The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini focuses on the complex relationships of fathers and father figures in the incredibly tumultuous time between the fall of Afghanistan's monarchy, through Soviet military intervention and the rise of the Taliban. It traces the unlikely friendship of a wealthy Afghan youth and a servant's son, in a tale that spans the final days of Afghanistan's monarchy through the atrocities…
Read moreStart investigating your family history at the Milwaukee Public Library. Once a month a Humanities librarian offers a brief introduction to library resources available for beginning genealogists. Upcoming dates will be Thursdays June 19th, July 17th, and August 21st from 12::00-1:00 p.m. at the Central Library in Conference Room 2A (Paul Gottfried Krikelas). This free presentation is open to the public. Reservations are not required.
Read moreCelebrate LGBT Pride Month with these fabulous materials from Milwaukee Public Library!
Read moreIt is always sad when a beloved author passes away, but it stings all the more when it was an author we read as a child. Just yesterday, it was announced that Eric Hill, author of the Spot the Dog series had passed away at the age of 82. Spot the Dog has been a fundamental part of many children's journeys toward life-long learning and…
Read moreSuccess Through Stillness: Meditation Made Simple by Russell Simmons, with Chris Morrow Russell Simmons guides readers into finding greater clarity and focus, and explains how to be healthier in mind, body, and career. Simmons breaks down what he's learned from masters of meditation into a guide that is accessible to those unfamiliar with the practice. The last chapter is a fantastic step by step how-to meditation…
Read moreIt’s Pride Month, and recently a certain online 'magazine' has attempted to tell people that no adult should ever read ‘Young Adult’ books. What more of a reason do you need to come check out a YA book with LGBT themes? Don’t let anyone tell you what not to read, just make sure to read and keep reading – your life is better with books,…
Read moreSlam Kicks: Basketball Sneakers that Changed the Game edited by Ben Osborne Get immersed in sneaker culture while learning about the historical perspective of Chuck Taylor All Stars, Adidas, Reebok, Pumba, Pony, Nike, Air Jordan basketball sneakers and more. Enjoy reminiscent photos of basketball legends wearing name sake shoes during some of the most important games of their career. View the evolution of the basketball sneaker…
Read moreOn this day 70 years ago Allied forces crossed the English Channel and landed on the beaches of Normandy, France, beginning the liberation of Europe from Nazi control during World War II...
Read more