls in love with the town and its people, most notably with Dutch, the stern but uber hot mayor who needs a little more fun in his life. Once Summer manages to get under his skin, both of their lives start to improve for the better.

I loved the characters in this story. All of the heartbreak themed businesses were run by local women who seemed both like great friends AND a lot of fun. I would have loved to pull up a bar stool and join them in their frequent gossip sessions at the Whinery Bar. Summer was a fantastic character who really cracked me up and always had just the right thing to say in response to any of Hattie’s nasty quips. Hattie, on the other hand, was dreadful. She was very spiteful about something that had happened many years ago, and had since been torturing basically the whole town with her nasty demeanor and constant complaints. She and Summer tend to clash on most occasions, but when Hattie gives Summer an ultimatum that can destroy everything for both her and the entire town, she is torn about what to do.

I could go on but I’ll close this by saying if you like chick lit, women’s fiction, sweet stories, or funny stories, I’d highly recommend you check this one out. I’m already itching to read my next Beth Kendrick story!
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Reviewed by Stephanie

As always, feel free to call us to check on an item's availability at 720-4106, or try our Barnard Crossing Branch at 663-3357. You can also check our online catalog 24/7 at http://greecepubliclibrary.org/. Click on the title above to link directly to the item in our catalog!  

Tuesday, November 4, 2014

Christmas books... already!

Yes, it's that time of year already where we begin to see Christmas books being released. Below are just a few of the new 2014 Christmas novels!

The Mistletoe Promise by Richard Paul Evans (11/18/14) - I am personally very excited for this one. Richard Paul Evans always writes heartwarming Christmas stories and he didn't release one last year. I was so excited to see that he has a new one coming out this year!



Mr. Miracle by Debbie Macomber (10/7/14)



The Christmas Cat by Melody Carlson (9/9/14)


An Island Christmas by Nancy Thayer (10/28/14)



Winter Street by Elin Hilderbrand (10/14/14)


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As always, feel free to call us to check on an item's availability at 720-4106, or try our Barnard Crossing Branch at 663-3357. You can also check our online catalog 24/7 at http://greecepubliclibrary.org/. Click on the title above to link directly to the item in our catalog!