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| Ghost Station by S.A. BarnesTagging along for an exploration mission to a creepy abandoned planet, psychologist Ophelia Bray tries to make in-roads with the tight-knit crew who seem to be hiding something from her. For fans of: classic sci-fi/horror film Alien; The Luminous Dead by Caitlin Starling. |
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| Diavola by Jennifer ThorneA family vacation at an Italian villa triggers an escalating series of paranormal phenomena in this darkly humorous latest from Jennifer Thorne (Lute). For fans of: The House of Last Resort by Christopher Golden. |
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| Indian Burial Ground by Nick MedinaFollowing the mysterious death of her boyfriend on a Louisiana reservation, Noemi Broussard investigates just who -- or what -- is menacing her tribal lands. For fans of: The Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham Jones; Bad Cree by Jessica Johns. |
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| The Garden by Clare BeamsIn late 1940s Massachusetts, Irene Willard is pregnant again after several miscarriages. Desperate for a child, she goes to a private Berkshires hospital where a husband-and-wife doctor duo specialize in helping people like her. She clashes with the wife, but also makes friends and finds a strange garden where she makes a surprising discovery. Try this next: The Book of Thorns by Hester Fox. |
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| The Gathering by C.J. TudorIn rural Deadheart, Alaska, detective Barbara Atkins investigates the death of a teenager who was found with all the blood drained from his body. Could members of the Colony, an ostracized community of (mostly harmless) vampyres, be at fault? For fans of: Red Moon by Benjamin Percy. |
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| The Spite House by Johnny ComptonCash-strapped and on the run, Eric Ross accepts an offer to move into Masson House, a haunted property in Texas, along with his two daughters. Tasked with recording any supernatural goings-on in exchange for a big payout, Eric's family discovers secrets about the house that could destroy their safety...and their sanity. For fans of: haunted house classic The House Next Door by Anne Rivers Siddons. |
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| How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady HendrixFollowing the mysterious deaths of their parents, estranged 30-something siblings Louise and Mark Joyner have a tense reunion in their South Carolina family home, where their mother's prized puppets and dolls seem to have taken on a life of their own. Try this next: The September House by Carissa Orlando. |
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| Don't Fear the Reaper by Stephen Graham JonesFour years after surviving the Indian Lake massacre, final girl Jade Daniels returns to her Idaho hometown to square off against escaped serial killer Dark Mill South. The Angel of Indian Lake, the conclusion to Stephen Graham Jones' Indian Lake trilogy, is out now. |
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| The Salt Grows Heavy by Cassandra KhawTwo refugees, a mermaid and a plague doctor, seek safety in the forest but instead encounter greater danger in this dark and often disturbing homage to Hans Christian Andersen's "The Little Mermaid." You might also like: Aimee Ogden's Sun-Daughters, Sea Daughters; T. Kingfisher's Sworn Soldier series; Jade Song's Chlorine. |
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| She Is a Haunting by Trang Thanh TranWeaving true horrors from Vietnamese history into an eerie haunted house tale, this young adult debut stars teenage Jade Nguyen, who's in Vietnam helping her father restore a French colonial home when she decides to inspire a fake haunting in hopes of sending her family away. Try this next: And Don't Look Back by Rebecca Barrow. |
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DIY Survival Kits
Thursday, June 20,
3:00pm
Southern Oaks
Adventures can be exciting! Let's make sure we prepare well for it. Join us on June 20th at 3pm for our DIY Survival Kit program. All participants will be able to create their very own survival kit with the various items available. We will also decorate the kits. Registration is required. This program is intended for Teens and Adults. All Supplies provided while supplies last.
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Movie Screening "Juneteenth: Faith and Freedom" In Conjunction With the Urban Poets
Monday, June 24,
6:00pm
Ralph Ellison
We'll start Open Mic Poetry Night with a special Juneteenth screening of the film "Juneteenth: Faith & Freedom," documentary film. A Black American is troubled by the legacy of American slavery and the misuse of Christianity to justify it. He travels throughout Texas discovering how the Juneteenth reveals faith and a fight for freedom in an unjust society. After the screening a chance for poetry! Are you an amateur, a seasoned poet, or somewhere in between and looking for someplace to express your talent? Local poets have an opportunity to read their own work or just sit and listen to the work of other budding poets. This is a recurring event and takes place on the last Monday of each month.
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Kitchen Scrap Gardening
Monday, June 24,
6:00pm
Almonte
Scrap gardening is great for kids, beginners, or anyone who is wanting to experiment with their first garden. It is also a great way to save money on fresh food by using what you already have in your kitchen! This class will be led by OKC Beautiful.
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Young Entrepreneurs Weekend Challenge
Friday, June 28,
1:00pm
Village
Are you a middle-school student full of ideas for making money and starting your own business? Join our Young Entrepreneurs Weekend Challenge! Students will learn the basics of entrepreneurship through fun, hands-on activities led by local business partners, culminating in a Pitch Event Celebration! This is a two-day event (Friday/Saturday) and students should plan to participate in both afternoons. Snacks will be provided.
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Hobbit Door DIY
Sunday, June 30,
2:00pm
Choctaw
Step into the enchanting realm of Middle-Earth at the Choctaw Library and add a touch of whimsy to your home with your very own DIY hobbit door creation!
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Resources at Your Library
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Summer Reading Program
Our Summer Reading Program (June 1-July 31) is open to ALL ages, from pre-readers to adults, so sign up today for a chance to win some great prizes this summer!
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HelpNow
HelpNow is a homework help and skills building service that offers live online tutoring for students in elementary school up through college. HelpNow also offers a writing lab, practice tests, skills building lessons, a flashcard generator, and virtual study rooms.
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Auto Repair Source
Provides step-by-step repair instructions, service bulletins, recall information, wiring diagrams, maintenance tips, and other information for foreign and domestic cars from 1954-present. All of the content in Auto Repair Source has been created by ASE certified technicians.
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JobNow
JobNow features job and career resources such as chatting with a live job coaching expert, resume and cover letter templates, interview tips, expert resume review, and more.
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