Yearly Archives: 2012

The Top Ten 2012: Best Fiction for Young Adults

Posted on December 21, 2012 by

Each year, Young Adult Library Services Association present the Best Fiction for Young Adults. The list of over 100 books feature a wide range of genres and styles, including contemporary realistic fiction, fantasy, horror, historical fiction and novels in verse. The YALSA … Continue reading →

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Plum Pudding

Posted on December 19, 2012 by

In Victorian England, the presentation of the plum pudding was often the highlight of Christmas day. The ritual usually began at the beginning of Advent when each member of the family took a turn at mixing the pudding and making a wish. … Continue reading →

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New Hours as of January 2013

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Gifts from $1 to $25 -

Posted on December 18, 2012 by

Do you need to do some last-minute shopping for the Holidays? We have a nice selection of gifts available at the front desk at Louis T. Graves Library which support our programs. Most of these items make great gifts or stocking stuffer and are reasonably priced from $1 … Continue reading →

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New In The Children’s Room ~

Posted on December 12, 2012 by

We have several new Picture Books for Younger Children at Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library. These books can be found upstairs in the Children’s Room. Come on in for a visit and check them out!   Otter and Odder: … Continue reading →

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Grammy Oakman’s Hard Gingerbread

Posted on December 11, 2012 by

1 c of sugar 1 c molasses 1 c crisco shortening 1 tsp vanilla 2/3 c boiling water 1 tsp ginger 1 tsp salt 2 c flour 4 tsp baking soda extra sugar for sprinkling Beat the sugar, molasses, shortening … Continue reading →

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Save the Date ~

Posted on December 7, 2012 by

December 21 from 3:00-3:45. A special Holiday storytime for all ages will feature songs and stories followed by cookies and lemonade. Mark your calendars and come celebrate the winter holidays with Ms Linda and Ms Terri at Graves Library.

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Staff Picks ~

Posted on December 5, 2012 by

Check out these book reviews from staff members of the Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library.  The books (with review cards) can be found on the Fireplace Mantel near the front desk at Graves Library. Come on in for a … Continue reading →

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Upcoming Winter Celebrations ~

Posted on December 4, 2012 by

Hanukkah, or “the Festival of Lights” is a historical celebration which commemorates the rededication of the Temple after the Jews succeeded over Antiochus IV oppression twenty-one centuries ago. To rededicate the temple, they had to light the “eternal flame.” When … Continue reading →

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Mulled Wine ~ Gluhwein

Posted on November 28, 2012 by

1 lemon 4 cinnamon sticks 4 whole cloves 4-8 sugar cubes 3 1/2 cups full-bodied red wine Wash lemon peel, removing as much pith as possible. Slice lemon. You can use either the peel or the lemon slices. If the … Continue reading →

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