Summer Reading for Adults. July 26, 2018.
A peek at
Sex, Drugs, Rock & Roll
Sex at dawn : the prehistoric origins of modern sexuality by Christopher Ryan
A (brief) history of vice : how bad behavior built civilization by Robert Evans
The history of rock 'n' roll in ten songs by Greil Marcus

Question time

Rock & roll trivia? Yeah!

1. Before Ringo Starr came along, who was the original drummer for The Beatles?

2. Before they were the backing singers for Elvis Presley, the Jordanaires sang for which legendary gospel musician?

3. Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti performed with a famously large band, which was notable for including two of what instrument?


Last week we asked you tell us your preferred way to enjoy a movie*, and it looks like we have a lot of fans of streaming (and a surprising number who've still got a VHS collection?).
 
Whether you're an avid streamer or not, take a look at Kanopy's amazing collection.
 
 
*One person wrote us to say they always prefer a book to watching a movie. We hear you. :)

New and wonderful
Trail of Lightning by Rebecca Roanhorse
“This is a post-apocalyptic urban fantasy featuring Navajo (Diné) mythology and characters. Mystery, magic, butt-kicking, and a touch of horror combine for a thrilling and unique read.” - Elena, Hillsboro Public Library
The Black Tides of Heaven by JY Yang
“An impressively robust world packed into such a tiny book, with a complex sibling relationship, a society with non-traditional gender expressions and roles, and a history influenced by the in-world magic system.” - Laura T., Cedar Mill Community Library
The Husband’s Secret by Liane Moriarty
“Wow. An instant page-turner to find out what is in the husband’s letter, only then to wonder how lives will be transformed by the shattering secret.” - Adrienne, Sherwood Library


What's happening

microphone
Sunday, July 29
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tualatin Public Library Community Room
 
Need a bowl for popcorn or your stuff? Learn how to paint and melt a record and turn it into a work of art. Local art teacher Chelsey Peterson shows you how it’s done. You’ll take home a finished record bowl of your own making! Ages 12+. Registration is required at  http://www.tualatin.gov.
Tuesday, July 31
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Garden Home Community Library Annex
 
Learn about the home buying process without obligation from a real estate broker and mortgage officer. Content includes:  an overview of the home-buying process so that participants leave informed & empowered, addressing FAQs about pre-qualifications vs pre-approvals, inspections vs appraisals, and tools & helpful resources available for navigating each step.
 

Happy of the week
How Books Are Made
 
The Internet Archive has 11,215 free recordings of Grateful Dead performances. That's a literal lifetime of blissful Deadheadery. Start listening. >>


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