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Discover the Secrets of Russell Library

Are you brave enough to visit the most haunted library in Connecticut? To be honest, it’s not really very spooky here. Russell was labeled “the most haunted library in Connecticut” by the Eastern Connecticut Paranormal Society when they were giving a presentation about the findings of their two investigations here at Russell. They gave the…

Mary

October 7, 2024

Events, History of Russell Library, Inside Stories, Libraries, Library Services, Middletown, CT, Secrets of Russell Library

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How to Survive Information Overload: Part 1

My favorite uncle and I finally managed to connect on the phone after almost two years. When I asked him “How are you?”, he immediately answered, “I’m terrible. I’m constantly worried about the state of the world. I’m so worried that I can’t sleep at night.” He then started talking about covid, genocide, war, pharmaceutical…

Amy S.

September 30, 2024

Events, Inside Stories, Libraries, Library Services, Trending
Wine & Words: Taking The Stand on Beer

The Stand by Stephen KingSpooky season is creeping around the corner, to set the mood Mac Demarco rings in my ear and Stephen King has just left my book shelf. Well, actually this specific book lived in my car. It had it’s purpose. If I were ever to be stranded, this book would be my…

sbarillari

September 23, 2024

Book Reviews, Recommendations, Wine & Words

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Join The Russell Library For Our Very First Library Card Crawl!

By: Briana G Join the Russell Library for our very first Library Card Crawl! September is Library Card Sign Up Month and what better way to celebrate than with a Library Card Crawl at The Russell Library. A Library Card Crawl is a celebration of library card holders and encourages them to explore all their…

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September 16, 2024

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Lost in Translation: Current Reads

I hope you all are reading more manga! I thought I would update the blog with some things I’ve recently read and upcoming titles coming to our collection soon. If you’re looking for a different pace from Shōnen manga but still want the high fantasy action/adventure setting, try reading Solo Leveling. This story follows Korean…

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September 9, 2024

Book Reviews, Graphic Novels / Manga, Inside Stories, Kids and Teens, Trending

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Discover the Secrets of Russell Library

How to Survive Information Overload: Part 1

Wine & Words: Taking The Stand on Beer

Join The Russell Library For Our Very First Library Card Crawl!

Lost in Translation: Current Reads