HOURS Library Pick-up Lockers and Book Drop are available 24/7 Monday through Thursday 9 am - 7 pm Friday 9 am - 5 pm Saturday 10 am - 2 pm Closing December 31 at 5 pm Closed January 1 Closed January 20 - Staff Work Day THANK YOU, Friends! The Friends Annual Holiday Auction The Friends of the Mary L. Cook Public Library Holiday Auction was an enormous success! This fundraiser has grown to be more than just wreaths to be auctioned; this year we had candles, jewelry, bikes, artwork, pottery and bears, oh my! The silent auction brought bidders coming from all over the area to view and bid on these wonderful items. We would like to thank the following businesses and individuals for their donations: Anissa’s Personal Creations, Grandma's Gardens, Lemonwood Soap Co., Touch of Heaven, Mitchell’s Plumbing, The McClinchys, Jamie Gabbard, John Boyd Heating & Cooling, Butter Churn Cafe, Linda Morgan, Healing Heart Cottage, Delicious Details By Donna, Yarn-acious Pages of MLC, Caesar Creek Animal Clinic, LCNB, T.A.X.E.S , Grace & Mae Boutique, Cathy Bowersox, Crosscut Design Studio, Debbie Ronald, Buckeye Charm, Sweet Dew Bakery, Kaptured by Kerstyn, Megan’s Candles, Art Expressions, TMB Woodworks, Simple Roots, Balanced Wellbeing Acupuncture, Therapeutic Massage of Waynesville, Darren Goodman, Sunsprouts Café, Pam Campbell, Schmidt Autocare, Gregg E. Smith Pottery, Marilyn Marht, Museum at the Friends Home, The Peddler House, Cheryl Wallace, DigiStitch, Waynesville Candy Shop, Peoples Bank, Ninety Six Leather - Brandon Lowery, Scentsy - Desiree Osborn, Big Tree Plantation and Michelle Weaver. Thank you for all your support! We would also like to say thanks you to our Friends of the Library auction committee for all that they do to make this auction a success! Recommended New Releases January 7: The Heart of Winter - J. Evison Abe Winter and Ruth Warneke were never meant to be together - at least if you ask
Ruth. Yet their catastrophic blind date in college evolved into a seventy-year marriage and a life on a farm on Bainbridge Island with their hens and beloved Labrador, Megs. Through the years, the Winters have fallen in and out of lockstep, and from their haunting losses and guarded secrets, a dependable partnership has been forged. The Life of Herod the Great - Z. Hurston In the 1950s, as a continuation of Moses, Man of the Mountain, Zora Neale Hurston penned a historical novel about one of the most infamous figures in the Bible, Herod the Great. In Hurston’s retelling, Herod is not the wicked ruler of the New Testament who is charged with the “slaughter of the innocents,” but a forerunner of Christ - a beloved king who enriched Jewish culture and brought prosperity and peace to Judea. A Sea of Unspoken Things - A. Young James and Johnny Golden were once inseparable. For as long as she can remember, James shared an almost supernatural connection with her twin brother, Johnny, that went beyond intuition - she could feel what he was feeling. So, when Johnny is killed in a tragic accident, James knows before her phone even rings that her brother is gone and that she’s alone - truly alone - for the first time in her life. The Stolen Queen - F. Davis The night of the gala: One of the Egyptian art collection’s most valuable artifacts goes missing, and there are signs Hathorkare’s legendary curse might be reawakening. Annie and Charlotte team up to search for the missing antiquity, and a desperate hunch leads the unlikely duo to one place Charlotte swore she’d never return: Egypt. But if they have any hope of finding the artifact, Charlotte will need to confront the demons of her past - which may mean leading them both directly into danger. January 14: Beautiful Ugly - A. Feeney Grady calls his wife to share some exciting news as she is driving home. He hears Abby slam on the brakes, get out of the car, then nothing. When he eventually finds her car by the cliff edge the headlights are on, the driver door is open, her phone is still there. . . but his wife has disappeared. Death of the Author - N. Okorator Disabled, disinclined to marry, and more interested in writing than a lucrative career in medicine or law, Zelu has always felt like the outcast of her large Nigerian family. Then her life is upended when, in the middle of her sister’s lavish Caribbean wedding, she’s unceremoniously fired from her university job and, to add insult to injury, her novel is rejected by yet another publisher. With her career and dreams crushed in one fell swoop, she decides to write something just for herself. What comes out is nothing like the quiet, literary novels that have so far peppered her unremarkable career. It’s a farfuture epic where androids and AI wage war in the grown-over ruins of human civilization. She calls it Rusted Robots. The Last Room on the Left - L. Konen As Kerry hunkers down in a blizzard, she spots something through the window: a pale
arm peeking out from a heap of snow. Trapped in the mountains and alone with a dead, frozen body, Kerry must keep her head and make it out before the killer comes for her too. But is the deadly game of cat-and-mouse all in her mind? The body count begs to differ. . More or Less Maddy - L Genova Maddy Banks is just like any other stressed-out freshman at NYU. Between schoolwork, exams, navigating life in the city, and a recent breakup, it’s normal to be feeling overwhelmed. It doesn’t help that she’s always felt like the odd one out in her pictureperfect Connecticut family. But Maddy’s latest low is devastatingly low, and she goes on an antidepressant. She begins to feel good, dazzling in fact, and she soon spirals high into a wild and terrifying mania that culminates in a diagnosis of bipolar disorder. January 21: Better Than Friends - J. Shalvis Old flames reignite in Sunrise Cove in this charming enemies-to-lovers, second-chance, small-town, forced-proximity love story about family, friendships, and true love. Boudicca - P. Cast Roman tax collector Catus Decianus, expecting weakness in a female ruler, launches a devastating attack on the tribe’s stronghold. Boudicca and her family barely survive— but they refuse to bend the knee. She calls a war council, bringing together her most trustworthy allies, including her childhood friend Rhan, now a powerful Druid seer, and the horse master Maldwyn, whose devotion to Boudicca runs deeper than a warrior to a queen. A Death in Diamonds - S. Bennett 1957 - A young woman is found dead in a mews house a mile from Buckingham Palace, wearing only silk underwear and a a diamond tiara. An older man is discovered nearby, garrotted and pierced through the eye with a long, sharp implement. According to the police, a high society card game was going on downstairs. Let's Call Her Barbie - R. Rosen When Ruth Handler walks into the boardroom of the toy company she co-founded and pitches her idea for a doll unlike any other, she knows what she’s setting in motion. It might just take the world a moment to catch up. Onyx Storm - R. Yarros Violet must journey beyond the failing Aretian wards to seek allies from unfamiliar lands to stand with Navarre. The trip will test every bit of her wit, luck, and strength, but she will do anything to save what she loves - her dragons, her family, her home, and him. January 28: Been Wrong So Long It Feels Right - W. Mosley Joe King Oliver’s beloved Grandma B has found a tumor, and at her age, treatment is
high-risk. She’s lived life fully and without regrets, and now has only a single, dying wish: to see her long-lost son. King has been estranged from his father, Chief Odin Oliver, since he was a young boy. He swore to never speak to the man again when he was taken away in handcuffs. But now, Grandma B’s pure ask has opened King’s heart, and through his hunt, he gains a deeper understanding of his father as a complicated, righteous man - a man defined by women, a man protected by women, a man he wants to know. Although Chief was released from prison years ago, he’s been living underground ever since. Now, King must not only find his father, but prove his innocence, and protect the future of his entire family. Blob - M. Su The blob is no ordinary pet. Becoming increasingly sentient, it begins to grow, shift shape, and obey Vi’s commands. As the entity continues to change, Vi is struck with a daring idea: she’ll mold the creature into her ideal partner. Feeding it a stream of sweet breakfast cereals and American pop culture, the creature grows into a movie-star handsome white man. But when Vi’s desire to be loved unconditionally threatens to spiral out of control, she is forced to confront her lonely childhood, her aloof exboyfriend, and the racial marginalization that has defined her relationships - a journey of self-discovery that teaches her it’s impossible to control those you love. The Crash - F. McFadden Stranded in rural Maine with a dead car and broken ankle, Tegan worries she's made a terrible mistake. Then a miracle occurs: she is rescued by a couple who offers her a room in their warm cabin until the snow clears. But something isn't right. Tegan believed she was waiting out the storm, but as time ticks by, she comes to realize she is in grave danger. This safe haven isn't what she thought it was, and staying here may have been her most deadly mistake yet. Hold Strong - R. Dugoni Determined to use her math skills on the home front, Sarah is recruited to Washington, DC, into the covert field of code breaking. When Sarah intercepts a message about a Japanese convoy, the US Navy’s mission is clear: sink the Arisan Maru and send it to the bottom of the South China Sea. Now, the lives of the two young lovers are about to inadvertently collide in one of the most shocking acts of World War II. Anchored in an extraordinary true story and breathlessly re-created, Hold Strong is a one-of-a-kind novel that explores faith, courage, survival, and coming home against insurmountable odds. CHILDREN Toddler Time Storytime for children 2 and 3 years with their caregiver. Tuesdays 10:30 - 11:00 am beginning January 7. We will read a story or two and do fun activities each program. These sessions involve caregivers as active participants. Caregivers are expected to stay with children during all sessions. No registration required. Baby Bookworms Storytime for children from birth to 2 years and their caregiver. Wednesdays
10:30 - 11:00 am beginning January 8. Enjoy great books for babies, learn fun songs and rhymes. These sessions involve caregivers as active participants. Caregivers are expected to stay with children during all sessions. No registration required. Preschool Storytimes for 4 and 5 years including kindergarten. Thursdays 10:30 - 11:00 am beginning January 9. Children will listen to stories, learn new words, sing, dance and develop their imagination. Preschool listening skills are practiced. Caregivers are not required to stay in the room during storytime. No registration required. *While the recommended ages are listed in the above children’s program descriptions, please know they are a guide and that your child(ren) may continue in the program they started in the fall even if they have a birthday during the course of the program season (September-April). We want your child to be comfortable and confident in a developmental stage appropriate program. If you have any questions, please contact Kathleen Welch or Cathy Ruth. We would be happy to talk with you and help in any way we can! Storytime Superstars for Preschool Storytime Come to storytime at the Mary L. Cook Public Library for Preschool Storytime and get a stamp. When you have 10 stamps on your Storytime Superstar card, you will earn a free book! We will keep your Storytime Superstar card at the library. Look Who’s Reading Book Club (Kindergarten) Meets on Thursday, January 16 from 4 - 4:30 pm. This group will meet monthly to read aloud and discuss the assigned book. In addition, we will engage in learning activities related to the story such a sight word practice, rhyming, and retelling. Children are encouraged to read the book (independently or with adult help) several times to be prepared for the monthly meeting. Registration is required for this book club and it is currently full. Questions, contact Cathy Ruth at ruthca@marylcook.com. Chapters Book Club (Grades 1 and 2) Meets on Tuesday, January 7 from 4 - 4:45 pm. This group will read a short chapter book a month. We will meet and start off with a snack, discuss the book and author, and do activities associated with the book. Registration is required for this book club and it is currently full. Questions, contact Kathleen Welch at welchka@marylcook.com. Rapid Readers Book Club (Grades 3 - 5) Meets on Tuesday, January 14 from 4 - 4:45 pm. This group will read a chapter book a month. The books will be a variety of genres. We will meet and start off with a snack, discuss the book and author, and do activities associated with the book. Questions, contact Kathleen Welch at welchka@marylcook.com. Be a Kid Librarian Calling all 3rd - 5th grade kids, we would love your help putting a book display together of your favorite books for other kids to enjoy! Stop by and fill out an application. We are accepting applications for January, 2025.
Creative Writing Club Calling all 4th - 6th graders, do you love to write stories? You are invited to join the library’s 6-week creative writing club where we will explore several genres of creative writing, including journaling and poetry, using writing and picture prompts to spark imagination and creativity. The club will meet Thursdays from 5:30 - 6:30 pm beginning January 9 and ending February 13. Registration began on December 16. Toy Story 4 - Interactive Movie Kits available beginning Monday, January 13. Pick up a movie kit at the front desk, available while supplies last. DVD’s are available for check out. Each kit has activities and snacks for 4 people. Art Class for Kids Join us on Monday, January 13 to make a coiled clay pot. Grades K-5 from 4:15 - 5:00 pm. Required registration began December 30. All materials will be supplied. This class is a collaboration with the Waynesville Arts Council. Jan Brett- The Mitten Thursday, January 16 from 10:30 - 11:00 am Join us for a special storytime in collaboration with Warren County Park Naturalists for a
program based around The Mitten by Jan Brett. Miss Cathy will read The Mitten. Then we will learn about mammal furs and track examples that relate to the story, as well as furs from other mammals that call Ohio home. No registration required. Drive-in Movie Dear Two, Three and Four-year-olds and a caregiver... YOU are invited to a Drive-in Movie on Tuesday, January 28 from 6 - 6:30 pm. Kids love to play with boxes, and now they can make their own little box car with help from their parents/caregivers. They will then watch a short children’s book movie in their car and have a snack before “driving” home. Register for this event beginning Monday, January 13 (513-897-4826). Boxes will be provided. What are Owl Pellets? Join us on Monday, February 3 from 4:00 - 4:45 pm to learn what they are, how to dissect them, and identify what is in them with Warren County Naturalist Shannon Pennington. For 3rd-5th graders. Registration begins on Tuesday, January 21. Stuffed Animal Sleepover Friday, February 7 from 4 pm - 4:30 pm. For ages 3 yrs. - Grade 1. Bring your favorite stuffed animal (just one please) to the library for a sleepover! Please drop off your stuffed animal between 4:00 and 4:30 pm on Friday, February 7. On Saturday, February 8 (between 10 am and 2 pm), pick up your stuffed animal and see what kind of mischief your little buddy got into at the library after dark! Required registration begins Tuesday, January 21. Waynesville Food Pantry Help support our local food pantry. Gather your donations and drop them off at MLC. Items needed: peanut butter, canned soup, individual fruit cups, tuna, canned chicken, granola bars. Read 1000 Books Before Kindergarten!
Parents: Stop at the front desk to request your 1000 books log sheet. For every 100 books your child reads they earn a free book and a sticker! When your child reaches 1000 books they will receive a free book and a certificate of achievement. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Ohio Help every child in Ohio receive the gift of a free book each month from birth to age 5. Visit ohioimaginationlibrary.org to register. Warren County Imagination Library is funded in part by Mary L. Cook Public Library. ADULT Subscribe to Our Newsletter Online Use the link below to subscribe: https://www.mlcook.lib.oh.us/content/subscribe-monthly-newsletter Take and Make Craft for Adults/Kids Beginning Monday, January 6, pick up a mini canvas and express your inner artist. Then return your canvas by January 27 to display in our mini art show through the month of February. It's a great way to bypass the winter doldrums! Rootfinders Rootfinders genealogy group will meet Saturday, January 11 at 10 am. All are welcome to attend. Registration for Solar 101 with Rob begins Monday, December 30. Stop by the front desk or call 513-897-4826 to get your name added to the list. Join Rob at the informative session about solar energy systems on Saturday, January 11 at 10:30 am to get an idea about whether
or not solar is the right choice for you. Learn how solar panels/systems function, understand energy consumption, discuss return on investment, and learn effective strategies to reduce your energy usage. There will be time for a Q&A after the informative session, so make sure you stick around to get your questions answered. Genre Exploration Book Club for Adults If you have ever wanted to expand your reading palette, this book club is the way to do it! We will be reading different genres with titles mostly coming from Adult fiction but we will sprinkle in Juvenile and Young Adult fiction. The next book is The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart Turton. We will meet on Tuesday, January 21 from 5:30 - 6:15 pm. You may stop by the front desk to pick up a book or download from Libby. Puzzle Swap/Puzzle Table No checking out! We also have a puzzle available for you to sit down and work on while visiting here at the library. TEENS For Teens in 6th - 12th grade: Join us after school at the library for food, fun and friends on Tuesdays from 3 - 4 pm in the Community Room! No registration required. Tuesday, January 7 - Nintendo Switch and Board Games Tuesday, January 14 - Bingo Tuesday, January 21 - Cotton Ball Crafts Tuesday, January 28 - Jeopardy Dungeons and Dragons : Join us for Dungeons & Dragons every second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 3 - 4 pm. Create characters, role play in adventures, and discover the world of Dungeons & Dragons! No experience is required. Registration for this event starts on Monday, December 30. We will be meeting this month on January 8 and 22.
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