ICYMI: July Wrap-Up
We're always sharing fun, interesting, or informational tidbits on our social media pages along with book recs for your lifelong learning goals. In case you missed any posts, here are all our July posts in one place for you to explore. At the end of this page, you'll find all the books we've recommended with links to our catalog so you can place a request with your library card!
July kicked off Park & Recreation Month. We shared a poll asking at which outdoor space would YOU choose to read?
The beach and "no thanks- you're not getting me outside" were the most popular responses! What about you?
Pablo Neruda (1904-1973) was born on July 12 as Ricardo Eliecer Neftalí Reyes Basoalto in Chile. At the age of 20, he published Viente poemas de amor y una cancion desesperada (Twenty Love Poems and a Song of Despair), which made him a celebrity. He then gave up his studies to devote himself to poetry. Neruda also served as a Chilean diplomat to several countries and was later elected a senator in Chile. In 1971, Neruda received the Nobel Prize for Literature. 
July 15 is National Give Something Away Day. This day encourages people to give back to those around you. Whether it’s to a significant other, close friend, family member, or a stranger, July 15th is an opportunity to put some good into the world. Further, gift-giving can impact our mental health in wonderful ways, too.
Born on July 24, Alexandre Dumas (1802-1870) is a celebrated French author best known for his historical adventure novels, including 'The Three Musketeers' and 'The Count of Monte Cristo.' His works have been translated into more than 100 languages and adapted for numerous films.
July 26 - On this day in 1990, the American's with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law. The ADA prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in several areas, including employment, transportation, public accommodations, communications and access to state and local government' programs and services. It also established federal laws regarding service animals.
July 20th is National Moon Day, which marks the anniversary of the first time humans walked on the moon when in 1969, Apollo 11 carried astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin to its surface.
July 30 is the International Day of Friendship. The day was created by the UN with the idea that friendship between peoples, countries, cultures and individuals can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities.
"Through friendship — by accumulating bonds of camaraderie and developing strong ties of trust — we can contribute to the fundamental shifts that are urgently needed to achieve lasting stability, weave a safety net that will protect us all, and generate passion for a better world where all are united for the greater good (UN.org)"
July 31 - Harry Potter
The Boy Who Lived
The Chosen One
Freer of House Elf
Breaker of Ford Anglias
Oh yes! I almost forgot! We named our library plant with the help of our friends on Instagram and Facebook!
We asked for suggestions from our friends, then the staff voted for the top 4 names. The top 4 names were put into a poll for our followers to vote on.
Suggested names were: A Root with a View,
P is for Plant, A Root of One’s Own, Madame Botany, Ivy, Claudius, Carey, Steady Eddie, Jimothy, Red light, Pagey the pothos, LQuacious, Booker, Dewey, Polly, Draco, and Hermivy.
Top 4 names were: Madame Botany, Carey, LQuacious, & Hermivy.
Annnnd the winner is.....
Book Recommendations
To start off the recs, Jade, our Reference Librarian, put together a fantastic list of chillingly great horror and graphic novels on our shelves just begging to be read... if you dare!
July 12 - Pablo Neruda
July 15 - National Give Something Away Day
July 20 - National Moon Day-
July 24 - Alexandre Dumas
July 26 - 1990 Signing of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Disability Visibility (Book)
Disability Visibility (eAudiobook)
July 30 - International Day of Friendship
July 31 - Harry Potter
Happy Reading!
Natalie
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