10 Ways to Make Talk Like a Pirate Day Fun…and Educational!

September 19, 2016

September 19th is a favorite day for the buccaneers out there: International Talk Like A Pirate Day! Kids love pirates,…

Talk Like a Pirate: Family History Time

September 19, 2016

Talk Like a Pirate Day is merely a starter for the Language of My Foremothers. Talking the talk is fun,…

My Cubii, My Buddy

September 19, 2016

Cubii: Earn Weight Watchers fitness points at your desk through low impact, low intensity pedaling.

Raising a Sensitive Boy

September 19, 2016

When you have a sensitive boy in your family, you may feel torn between wanting to protect him from those…

Pirate Day Decor

September 19, 2016

Yes, it's International Talk Like A Pirate Day again. Let's decorate and have fun ARRRRR!!!!

Review: Doodle Adventures by Mike Lowery

September 19, 2016

Be the author, the illustrator, and part of the story. And draw in your books!

Panel Report: ‘Star Trek’ Reads Queer

September 17, 2016

"'Star Trek' is hella queer," was the consensus of a panel held at 'Star Trek' Mission NY on Labor Day…

Tune Into the Paralympics Now — Records Are Being Set!

September 16, 2016

It's feeling like autumn. Schools have started. The Olympic Games might seem like a distant memory. But oh no, my…

5 Ways ‘Lowriders in Space’ Celebrates the Border Culture

September 16, 2016

It's Hispanic Heritage Month! Take a bajito y suavecito cruise with the 'Lowriders in Space' series.

6 Things Parents Should Know About the Sphero Force Band

September 16, 2016

The Force has never felt more real, thanks to the new Force Band coming September 30 from Sphero.

Hit Reset: Colorit Adult Coloring Books Review

September 16, 2016

Melody hits pause and resets after a busy back-to-school season with a Colorit Adult coloring book and a good friend.

‘Toil and Trouble’: A Tantalizing Tale

September 16, 2016

Maighread Scott's graphic series, 'Toil and Trouble,' tells the tale of the three witches from 'MacBeth.' The story weaves in…

‘Bridget Jones’ Baby’: A Fun Nostalgic Romp

September 16, 2016

'Bridget Jones' Baby' gives us everything we loved about our heroine in a fun romp.

Top 10 Episodes of ‘Star Trek: Voyager’

September 15, 2016

Voyager is my favorite Trek and if that makes me an anomaly, it just means I fit right in.

Oz Comic-Con Sydney 2016 (Review)

September 15, 2016

All my favourites from a weekend at Oz Comic-Con Sydney 2016. But it's not over yet! This con spreads over…

Between The Bookends 9/16: Monsters, Steampunk and Embalmed Heads

September 15, 2016

Our reading interests are varied this month, including science books for kids, supernatural thrillers, Night Vale novelizations, Webmages, steampunk, and…

‘Storks”s Screening Invite Plus Giveaway!

September 15, 2016

Two ways to win with Storks. Connecticut residents can receive a free screening and everyone in the U.S. can enter…

What ELSE Can You Do With a Library Card?

September 14, 2016

It's Library Card Sign-Up Month, so take advantage of it by checking out some of the services your library provides…

My Favorite Read-Aloud Books Right Now: September 2016

September 14, 2016

My family's favorite read-alouds this month cover embracing what makes you different, finding beauty in ordinary life, and coping with…

Oz Comic-Con: Where Cosplay Champions Are Born

September 14, 2016

Last year's Oz Comic-Con Cosplay Champion took home the global Crown Championships of Cosplay at C2E2. So what did Sydney…