New to the Library:

From a special request, we have just received the entire Little House on the Prairie DVD set.  These films provide wholesome entertainment and opportunities to discuss family values and issues with you children, as you enjoy an evening together building memories. 

 

 

Featured Series:

The Courtship of Nellie Fisher Series, by Beverly Lewis

Beverly returns to Lancaster County for a powerful new series based on actual historical events; a heated debate over salvation,and tractors that causes a group of Amish families to break away from the Old Order. And two young people who are caught in the heartbreaking divide.  Passionate and stubborn Nellie Fisher knows that if her family breaks away from their church district, she stands to lose her beloved Caleb, staunch in his Old Order beliefs. But if she follows Caleb, she will lose her dear family. And what of the gentle stirrings she feels when her bishop-uncle speaks of an assurance of salvation her soul longs for?

The Sunrise Series, by Karen Kingsbury

In preparation for their long-awaited wedding day, Dayne and Katy are determined to keep the ceremony a secret from the paparazzi. Their relationship grows closer and stronger as they plan together, but in the end it takes the help of the Baxter family and many of the CKT kids so that they will even have a chance at a private wedding. John Baxter is thrilled that his oldest son will be settling down a few miles away, but he's not sure how any of his kids will handle a situation he can no longer run from--the feelings he is having for his friend Elaine. In the meantime, the Flanigan family is struggling with their young boarder, Cody Coleman, Jim Flanigan's star receiver. After an alcohol overdose, Cody fights for his life. Only the grace of God and a miracle can bring him back from the brink of death--physically and spiritually.

 

Award Winning Books for Kids:

Caldecott Winners -

A Wrinkle in Time, by Madeleine L. Engle

Kira-Kira, by Cynthia Kadohata

The Tale of Despereaux, by Kate DiCamillo

May I Bring a Friend?, by Beatrice DeReghiers

Cinderella, by Marcia Brown

Series for Kids:

Artemis Fowl

Cam Jansen

Chronicles of Narnia

Dragons in Our Midst

Guardians of Ga'Hoole

Geronimo Stilton

Harry Potter

His Dark Materials

Inkheart

Junie B. Jones

Lemony Snicket: A Series of Unfortunate Events

Magician's House Quartet

Magic Treehouse

Marvin Redpost

Nancy Drew

Percy Jackson & the Olympians

Peter and the Starcatcher

Royal Diaries

Secrets of Droon

Time Spies

Motion Pictures based on novels:

Prince Caspian, based on the book in The Chronicles of Narnia, by C.S. Lewis.

In the never-ending war between good and evil, The Chronicles of Narnia set the stage for battles of epic proportions. Some take place in vast fields where the forces of light and darkness clash. But other battles occur within the small chambers of the heart, and are equally decisive. At the core of each of the seven books in the chronicles is the magnificent lion Aslan--the powerful high-king whose wisdom guides all. Journeys to the ends of the world, fantastic creatures, betrayals, heroic deeds, and friendships won and lost all come together in an unforgettable world of magic. So join a prince as he fights for his crown.

The Spiderwick Chronicles, based on the series of the same name, by Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black.

It all started with a mysterious letter left at a tiny bookstore for authors Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black. Its closing lines: "We just want people to know about this. The stuff that has happened to us could happen to anyone." Little could they imagine the remarkable adventure that awaited them as they followed Jared, Simon, and Mallory Grace and a strange old book into a world filled with elves, goblins, dwarves, trolls, and a fantastical menagerie of other creatures. The oddest part is in entering that world, they didn't leave this one!

 

Magazines Available From the Library:

Horizons magazine provides information, inspiration and education from the perspectives of women who are committed to Christ, the church and faithful discipleship. Horizons brings current issues dealing with family life, the mission of the church and the challenges of culture and society to its readers. Interviews, feature articles, Bible study resources and departments offer help and insight for up-to-date, day-to-day concerns of the church and individual Christians.

 

Presbyterians Today is the award-winning general-interest magazine of the Presbyterian  Church (U.S.A.). Published 10 times a year, it explores practical issues of faith and life, tells stories of Presbyterians who are living their faith, and covers a wide range of church news and activities. Presbyterians Today features easy-to-understand articles about what Presbyterians believe, Bible study and devotional helps, and provocative commentary on the church's role in society.

 

Christianity Today magazine, provided by ChristianityToday.com, provides evangelical thought leaders a sense of community, coherence, and direction through thoughtful, biblical commentary on issues and through careful, caring reporting of the news.