(Combined fiction and nonfiction list from various sources, in no particular order, compiled by E-Connect staff. Blurbs are from the publishers' advance PR materials.)
All the following titles are due to be issued in September 2004. In some cases, the library hasn't yet ordered the title. If you would like to ask that any of the not-yet-ordered titles be ordered, please use this link: http://marinet.lib.ca.us/acquire. Thanks!
A Perfect Divorce by Avery Corman
His parents aim for a civilized divorce, but a teenaged boy still goes off the rails.
Fairy Tales by e.e. cummings
Coming from cummings, these tales will be fractured. With plenty of illustrations.
The First Desire by Nancy Reisman
In 1930s Buffalo, young Goldie disappears—and her family falls apart. A highly touted debut from the winner of the 1999 Iowa Short Fiction Award.
The Falls by Joyce Carol Oates
The ramifications of a death at Niagara Falls. Using the "mythic-historic" Niagara Falls in the mid-20th century as backdrop, Oates again draws from the infinite well of family dysfunction.
Heir to the Glimmering World by Cynthia Ozick
In the 1930s Bronx, a ragged family of German refugees come to the attention of an inconstant benefactor, heir of a popular children's author. Christopher Robin is the inspiration here.
The Good Body by Eve Ensler
With The Vagina Monologues, Ensler helped women get comfortable with one (very private) part of their bodies; now she's aiming for the body as a whole.
Redemption Song: The Ballad of Joe Strummer by Chris Salewicz
A major music journalist resurrects Joe Strummer, the driving force behind The Clash and punk itself.
Have a suggestion for a title that you think the library should purchase? You can offer your suggestion via the new form on the MARINet website at http://marinet.lib.ca.us/acquire.
At the branches
Computer Tutorials
Explore the Internet.
Use electronic information resources available through the library for finding magazine and newspaper articles, books to match individual reading interests, business resources, and more.
Get help with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
Access library information from the Web-based catalog.
Ask a reference librarian or call 507-4049 for more information.
The Brown Bag Book Club
On Wednesday, August 25, 12 noon to 1 p.m., the Book Club will discuss Our Man in Havana by Graham Greene. New members are always welcome! For more information, call Becky or Livia at 499.6058 or e-mail to ldimare@co.marin.ca.us.
Under the Dome Photography
Currently on exhibit in the Dome Gallery are images representing the skilled and artistic camera work of the Marin Photography Club. Black-and-white, color, and color-enhanced photographs by club members are on display for your visual enjoyment. This exhibit runs through August 28.
Database Keeper needed
Database Keeper needed for the Civic Center Library Friends to help maintain database of members on Microsoft Access, and generate mailing labels and run reports. The average time commitment is one or two hours per week. Please call the adult reference desk at 499-6058 or send an email to ddhill@co.marin.ca.us.
Magic Show
On August 10th Gerald Joseph will be doing his amazing Magician show at 3:00 to end a successful Summer Reading Program for 2004.
The Amazing Bubble Guy
Louis Pearl entertains ages 4 and up. Tuesday, August 3, 11 a.m.
All-Purpose Clown
Owen Baker-Flynn tickles everyone’s funny bone with his inspired silliness. Ages 3 and up. Thursday, August 19, 11 a.m.
Writing From the Soul: A Free Workshop at the Fairfax Library
Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2004, 6:30-8:45pm
Explore writing for creative expression and spiritual growth in this experiential workshop facilitated by Susanne West, M. A. Cultivate your authentic writing voice. Free your imagination. Learn methods to overcome writing blocks. Prior writing experience is not necessary. Bring a notebook and a pen. Ms. West is a local writer, teacher and consultant. She is Chair of the Department of Liberal Arts at John F. Kennedy University. She also teaches seminars on writing and creative and spiritual development at a variety of Bay Area colleges and institutions. Space is limited and pre-registration is required for this very popular workshop. Call 457-5629 to register.
Book Club
The Fairfax Library Book Club meets the first Thursday of each month, 7-9 p.m. Our Summer selections are:
August 5 – The Piano Tuner, by Daniel Mason
September 2 – The Lovely Bones, by Alice Sebold
Books are available through the Marin County Free Library. You can check availability and reserve the books at http://marinet.lib.ca.us/screens/opacmenu.html, or by calling the library at 457-5629. If you'd like to purchase your book, BookBeat in Fairfax offers our members a 15% discount.
Internet Tutoring
Free training with experienced computer professionals who will individualize the training to meet your skill level. Call 457-5629 to set up an appointment for a one-hour session.
Friends of the Fairfax Library
Next meeting, Thursday, September 16, 7-9 p.m.
Meeting Room Gallery
Watercolors by Valerie Mullers
Tim Cain Wednesday, August 11 at 6:30 pm
Bring a picnic dinner, a blanket and the entire family for an evening of fun and music! Enjoy a concert on the lawn beside the library with local recording artist Tim Cain. For ages 3 and up.
Last Day to Apply!
The Novato Library is looking for a bilingual outreach coordinator to fill a grant-funded temporary position through April 2005. If you are interested, view the details online at http://www.co.marin.ca.us/library/novato/firstfive.pdf
Summer Reading Program: Discover New Trails at your Library!
Our always popular summer reading program continues throughout August. Children pre-K through Grade 5 can choose from three reading levels, keep track of the books they read in a reading log, and win lots of prizes.
Teen Summer Reading ~ “For a Change, READ!”
Now through August 31
This summer join the Teen Summer Reading Program at the Novato Library. Teen readers (entering 7th grade - 12th grade) are awarded coupons for smoothies, tacos and video rentals. The Teen area offers the latest Teen fiction as well as nonfiction and magazines. For more information, visit or call the Novato Library, 897-1142.
Intermediate Internet Class
In this free class, students will learn the basics about email, customizing Internet Explorer, and using Webpage bookmarks. Tuesday, August 10, 1 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. See a reference librarian or call 897-1142 for reservations.
The History of Recorded Sound with Jeff Weissman
wax cylinders, a rap song from 1896 and more! Tuesday, August 3, 6:30pm for *ages 13+
Latin American music with Colibri
singalong on Saturday, August 14, 1:30pm for all ages
Gerald Joseph, Comic Magician
Gerald Joseph will appear Tuesday, August 10, 6:30pm with hilarious magic for *all ages
The AstroWizard
The AstroWizard brings telescopes plus a 3D slide show Thursday, August 19 6:30pm for*ages 8 and up. AstroWizard, Dave Rodrigues teaches at the Morrison Planetarium and assisted in the rescue of Apollo 13
Sing-along Bilingual Storytimes
For ages 3-7 on Saturday August 7 & 21 at 11am – have fun learning a little English or Spanish with Chicha!
Teens Only Summer Reading
Win Reading Raffle Prizes + Have Fun at Teen Library Programs! Must be 11-18 years. Continues through August 31. Sign up at the Reference Desk. Read books, poetry, or your summer reading assignments. Listen to books on cassette or CD. Win a gift certificate for ice cream or other prizes - the more you read, the more chances you have to win. For more information, visit or call the new South Novato Library, 506-3168.
Master Gardener Clara Arvai
Master Gardener Clara Arvai will present techniques for drying Summer flowers August 31 at 6:30pm.
The South Novato Library Reading Club
The Reading Club (Adults) meets the last Thursday of every month at 6:30pm. New members are welcome to help pick the next reading selections. Books are available through the Marin County Free Library system.
Internet Tutoring
Free class with an experienced computer professional who will individualize the training. Call 506-3168 to set up an appointment for a one-hour session.
Web Searching
August 20th, 12:30pm to 2:00pm
Taught by Daniel Will-Harris, author, graphic designer, and Web designer. Please call the library to register 663-8375.
Making Websites
August 6th, 12:30pm to 2:00pm
Taught by Daniel Will-Harris, author, graphic designer, and Web designer. Please call the library to register 663-8375.
Wild Animals
August 5---2pm---Bolinas---wild animals visiting include bob cat, red fox, great horned owl, coyote, red-tailed hawk
August 9---10:30am---San Geronimo Valley---African serval cat, snowy owl, coatimundi, grey fox, North American porcupine
August 10---10:30am---Inverness & 1:30pm---Stinson Beach---African porcupine, Arctic fox, golden eagle, kookaburra, opossum
August 10---2pm---Point Reyes Station---python, alligator, tortoise, giant lizard, tarantula
Quilts Display
Gorgeous quilts are on display at the Stinson Beach Library
Inkheart by Cornelia Funke
Has some of the vilest villains you’ll meet in children's lit. 534 pages.
Eragon by Christopher Paolini Eragon is not just for children, it’s by a child. Christopher Paolini began writing this fantastic tome when he was 15 years old. 509 pages.
Summerland by Michael Chabon Summerland by Pulitzer Prize winner Michael Chabon is 500 pages long. The worst baseball player in history is the hero of this grand battle between good and evil.
Louis Pearl, the amazing Bubble Man, delighted children and parents during his June 16 visit to the Civic Center Library. The Bubble Man's presentation is a part of the on-going program of summer events funded by the Marin County Friends of the Library for this year's Discover New Trails at Your Library Summer Reading Game.
These video clips were taken by Greg Jan, library supporter.
Bargain Sunday is from 12-4 on August 1! All children's books and cookbooks will be 50% off; mystery, fiction, and romance pocketbooks will be 4 for $1; and prices in the clearance room will be slashed? hardbacks 10? and paperbacks 5?! Come get your late summer reading fix at The Book Place--at these prices you can take books with you on vacation and just leave them when you are finished.
The construction on Grant Avenue has not quite reached our block yet, but it soon will. Fortunately, we have a big parking lot in the back of the store, with the entrance on 7th Street. Lots of parking is available in the Long's/Albertson's parking lot too.
Come see us at The Book Place!
Tues/Thurs/Sat: 10-4;
Wed: 12-4;
Fri: 10-8;
Bargain Sunday: 12-4 on the first Sunday of each month.
Library's Weblog Has a New Look
Need to stay current with what's happening at the Library? Would you like to get recommended websites and be the first to know about the Library's new online resources? Take a look at the Library's Weblog (other wise known as "The Blog")! Updated daily, this site features the happenings at all the Library branches as well as Librarian-recommended resources. Recently, we've posted about a photography exhibit at the Civic Center Library, our e-Newsletter, video clips of a recent children's event, a music-recommendation website, and Marin walking guides. And that's all in one week! And, even better, the Library's weblog has a sleek new look! Check it out!
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