Looking for a chat spot to get technical help and advice? Our WebStars have
a new virtual
message board! On the board you'll find topics such as homework help, PhotoShop
advice, tech questions, website design assistance, community events and more.
Take a moment and check it out!
Marin WebStars
is an innovative technology program headquartered at the Marin
City Library. The program brings together students from local high schools,
empowering them through computer training, providing opportunities to work with
the public and participate in internship programs with local technology companies.
In addition to monitoring the message board, the WebStars provide free
technology classes on topics such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, email basics
and the Internet. If you'd like to set up an appointment for a free one-to-one
tutoring session at the library, please call 332-6157.
Do you have a pet you'll never forget? A kitten or pup or polliwog that's
grown into a cat or dog or frog? Grab a leash and your library card; it's
time for a walk over to your Marin County Free Library for a summer of
"Paws, Claws, Scales and Tales."
Children of all ages, pre-readers to teens, may read for prizes all summer
long. Join the pack for a summer of wonderful performers and fun games.
For a detailed list of programs, check out our Events
Page and our ongoing Storytimes.
Grab your dog by the paws, or your crab by her claws. Bring your snake with
his scales, or all your pets with their tails. Sign up in June, and join the
pack. It's going to be a real howl.
Each week, families in the Raising A Reader program look forward to taking
home book bags filled with high quality children’s literature. This countywide
program works through child care providers to increase the number of low-income
families that lap-read with their infant/toddler, thus building pre-literacy
skills crucial to early development.
Many of the parents expressed anxiety about reading with their children due
to a lack of basic vocabulary skills since English is not their first language.
To address this concern, a biweekly adult ESL pilot class was created by the
Marin Literacy Program and Parent Services Project, offering families with young
children an opportunity to develop basic reading and writing skills so they
would have the confidence to read stories with their children on a regular basis.
In the first year, the project has been an overwhelming success.
You can make a difference! Donate time, knowledge or funding. To learn
more about Marin Literacy Program and its many projects, call 485-3318, or visit
us at http://www.marinliteracy.org.
Super Sale Wrap-Up: Despite lower attendance than in previous years, The Friends
netted about $10,600 at the Super Sale. This amount is split up among our branch
library Friends groups and the county Friends according to the number of hours
worked at the sale. Many thanks to all the wonderful volunteers who worked so
hard. We actually set up and cleaned up in record-breaking time!
Bargain Sunday at The Book Place!
June 4th from noon to 4:00 pm.
Here are the sale categories, all at 50%:
Military History and Biographies of Military Figures
Drama
Humor
Gardening
In addition, hardback and trade paper mysteries will be on sale for $1!
Remember, by shopping at The Book Place you are helping to support our Marin
County libraries.
The Book Place is operated by the Friends
of the Marin County Free Library, a nonprofit volunteer organization devoted
to raising funds for the libraries. You can help by volunteering at the store
(call Nancy Montgomery, 883-5628), by becoming
a member of the Friends (call Ginny Schultz, 883-5488) and by donating books
and buying books at The Book Place.
HOURS
and LOCATIONS
Marin County Free Library branches are located throughout East and West Marin.
Open days and hours of operation vary by branch. With 11 locations to choose
from as well as 24/7 access
on our website to reference
assistance, the online
catalog, databases,
and eBooks
you'll never be far from the information you need.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET CLASSES
The Marin County Free Library offers classes and one-to-one tutoring in computer basics, the Internet, e-mail, the Library’s online resources, Microsoft Word, Excel, and more. Please check our website for times, locations, and registration information.
BOOKCLUBS
Marin County Free Library branches host a wide variety of monthly reading groups. Club members meet each month for a lively discussion about a particular book or theme. Please check our bookclub listing for locations, times, selections, and contact information.
STORYTIMES
The Marin County Free Library offers storytimes at each of the branches for children in various age groups. Please check our Storytimes page for times and ages.
BOOKMOBILE
The Marin County Free Library Bookmobile visits geographically isolated communities throughout the County. Most stops are made twice within a four-week period each month. Copies of the Bookmobile schedule are available at all County Library branches and on the Bookmobile’s webpage.
Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, June 14th, 7:00 to 8:30 pm
The Library Commission serves as a resource body and liaison to the Board
of Supervisors, the County Librarian, and the community, working to find ways
and means of enlisting public interest in supporting and improving Library
services. This month the Commission will meet at the Corte
Madera Library, 707 Meadowsweet Drive.
Friends' Annual Meeting
Sunday, June 25th, 2:00 pm
The Friends' Annual Meeting will be held at the Marin Association of Realtors
Building, 40 Mitchell Blvd, San Rafael. Members of the Friends will receive
an invitation in the mail, along with a slate of officers for the coming year.
The speaker this year is well-known Marin author, Barry Spitz, who will talk
about his new book, Marin—A History. This book will not be sold in stores,
but copies can be ordered through the author. Twenty percent of all sales
and sponsorships will be donated to the Friends of the Marin County Free Library.
Orientation for Prospective Tutors
Tuesday, June 6th, 7:00 to 8:30 pm
The Marin Literacy Program is looking for individuals to volunteer as tutors
for adults who need to improve their reading, writing and English speaking
skills. Attend this 1.5-hour orientation to find out more about the need for
adult literacy instruction in Marin, the programs offered, what it is like
to tutor an adult, and how you can make a difference in someone's life by
tutoring. Please call 485-3318 to sign-up.
CIVIC CENTER 3501 Civic Center Drive #427, San Rafael, CA 94903 Directions.
(415) 499-6057. Open hours: M/W/F 10am-6pm; T/Th 10am-9pm; Sa 10am-5pm; Closed Sunday.
Computer Tutoring
Explore the Internet and learn the basics of setting up a free e-mail account,
sending and receiving messages, and accessing e-mail. Learn to 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 Excel. Ask a reference librarian
or call 507-4049 for more information.
Storytimes
Toddler Storytime, Wednesdays, 10:30 to 10:50 am. Ages 2 to 3 with a parent
or caregiver.
Preschool Storytime, Wednesdays, 3:30 to 4:00 pm. Ages 3 and up.
P&T Puppets Present the Three Little Pigs
Tuesday, June 20th, 7 pm
Come and enjoy the P&T
Puppet Theatre's fractured fairy tale version of the classic Grimm's fairy
tale. Strawberry, Woodford, and Mason each build a home of their own, only
to confront the "Big Bad Woof". You-know-who gets his comeuppance in the end!
Ages 3 and older.
Cat Capers - Cat Tales & Crafts
Wednesday, June 28th, 3:30 pm
Crafty librarian Pam Brown returns with lively cat stories from around the
world along with a make-and-take cat puppet program. After the puppet making,
kids can join in a group performance of "Millions of Cats" with their puppets!
Program is 1 hour in length. Ages 5 and older please. Space is limited. Register
with Miss Kitty the librarian 507-4048.
The Brown Bag Book Club
Wednesday, June 28th, noon to 1:00 pm
Each month the Book Club meets to discuss a new literary selection. The selection
for June is Islands
in the Stream, by Earnest Hemingway. Please check the library
catalog to borrow or reserve a copy. New members are always welcome! For
more information, call Livia at 499-6058 or e-mail to llewin@co.marin.ca.us.
CORTE MADERA 707 Meadowsweet Drive, Corte Madera, CA 94925 Directions.
(415) 924-3515.
Open hours: M-Th 10am-9pm; Sa 10am-5pm; Su noon-5pm; Closed Friday.
Internet Tutoring
Hourly sessions every Monday, 11am to noon, 1-2 pm, 2-3 pm.
Bring your questions. Explore the Internet. Find information using Yahoo and
Google. Learn the basics of setting up a free e-mail account and sending and
receiving messages. To reserve a tutoring session, speak with a librarian
at the reference desk or call 924-6444.
Using the Online Library Catalog
Tuesday, June 6th, 10:00 am
Thursday, June 22nd, 1:00 pm
Librarians will teach you to look for library materials, search for specific
material types such as DVDs or CDs, request items to be held for you, keep
a list of things you have checked out, and more. Please call 924-6444 to register.
Getting the Most Out of Your Library Online
Tuesday, June 13th, 10:00 am
Thursday, June 29th, 1:00 pm
Through the Library's website you can read magazines and newspapers, explore
photo albums of Marin history, find information in many subject areas, chat
online with a librarian to ask a question, and more. Call 924-6444 to register.
Storytimes
Preschool Storytime, Wednesdays, 11:00 to 11:30 am. Ages 3 and up.
Marin
Poetry Center's Traveling Show
Tuesday, June 6th, 7:30 pm
Hear the words of our local poets at a reading hosted by Terry Scheidt, featuring
Rose Black, Janet Jennings, Maggie Morley, Mary Kay Sweeney, and Louise Yahnian.
This event is free and open to the public.
The Dipsea: History and Lore of the Oldest Foot Race
Wednesday, June 7th, 7:00 pm
George Frazier, formerly a reporter for local newspapers, will run the Dipsea
for the 28th time on June 11th this year. He will discuss the history, lore,
and legends of this famous foot race. He will also answer questions about
shortcuts, race tactics, and secret workouts.
Morning Book Discussion Group
Wednesday, June 21st, 10:00 am
Please join the Morning Book Discussion Group for a lively literary discussion.
The only requirement is that you read the book and come prepared to talk with
other avid readers about it. The selection for June isDaughter's
Keeper, by Ayelet Waldman. For further information, contact the reference
desk at 924-6444.
FAIRFAX 2097 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Fairfax, CA 94930 Directions.
(415) 453-8151. Open hours: M-Th 10am-9pm; Sa 10am-6pm; Closed Friday and Sunday.
Internet Tutoring
Free tutoring 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.
Storytimes
Preschool Storytime, Tuesdays & Saturdays, 11:00 to 11:30 am. Ages 3 and up.
Book Club
Thursday, June 1st, 7:00 to 9:00 pm
The Fairfax Library Book Discussion Group meets the first Thursday of each
month. The selection for June is yet to be announced. Please check the
library catalog to borrow or reserve a copy. If you'd like to purchase
your book, BookBeat in Fairfax offers our member a 15% discount.
Friends of the Fairfax Library
Thursday, June 15th, 7:00 to 9:00 pm
The mission of the Friends of the Fairfax Library is to build a partnership
between the library and the community, to encourage public support, and to
advocate for quality library service for all patrons of the Fairfax Library.
The Friends meet on the third Thursday of the month in the community room
of the Fairfax Library. Call 453-8151 for more information.
Meeting Room Gallery
The exhibit for June is Old Bags and Other Works, embroidered by Angela
deCelle.
MARIN CITY 164 Donahue Street, Marin City, CA 94965 Directions.
(415) 332-6158. Open hours: M/T 1pm-9pm; W/Th 10am-6pm; Sa 10am-5pm; Su noon-5pm; Closed Friday.
Computer Tutoring
Free training in computer, Internet, and e-mail basics individualized to meet
your interests and skill level. Please call 332-6157 to set up an appointment
for a one-hour session.
Preschool Storytimes
Wednesdays, 11:00 am and 3:30 pm. Ages 3 and up.
Friends of the Marin City Library
Saturday, June 3rd, 10:00 am to noon
The mission of the Friends of the Marin City Library is to build a partnership
between the library and the community, to encourage public support, and to
advocate for quality library services for all patrons of the Marin City Library.
The Friends meet on the first Saturday of the month in the adult seating area
of the library. Call 332-6158 for more information.
Shakespeare on Film
Monday, June 26th, 7:00 pm
Phil Sheridan will lead a discussion of different filmed versions of the same scenes from Shakespeare's Richard III.
NOVATO 1720 Novato Blvd., Novato, CA 94947 Directions.
(415) 897-1141. Open hours: M-Th 10am-9pm; Sa 10am-5pm; Su noon-5pm; Closed Friday.
Book Talk on Novato Cable Channel 27
Watch "Book Talk" every Monday, 2:30 and 8:00 pm on Novato Cable Channel 27.
Show is repeated each Monday, with a new show every month!
Storytimes
Lapsit Storytime, Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 10:00 to 10:30 am. Ages 18 to 36
months with an adult.
Preschool Storytime, Wednesdays & Saturdays, 11:00 to 11:30 am. Ages 3 and
up.
La Hora de los Cuentos en Español, Sábados a las 10:00 am. Para niños a partir
de 3 años. (Spanish Language Storytime, Saturdays at 10:00 am)
Mystery Reader's Book Club
Thursday, June 8th, 10:30 to 11:30 am
The Novato Library Mystery Reader's Book Club meets the second Thursday of
every month. Everyone is welcome. A limited supply of books for the next month’s
title will be available at the meeting prior. You may wish to check the
library catalog to borrow or reserve a copy. Librarians at any reference
desk can also assist interested readers with placing holds on books, large
print copies, or audio formats.
Intermediate Internet Class - Beyond the Basics
Tuesday, June 13th, 1:00 to 3:15 pm
You've got the basics of Internet navigation down. Now what? Come to the Novato
Library's intermediate Internet class to go beyond the basics. You will learn
to use email, manage bookmarks, and more. The volunteer instructor will present
a lecture and demonstration on a large screen, followed by a question-and-answer
session. Stop by the reference desk or call 897-1142 to reserve a space.
Novato Teen Library Officers Meeting
Monday, June 19th, 3:30 to 4:30 pm
Come help to improve the Library! Open to all Novato residents and students
in 7th-12th grades.
Latin American Folk Duo Colibri
Tuesday, June 20th, 7:00 pm Colibri,
Spanish for hummingbird, is a duo that presents lively, interactive musical
journeys through Latin America. Using an exciting array of traditional folk
instruments, Lichi Fuentes and Alisa Peres create a bridge linking children
in the U.S. with those in the Spanish-speaking world. Their extensive repertoire
includes selections from many different countries -- from a Bolivian festival
song about a mother dancing with her baby to a Chilean song about worms, as
well as popular Mexican singalongs. For ages 3 and up.
Tuesday Afternoon Book Club
Tuesday, June 20th, 1:00 to 2:00 pm
Join us at the Novato Library for the Tuesday Afternoon Book Club. We meet
on the third Tuesday of each month. Everyone is welcome. The selection for
June is Reading Lolita in Tehran by Azar Nafasi. The following month we
will readKite
Runner by Khaled Hosseini. Discussion questions are provided. For
additional information, please contact the Reference Desk at 897-1143.
Wednesday Night Book Club
Wednesday, June 28th, 7:00 to 8:00 pm
Join us at the Novato Library for the Wednesday Night Book Club. We meet on
the fourth Wednesday of each month. Everyone is welcome. The selection for
June is Snow Flower and the Secret Fan by Lisa See. Discussion questions
are provided. For additional information, please contact the Reference Desk
at 897-1143.
SOUTH NOVATO 6 Hamilton Landing, Suite 140A, Novato, CA 94949 Directions.
(415) 506-3165. Open hours: T/Th 1pm-8pm; W/Sa 11am-5pm; Closed Monday, Friday and Sunday.
Small Group Internet Tutoring
Free training with an experienced computer professional who will individualize
the training to meet your skill level. Tutoring sessions are by appointment.
Please sign up in advance by calling 506-3168.
Storytimes
Children's Storytime, Wednesdays, 11:00 to 11:30 am. Ages 3 and up.
Sing-Along Bilingual Storytime, Saturday, June 17th, 11:00 am. Come to the
South Novato Library for a Spanish and English Preschool Storytime. Chicha
reads and sings both languages fluently. Preschoolers and parents are encouraged
to sing with Chicha.
P&T Puppets Present the Three Little Pigs
Tuesday, June 20th, 2:30 pm
Come and enjoy the P&T
Puppet Theatre's version of the classic Grimm's fairy tale, adapted for
puppetry with fun for all ages! Strawberry, Woodford, and Mason each build
a home of their own, only to confront the "Big Bad Woof". You-know-who gets
his comeuppance in the end!
Cat Capers - Cat Tales & Crafts
Wednesday, June 28th, 11:00 am
Pam Brown returns with lively cat stories from around the world; then the
children make talking cat puppets. After the puppet making, kids can join
in a group performance of "Millions of Cats" with their puppets. The program
will be 45 minutes to an hour long.
South Novato Reading Club
Thursday, June 29th, 6:30 to 8:00 pm
The selection for June is Almost French by Sarah Trumbull. The South Novato Library Book Club
meets the last Thursday of each month. New members are welcome to help pick
the next reading selections. Please come whether you have read the current
book or not, to find out what our Reading Club is like. For additional information,
please contact the Reference Desk at (415) 506-3168.
Bilingual Storytime
Thursday, June 1st, 6:30 to 8:30 pm at the
Point Reyes Station Library. Stories presented in English y en Español.
Crafts and refreshments included.
Magic Mike
Wednesday, June 21st, 2:00 pm at the
Inverness Library and 4:00 pm at the
Bolinas Library.
You'll marvel at Mike's sleight of hand mastery and enjoy the fun when he
brings magic, comedy, juggling, and more into the library. Bring the whole
family and be prepared for an amazing time.
Daffy Dave
Monday, June 26th, 11:00 am at the
San Geronimo Valley Library, 1:30 pm at the
Point Reyes Station Library, and 4:00 pm at the
Bolinas Library.
Come join us for a clown, magic and juggling show featuring Daffy Dave, who
promises that a hilarious and awesome time will be had by all!
KWMR Radio Program: Turning Pages in the Stacks
Wednesday, June 7th, 10:00 to 11:00 am
The Library's own Dan Carr has a monthly radio program about the library.
He and his guests share the inside scoop on what the library can do for you,
local history, great books, music, and online services. Tune in to KMWR (live
at 90.5 FM Point Reyes Station, 89.3 FM Bolinas).
Homegrown Authors Series: Michael Jeneid
Monday, June 12th, 6:00 pm at the
Stinson Beach Library Michael
Jeneid, Stinson resident and author will discuss his work and read from
his light verse "Notes From a Poet on All Shakespeare's Plays."
Small Group Internet Tutoring at the Point Reyes Station Library
Friday, June 16th, 12:30 to 1:45 pm at the
Point Reyes Station Library
Volunteer Daniel Will-Harris conducts small group Internet tutoring on the
third Friday of every month. Call 663-8375 during open hours to reserve a
space.
Place your request early and be one of the first to check out these new releases.
Annotations adapted from publishers' advance materials and the MARINet catalog.
Armed
Madhouse by Greg
Palast
Drawing from his work as a BBC undercover journalist, Palast investigates
who's afraid of Osama Wolf? China floats; Bush sinks; the scheme to steal
'08; no child's behind left; and other dispatches from the front lines of
the class war.
Now
It's My Turn by Mary
Cheney
The daughter and personal aide of Dick Cheney shares a behind-the-scenes
account of the 2004 election, discussing her relationship with her family,
her role in assisting her father's campaign, and the ways in which her sexuality
was rendered a political issue.
Possible
Side Effects: True Stories by Augusten
Burroughs
From the bestselling author of Running with Scissors comes his most
provocative collection of true stories yet. Readers should be forewarned
and read the label: hilarious, troubling, and shocking results might occur.
Malinche
by Laura Esquivel
The best-selling author of Like Water for Chocolate here turns to
Mexico's legendary historical figure of Malinche, Hernan Cortes' Indian
interpreter and mistress, for another of her cultural explorations of Mexico's
past.
A Death
in Belmont by Sebastian
Junger
In 1963, with the city of Boston already terrified by a series of savage
crimes known as the Boston Stranglings, a murder occurred in the quiet suburb
of Belmont, just a few blocks from the house of Sebastian Junger's family.
As Junger showed in his bestselling The Perfect Storm, he weaves
an amazing story, here intertwining a narrowly averted family tragedy into
an electrifying exploration of race and justice in America.
Beach Road
by James Patterson
A struggling Montauk lawyer agrees to defend a local man accused of murdering
several flashy Hamptons types and finds himself in the midst of another
trial of the century.
At Risk
by Patricia Cornwell
A Massachusetts D.A. who is running for governor uses a 20-year-old murder
case to test cutting-edge DNA technology in the fight against crime. When
a shocking piece of violence intervenes, the state investigator is not so
sure it's a random event.
Stumbling
on Happiness by Daniel
Gilbert
This smart and funny book by a prominent Harvard psychologist, which uses
groundbreaking research and (often hilarious) anecdotes, reveals why people
are so lousy at predicting what will make them happy--and what they can
do about it.
Definitely
Dead by Charlaine
Harris
This sixth book in Harris's Southern Vampire series offers a grand
blend of mystery-cum-fantasy with dollops of romance and humor.
Have a suggestion for a title that you think the library should purchase? You can offer your suggestion via the form on the MARINet website at http://marinet.lib.ca.us/acquire.
New Audio Books
The following audio book titles have recently been added to our collection. A complete list of the MARINet libraries' audio CD & cassette holdings is available online via a quick search.
Everyman
by Philip Roth [CD and
Cassette Format]
The hero of Everyman is obsessed with mortality. He is the ex-husband
in three marriages gone wrong. He is the father of two sons who detest him,
despite a daughter who adores him. And as his health worsens, he is the
envious brother of a much fitter man.
The
Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael
Pollan [CD Format]
The bestselling author of the Botany of Desire explores the ecology
of eating to unveil why man consumes what he consumes in the 21st century.
Mayflower:
A Story of Courage, Community, and War by Nathaniel
Philbrick [CD and Cassette Format]
Impeccably researched and expertly rendered, Philbrick's account brings
the Plymouth Colony and its leaders, including William Bradford, Benjamin
Church and the bellicose, dwarfish Miles Standish, vividly to life. More
importantly, he brings into focus a gruesome period in early American history.
Dead
Watch by John Sandford
[CD and Cassette Format]
At the request of the White House, Jake Winter investigates the disappearance
of former Senator Lincoln Bowe. But the trail of clues leads Jake into the
heart of a scandal that could cost him his life and topple the federal government.
Love
and Other Impossible Pursuits by Ayelet
Waldman [CD and Cassette Format]
After Emilia, an attorney, and her husband Jack lose their infant daughter,
Emilia has an increasingly hard time dealing with her stepson, William.
The Library offers a number of different e-book collections, all available from
the Databases
& eBooks webpage. Below are featured Investment Resources from our NetLibrary
Collection. For more information about these books, ask
your friendly local librarian!
Investing
Demystified by Paul
Lim
This easy-to-use guide shows you how to recognize and take advantage of
profitable opportunities in everything from mutual funds to tax-free bonds
to real estate. It includes market-proven tips and techniques, handy checklists,
chapter-ending quizzes, and more.
All
About Market Timing by Leslie
Masonson
From the "All About" series, this latest guide shares need-to-know
strategies for investment analysis, stock price forecasting, and speculation.
The
Warren Buffett Way by Robert
Hagstrom
This New York Times bestseller shares Warren Buffet's approach to buying
stocks--or more recently bonds--and recounts the key investment decisions
that have led to Buffet's financial success.
The
Landlord's Financial Tool Kit by Michael
Thomsett
This resource from the American Management Association covers everything
from the nature of real estate investing, getting started, and picking the
right investments, to bookkeeping basics, understanding tax rules and reporting
requirements.
Have a suggestion for a title that you think the library should purchase? You can offer your suggestion via the form on the MARINet website at http://marinet.lib.ca.us/acquire.
Summer is here! It's time for family outings, car rides, and music-making laughter.
This month, we've selected a few CDs from our Children's Collection perfect
for family car trips or whenever you feel like singing a happy tune :-)
A complete list of the MARINet Libraries' music CD, cassette, & record holdings
is available online via a quick
search.
Gary
Lapow
One of our favorite Marin Storytime artists. Join Gary as he sings along
on Diddy Bob Dinosaurs, Supermarket Shuffle, Here's a Kiss Goodnight,
and many more.
They
Might be Giants
Collection of children's songs from this popular rock group, including tunes
about the alphabet.
Disney
Karaoke
Favorite songs with and without the vocals. Perfect for family fun, parties,
car trips and special occasions
Ralph's World
The guitar and voice behind Ralph's World, Ralph Covert continues
to fine tune his family-friendly music. His latest album explores many moods
and sounds, from the airy pop of "Tower of Blocks" to the feisty,
almost punk of "I Don't Wanna."
The Wiggles Hoop-Dee-Doo, Live Hot Potatoes, Toot Toot! and lots, lots more -
this Australian wonder-group is sure to please.
The following DVD/video titles have recently been added to our collection. Complete lists of the MARINet libraries' DVD and video holdings are available online via a quick search.
Tibet:
Cry of the Snow Lion [DVD Format]
A snow lion is a mythic beast of Tibetan legend, emblazoned on the Tibetan
flag. Today the Tibetan flag is outlawed in its own homeland. Ten years
in the making, the dark secrets of Tibet's recent past are powerfully chronicled
through riveting personal stories and archival images never before assembled
in one film.
Beauty
Shop [DVD Format]
Gina Norris is in Atlanta making a name for herself at a posh Southern salon
with her cutting-edge hairstyles. But when her flamboyant, egotistical boss
takes it one criticism too far, she leaves his salon to open a shop of her
own.
Blind Spot:
Hitler's Secretary [DVD Format]
The astonishing true story of Hitler's private secretary coming to terms
with working for unspeakable evil after remaining silent for nearly 60 years.
Traudl Junge refused to speak publicly about her memories, keeping silent
about her life, her trials and tribulations, until now, the end of her life.
Duma
[DVD Format]
Owning a pet cheetah sounds like a dream come true for a young boy seeking
adventure, and for Xan (Alex Michaeletos), the South African boy whose story
is told in Duma, that dream is a reality.
The War
of the Worlds [DVD Format]
H.G. Wells' chilling story of the invasion of Earth by Martians. Mass evacuation
begins in panic as nations unite in an effort to repel the aliens.
Looking for fiction, non-fiction, mysteries, local authors, audio books, or DVDs? Check out some of our most popular recommendations for adults, teens, and kids.
E-Connect staff:
E-Connect is an online publication distributed monthly by the Marin County Free Library. Alysanne Taylor, Administrative Services Associate, editor.
