October Staff Picks

Fall is here and if you are looking for some great books and movies to settle in with, perhaps along with a cup of hot cider and a cozy blanket, the staff at Crawfordsville District Public Library have recommendations covering stories that are chilling to heartwarming. Scream (1996) Best spooky movie for a fall night […]

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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

September 15 marks the beginning of National Hispanic Heritage Month, which continues through October 15th. Originally a weeklong celebration instituted by President Lyndon B. Johnson, Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the rich, diverse cultures of the Latino community and recognizes their indispensable contributions to the United States. Although every year, Latino Americans proudly participate and use […]

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September Staff Picks

September is National Library Card Month, and our staff has many recommendations of wonderful books and more that you can check out with your library card! All these staff picks are on display on the first floor of the library throughout September. Many are available digitally on our Libby app as well! The Unofficial Princess […]

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August Staff Picks

No matter what genre you love, the staff at Crawfordsville District Public Library have a reading recommendation for you this month. All these staff picks are on display on the first floor of the library throughout August and may be checked out with your library card and many are available digitally on our Libby app […]

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Everything Dogs

Man’s best friend is celebrated every year in August. Dogs provide unlimited joy and companionship, wagging tails, and wet kisses. I can remember all the dogs that have blessed my life throughout the years, and I thought we all should give our thanks to our furry friends. CDPL currently has a book display on “Everything […]

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Picture This

A picture is worth a thousand words. This month, see what these photography books have to say. From daguerreotypes to digital cameras, enjoy snapshots of other’s lives, and the moments which, in the blink of an eye, they decided to preserve forever. The accessibility and immediacy of photography are important to its success as a […]

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