Celebrating Ann Rule—A Queen of True Crime

As “Spooky Season” approaches, many individuals turn to the

Anyone Can Draw!

When I was in college, one of my teachers made a bold pronouncement on the first day of class: “Anyone c

Da dove vengo (Where am I from)?

Italian American Heritage Month recognizes the achievements and contributions of Italian immigrants and

Coming to an MCPL Branch Near You: The Story Center’s Traveling Display

This summer, Story Center staff revamped our outreach display—a colorful, multi-piece exhibit that trave

Spirit Yourself Away with Hayao Miyazaki

Can you believe it?

Tracy Tries: Mango Languages (Korean)

Hello and welcome to the relaunch of Tracy Tries!

Family Photographs: Making What Is Old, New Again

They say that a picture is worth a thousand words, but at the Midwest Genealogy Center, we also know tha

All About Pirates

Argh, matey! September 19 marks the date for International Talk Like a Pirate Day!

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month 2022

Each year we celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15.

Discovering Historical Fiction

“Those that fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.”  - Winston Churchill

Huzzah for the Renaissance!

It’s September! This means huzzah and cheers for the Renaissance!

“Quiet Quitting” and Career Resources at the Library

The term “quiet quitting” started trending on the social media app TikTok earlier this summer and has re