My name is Diana Sabrina Muñoz, the Summer Programs Intern at The Community Library. On the night of June 16, 2022, Ali Noorani, the current Program Director of the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation’s U.S. Democracy Program, and Former Chief Executive Officer and President of the National Immigration Forum, and author of truly impactful book Crossing Borders: The Reconciliation of a Nation of Immigrants, presented a program at The Community Library. He was joined by … [Read more...] about Struggle, Survival, and Success: Reflections of a Daughter of Immigrants
Fresh from the Stacks
Home. Half a World Away. . .
An Australian Couple Rediscovers the “Community” in The Community Library Newlyweds Katherine Suttor and James Stanton recently returned to The Community Library to reflect on an old family tradition and delight in new discoveries. . .from the Library's programs to the learning tools to puzzles and musical instruments, and oh, the books. “I remember discovering the Library all those years ago with my mum,” says Katherine. “Mum has always been an avid reader, and I would have lots of fun … [Read more...] about Home. Half a World Away. . .
Science, Metaphysics, and Passion
The Library has curated a very special display with titles from Arion Press, which pairs great artists with great literature to create beautiful books by hand. Arion Press publishes several limited editions every year, each conceptually unique and printed from metal types cast on site.See the rare display outside the Idaho Room in The Community Library. Poetry of Sappho Poems by Sappho in their original Greek English translation by John Daley with Page duBois; Introduction by Page … [Read more...] about Science, Metaphysics, and Passion
Community Speaker Series-2022
The 2022 Community Speaker Series presented by The Community Library and the Sun Valley Writers’ Conference invites all to join for three free lectures in Ketchum's Forest Service Park. No registration is required. Bring your camp chairs, blankets, picnics, and join us! All three events will also be livestreamed to Vimeo and will be recorded for later viewing. Click here for the 2021 Summer Speaker Series in Forest Service Park featuring: … [Read more...] about Community Speaker Series-2022
Summer Reading: It’s for Adults, too!
The Community Library, Hailey Public Library, and Bellevue Public Library are co-hosting this year’s valley-wide Adult Summer Reading program. The theme, "The Place We Live: Reading and Knowing Home," aims to encourage newcomers and long-time locals alike to explore our fascinating cultural and natural history. For example, participants could read a book by an Idaho or Wood River Valley author, watch a local parade, or visit a nearby nature preserve. The 2022 Adult Summer Reading program will … [Read more...] about Summer Reading: It’s for Adults, too!
Sun Valley Writers’ Conference 2022
2022 Reading List at The Community Library Poetry Rita Dove: Playlist for the Apocalypse available in print and Libby eAudiobook Ocean Vuong: Time Is a Mother available in print, Axis 360 ebook, and eAudiobook Fiction Anthony Doerr: Cloud Cuckoo Land available in print, large print, Noon eReader, Axis360 ebook, and Libby eAudiobook Anthony Doerr: Ciudad de Las Nubes available in print/Spanish CollectionKali Fajardo-Anstine: Woman of … [Read more...] about Sun Valley Writers’ Conference 2022
