If you didn’t get to stop in the library last week, you missed some very exciting and entertaining  programs that were scheduled for National Library Week. Lots of patrons took advantage of the “no fines” and brought back overdue materials. The library waived a little more than $280 in overdue fines last week. Ann Stratton will present a program on antiques appraisal on May 10 at the library. On May 19, nationally acclaimed authors Don Bruns and Judy Clemens will present a program on how they became mystery writers. Mark your calendars now!

1  video title was added to our collection this month:
James and the Giant peach

25 new DVD titles were added to our collection this month:
Across the Universe, Americanizing Shelley, The Aristocats, Becoming Jane, Beowulf, Bratz: Kidz Fairy Tales, Charlotte’s Web, Charlotte’s Web 2, Curious George: Goes To the Doctor and Lends a Helping Hand, Dan in Real Life, Elizabeth, the Golden Age, Eloise in Springtime, The Final Inquiry, Handy Manny: Fixing it Right, I Am Legend, In the Shadow of the Moon, The Jane Austen Book Club, The Land Before Time: Adventuring in the Mysterious Beyond, The Legend of Butch & Sundance, Mariposa and Her Butterfly Fairy Friends, Martian Child, Miss Spider’s Sunny Patch Friends: Hum Bug, No Reservations, Snow Buddies, Twitches Too.

Fiction
The Devil’s Bones — Jefferson Bass
Two cases occupy Dr. Bill Brockton of the Body Farm (the first lab devoted to the study of human decomposition) — a 47-year-old woman, whose charred remains were found in a burned-out car, and a disreputable Georgia crematorium that simply dumped bodies on its grounds. These probes soon take a back seat to a cat-and-mouse game with the doctor’s arch nemesis, Garland Hamilton, who previously tried to frame him for murder. When Hamilton escapes from incarceration before going to trial, what follows is a deadly game of cat and mouse, played for the ultimate stakes: Brockton’s own life.
Hold Tight — Harlan Coben
When Tia and Mike Bayes’ son Adam becomes distant after his best friend Spencer Hill commits suicide, they can’t help but worry. After installing a sophisticated spy program on Adam’s computer, they are jolted by a cryptic message from an unknown correspondent: “Just stay quiet and all safe.” As if Mike Baye isn’t dealing with enough, he suddenly finds himself in possession of an explosive secret that threatens to rip the Loriman family apart when he becomes Lucas Loriman’s doctor. Nearby, Betsy Hill discovers a surprising detail about the night of her son, Spencer’s death. Before she can find out more, Adam disappears, taking the truth with him and sending shock waves through the neighborhood. As the lives of these families collide in tragic and violent ways, long-hidden connections in their small suburb begin to work their way to the surface.
Death Walked In — Carolyn Hart
Bookstore owner Annie Darling and her PI husband, Max, are restoring Franklin House, an antebellum home on the small South Carolina island of Broward’s Rock. A mysterious woman calls Max’s office and leaves a message that she has hidden something in the Franklin House, but Max treats it as a crank call. When Annie hears about the call, she goes to the woman’s house and finds her dying of a gunshot would. Is there a connection between the murder and the Franklin House? When someone takes a shot at Max while he is chasing an intruder who was breaking into the Franklin House, he and Annie realize that they and their new home are in danger.
Quicksand — Iris Johansen
Forensic sculptor Eve Duncan is drawn into killer Henry Kistle’s sick game as she desperately tries to find her missing daughter, Bonnie. He taunts Eve with details of her daughter’s kidnapping and promises to disclose the location of Bonnie’s body. Lured by Kistle to the swamps of Florida, Eve enlists the help of Atlanta cop Joe Quinn, her Colombian admirer Montalvo, and spiritual “listener” Megan Blair. This killer wants nothing more than to lure Eve further and further into his swamp of madness….
Murder By Mushroom — Virginia Smith
Serving up murderous munchies at a church potluck social wouldn’t win any popularity contests, as Jackie Hoffner discovered. Someone had laced Jackie’s casserole with poisonous mushrooms, and now her fellow churchgoer and gown fuss-budget is pushing up daisies. Suspected of foul play, Jackie decided to prove her innocence by conducting her own murder investigation. And Trooper Dennis Walsh’s helpful efforts and boy-next-door charm were welcome. Meanwhile, the town’s mysterious poisoner seemed to have more victims in mind….
Black Widow — Randy Wayne White
Entreated by his goddaughter to help pay off a blackmailer who videotaped her bachelorette party and then threatened to expose her debauchery on the internet, Doc Ford reluctantly agrees. He then finds himself in danger when the extortionist releases the tape anyway, prompting a bridesmaid’s suicide attempt and a dangerous vengeance plot.

Non-Fiction
Holding Her Head High — Janine Turner
When actress and single mother Janine Turner began researching a book about single mothers throughout history, she had no idea the wealth of character and strength she would discover. With stories spanning eighteen centuries, the women chronicled in this book were not just single mothers who championed their children — they were women who changed history. These women embraced the birth of Christianity, ruled countries, endured wars, birthed a country, withstood the torments of slavery, pioneered West, and battled the inequities of women’s rights. Their range is wide but the bond is close.
Wear Your Life Well — Marilu Henner
Are you happy? Are you living the life you want, or are you living for other people? Are you guided by  your own plans or by the design of others? Do you see your life as a daily grind, or are you eager to face each day and every new challenge? Do you get along well with your family, friends, relatives, and co-workers, or do you harbor anger, resentment, or guilt? Are you working toward a dream, or are you daydreaming about not working? In essence, do you Wear Your Life Well? Marilu breaks down all the elements in our lives — our minds, our bodies, and the world around us — that can sabotage our progress, and helps us discover the best in ourselves.
Hang on Sloopy: The history of rock & roll in Ohio — Nick Talevski
A wide variety of musical styles have thrived in the Buckeye State. During the 1950s, Ohio was at the forefront in the rise of rock and roll. Beginning in the 1960s, Cincinnati and Dayton played a central role in the development of soul and funk. By the 1970s, punk rock was emerging in Cleveland, while new wave was simmering in Akron. Ohio has also nurtured heartland rock and heavy metal. In the 1980s Cleveland was rewarded for its contributions to rock and roll with a prestigious museum. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame became the focal point of a city in need of a jewel. This book honors the musical pioneers, the hit makers and those who defined the stylistic trends that made Ohio both a birthplace and proving ground of rock and roll.
Home — Julie Andrews
Julie Andrews has played a series of memorable roles that have endeared her to generations. But she has never told the story of her life before fame until now. Julie takes her readers on a warm, moving, and often humorous journey from a difficult upbringing in war-torn Britain to the brink of international stardom in America. Julie’s career has flourished over seven decades. From her legendary Broadway performances to her roles in films, award-winning television appearances, multiple album releases, concert tours, international humanitarian work, best-selling children’s books, and championship of literacy, Julie’s influence spans generations.

MAY MEMORIALS
Arizona: The Beauty of It All — Sam Negri, Coming Home With Gooseberry Patch: Food to bring family & friends to the table, Where Are You Now? — Mary Higgins Clark, Guilty — Karen Robards, Winter Study — Nevada Barr, The Intimate Garden — Brian Coleman. In memory of: Freeda Belle Kelly. Given by: Joy Hawk, Bill Fineran, Kim Collins, Nancy Jones, David Hawk.
Honor Thyself — Danielle Steel, Ultimate Sewing Bible — Marie Clayton, Rosie O’Donnell’s Crafty U, Fat Quarter Fun — Karen Snyder, Quilted Projects From Scraps and Stash — Betty Auth & Candie Frankel, Where In the Wild? - David Schwartz & Yael Schy, Nascar ABCs — Paul Dubois Jacobs & Jennifer Swender, Smash! Crash! — John Scieszka. In memory of: Janet Wilhelm. Given by: Family.
P. Allen Smith’s Living in the Garden Home. In memory of: The Alfred Gerdeman and Ed Blankemeyer Families. Given by: Ken and Lois Blankemeyer.
Another Thing to Fall — Laura Lippman, Murder by Mushroom — Virginia Smith, Hold Tight — Harlan Coben, Downstream: Encounters with the Colorado River — Karen Halverson, Delusion — Peter Abrahams, The Whole Truth — David Baldacci, Betrayal — John Lescroart, Santa Fe Dead —  Stuart Woods. In memory of: Freeda Belle Kelly. Given by: Family & Friends.
Bonjour, Butterfly — Jane O’Connor. In memory of: Micha Jayden Linder. Given by: Maxine Brooks.
Wood Carving Basics — David Sabol, Canada — Karl-Ludwig Wetzig, Santa Showcase. In memory of: Thomas Bendele. Given by: Family & Friends.
The Way to Make Wine: How to Craft Superb Table Wines at Home — Sheridan Warrick. In memory of: Paul King. Given by: Delphos Ladies Club.

From the Children’s Corner:
Where is Baby’s Belly Button?
Toes, Ears, and Nose — both by Karen Katz
Karen Katz is the queen of ‘adorable baby board books’ and these two are no exception. Each book has lift-the-flap pages to encourage the baby’s fine-motor skills and round corners to help them turn the pages. Inside are cute babies just like them who discover their eyes, feet, ears, and of course belly button. If you want to introduce books to your little ones, these are a great start.
NASCAR ABC’s by Paul DuBois Jacobs and Jennifer Swender
The appeal of NASCAR has reached down even to the youngest of readers. This title combines ABC’s and the bright colors of race cars, checkered flags, pace cars and the winner’s circle. There is a glossary page at the end to give additional information on the terms and phrases that are common to race followers but new to young enthusiasts. Readers, start your engines and race off to the library!
Swinging for the Fences, Hank Aaron and Me by Mike Leonetti
On April 8, 1974 ‘Hammerin’  Hank’ hit his 715th homerun, beating Babe Ruth’s record. Mark, the hero of the story is in the stands that day to see history made. Can Mark take the inspiration of his favorite player and turn it into homeruns on his little league team?  Leonetti has taken a fascinating piece of sports history and given it a personal side with some important lessons about being a team player.
Fire Engines Up Close
Heavy Equipment Up Close — both by Andra Serlin Abramson
The appealing aspect of these two titles is the numerous gatefolds in each book. The books start out large and the pictures get even larger when you fold out the pages revealing different parts of the fire engines and heavy trucks featured. Truck and vehicle lovers will pour over the pictures and the simple text for many happy hours.

The Big Field by Mike Lupica
Hutch is playing second base this season. He used to play short stop like his dad until Darryl “D-Will” Williams comes along. Everyone is calling “D-Will” the best short stop prospect since A-Rod. Hutch is a team player, though, and will give it his best shot at second base. What he can’t seem to understand is why his dad never shows up to see him play. Lupica crafts a first-rate story about a father and son who use the universal language of baseball to recover a bond that was temporarily lost.