Book Lists

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Book Lists

Speculative and Science Fiction Booklist

December 19, 2023

Explore speculative and science fiction! We’ve selected a list of past and present authors whose imaginations carry us into the future.

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Book Lists, Library Book Clubs, Programs

Senior Book Club

December 5, 2023

2024 Reading List Senior Book Club meets at 3pm on the second Tuesday of the month at Luther Crest in Allentown. All are welcome. Non-residents may participate with their own… Read More

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Book Lists, Library Book Clubs, Programs

Short Story Society

December 2, 2023

2024 Reading List Welcome to the club! If you want to enjoy all the fun, ideas, and conversation but don’t have much time, Short Story Society is the group for… Read More

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Book Lists, Diversity

Celebrate Kwanzaa

November 9, 2023

Joyous Kwanzaa! December 26-January 1, 2024 The Origin of Kwanzaa Kwanzaa was first celebrated in 1966 and created by college professor Maulana Karenga. The celebration is a way of uniting… Read More

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Book Lists

Celebrate Christmas

‘Tis the season to be merry! The Origin The origin of celebrating Christmas on December 25th is unknown. However, there are several theories speculating its roots. One explanation ties the… Read More

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Book Lists, Diversity, Happenings

Celebrate Hanukkah

Chag sameach!  The History Hanukkah is a Jewish celebration of the defeat of the Greeks and the reclamation of the Second Temple in Jerusalem in the 2nd century BCE.  The… Read More

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Book Lists, Happenings

Top 13 Challenged Books of 2022

September 21, 2023

These are the top 13 challenged books in the U.S. in 2022. The American Library Association has announced the theme for Banned Books Week 2023: “Let Freedom Read!” Banned Books… Read More

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Book Lists

Canine Heroes

September 19, 2023

We are so grateful for our faithful service dogs in the police force, military, fire, and rescue. Let us honor our canine heroes.

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Book Lists, Happenings, Resource, Teens

TeenTober

September 14, 2023

TeenTober is an initiative from the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) that encourages teens to visit their library in October to discover media in all forms, technology, games, STEAM… Read More

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Book Lists, Happenings

50 Years of Hip-Hop: A Cultural Phenomenon

July 31, 2023

From DJ Kool Herc to Kendrick Lamar, this is the evolution of hip-hop. Hip-hop, a genre that has become a global cultural phenomenon, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year…. Read More

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Book Lists, Kids, Resource, Teens

Free Comics and Manga with your PCL Card!

July 18, 2023

Whether you are a seasoned reader of comics and manga or new to the genres, Parkland Community Library has something for you! We are celebrating San Diego Comic-Con with our… Read More

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Museum Passes

Connect, Discover & Grow: Borrow a Museum Pass

We’ve partnered with some incredible museums to provide you and your family access to one-of-a-kind educational experiences. Entertain the whole family, or maybe even your friends, neighbors, or coworkers, without breaking the bank!

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