![A graphic has an orange circle with a thumbs up that says "Check These Out," the library logo, and three book covers: "The Magicians," "Magic for Liars," and "Giant Days."](/sites/default/files/styles/blog_teaser/public/2023-08/School%20Stories%20for%20Adults.png?itok=UfgBxDD3)
Check These Out: School Stories for Adults
Aug. 14, 2023 – School is starting all too soon, so we collected recommendations for school stories from library staff.
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Check These Out: School Stories for Young Readers
Aug. 10, 2023 – School is starting all too soon, so we collected recommendations for school stories from library staff. From magic schools to young love to school field trips gone wrong, this list has picture books, middle grade, and young adult recommendations.
![A graphic has an orange circle with a thumbs up that says "Check These Out," the library logo, and three book covers: "My Greatest Save," "Pride of a Nation," and "One Life."](/sites/default/files/styles/blog_teaser/public/2023-08/World%20Cup.png?itok=FYjfjIG-)
Check These Out: Books to Read During the World Cup
With the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup underway, here are books to help you diver deeper into the soccer spirit. The list includes memoirs by current and former players, histories of the decorated U.S.
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Check These Out: Books About RAGBRAI and Beyond
As RAGBRAI rolls through Iowa on its 50th anniversary, pick up these books for stories from the Register's Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa, learn a little more about the history of the towns and food that make the ride so special, and read tales from about bike lovers around the world.
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Check These Out: Books Inspired by the Barbie Movie
It is the summer of Barbie, and we're all just living in her world. Here are some books inspired by the new movie.
![A graphic has an orange circle with a thumbs up that says "Check These Out," the library logo, and three book covers: "Accessible Vacations," Subpar Parks," and "This is a Book for People Who Love the National Parks"](/sites/default/files/styles/blog_teaser/public/2023-07/National%20Parks.png?itok=dvnUwQhH)
Check These Out: Explore the National Parks
If you're planning a summer road trip, or just want to daydream about travels you could take, America's 63 national parks might be calling.
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Check These Out: Beach Reads
It is the season of the beach read. We collected recommendations from library staff members for books to distract you on your next summer excursion, whether you're looking for something light and breezy to read by the pool or an engrossing book to help while away a summer afternoon.
![A graphic has an orange circle with a thumbs up that says "Check These Out," the library logo, and three book covers: "I Kissed Shara Wheeler," "You Should See Me in a Crown," and "Heartstopper."](/sites/default/files/styles/blog_teaser/public/2023-06/YA%20Pride.png?itok=ijK9LRth)
Check These Out: YA Books for Pride Month
After we published a list of children's books for Pride Month, CR Pride asked us to also make lists for middle school
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Check These Out: Middle School Books for Pride
After we published a list of children's books for Pride Month, CR Pride asked us to also make lists for middle school and high school students.
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Check These Out: Books That Celebrate Juneteenth
Juneteenth celebrates the end of slavery in the United States by marking the day the news of the Emancipation Proclamation reached Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 1865.
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Check These Out: Pride Month Picture Books
To celebrate Pride Month, librarian Renee Greenlee shared this list of picture books that celebrate the lives and families of LGBTQ+ people.
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Check These Out: Books for Barbecuing
Ready to take your barbecue game to the next level? The library is here to help. Check out these cookbooks and barbecuing guides - featuring everything from recipes by renowned restauranteurs and pitmasters to information-packed tutorials.
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Check These Out: Garden Design and Inspiration Books
My partner and I just moved into a new house. With gardening season here, we're taking time this first summer to see what will come up in our yard, but we're also making plans for what we want to plant in the future.
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Check These Out: True Stories of the Music Industry
Public Service Associate Curtis Kraetsch is a big music fan. He also loves nonfiction, especially biographies.
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YA Fantasy & Sci-Fi with Asian Protagonists for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. To celebrate, dive into a story featuring an Asian, Asian American, or Pacific Islander protagonist.