Two very famous ladies were born on this day: Nurse Florence Nightingale in 1820 and actress Katharine Hepburn in 1907. Learn more about these ladies at the library! Click on the pictures below to locate resources about these accomplished women.
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Florence Nightingale
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Katharine Hepburn
 

May

05/11/2010

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May is GET CAUGHT READING MONTH: the best time to get caught red-handed (or should we say "read" handed?)!

For your reading pleasure this month we're displaying memoirs in honor of PERSONAL HISTORY MONTH. Pick up a fascinating life story, and some genealogy materials to help you explore your own personal history. Our genealogy reference page will help you get started.

Speaking of getting started, May is also CREATIVE BEGINNINGS MONTH. From knitting and crochet, woodworking, painting, drawing and writing to creating a website we've got books on every subject to get your creative juices flowing. Stop by for a peek at our Creative Beginnings display and get started.
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