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Lit Lorie Loves – Read Aloud Cart

Are you invited to be the mystery reader in your child or grandchild’s classroom? We can help you with your selection, with a growing collection of picture books and nonfiction books for your perusal. Just come downstairs and ask the Children’s staff about the read-aloud cart. Here is a small selection of the 99 (plus) books on our purple cart:

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Kathy's Korner: Sequels and Series Update for September

GRAPHIC NOVELS:  BARB THE LAST BERZERKER (3): BATTLE FOR BAILIWICK by Dan Abdo.  A ragtag crew of Berzerkers and five Wise Wizards with rusty powers come together to stop an evil witch from taking over their land, as Barb attempts to harness the mystical power of the Ghost Blade and lea...

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Install the Lake Forest Library App

Enjoy many of your favorite Lake Forest Library website features, plus brand new perks, all in a bite-sized app! Store a digital version of your library card to use at the circulation desks and self-checkout machines. Scan the ISBN barcode of books you discover at a bookstore or a friend's p...

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The Best Books This Fall

If you need some reading suggestions for this fall, check out our list of new favorite titles. With everything from science fiction to mysteries to memoirs, there’s something for everyone. All titles are linked to our catalog, but feel free to stop by the Adult Reference Desk for help finding a book...

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Kathy's Korner - New Children's Chapter Books in August

PETS RULE by Susan Tan.  A new series of easy chapter books starring a chihuahua who wants to rule the world, but is constantly being thwarted by other pets, such as adorable (?) kittens, poodles, and his clueless family of humans.  Black and white illustrations on every page. Gr 1-3. ...

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Kathy's Korner July New Fiction Youth

GOSSAMER SUMMER by H.M. Bouwman.  Four sisters make a friend, find a grubby fairy, and defend the neighborhood against evil birds in this book about grief, magic, and the power of stories. (Alert – the evil birds may be frightening to younger, sensitive readers.)  Gr 2-5.  THE ISLA...

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Resources for Birdwatching

Birding is one of the most popular outdoor activities, with millions of people heading outdoors to look for birds every year. Whether you are a beginning birdwatcher or seasoned practitioner, check out the resources the library has to offer.      Field Guides  ...

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Summer Reads Greatest Hits

The Lake Forest Librarians have chosen their favorite picks for summer reading.  Whether you're going to the beach, camping, on a road trip, or even just staying at home, these titles are fun, light, easy and great for summer. Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid. Malibu 1983: think movie st...

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