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First Day of School Reads
Are you getting ready for your very first day of school? Here are 25 picture books just for you.
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Aug 25th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Goal Tracking Punch Cards
Aug 26th | 3:00pm - 4:30pm
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Kids Staff Picks (August 2026)
Kids and parents, check out our latest picks for good reading.
Boom, Crack, Rumble! Stormy Days: Books for Kids
Stay dry with these delightful picture books during our next bad weather day!
America at 250: Picture Books
Learn more about the people, places, laws, and events that have shaped our history. Recommended for readers ages 0 to 8.
Kids Staff Picks (August 2026)
Kids and parents, check out our latest picks for good reading.
Boom, Crack, Rumble! Stormy Days: Books for Kids
Stay dry with these delightful picture books during our next bad weather day!
America at 250: Picture Books
Learn more about the people, places, laws, and events that have shaped our history. Recommended for readers ages 0 to 8.
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Teens at CPL
Teen Staff Picks (July 2026)
Check out our latest staff favorites for teen reading.
Teen Books for the Anthony Bourdain Biopic
The Anthony Bourdain biopic comes out in August 2026, so here are some teen books about cooking to whet your appetite.
Back to School: Top Picks for Incoming Freshmen
In celebration of the Back to School season, Cordiah recommends her top picks for freshmen.
Teen Staff Picks (July 2026)
Check out our latest staff favorites for teen reading.
Teen Books for the Anthony Bourdain Biopic
The Anthony Bourdain biopic comes out in August 2026, so here are some teen books about cooking to whet your appetite.
Back to School: Top Picks for Incoming Freshmen
In celebration of the Back to School season, Cordiah recommends her top picks for freshmen.
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