We all know, and sometimes love, the most popular holiday songs…we’re looking at you Frosty the Snowman, but in the true spirit of giving we are here to provide you with some alternatives and additions  to those old favorites.  So, time to think outsi

It's Black Friday - a perfect opportunity to analyze how our consumer habits affect our selves, our communities, and the world as a whole. As you get ready to take advantage of those Black Friday deals, think about the impacts of our collective consumption. This reading list will give you plenty to ponder. Click on each book cover to find it in the Library's catalog.

CHINUA ACHEBE, full name Albert Chinualumogu Achebe, was born in Ogidi, Nigeria on November 16, 1930.

What started in the early 1900’s as an effort to gain a day of recognition for the significant contributions the first Americans made to the establishment and growth of the U.S., eventually resulted in a whole month being designated for that purpose. In 1990 President George H. W.

National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) is a fun, seat-of-your-pants approach to creative writing.  On November 1, participants begin working tow

If you're looking for some movies to set the mood this Halloween weekend, your official watchlist is right here. From horror classics like Halloween and The Shining to the family-friendly flicks, Hocus Pocus and The Nightmare Before Christmas, this list has something for everyone. Looking to find something beyond the classics? We've got you covered! Evil Dead 2, Re-Animator, and Suspiria are the cult classics you (never knew you) were waiting for.

2019 LETTERS ABOUT LITERATURE – NATIONAL READING AND WRITING CONTEST

NORA ROBERTS was born on October 10, 1950.

Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, an

As October fast approaches, I've compiled a list of some of my favorite horror novels available here at The Urbana Free Library. With titles ranging from gory to suspenseful to terrifying, this list is not for the faint of heart.