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Feb 19, 2025 You Go Girl: Films About Remarkable Women Making Their Mark

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From a graphic novel showcasing original art created during Japanese American internment to a documentary on the art of tatau, honor Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month with these great selections from the library’s general collection. ...

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Jan 21, 2025 5 Books To Celebrate the Chinese New Year

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Jan 09, 2025 5 Noteworthy Books for Black History Month

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A montage of five book covers overlaid on a historic civil rights march photo. Titles focus on Black history, activism, and empowerment themes.

Jan 06, 2025 5 Great Books for MLK Day

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Jan 02, 2025 7 WINTER FANTASY BOOKS TO CURL UP WITH THIS SEASON

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Six books are lined up against a snowy, dark background with snowflakes. Titles include "Rest is Resistance", "The Winter Solstice", and "The Myth of Normal". The tone is reflective and introspective.

Dec 02, 2024 6 BOOKS TO READ ON THE LONGEST NIGHT OF THE YEAR

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Five book covers against a floral background. Titles include "Whiskey Tender," "The Mighty Red," "Canyon Dreams," "The Rediscovery of America," and "Wandering Stars."

Nov 05, 2024 5 Great Books for Native American Heritage Month

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A collage of six book covers. Topics include LGBTQ history, medical themes, RuPaul's influence, and AIDS activism. Vibrant and historical tones.

Jun 03, 2024 We’ve Always Been Here, We’ve Always Been Queer: Selections to Celebrate Queer History This Pride Month

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June is national Pride Month, and to celebrate this joyous occasion, here are six selections to honor the lives and work of queer activists and individuals who paved the way for queer liberation. ...

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May 21, 2024 Celebrate Pride Month with Stonewall Award Winning Books

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Formerly known as the Gay Book Award, the Stonewall Award has been given to books since 1971 that have "exceptional merit relating to the gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender experience" according to the American Library Association (ALA). Here are the book selections from 2023 that are found in our...

Apr 25, 2024 Books for Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

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