TCCL Blog

Celebrate Small Business Month

May is Small Business Month, which celebrates the driven entrepreneurs who bet on themselves and turn their ideas into reality. With the help of these free classes, services and online resources, you can also become the small-business owner of your dreams!    

New & Coming Soon Books - May 2025

Not sure what to read next? Check out these book lists featuring brand new titles!  Click here to view fiction and nonfiction books for adults.

From Vacation to Staycation, Make the Most of Summer!

Summer is just around the corner, and whether you’re planning an exciting trip or a relaxing staycation, the library has what you need to make it unforgettable! From a cross-country road trip to a weekend getaway, library books can help you create the perfect itinerary.

New & Coming Soon Books - April 2025

Not sure what to read next? Check out these book lists featuring brand new titles! Click here to view adult fiction and nonfiction books. 

Dig Into Gardening

As a physical, mental and often social activity that reduces stress, gardening is not just a rewarding hobby but a beneficial one. Whether you’re interested in growing flowers for their beauty or vegetables for nourishment, TCCL can help you cultivate a garden that fits your vision and space, from indoor pots to outdoor planters.Start with free seeds through the Seed Library. The Seed Library is a project of TCCL’s Green Team, which champions environmentally friendly programs and activities across the library system.

April 2025 - Books & Book Clubs

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Refresh and renew your home with these free resources

Whether you want to improve your home or organize your space, do-it-yourself (DIY) projects can be both rewarding and cost-effective. If you’re ready to turn your DIY dreams into reality, these free resources can provide you with all the ideas and instruction you need to fix, renew and reorganize with confidence. Use the Home Improvement Source to tackle repair and renovation projects. This resource offers detailed how-to guides and project ideas, covering everything from simple fixes to major upgrades.

New & Coming Soon Books - March 2025

Not sure what to read next? Check out these book lists featuring brand new titles! Click here to view adult fiction and nonfiction books.

New & Coming Soon Books - February 2025

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From Pages to Prizes: Writing Resources for Contest Success

Each winter, TCCL encourages local and aspiring authors to sharpen and share their skills through the Young People’s Creative Writing Contest, for ages 8-18, and the Adult Creative Writing Contest, for ages 18 and older. Whether you are a longtime or first-time author, TCCL has writing resources to help you put your best words forward and create a winning entry. Follow these three steps to participate in either contest!