Fun Size Halloween Book Reviews

I’m a man of few Halloween traditions, but scary October readin’ is one I intend to keep going. I cracked three spine-chilling spines this month, and my fun size review of each follows:   Pet Sematary by Stephen King   I had to start with something by good ol’ Stephy Stephy King King because I … Continue reading →

It’s a Cool Job, and Maybe You Should Do It

  A couple of days ago, as I was explaining our 3D printer to a highly enthusiastic young boy, he turned to me and said, “Your job is cool.” This declaration was shortly followed by, “This is the best library!” The lad, who instantly became my second-favorite kid in the world after Home Alone-era Macaulay … Continue reading →

Depth of a Salesman

Today is Benbrook Heritage Fest Eve, which is sadly not a national holiday, or even a local holiday. So, while the city won’t be partying down with its bad self today, come Saturday, we’ll reach full-fledged hootenanny status. For you outsiders, Heritage Fest is Benbrook’s annual “family friendly, fun-filled” day featuring food, music, games, activities, … Continue reading →

Think (Or Read…Or Snack…Or Lounge) Outside the Library

The inside of the library is great. The smell of books new and old. The peace and quiet.* The technological doodads cranking out amazingness. Yes, everybody knows the inside of the library is the cat’s pajamas (or, if you’re more canine inclined, the dog’s nightgown). But what about the outside of the library? Yes, there’s … Continue reading →

Two Hundred Fifty Nine Thousand Two Hundred Seconds

Beginning Monday, October 6, the library will experiment with a little hour embiggening. Through November 13, we’ll be open 8 AM to 8 PM, Monday through Thursday, with Friday and Saturday hours remaining unchanged. That’s three extra hours of library time for the people each day. Depending on public response, at the end of the … Continue reading →