September 20, 2022
Each year from September 15th to October 15th, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Visit the Hispanic Heritage Month… Continue Reading…
July 27, 2022
Need to find a new movie to watch? Want to expand your film taste? Looking to learn something new? Try Kanopy! Use your library card to access a streaming service with movies in every genre, from brand new releases to… Continue Reading…
June 28, 2022
The Gospel According To André Directed By: Kate Novack Released: 2018 Available On: Hoopla (https://www.hoopladigital.com/title/13095345) Review: Kate Novack has created a film that washes the viewer with the brutal honesty of beauty and elegance befitting of its subject. Following the… Continue Reading…
May 13, 2022
Ten Steps to Nanette: A Memoir Situation Written By: Hannah Gadsby Available as: Book, eAudiobook (Libby) Feature Image Found On: GoodReads Review: Much like Hannah Gadsby’s comedic work, her memoir made me laugh out loud, then choke down a sob, and then laugh more… Continue Reading…
April 28, 2022
Captain Fantastic Directed By: Matt Ross Released: 2016 Rated: R Available on Kanopy: https://www.kanopy.com/en/lindenhurstlibrary/video/5633108 Review: This film is a masterpiece of character. Despite having a large family at the center of the film, each actor brings the power of character… Continue Reading…
March 2, 2022
March is Women’s History Month – commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history. Looking for more ways to celebrate Women’s History Month? Check out this website. The American Women of Science symposium… Continue Reading…
March 2, 2022
Lorraine Hansberry: Sighted Eyes/Feeling Heart Directed By: Tracy Heather Strain Released: 2017 Rated: PG Available On: Kanopy (https://lindenhurstlibrary.kanopy.com/video/lorraine-hansberry-sighted-eyesfeeling-heart) Review: This documentary has everything a phenomenal documentary needs. From powerful insights, brilliant interviews, and a clear fascination with the subject at… Continue Reading…
December 9, 2021
Together Together Directed By: Nikole Beckwith Released: 2021 Rated: R Available On: Kanopy (https://lindenhurstlibrary.kanopy.com/video/together-together) Review: This film is a gift and a tribute to the power of human connection. With a soothing charm it conveys the awkward, sometimes uncomfortable, but… Continue Reading…
October 15, 2021
Rita Moreno: Just a Girl Who Decided to Go For It Directed By: Mariem Pérez Riera Released: 2021 Available On: Kanopy (https://lindenhurstlibrary.kanopy.com/video/rita-moreno-just-girl-who-decided-go-it) Over a 70+ year career, Rita Moreno defied both her humble upbringing and relentless racism to become one… Continue Reading…
January 13, 2022
Join scientists on a quest to better understand the weather and climate machine we call Earth. Why do scientists overwhelmingly agree that our climate is changing, and how can we be resilient – even thrive -in the face of enormous… Continue Reading…