What is a mind, and how do we measure intelligence? Do humans have a monopoly on consciousness? These books take us beyond the human mind to explore the intelligence that arises throughout the natural world: in oaks and in octopuses, in mockingbirds and mushrooms, often hiding in plain sight. Curated by Ashley Lewis.
Creativebug.com has thousands of award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists all free with your Ascension Parish Library card. Whether you're picking up a paintbrush, working with clay, or experimenting with fabric, these creative activities offer an opportunity to improve your crafting skills or to learn new ones. Curated by Katie Rivers.
We all leave traces of ourselves in the world: the clothes we wear, our automobiles and house fixtures, the books we read and pass along, the materials we create and transform. Material culture explores how everyday items -clothes, tools, furniture, technology - reflect the social and cultural frameworks we live in. These books reveal the hidden stories of objects and invite us to think about our material world in a new light. Curated by Ashley Lewis.
The spooky season has arrived. Let's celebrate with pumpkins, warm treats, and dressing up in your favorite eerie costumes but remember real life can be scarier than the holidays. These gripping reads confront the unsettling truth that reality can be far more terrifying than fiction. From the shadows of our past to the anxieties of modern life, each tale unearths the horrors that hide just beneath the surface of normalcy. Read about devastating disasters, catastrophes, and spine-chilling real life experiences. Curated by Katie Rivers.
Uncover the stories behind the masterpieces and art movements that have shaped human culture across centuries. From Renaissance wonders to contemporary expressions, watch art history come to life with fascinating backstories and discussions on how art continues to influence society today. Check out these movies on Kanopy and celebrate the beauty and impact of artistic creation throughout history. Curated by Katie Rivers.
Dive into the electrifying world of esports. Want to know more about your favorite games like Fortnite, League of Legends, Roblox, and more? Learn about the global competitive phenomenon behind esports. Whether you want to learn more about the electronic gaming culture or improve your skills on your favorite games, these books are the ultimate guides to the online arena. Curated by Katie Rivers.
Check out these top-rated magazines in digital format on Libby. Whether you're interested in lifestyle, travel, the great outdoors, arts and crafts, or cooking, here is a great collection of what the library has to offer on Libby. Curated by Katie Rivers.
Celebrate the library's summer reading theme Read, Renew, Repeat with these books for tweens. Discover the wonderful world of recycling and reusing often discarded materials. Learn more about starting personal gardens (check out Ascension Parish Library's new seed library!), saving the bees, and different alternative energy resources to help save this wonderful planet we call home: Earth. Curated by Katie Rivers.
Ready to start the summer reading challenge? Check out these ebooks and audiobooks from cloudLibrary. It's going to be a summer of inspiration and adventure as we learn about conservation and becoming stewards of our planet. This year's summer reading theme is Read, Renew, Repeat. Curated by Katie Rivers
Avoid brain drain and keep the kids busy this summer with these great movies from Kanopy. Enjoy storytimes, classic tales, keep up math skills, or learn a new language all available on Kanopy. Curated by Katie Rivers.
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