Welcome to Week 4 of the Online Book Club discussion of The Nickel Boys. What did you think of the end of the book? Were you surprised by the ending? I was shocked. At the beginning of this section, "Elwood" bumps into a guy he knew from school named Chickie. Did that encounter make you…
The Nickel Boys, Week 3
Welcome to Week 3 of the Online Book Club discussion of The Nickel Boys. This section was different since there were chapters about Elwood after Nickel Academy. Did his life seem like the life you would have imagined he would have after he left the school? At the beginning of this section, Elwood is in…
Beavercreek Adult Take-and-Make: String Art Heart
I apologize for the delay in getting this month's take and make to you. The snowstorm plus lost packages made for a bad combination. Click here to reserve your kit: Included in your kit: 1 block of wood 30 nails 1 skein of red embroidery floss 1 template Not included in your kit: hammer tweezers…
The Nickel Boys, Week 2
Welcome to Week 2 of the Online Book Club discussion of The Nickel Boys. How did the reading go for you this week? I couldn't believe how quickly the story turned for Elwood. It was so incredibly sad that he had so much promise and excitement, and then it was all taken away by a…
Discover Spark Place: A Warm, Creative Space This Winter
Need a fun way to beat the cold, snow, and icy sidewalks this winter? Looking for cozy, creative indoor activities that won’t break the bank? Come spend the season at Spark Place! Spark Place is a welcoming makerspace where creativity stays warm all winter long. Our space is always free to use, with only minimal…
Good Times at the Beavercreek Library
We have had quite the winter already and I am eager to write about programs and events happening in the next couple of months. As I'm writing this, we are expecting anywhere from six to ten inches of snow! Here's hoping that they have miscalculated their estimations! February and March are coming up next and…
Library Joys
Welcome to 2026! If you're like me, the start of 2026 may have felt a bit heavy. Whenever I feel like this, I always focus on ways I can add some positivity to my surroundings. That got me thinking about one of the greatest joys of my life - working at your Cedarville Community Library…
Movie Nights for the Whole Family
I don’t know about you but movie nights in the cinema were a special event for me growing up. There is something special about being around other folks, all watching the same film while munching on buttery popcorn or your favorite candy. Its seems today that the fun of the whole room clapping at the…
Meet Our Supervisors at Your Xenia Community Library!
The Greene County Public Library is excited to introduce several supervisors who have recently joined the Xenia Community Library team. These dedicated professionals bring a wide range of experience, passion for public service, and a shared commitment to supporting our community. Each of them also brings unique strengths to their roles and we’re thrilled for…
The Nickel Boys, Week 1
Welcome to Week 1 of the Online Book Club discussion of The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead. The Online Book Club, if you've never joined us before, is a book discussion group that takes place entirely online. Each week, I write a new blog post that talks about different aspects of the book, and you…
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