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Information on events, library related happenings, and other deep thoughts from our library staff.

Books with Kick

I grew up loving (and I mean LOVING) movies and TV shows that featured martial arts. Especially the original Karate Kid and the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. But, even though I was a voracious reader, I never read a single book about karate, kung fu, the art of ninja, or the honor of samurai warriors. Maybe I was lazy and didn't look for any. Maybe there weren't any available. But kids and teens today are still crazy about the martial arts. They have their own Karate Kid and TMNT. They also have Kung Fu Panda, Avatar, and Lego Ninjago. And they are lucky enough to have tons of books to feed their mania. Here's a list of great fiction featuring

CPK Library Day

Join us at California Pizza Kitchen for a flavorful FUNdraising event! Pick up an official flyer from any desk at the Hoover Public Library and present it to your CPK server on Thursday, September 27, 2012 (all day, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.). 20% of your check will be donated to the Friends of the Hoover Public Library. Purchases include dine-in, take-out, catering and all beverages!

California Pizza Kitchen
At Riverchase Galleria (Across from Belk)
3470 Galleria Circle
Hoover, AL 35244
205.444.0777

New from Alabama Author Watt Key

If you read and loved Alabama Moon, you know exactly who Watt Key is. He's an Alabama author who writes raw and riveting coming-of-age stories that appeal to both avid and reluctant readers. Alabama Moon won multiple awards, was translated into seven languages, and turned into a movie. The companion novel, Dirt Road Home, earned Mr. Key the ALLA's Author Award at the 2012 Alabama Library Association's convention here in Hoover. And his newest book, Fourmile, was released on Tuesday, September 18, 2012.

You Too Can Talk Like a Pirate

September 19, 2012 is the tenth anniversary of International Talk Like a Pirate Day. Sure, a holiday devoted to talking like pirates sounds like a goofy idea, but I think everyone needs a little goofiness now and then. There are several ways the Hoover Public Library can help you celebrate. Obviously, we have plenty of books and movies about pirates. And, yes, there will be a list of some of the newest and best at the end of this post. But I want to focus on something you may not be aware of . . . Mango Languages.

Book Buzz! Brand Spankin' New

We buzzzzzzz'ed into a new book group for 2nd and 3rd grade kids! Before talking books, we quizzed each other with riddles from the Bee-Hat-- "What do bumblebees wear on the beach? --Bee-kinis!" Then we shared our favorite characters and events from books published in 2012. Here are the recs from tonight's discussion:

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