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 MTL NEWSLETTERSEPTEMBER 2025 |
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September is National Library Card Sign-up Month! I hope you’ve realized by now that your library card is the smartest card in your wallet! Why? Because your library card opens the door to a world of possibilities. Books, movies, audiobooks, Libby, lifelong learning, tools, hotspots, author talks, engaging programs, Kindles, streaming, family events, free WiFi, literacy resources, seed library, puzzle exchange, free notaries, baking pans….the list goes on and on! Most importantly, your library card guarantees you ACCESS to the information and resources that you need. The library is here…it’s yours….come and take advantage of all that it offers, and spread the good news about this amazing resource right here in our hometown. Come visit us soon, or we’ll come visit you. We are happy to make outreach visits to share some library joy! If you’d like the library to visit your organization, please reach out to us at mtl@waterloolibrary.org. Jamie Director |
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From the Adult Services Coordinator: Monthly Highlight At Morrison-Talbott Library, we’re excited to share monthly highlights from our adult programs and resources. This month we’re featuring Newspapers.com, a powerful e-resource available with your library card. Explore historic local newspapers as well as publications from around the world... perfect for family history, research, or simply browsing past headlines. Watch for future spotlights on book clubs, educational programs, genealogy tools, and more. Remember, libraries are more than books; they’re gateways to knowledge, community, and discovery. Sherri Adult Services Coordinator |
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The wedding people : a novel
by Alison Espach
Mistaken for a wedding guest while staying at the grand Cornwall Inn, Phoebe Stone, at rock bottom, is determined to have one last decadent splurge on herself, and unexpectedly becomes bride's confidant and through her, meets a cast of surprising characters who help her start anew.
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Broken country : a novel
by Clare Leslie Hall
When her brother-in-law's actions reconnect her with a former love, Gabriel, whose son eerily resembles her deceased child, Beth's carefully constructed life unravels as past secrets and jealousies resurface, leading to deadly consequences and a difficult choice
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Five-star stranger : a novel
by Kat Tang
"Would you hire someone to be the best man at your wedding? Your stand-in brother? Your husband? In Kat Tang's exciting and resonant debut, a "Rental Stranger"-a companion hired under various guises-walks the line between personal and professional in surprising new ways
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The house on Vesper Sands : a novel
by Paraic O'Donnell
A Victorian-inspired supernatural mystery by the award-winning author of The Maker of Swans follows the experiences of a Cambridge dropout and his savvy detective partner, who connect a paramour's disappearance to a bizarre suicide.
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Youth Fall Program Lineup!Back-to-school means settling into new routines, and we’d love for the library to be part of yours! Our fall program lineup is packed with opportunities for kids, teens, and families to connect, create, learn, and explore. From storytimes and STEM challenges to book clubs, arts & crafts projects, playtime, and more, there’s something for everyone. Be sure to check out the Youth & Teen Event page on our website for the full schedule, registration details, and more. With over ten programs to choose from, here are just a couple highlights:
Book Clubs – Join the Book Wizards (grades 3–5) or Bookmarked (grades 6–8)! Each month, members choose books based on a theme rather than everyone reading the same book. There will be book related discussion, games, activities, and more!
Family Storytime – An evening storytime for the whole family with stories, songs, and a themed activity or craft. This month we’ll also be learning some American Sign Language in honor of Deaf Awareness Month!
We can’t wait to welcome you back this school year! Whether you’re looking for programs, a new book to dive into, resources for a school project, or just a free and fun place to spend time, the library is here for you. Ms. Stephanie Youth Services Coordinator
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Always Authors
Would you like to be among the first to enjoy new releases from your favorite author?
Simply complete an Always Authors request form located at the circulation desk, and we will automatically place a hold for you as soon as their latest titles are published, ensuring you receive them ahead of other patrons in the system. You may update your list or make changes at any time by submitting a new form or giving us a call. We will notify you as soon as your requested items are ready for pickup!
Kara Cataloger |
 Genealogy |
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