Join us for our 4th annual Lemonade on the Lawn at the Clifton Branch Library! Partners from prominent health organizations will be providing resources on LGBTQIA+ related health and wellness topics. Learn more --> bit.ly/4m40WSk

President Trump has fired the Librarian of Congress, Dr. Carla Hayden. The position of Librarian of Congress is so apolitical that only 14 people have held the role since 1802. Hayden, who was the first woman and Black American to serve as Librarian of Congress, has held the

Interesting and not too self help-y. Giving the other titles by Mel Robbins a try next #WeekendReading

Food and a peek behind the scenes. I'll read anything Stanley Tucci Jr. writes 📚

Calling all teens!📣 The Library is looking for Summer Reading Program Assistant volunteers at several locations. ☀️ Volunteers will assist Library staff with awarding Summer Reading prizes, basic customer questions, and other activities. More info --> bit.ly/4kj3has

Join us for the first Maker Festival at the new Forest Park Branch! Learn and experiment with techniques presented by local Makers and artisans, check out demonstrations of the Library's MakerSpace equipment, and participate in engineering challenges. Open to all ages!

Please share! Summer meals and snacks for kids and teens are available at select CHPL locations, in partnership with UMCFood Ministry. The meal service is made possible through federal funding. Learn more --> chpl.org/meals/

Not an ez read, but a *must* after having read/seen the rest of the series

Gain skills to support long-term care residents, work with staff, and make a meaningful impact in their lives. Register in advance --> bit.ly/44ZLNeH Presented by Nick Stockburger, Volunteer Coordinator for the Ombudsman Program at Pro Seniors, Inc.

Visit the Harrison Branch for a community book swap! Bring your gently used Adult Fiction or Adult Non-Fiction books into the branch, choose from a selection of pre-loved titles brought by others, and swap! The number of books you bring is the number of books you can swap.

Lots to consider from Glennon Doyle

We applaud Governor Mike DeWine for vetoing a budget provision that would have impacted library material placement. Thank you to the thousands of Ohioans who spoke out. No one cares more about kids than our libraries—trusted, educational spaces for generations. members.olc.org/news/Details/o…

Perfect Summer read by Author Abby Jimenez 📚

I enjoy each new book by Emily Henry author even more than the ones before. And that's saying A LOT!!

A "new" fave series by Nita Prose -- Each character could easily have a book of their own!

Another whimsical story with heartwarming characters from Marianne Cronin

Honor those who have served at the Library’s 67th Annual Veterans Day Commemoration. The program features keynote remarks from Richard L. Bevington, Jr., Colonel, U.S. Army (Ret.), wreath presentations, and patriotic musical performances. More info --> bit.ly/4oywFLU

With SNAP benefits going out late, nonprofits are begging for pet food donations to prevent desperate owners from surrendering their dogs and cats to animal shelters. abcnews.link/J4GBPQw

Adult friendship, a mystery, some humor = fun and engaging combo. Really enjoyed the latest from Beth Morrey

Working my way through EVERYTHING by Emma Straub