On Tolkien’s Fellowship, and Re-Reading
Some folks I talk to hate re-reading books, and never want repeats. We gladly accommodate that request! There are lots of books out there to read! Others, however, love re-reading, … Continued
Making Rainbows out of Rain: What To Do with Pittsburgh’s Wet Weather
Rain, rain, go away… and if that doesn’t work, take a look at these 5 suggestions to keep your head above water (see what I did there?) during times of endless rainfall in Pittsburgh.
New Locally Produced Title: Supernatural Lore of Pennsylvania
LBPH is proud to a share a new locally produced title available for loan or download from BARD. Supernatural Lore of Pennsylvania: Ghosts, Monsters and Miracles was narrated, edited, and produced … Continued
New Locally Produced Title: Once Upon a Time in Chicago
LBPH is proud to a share a new locally produced title available for loan or download from BARD. Once Upon a Time in Chicago was recorded in partnership with student … Continued
Elaine Dundy and the “Lost Year”
We’ve (almost) all been there: Our “lost year” (or two, or three). Sometimes it’s after high school or college; sometimes it’s after a breakup, a divorce, or a loss; sometimes … Continued
Summer Bucket List: State Parks
As a kid, I spent a fair amount of time at the state parks in our region. I have great memories of swimming in the lakes at Moraine, Keystone or Laurel Hill, then picnic dinners and short hikes before sleepy drives home. For many years, our big family vacation involved driving two hours or so north to spend a few days at the Presque Isle beaches. As a much bigger kid, I now fully appreciate our free access to these beautiful lands.
New Locally Produced Title: Eternal Memory
LBPH is proud to a share a new locally produced title available for loan or download from BARD. Eternal Memory was produced entirely by LBPH volunteers: narration by Deborah Barone, … Continued
Celebrating Drag Queen Story Hour – Titles for All Ages
Drag Queen Story Hour is a family-friendly series of programs that was was developed in response to area families who’ve expressed an interest in programs that amplify broad perspectives, challenge gender stereotypes and embrace personal expression and self-acceptance.
Resources for Back-to-School
A new school year means a new grade, new teachers, and new goals. It might even mean a new school! These resources for parents and caregivers of children with special … Continued
A Basic Gal’s Guide to Jane Austen: Emma
This is the first — and only — Austen novel where the main character is the title of the book. So straight out of the gate you know who will dominate this story. But in Emma, Austen creates a character who is totally unique from the other Austen leading ladies. In a time when women were encouraged to marry, Emma Woodhouse was having none of it.