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The Island of Sea Women: A Novel
by Lisa See; read by Jennifer Lim
The ostracized daughter of a Japanese collaborator and the daughter of their Korean village's head female diver share nearly a century of friendship that is tested by their island's torn position between two warring empires.
Format/Location: Audio CD
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The Path Made Clear: Discovering Your Life's Direction and Purpose
by Oprah Winfrey; read by the author
The award-winning global media leader and philanthropist offers a guide for identifying one's purpose and creating a framework for a life that is both successful and meaningful, sharing inspirational quotes by some of today's most influential cultural figures.
Format/Location: Audio CD, Call # 121.68 W726P
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Lessons from Lucy: The Simple Joys of an Old, Happy Dog
by Dave Barry; read by the author
The popular humorist takes cues from his beloved and highly intelligent dog, Lucy, to navigate his later years with grace and face the absurdities of daily life.
Format/Location: Audio CD, eAudiobook
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I M: A Memoir
by Isaac Mizrahi, read by the author
A memoir by the multifaceted pop culture icon includes coverage of his experiences as a gay youth in a Syrian Jewish Orthodox family, his education at LaGuardia High School for Performing Arts and the making of his documentary, Unzipped.
Format/Location: Audio CD
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Surprise Me
by Sophie Kinsella; read by Fiona Hardingham
When the fragile contentment in their marriage is shattered by someone's casual remark about how many more years they will be together, Sylvie and Dan agree to arrange surprises for each other to revitalize their relationship, only to encounter a comical series of mishaps. By the best-selling author of the Shopaholic series.
Format/Location: Playaway
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The Glovemaker: A Novel
by Ann Weisgarber; narrated by Karen Peakes and Mikael Naramore
As Deborah worriedly waits for her long-overdue husband to return from his travels during the winter of 1888, a desperate stranger shows up at her home seeking refuge, which sets in motion a chain of events that will turn her life upside down.
Format/Location: Playaway
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| Finding Dorothy by Elizabeth Letts; narrated by Ann Marie LeeStarring: Maud Gage Baum, wife of author L. Frank Baum, and Judy Garland, the 15-year-old actress portraying Dorothy in MGM's 1939 adaptation of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.
Narration: Ann Marie Lee's ability to perform multiple distinct male voices (including real-life MGM studio head Louie B. Mayer) is a standout in this AudioFile Earphones Award-winning recording.
Format/Location: Audio CD |
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Out of the Dark
by Gregg Andrew Hurwitz; read by Scott Brick
Evan Smoak, a.k.a., the Nowhere Man, is pitted against one of his own for the future of the country when a murderous President Bennett activates the Orphan program's first recruit, Orphan A. By the best-selling author of Hellbent.
Format/Location: Playaway
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| On the Come Up by Angie Thomas; narrated by Bahni Turpin What it’s about: When her fiery performance at a rap battle goes viral, 16-year-old Bri knows that her newfound fame could be her family’s ticket to survival -- but she doesn't know how to deal with the onslaught of people trying to label her.
Narration: Bahni Turpin's raw and spunky narration captures Bri's vulnerable coming of age.
Format/Location: YA Playaway |
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Needle Arts League
Thursdays, 5:30 pm
Library Meeting Room
The Needle Arts League of Michigan City promotes all forms of needle arts. Membership is open to anyone interested in needle arts such as crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, crewel, tatting, and other hand stitching. All skill levels and ages are welcome. An exchange of skills and materials is encouraged. For information, call 219-873-3049.
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Duneland Stamp Club
Thursday, May 9, 4:00 pm
Library Meeting Room
The Duneland Stamp Club meets the second Thursday of each month. New members are welcome.
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Monday Musicale: Music…a Magic Key
Saturday, May 11, 3:00 pm
Library Meeting Room
Music…a Magic Key is the theme for Monday Musicale’s annual concert to celebrate National Music Week. Join them for this lively concert and help recognize the wonderful talent in our community!
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Great Decisions
Monday, May 13, 6:30 pm
Library Meeting Room
The foreign policy discussion program Great Decisions concludes its 21st season in May. The discussion this session is A Tested Relationship: The U. S. and Mexico. NOTE: The final session of Great Decisions will be Tuesday, May 28 due to the Memorial Day holiday. For more information, call 873-3049.
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Contact your librarian for more great audiobooks!
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Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street Michigan City, Indiana 46360 219-873-3044mclib.org/ |
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