April 18, 2013 | sobczakd
Autism spectrum disorders: what every parent needs to know by editors, Alan I. Rosenblatt, Paul S. Carbone ; with Winnie Yu
The autistic brain: thinking across the spectrum by Temple Grandin and Richard Panek
The spark: a mother's story of nuturing genius by Kristine Barnett
Autism, the invisible cord: a sibling's diary by Barbara Cain
April 15, 2013 | sobczakd
Please join the Adult Contemporary Book Discussion Group on Monday, May 20 at 7:00 PM in the Purple Room to discuss:
In the presence of my enemies by Gracia Burnham, with Dean Merrill — A gripping true story of American missionaries Martin and Gracia Burnham’s year as hostages in the Philippine jungle, was a New York Times best seller and has sold nearly 350,000 copies. Now releasing in trade softcover for the first time, this updated edition has a new look and contains never-before-published information on the capture and trial of the Burnhams’ captors; Gracia’s secret return trip to the Philippines; and updates on recent events in Gracia’s life, ministry, and family.
April 10, 2013 | sobczakd
The Canton Public Library is proud to welcome Michigan's premier big band group, The Paul Keller Quartet, for a night of swing music from the fabulous 40s on Thursday, May 2 at 7:00 PM in the Community Room. So put on your jitterbug shoes and get ready to jam to some boogie-woogie beats under the twinkling lights. This program is funded through the Savvy Seniors/Providence Community Relations Grant. Refreshments provided. No registration required.
March 18, 2013 | sobczakd
Please join the Adult Contemporary Book Discussion Group on Monday, April 15 at 7:00 PM in the Purple Room to discuss:
The cat's table by Michael Ondaatje. The story follows 11-year-old Michael as he immerses himself in the hidden corners and relationships of a temporary floating world, overcoming its physical boundaries with the expanse of his imagination. The boy's companions at the so-called cat's table, where the ship’s unconnected strays dine together, become his friends and teachers, each leading him closer to the key that unlocks the Oronsay's mystery decades later.
February 18, 2013 | sobczakd
Please join the Adult Contemporary Book Discussion Group on Monday, March 18, 2013 at 7:00 PM in the Purple Room to discuss with the author via Skype:
Say Nice Things About Detroit by Scott Lasser. Twenty-five years after his high school graduation, David Halpert returns to a place that most people flee. But David is making his own escape—from his divorce and the death of his son. In Detroit, David learns about the double shooting of his high school girlfriend Natalie and her black half-brother, Dirk. As David becomes involved with Natalie’s sister, he will discover that both he and his hometown have reasons to hope.
February 13, 2013 | sobczakd
We are celebrating National Library Week at the Canton Public Library with a special writing contest! All ages and resident/nonresident patrons are eligible to participate. The goal is to create a funny, original, unpublished opening sentence to the worst imaginary novel ever written. CPL's "It was a Dark and Stormy Night" bad-writing contest will receive entries during National Library Week, beginning 9:00 AM April 14 through 9:00 PM April 20. One winner will be selected. The rules are simple: submit your entry (inappropriate situations or language will be disqualified) online or in-person at the Adult Help Desk with your name and contact information. The winner will be contacted by April 30 and have a week to claim a prize. Good luck to all our participants!
February 4, 2013 | sobczakd
The American Kennel Club named 2012's most popular breeds. Is your dog on the list? Don't forget to watch the Westminster Dog Show on February 12. 
January 17, 2013 | sobczakd
Please join the Adult Contemporary Book Group on Monday, February 18 at 7:00 PM in the Purple Room to discuss:
Killing Lincoln: the shocking assassination that changed America forever by Bill O'Reilly and Martin Dugard — The host of The O'Reilly Factor recounts one of the most dramatic events in American history, the assassination of Abraham Lincoln, our 16th president. On the night of Good Friday, April 14, 1865 just 5 days after General Robert E. Lee of the Confederate Army surrendered to Ulysses S. Grant of the Union Army, President Lincoln was assassinated at the Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C. by John Wilkes Booth, an acclaimed stage actor of his time. First, read this book and feel like you're there. Then join us for our discussion. And watch the movie scheduled to air on the National Geographic Channel in February.
December 22, 2012 | sobczakd
December 17, 2012 | sobczakd
Please join the Adult Contemporary Book Group on Monday, January 21, 2013 at 7:00 PM in the Community Room to discuss:
Plainsong by Kent Haruf — In a small prairie town on the very edge of the Colorado plains, the lives of 8 lonely characters undergo a radical change during the course of one year in an unforgettable way.
