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Learning a musical instrument has many benefits, and it’s never too late to start. Did you know that you can borrow a ukulele from the library? The ukulele can be borrowed for a week, complete with a tuner and a book to get started learning to play. Plus, there are additional books and DVDs to…

Sometimes the creations of one author can inspire many others for years to come. Such is the case with Sherlock Holmes. For those who hunger for more Holmesian stories beyond the canon, there is a variety of fiction, nonfiction, and DVDs that can be found at the Lititz Public Library, no matter what your age….

Whether you are already experienced in farming or homesteading, are considering giving it a try, or are content to read about the farming escapades of others, the Lititz Public Library has plenty to offer. Growing Tomorrow: A Farm-to-Table Journey in Photos and Recipes: Behind the Scenes with 18 Extraordinary Sustainable Farmers Who are Changing the…

Read accounts of people and monumental events of the Second World War. These books are available to borrow from the Lititz Public Library. Spearhead: An American Tank Gunner, His Enemy and a Collision of Lives in World War II by Adam Makos Described as a natural-born shooter, a Pennsylvania corporal in the legendary 3rd Armored…

Music fans will find lots to sing about in these biographies from the Lititz Public Library. Don’t Stop Believin’ by Olivia Newton-John Four-time Grammy winner shares her personal journey, from her childhood in Melbourne and music and screen success, to her fight with cancer and advocacy for health and wellness. Hindsight: & All the Things…

Readers who think nonfiction is difficult to read or not very entertaining are in for a surprise. These nonfiction books are as captivating as they are informative and they’re available to borrow from the Lititz Public Library. The Woman’s Hour: The Great Fight to Win the Vote by Elaine Weiiss An inspiring story begins in…

Readers have judged these movies to be among the scariest films ever produced. Do you agree? They are available to borrow from the Lititz Public Library. Alien (1979) Terror begins when the crew of a spaceship investigates a transmission from a desolate planet and discovers a life form that is perfectly evolved to annihilate mankind….

As Director of the Lititz Public Library, I’ve had the pleasure of meeting and working with a multitude of people who simply love libraries and books. Hardback, softback, audio, or downloadable, we read library books for the wonderful stories, insightful research, intriguing characters and challenging points of view. There are tens of thousands of books…

Ever notice how many book titles include the word “life”? Covering subjects from medicine to sports, these selections are available from the Lititz Public Library. When Death Becomes Life: Notes from a Transplant Surgeon by Joshua D. Mezrich Medical breakthroughs have led to inspiring stories about a Wisconsin doctor who creates life from loss, transplanting…

Find recipes and hints for fast and fabulous meals in a book from the Lititz Public Library. The Complete Make-Ahead Cookbook from the Editors at America’s Test Kitchen Five hundred thoroughly-tested selections, from appetizers to desserts, provide options for preparing the recipes all at once or using the accompanying suggestions on what parts are best…