In his new film SABBATH, award-winning filmmaker Martin Doblmeier explores the religious, secular, psychological, and sociological implications of a weekly day of rest for a “profoundly burned-out world.” The wide-ranging two-hour documentary delves into the history and practice of an ancient concept that is rooted in the biblical story of creation. Doblmeier and the Journey Films team traveled coast-to-coast exploring Sabbath beliefs and practice, meeting authors – … [Read more...] about “Sabbath” Film Screening
“Prosperity Mountain” Sculpture Unveiling
Announcing the unveiling of a new Chinese American Heritage Sculpture, "Prosperity Mountain" by artist Gemma Valdez Daggatt 4:15 p.m. Wednesday, October 25, 2023Corner of Walnut and Main Streets in Hailey Historic records – often no more than a ragtag collection of paper scraps, faded photographs, newspaper clippings, a trophy, a recipe box, a porcelain doll – might find their home in the archives of The Community Library's Center for Regional History in Ketchum, waiting to be brought … [Read more...] about “Prosperity Mountain” Sculpture Unveiling
Book Review: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue
Molly! Goodyear recommends The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V. E. Schwab. We make decisions every day that determine the course of our lives. Some are well thought-out, others are made on the spur of the moment, only a few are made out of desperation. For Addie LaRue, the unanticipated consequences of one desperate decision were devastating, enlightening and revelatory. The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab is a compelling and beautifully crafted novel that intricately … [Read more...] about Book Review: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue
Book Review: “When”
Buffy McDonald, Reference Librarian, recommends When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing by Daniel H. Pink. A book about the power of timing. There are optimal times for doing different things—from learning a new skill, to making a major decision, to invoking creativity. One way to think about this power of timing is through the concept of circadian rhythms. Most living things have these daily rhythms that impact their behavior, moods, and performance. For … [Read more...] about Book Review: “When”
Review: Winnie-the-Pooh on YOTO
Systems Librarian, Susie Bille, recommends Winnie-the-Pooh, The Complete BBC Collection Written by A. A. Milne; read by Alan Bennett; available on YOTO. DeAnn Campbell, Children’s and Young Adult Library Director, asked me to add some new children’s audiobooks for YOTO players - which she recently purchased for the Children’s Library - to our Collection. YOTO players are a bit like a boom box built for three year-olds. Kids pick out an individual story card, stick it into the … [Read more...] about Review: Winnie-the-Pooh on YOTO
More Than a Few Good Men
Building Leadership in the 21st Century with Dr. Jackson Katz Join The Advocates and The Community Library for an evening with Dr. Jackson Katz. Dr. Katz is an educator, author, and filmmaker, who is internationally recognized for his groundbreaking work in the field of gender violence prevention and media literacy. Dr. Katz explores why we need “more than a few good men” to end the epidemic of violence against women. To quote Liz Plank, “Katz delivers a convincing case for a small … [Read more...] about More Than a Few Good Men
