Imagining Black Futures: Young Artists Envision Afrofuturism

Submission Deadline: Dec. 2

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2023 Annual Report

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CALS – Off The Shelf – November 2024

Off the Shelf features new releases in both physical and digital media, exhibitions, and highlights larger system-wide programs. We hope this publication serves our patrons by providing current news about our collection–

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On Childhood Migration from Central America: In Conversation with Javier Zamora

Tune in for a special conversation with New York Times bestselling author Javier Zamora as he chats with us about his riveting tale of survival and perseverance as told in his award-winning memoir Solito.

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Native Rights and Culture in Fiction: A Conversation with Mona Susan Power

You’re invited to join us as Mona Susan Power chats about her newest novel A Council of Dolls. This conversation highlights how her work explores Native Rights and Native American culture.

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Small Business Saturday: Celebrate with Rock It! Lab's River Shop Pop-Up!

Let’s make this Small Business Saturday a day to remember! Join us for a day filled with local flavor, incredible finds, and a vibrant spirit of community.

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The Normal Noises: A Tribute to Tom Petty

“Damn the Torpedoes” and join us Friday, December 6th at 8:00 p.m. for a celebration of Tom Petty with The Normal Noises!

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Holiday Open House: Celebrating 20 Years of McMath Library

Celebrate 20 years of the McMath Library! Join us for a festive holiday event featuring a tree lighting, holiday treats, and more. Let’s honor two decades of serving the community together.

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Top Ten Things to Do in November!

November gets off to an exciting start with our annual Day of the Dead/Día de Muertos celebration on Friday, November 1. Join us at Library Square and the Ron Robinson Theater alley from 5:30-8:30PM for a parade,

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The Next Chapter: A Vision for the New Main Library

Renovations at CALS Main Library are in full swing! Follow along with the progress as we add more light through added windows, a better flow for patrons, and a 70% increased footprint for children and teens. From highlights to history, this page answers all the questions you might have about Main and more. Use your mouse to control the 360º video so you can see the entire building.

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Big Library Read

The Big Library Read runs from November 7-21. Download the Libby app from our Digital Library page and have books delivered free to your device. All you need is your CALS card number and PIN. This month you can read Montgomery and the Case of the Golden Key by Tracy Occomy Crowder. No waitlist. No holds.