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 CLOSED SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11 - SAUERKRAUT FESTIVAL WHAT'S NEW Recommended New Releases: 10/7: The Hitchhikers - C. Stevens Alice and Tom meet two young hitchhikers down on their luck and offer them a ride. But Simon and Jenny aren’t what they seem. They’ve left a trail of blood, destruction, and madness behind them. House of Two Pharaohs - W. Smith As Taita works to track down the new and dangerous threat, his enemy has another plan: to draw Taita in and ultimately destroy him so they can become the true guide of Egypt's fortunes, the Dark Pharaoh. The Second Chance Cinema - T. Weiss A magical theater atop a cobblestone path alters what a couple knows about themselves and each other in this scintillating debut brimming with nostalgia and life-affirming wonder. Shadow Ticket - T. Pynchon Before P.I. McTaggert knows it, he’s been shanghaied onto a transoceanic liner, ending up eventually in Hungary where there’s no shoreline, a language from some other planet, and enough pastry to see any cop well into retirement - and of course no sign of the runaway cheese heiress he’s supposed to be chasing.
10/14: All That We See or Seem - K. Liu A brand-new series following former “orphan hacker” Julia Z as she is thrust into a highstakes adventure where she must use her AI-whispering skills to unravel a virtual reality mystery, rescue a kidnapped dream artist, and confront the blurred lines between technology, selfhood, and the power of shared dreams. Bog Queen - A. North When a body is found in a bog in northwest England, Agnes, an American forensic anthropologist, is called to investigate. But this body is not like any she's ever seen. Though its bones prove it was buried more than two thousand years ago, it is almost completely preserved. O, Deadly Night - V. Delaney Shop owner Merry Wilkinson has decided to decorate her Christmas float as Santa’s elves' workshop and invite her landlady, Mabel D’Angelo, to help supervise the excited children playing the elves. But when Mrs. D’Angelo doesn’t show up, Merry begins to worry. The Tourists - C. Reich A heart-stopping thriller about a man who returns to a life of espionage to save the woman he loves and the City of Light. 10/21: Bad, Bad Girl - G. Jen An engrossing, blisteringly funny-sad autobiographical novel tracing a tumultuous motherdaughter relationship in a Chinese immigrant family. The Best American Short Stories 2025 - selected by C. Ng Celeste Ng, Pushcart Prize winner and bestselling author, selects twenty stories out of thousands that represent the best examples of the form published this year. The Land of Sweet Forevers: stories and essays - H. Lee From one of America’s most beloved authors, a posthumous collection of newly discovered short stories and previously published essays and magazine pieces, offering a fresh perspective on the remarkable literary mind of Harper Lee.
10/28: After That, the Dark - A. Klaven In this newest entry in Andrew Klavan’s bestselling Cameron Winter series, the ex-spy turned English professor finds love - and murder. The Bone Thief - V. Lillie When a Native teenager vanishes from her small town - a place with dark ties to an elite historical society - archaeologist Syd Walker is called to investigate. C is for Courting - S. Gray Four English-raised siblings return to their grandparents’ Ohio community with plans to become Amish - but discover, one by one, that even the simple life has its complications. Calling All Blessings - B. Jenkins A heartwarming novel of buried family trauma, self-discovery, and forgiveness in the small fictional Town of Henry Adams, Kansas. The Devil is a Southpaw - B. Hobson A haunting, unforgettable novel of obsession, pride, and forgiveness, exploring the friendship and rivalry between two gifted boys in harrowing circumstances. The Last Death of the Year - S. Hannah A brilliant Belgian detective rings in the New Year with a chilling murder investigation on a Greek island in this holiday mystery. The Tin Men - N. Demille At a top-secret Army training facility in the Mojave Desert, Special Agents Scott Brodie and Maggie Taylor plunge into a deadly web of military intrigue, AI technology, and robot soldiers as they unravel the shocking murder of a senior scientist. Wreck - C. Newman If you loved Rocky and her family on vacation on Cape Cod, wait until you join them at home two years later. And if this is your first meeting with this crew, get ready to laugh, cry, and relate. Our Patrons Recommended: All the Wrong Places - J. Fielding Four women - friends, family, rivals - turn to online dating for companionship, only to find
themselves in the crosshairs of a tech-savvy killer using an app to target his victims. The Bad Daughter - J. Fielding Robin turned her back on her father when he married her best friend. Her father, his second wife, and his twelve-year-old stepdaughter have been shot. It seems that everyone - Robin’s mercurial sister, her less-than-communicative nephew, her absent brother, and even Tara, her father’s wife - has something to hide. The Couple Next Door - S. Lapena A domestic suspense debut about a young couple and their apparently friendly neighbors - a twisty, rollercoaster ride of lies, betrayal, and the secrets between husbands and wives. Culpability - B. Holsinger Culpability explores a world newly shaped by chatbots, autonomous cars, drones, and other nonhuman forces in ways that are thrilling, challenging, and unimaginably provocative. The Housekeeper - J. Fielding Elyse is an energetic and attractive widow, perfect for the job of caring for Jodi's aging parents. While her father is initially resistant, he soon warms to Elyse’s engaging ways - and Jodi watches as she takes over their lives. The Last House Guest - M. Miranda This is a smart, twisty read with a strong female protagonist determined to make her own way in the world. The summer after a wealthy young summer guest dies under suspicious circumstances, her best friend lives under a cloud of grief and suspicion. The Next Accident - L. Gardner A desperate manhunt ensues for a killer who preys upon his victims’ minds - just before he claims their lives.
CHILDREN Toddler Time Storytime for children 2 and 3 years and their caregiver. Tuesdays 10:30 - 11:00 am. 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. Enjoy great books for babies and 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 Storytime for 4 and 5 years including kindergarten. Thursdays 10:30 - 11:00 am. 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. 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 here at the library. *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! Wear Your Costumes to Storytime! The week of October 27, we encourage our storytime friends to wear their favorite costumes to Toddlers on October 28, Babies on October 29, and Preschool Storytime on October 30. Preschool Storytime will have a costume parade inside the library at the end of storytime.
Homework Help with Jacob George Looking for a quiet space where your child can get homework help, ask questions, and get support before the weekend? We've got you covered! Drop-in sessions begin Thursday, September 18 and meet weekly until Thursday, October 9 from 4 - 6 pm. Here's what to expect: • Academic support for students K-12 from a licensed Intervention Specialist • Friendly, welcoming environment in our library • Access to resources, books, and knowledgeable staff No registration is needed - just drop in and get help when you need it! It's that simple! Mini Pumpkin Decorating Contest (open to all ages, while supplies last) Stop by starting Wednesday, October 1 to pick up a faux pumpkin. You can decorate this pumpkin however you'd like (a book character would be a great choice!). Be sure to bring it back by Monday, October 20 to enter the contest. You can view and vote for your favorite pumpkin beginning Wednesday, October 29 - Wednesday, November 5. Winners will be notified on Thursday, November 6. Hisey Fall Festival Stop by Hisey Park (on Middletown Road) on Saturday, October 4 from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm where will have a craft for kids and information about our upcoming events! It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown - Interactive Movie Kits Visit the pumpkin patch with the Peanuts gang, available beginning Monday, October 13. Pick up a movie kit at the front desk, available while supplies last. DVDs are available for check out. Each kit has activities and snacks for 4 people.
Kids Art Class Monday, October 20, join us as we draw a fall tree from a different perspective! For grades K-5 from 4:15 - 5 pm. All materials will be supplied. This class is a collaboration with the Waynesville Arts Council. Registration begins Monday, October 6. Wicked: For Good Release Party Wednesday, October 29 - come by anytime between 4:00 and 6:00 pm to celebrate everything Wicked and The Wizard of Oz in anticipation of the “Wicked: For Good” movie coming out at the end of November. Dive into the land of Oz with themed crafts, enjoy themed treats, and take photos at our photo opportunity. You're guaranteed a fantastic time. Costumes are welcome (for all ages)! While you're here, enjoy our Wicked/Wizard of Oz - themed display case. Be a Kid Librarian Calling all 1st - 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! Early Readers Kindergarten Book Club Meets on Thursday, October 16 from 4:00 - 4:45 pm. This group will meet monthly to read books, do activities, and build reading skills. This club will not teach children to read, but is meant to introduce them to great books and build excitement about books and reading. This book club is full. Questions, contact Cathy Ruth at ruthca@marylcook.com. Chapters Book Club (grades 1 - 2) Meets on Tuesday, October 14 from 4:00 - 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. This book club is full. Questions, contact Kathleen Welch at welchka@marylcook.com.
Rapid Readers Book Club (grades 3 - 5) Meets on Tuesday, October 21 from 4:00 - 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. This book club is full. Questions, contact Kathleen Welch at welchka@marylcook.com. 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. Talk to your family and friends and share our post. Visit ohioimaginationlibrary.org to register. Warren County Imagination Library is funded in part by Mary L. Cook Public Library. If you need assistance in registering your child, please contact us and we will help.
ADULT "Figures of Speech" Custom Figurines We invite you to join us in the Studio as we immortalize a character from your favorite piece of literature as a custom packaged figurine! Contact us at: thestudio@marylcook.com to make your appointment. * For all ages (5 and up). Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. . October Take and Make Pet Ghost Jars For ages 16 and up. Create a spooky friend with this take-and-make kit. Pick up starting Wednesday, October 1 while supplies last.
Paint Party at the Library with Cheryl Kerns Saturday, October 4 from 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. Join us at the library for another paint party! Join Cheryl Kerns with Paint Your Party LLC to create a fall-themed painting. No art experience is necessary, as Cheryl will walk you through a step-by-step process, and at the end of the program, you will leave the library with a masterpiece. This is a free program; however, we will require a $10 deposit upon registration that will be returned to you on the day of the event (you must be listed as the person attending to receive the deposit back). IN PERSON registration for this event began Friday, September 19. "Getting Reel" Film Club For adults (ages 18 and up). It's like a book club but for movies! Join Nathanael and other cinephiles in lively and constructive discussions as you sample movies through the genres and decades. Registration begins Monday, October 6. Upon registration, pick up your first movie at the front desk. The first meeting is Monday, October 20 at 5:30 pm. *Please note these films may contain mature content or themes and vary in their ratings. As such, this program is only for patrons ages 18 and up. Crochet Class 1st and 4th Tuesdays from 5:30 - 6:30 pm through December 2 Ages 10 - adults; ages 10 -12 must be accompanied by a caregiver. October dates are October 7 and 28. Yarn and crochet hooks are provided to attendees. Every week, we will expand on the skills learned to have a completed project by the end. There will be 3 projects to choose from, ranging in difficulty (dishcloth, ear warmer, and a cowl). This class is currently full. Rootfinders - No October Meeting No meeting this month; the library is closed during the Sauerkraut Festival.
Genre Exploration Book Club Tuesday, October 21 from 5:30 - 6:15 pm It's our first birthday! We are celebrating with light refreshments and meeting to discuss "The Chaperone" by Laura Moriarty. Blending Green and Black Teas Saturday, October 25 from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm (for ages 18 and up) Join local herbalist Kendra Bean for an interactive one-hour workshop to learn how to blend herbs with black and green teas to create your own unique, flavorful brews. Each participant will make and leave with a handcrafted blend using techniques learned in class. Sign ups begin October 6. Ornament Paint Party at the Library with Cheryl Kerns Join us at the library for another paint party! On Saturday, November 1st, from 11:00 am-12:00 pm, join us and Cheryl Kerns with Paint Your Party LLC to create a holiday ornament. No art experience is necessary, as Cheryl will walk you through a step-by-step process, and at the end of the program, you will leave the library with a beautiful Highland cow hand painted ornament. This is a free program and all supplies will be provided; however, we will require a $10 deposit upon registration that will be returned to you on the day of the event (you must be listed as the person attending to receive the deposit back). IN PERSON registration for this event will begin on Wednesday, October 15th. 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.
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. TEEN For Teens in 6th-12th grade: No registration required. Join us after school at the library for food, fun, and friends on Tuesdays from 3 - 4 pm in the Community Room! Tuesday the 7th - Nintendo Switch and Board Games Tuesday the 14th - Bingo Tuesday the 21st - Rock Painting Tuesday the 28th - Trivia: Halloween Quiz Anime and Manga Club Stop in for anime-related crafts and games, try Japanese snacks, and watch anime. No registration required. Every first Thursday of the month from 3 -4 pm in the Community Room. This month's meeting is on Thursday, October 2. Dungeons & Dragons Create characters, roleplay in adventures, and discover the world of Dungeons & Dragons! Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month from 3 -4 pm in the Community Room. No experience necessary. Registration required - please call or stop in to sign up. This month's meetings are on Wednesday, October 8 and 22.
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