Reading through blog posts of years past, it turns out that without really meaning to, I've started my own little Thanksgiving tradition right here in the library. After the first few days of cool weather (whatever that means here in Florida!), my mind starts to turn to seasonal delights. Although I am known for being a total harridan about eating in the library, eating OUTSIDE the library is something I absolutely embrace. To that end, I always pull and display our collection of cookbooks and food-related titles. If you've never cooked, I've got books for you, and if you're an accomplished cook, you're covered also. Stop by and see what we've got!
As well, I also like to think about Thanksgivings long ago, so at this time of year I select books about the colonial period and early America as well as books about Native American life and culture. I inherited a very strong collection of titles for researching Native American subjects, but we also have a fine selection of fiction set among America's native peoples, whether in the past or present.
Finally, a much-loved Thanksgiving tradition is having a little time off to spend as one likes, such as . . . reading next to a cozy fire with a hot mug of something yummy on a lazy, chilly day! For those of you yearning for just such a moment, I have a great selection of current best-sellers and favorite titles to keep you happy over the long holiday weekend.
Stop by and check out the book display and take something home. Keep it till the next break, and then find something else or renew what you've got. (Letting overdue dates skate is also a favorite tradition - shhh, don't tell.)
