I was out sick last week, so unfortunately we didn’t get a Staff Picks list. But don’t worry, we’re back with another batch of exciting events, books, shows and more to keep you entertained! – Sean Farrell
Spring Into Summer: Art & Authors on Dune
This Saturday (5/30) from 9am to 3pm take a stroll through the Avalon business district on Dune Drive to meet authors and artists from around the region who will be stationed in and around the town’s shops and restaurants showcasing their work! Whether you’re looking to admire some art, discover a new book, or chat with some talented creators, this celebration of creativity is certain to spark your imagination! – SF
The Boroughs
Probably because it’s executive produced by the Duffer Brothers, Netflix’s new series The Boroughs is being unfairly compared to Stranger Things. Sure, it’s about a group of friends, this time all retirees, being made to face off with supernatural beings and shady conspiracies, but in the episodes that I’ve seen so far, this show seems more interested in the characters and their inner lives than it’s more bombastic forebear. With an excellent cast, compelling mystery, genuinely tense moments, and a strong emotional core, this promises to be one of the year’s standout series. – SF
The Memory Gardener by Meg Donohue
This sweet story has just the right touch of magical realism. After recently losing her mother, Lucy takes a gardening job at an assisted-living facility in her childhood hometown. But Lucy doesn’t just work with plants. She has an uncanny ability to transport garden admirers to a long-forgotten memory by inviting them to smell the flowers. But does this ability help or hurt? And will anything help the residents of this somber home? Fans of uplifting and emotional stories will enjoy the way this tugs on the heartstrings! – Kara Buono
Blue Morpho by Ed O’Brien
The latest solo album from Radiohead guitarist Ed O’Brien is filled to the brim with lush atmospherics and pleasantly mellow vibes. Guitars, percussion, strings, nature sounds, and soft electronic flourishes all combine to produce a sonic experience that seems tailor made for lounging in the yard on a beautiful day. – SF
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Wondering what other libraries you can access to widen your selection of material on Libby? This free website is building a database to help you do just that! It’s still a work in progress, but it promises to be an invaluable resource for library users! – SF
Art & Authors photo by Jade Stephens on Unsplash.
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