The United States was founded by a population of immigrants, mostly citizens of England who left for various reasons--some to escape poverty, some to acquire land in the Americas, and some to escape … [Read More...] about Award-winning books on immigration in America
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It’s read-a-romance month — who knew?
With a show of hands, how many of you know that August is read-a-romance month? And what better way to celebrate the month, than by visiting A.K. Smiley Public Library and checking out the following … [Read More...] about It’s read-a-romance month — who knew?
Another successful Summer Reading Program closes and storytimes amp up!
As the 2025 Summer Reading Program comes to an end, we in the Young Readers’ Room are reflecting on the events of this year’s program. We are so grateful to the smart and talented kids and teens who … [Read More...] about Another successful Summer Reading Program closes and storytimes amp up!
The act of writing promotes adult literacy
Writing is a core element of the Redlands Adult Literacy Program. This year, nine adult learners from the Redlands Adult Literacy Program at Smiley Library entered the Writer-to-Writer Challenge, a … [Read More...] about The act of writing promotes adult literacy
The grill and the chill: recipes for some summertime fun!
The alluring smoky aroma, the sizzle of basting food, and the distinctive look of charred spots and grill marks let you know it’s barbecue time! “Symon’s Dinners Cooking Out” by Michael Symon can help … [Read More...] about The grill and the chill: recipes for some summertime fun!
Queer horror books to sink your teeth into!
IT’S STILL PRIDE MONTH FOR A FEW MORE DAYS! So, let’s explore a personal favorite genre of mine: Queer Horror. The idea of horror quite frequently focuses on the out of the ordinary, or the thing that … [Read More...] about Queer horror books to sink your teeth into!
For hands-free reading, listen to one of our audiobook offerings!
June is audiobook appreciation month. Please visit A.K. Smiley Public Library to check out our variety of audiobook options! Physical audiobooks in the library include audio compact discs, MP3 … [Read More...] about For hands-free reading, listen to one of our audiobook offerings!
‘Color Our World’ Teen Summer Reading Program Book Club (look for freebies!)
Teens, could anything be better than a summer book club? How about a summer book club that offers free Young Adult (YA) books? How about a summer book club that offers THREE free YA books? Surely you … [Read More...] about ‘Color Our World’ Teen Summer Reading Program Book Club (look for freebies!)
Check out our new movie and television series DVDs!
Hear ye! Hear ye! Now that I have your undivided attention, I am pleased to tell you that A.K. Smiley Public Library has added some new movies and television series to the collection to check-out for … [Read More...] about Check out our new movie and television series DVDs!
‘Color Your World’ with the 2025 Summer Reading Program at Smiley Library!
The sun is out, the birds are singing, and the palm trees are swaying. It's nearly summer in Redlands, California, and at Smiley Library, we all know what that means. It's time again for the Youth … [Read More...] about ‘Color Your World’ with the 2025 Summer Reading Program at Smiley Library!