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If you've been wanting to learn a language, or refresh or skills, here is your sign.

Did you know that your local library is a government documents repository?

If you know, you know. (And if you don't, you're about to find out!)

Timothy West was prolific. Not only that, but what he did was so varied - stage & screen; historical & literary; Shakespeare.

Did you know that our Illinois Room can double as a quiet space?

There has always been a fascination with true crime. In Cold Blood by Truman Capote is considered to be the first classic true crime book. Recently, with podcasts about true crime, ID documentaries, and television shows inspired by crimes, there is no lack of places to turn to.

28 Grammys to his name, an Academy Award for best original score, producer, composer, songwriter. He helped to introduce us to some of the biggest names that will ever exist. We all grew up listening to & watching things that he did.

Did you guys know that there is a National Historic Site essentially right down the street from Quincy?

The definition of a crime as well as how one solves a case has changed over time. Advances in technology have also changed how crimes are solved, especially with the use of DNA testing. If you like your true crime to have a historical twist, look no further! 

Every month, a member of the staff at QPL share their top favorite books. This month, Carrie Hummel, Outreach Programming Specialist, is sharing her top favorite books with you!

1. The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street by Karina Yan Glaser

You've seen her in stuff, I swear you have.

The right to vote has a long history in the United States and members of marginalized communities and women had to fight to be able to vote. In 1920, women in the United States were finally granted the right to vote with the 19th Amendment. 

Quick history lesson, Lilly Ledbetter was an advocate for fair pay, specifically as it pertains to the difference in pay we see between the genders.