Mary Kelly is an adult services librarian currently based at the Austintown and Michael Kusalaba branch libraries. She’s a big fan of all things mystery and thriller. When she’s not at the library, she enjoys walking her dogs, practicing yoga and true crime podcasts.
February 20 is National Love Your Pet Day! As we brave the cold dog days of winter, let’s curl up and celebrate our favorite furry, feathered or scaled four-legged creatures! February 20 is National Love Your Pet Day and this list of Library resources can provide some unique tips and tricks to party with our… read more >>
Hanukkah is just around the corner! It’s time to get out the schmaltz and start frying up some delicious latkes! No, latkes aren’t just hash browns and yes, they will be the best thing you have ever eaten. This is a European Jewish (Ashkenazi) dish that is essential for any good Hanukkah celebration. Even though you think “potato” when you hear latke, there are many… read more >>
Realize that small changes overall are easier than drastically changing everything all at once. Small changes add up to a big difference over time. Good luck and have fun! Some ways to reduce food waste are included in the list below: When you buy fresh fruits and veggies, prioritize a spot for them so they… read more >>
August is National Peach Month! Celebrate by learning a few facts about peaches or checking out a peach related title from our collection! Peaches are members of the rose family, like the plum and apricot. They are also categorized as a “drupe” which a fruit with a hard stone in their center. They are good… read more >>
Upcycle your old shirts to a machine washable toy for your pooch! We are going to cut strips out of our once loved t-shirts and braid them together for an easy DIY dog toy. Mix and match different colors or keep it all the same! You will need: Old T-shirts (I used 3) Scissors Step… read more >>
This week’s cooking video is a throwback. Ambrosia salad looks more like a dessert than a typical leafy salad, but it is a vintage favorite of summer picnics and barbecues! First known recipes of ambrosia salad date as far back as 1867, when citrus fruit was becoming more available. Recipes were often oranges and fresh pineapple layered together with sugar. In Greek… read more >>
There is no better place to celebrate reading and writing than the library! The following list highlights some of the most famous and interesting libraries across the world. Click on the links to explore them further! The Library of Congress Perhaps the most famous library in America, the Library of Congress is one of… read more >>
Over the last few months, we have realized how quickly our circumstances can change. Our routines and habits can be disrupted, leaving us to come up with creative ways to adapt. One of the most common changes has been the change to our workout routines. As fitness centers, studios and gyms closed, people have had… read more >>