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calendarSeptember 2021   issueIssue 501
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We have a brand new app!

We are excited to let you know that we have launched a brand new app, the KanShare Libraries app. It lets you do all the things you loved in the previous app, but is a little more user-friendly. Find it in the Apple App Store or in the Google Play Store. Download it today and find titles, place items on hold  or renew items you have checked out.
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Youth Services programs to start Monday, Sept. 13

Fall programs will begin Monday, Sept. 13. Be sure to pick up a fall brochure. They are available on our website, at the Youth Services desk or the front desk of the library.

Click here to view the brochure on our website.

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Gathering Space Gallery

"My Passion to Paint"

by Derby Artist's Mark and Mary Ward

"My Passion to Paint," a collection of 58 pieces of Mark Ward's art, rendered in acrylics, watercolors, conte crayons and graphite, provide a unique and vivid experience for visitors.  Additionally, beginning September 2, the display case will hold an exhibit of embellished gourds carved and painted by Mary Ward.

Many of Mark Ward's paintings are paired with poetry, or personal notes explaining Mark's perspective on the work. "Iron Horse" and "Derby Depot" are watercolors that meld the past with the present. "Busy Bee" will fascinate the viewer with the intricate rendering of the subject. "Equestrian Awards," an acrylic painting in Trompe l'oeil style, stimulates the question "What am I looking at?"

Mary Ward has been creating art for 22 years and is excited to share the gourds she has transformed into sculptural expressions of beauty. One can hardly discern a humble vegetable is the base for such intricate artistic expression.

On Tuesday, September 14, 2021, both Mark and Mary Ward will be honored at an Artist Reception from 6 to 7:30 p.m., in the Gathering Space. They both look forward to meeting visitors who are interested in learning more about their beautiful works of art and sharing their experiences in making the works. Light refreshments will be served, and live music will enhance the free evening event.

Art Reception

Tuesday, Sept. 14 at 6-7:30 p.m.

Community Room at Derby Public Library

Learn more about art that is on display at the library by clicking the big red "Read More" button below.

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"River Camp" by Mark Ward (watercolor)
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  "Alien" by Mary Ward

 

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Free Spirits with their artwork
 

High Wall Gallery

"A Celebration of Creativity"

by DRC teacher Laine Pike's Free Spirits

The Derby Recreation Commission provides art opportunities for all ages and abilities. Free Spirits programs are designed for any individual, youth or adult, with a mental or physical disability who chooses not to participate in regular Derby Recreation Commission programs. The art on display demonstrates these young students are not limited in creativity and joy of expression.  For more information on art classes and the Free Spirits programs please contact Laine Pike at the DRC (316) 788-3781.

Showing through Sept. 28

Learn more about art that is on display at the library by clicking the big red "Read More" button below.

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Go on an adventure to all the libraries

in the KanShare consortium!

The KanShare libraries are joining forces to host KanRead, a series of events hosted by each library in the consortium. For more details, stop by the library and pick up a copy of Grimms' Fairy Tales (limited availability). Be sure to pick up your passport with the list of events, which you can take to each library to get stamped, and be eligible to win a prize!
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*Registration opens on Sept. 1 at 9 a.m.

Limited spots available.*
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Click on the book titles to see the book in the library catalog!

Five books recommended by Amelia:

I'm In Charge! by Jeanne Willis

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I'm On It! by Andrew Tsurumi

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mama Dug a Little Den by Jennifer Ward

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Once Upon a Dragon's Fire by Beatrice Blue

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tanka Tanka Skunk! by Steve Webb

 

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Ballet Wichita presents.. .

Carnival of the Animals
Saturday, Sept. 11
6:30 p.m.

Madison Avenue Central Park
Outdoor Amphitheater

Carnival of the Animals is a colorful journey through the animal kingdom set to the beloved music of Camille Saint - Saens.

 

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The Final Girl Support Group by Grady Hendrix

First line: final girl (n.) – the last and sole survivor of a horror movie

Summary: Lynnette is a final girl. She has spent years keeping herself safe from the monsters that are out in the world. Part of her recovery and routine is the Final Girl Support Group. Once a month she has been meeting with a therapist and other final girls to try to deal with the trauma that has defined their lives. But one day things change and it seems the monsters are back and coming for all the final girls. Lynnette goes on the run. She is determined to survive but also keep her final girl sisters alive too. With each passing moment she sees that they are in more danger than ever before.

My Thoughts: I tried reading a Grady Hendrix book years ago and was just not impressed. I did not finish it even though it seemed to have everything I liked. So when my friend was telling me about his most recent book I decided to give him another try. I am very glad I did. It was a wild ride. It reminded me of Riley Sager, another author who brings eighties horror movie tropes to his readers in thrilling stories that will keep you reading deep into the night.

Even though I really liked this book, I really did not like the main character. She was so depressing, whiney and crazy. I was constantly rolling my eyes at her thoughts and actions. It is like when you watch a horror movie and the dumb teenager goes into the dark basement rather than the running car. However, this is supposed to be like those campy horror movies making it perfect for the story. One of the best parts were the little additions like police reports, newspaper articles and interviews after each chapter that shows us the pasts of these women or people’s views on them.

There were lots of crazy twists and turns. Characters that seem reliable aren’t and vice versa. I was always expecting a “monster” to jump out at any moment like in the movies. And even when they are “dead” the bad guy always comes back for one last scare. But the ending was wonderful. I did not see it coming. It was a great way to wrap up the novel.

I guess I will have to go back and try to read other Grady Hendrix novels now.

Click here to find The Final Girls Support Group on the KanShare catalog.

Release date: July 13, 2021

Ashley's rating:

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The Woman They Could Not Silence
by Kate Moore

First line: This is not a book about mental health, but about how it can be used as a weapon.

Summary: Elizabeth Packard, a wife and mother of six, has displeased her husband with her differing views on religion and politics. According to the laws of the land he is within his rights to commit her to an insane asylum. And this is exactly what he does. However, Elizabeth will not go quietly. For three years she lives inside the walls of the institution, writing her story and about the abuses of the staff and the superintendent. Finally, when she is released her problems are not over. There is still a battle to be won and no one is going to silence her until it is finished.

My Thoughts: If you are looking for a non-fiction book that reads like fiction then this is it. The story is very easy to follow, the flow is consistent throughout and the plot is compelling. Elizabeth’s story is probably more common than anybody realizes. A husband, father, or brother has become disgruntled with a woman and sends them away. It is sad and fascinating all at the same time.

I listened and read this at the same time. Both were very enjoyable ways to consume this book. The reader did a great job and kept my attention while I was doing other things as I listened.

I did get a little frustrated at times with Elizabeth. Even though she knew that certain men were the ones that put her in the asylum she continued to try and persuade them to change their minds. I liked to see that she was smart enough to manipulate the situations she was in or make the best of her times in the asylum. She kept her wits about her which many other women would not be able to do.

With her limited resources she improved the lives of many of the women trapped in the asylum with her. And when she left she did not forget the ones that were still imprisoned. She was an intelligent woman who knew how to get her points heard. Because of her campaigning she brought about changes for married women and patients in the asylums.

Click here to find The Woman They Could Not Silence on the KanShare catalog.

Release date: June 22, 2021

Ashley's review:

 

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Looking for someplace to discuss books? We've got you covered!

We have three active book groups here at the library that are open to everyone. If you love to read and talk about the books you read, pop in to one or more of the book groups!

Bemused Biblipohiles — meets at 1 p.m. Sept. 1. The title for September is The School of Essential Ingredients by Erica Bauermeister. The book club will meet in person in the Frank Fanning Conference Room.

Hauntingly Good Reads — meets at 7 p.m. Sept. 13. The title for September is The Man in the High Castle by Philip K. Dick. The book club will meet in person in the Frank Fanning Conference Room.

Joyful Page Turners — meets at 6:45 p.m. Sept. 23. The title for September is The Sun is Also a Star by Nicola Yoon. The book club will meet in person in the Frank Fanning Room.

Bemused Bibliophiles meets during the day and reads popular books that have been on the bestseller list. Hauntingly Good Reads meets in the evening and explores all kinds of books that have a supernatural/magical/unexplainable kind of bent—we look far beyond the traditional vampires, ghosts and witches.

Joyful Page Turners is the most enduring book club at the library—it's been meeting regularly since May 2000! Books selected for this book club include just about everything: classics, modern bestsellers, non-fiction, and more.

Click the red "Read More" button below to visit the book club page on the library website, where you can find lists of books each book club has read.

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Get your copy of Celebrating Derby now!

Celebrating Derby — 150 Years: 1869-2019 is a wonderful book that lets you see what life was like in the early years of the town we call Derby, but was originally named El Paso.

Pick up your copy today at the library for $20.
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