Happy Halloween!

Ever wondered about the history of this tradition? Then take a look at:

• Halloween: The Fantasy and Folklore of All Hallows
• Halloween: Ancient Origins

The library staff wishes you all a safe and wonderful Halloween!

Wed, Oct. 29th: Community Over Cider

Don't miss visiting the library from 12:30-2:00 on Wed. 10/29 to celebrate Halloween/Harvest. Spine-chilling displays, contests with prizes, ghoulish treats (maybe some tricks), retro games. All are welcome ... if you dare!

Chemistry can be fun!

Don't just take our word for it - take a look at these:

Better looking, better living, better loving: How chemistry can help you achieve life's goals (2007);


The cartoon guide to chemistry (2005);



The joy of chemistry: The amazing science of familiar things (2005);



Why there's antifreeze in your toothpaste: The chemistry of household ingredients (2008); and


Crime scene chemistry for the armchair sleuth (2007).

October Displays

Fall is in the air! We invite you to take a brisk walk to the library and see our new displays:

• Election 2008
• Hispanic Heritage Month
• Connecticut Firsts

Philosophy can be fun!

Take a look at these books from the "Popular Culture and Philosophy" series:

Harry Potter and Philosophy: If Aristotle Ran Hogwarts (2004);



The Lord of the Rings and Philosophy: One Book to Rule Them All (2003);



The Matrix and Philosophy: Welcome to the Desert of the Real (2002);



Seinfeld and Philosophy: A Book About Everything and Nothing (2000);



The Simpsons and Philosophy: The D'Oh! of Homer (2001);




The Sopranos and Philosophy: I Kill Therefore I Am (2004); and



Star Wars and Philosophy: More Powerful Than You Can Possibly Imagine (2005).