The word "foreclosure " generates anxiety for many homeowners. Over the past few years, the media has highlighted issues that have lead to an increase in foreclosures. As a result, there are now a variety of programs available to homeowners to either keep or leave their homes.
At last, the tree in the hall just outside the Children's Division has burst forth in blossoms, revealing its true identity -- it is a cherry tree! Just like the famed Washington, D.C. cherry trees that are blooming along the Tidal Basin.
Enjoy the history and beauty of the District's favorite flowers at home or all year-round with these great children's books:
The graphic novels he excels at may be full of mystery, adventure and no small dose of suspense -- as is Mr. Brandon, the man himself! I was fortunate enough to snag a few top-secret words with him ... which I then leaked to this website. Shhh, don't tell!
So, Mr. Brandon -- is that your undercover alias, or am I not allowed to know?
No comment.
How long have you been an agent of Operation Teen Space?
For six months, but my previous posting -- let's just say the details are still classified.
The DC Public Library and Capital Area Asset Builders present a seminar on financial literacy. Topics include:
We meet April 29 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Auditorium, room A-5. Call us at 202-727-1161 or visit us online.
When a food writer who is also a clinical psychologist writes a book about one of the country's top restaurants, the result is a foodie's delight, a resource for anyone who wonders what being a top chef really involves; and if the writer is Scott Haas, a great read full of equally great insights into the people.
Begin Spring by reading a story about a sure thing: Showers in the month of April.
George Shannon with illustrators Jose Aruego and Ariane Dewey create a chorus of dancing frogs exhorting the joys of getting soaking wet. Although the frogs “do what’s right” and ‘play by the rules,” danger lurks when a snake comes shimmering by.
Read April Showers and discover a surprise for both reader and frog.
Can you imagine not being able to come to the library as a child? Before the early 1900s, this was the case in most public libraries, and children could not enjoy library resources like adults.
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On Tuesday, April 9, at 6:30 p.m., acclaimed author Jefferson Morley discusses Washington City, Francis Scott Key, the Forgotten Race Riot of 1835, and how this gripping chapter of slave history relates to Emancipation more than two decades later. "Snow-Storm in August is the sort of book I most love to read: history so fresh it feels alive, yet introducing me to a time and place that I had little known or utterly misunderstood. After reading Jefferson Morley's vibrant account, one can never hear 'The Star-Spangled Banner' the same way again." |
Slow Gardening: A No-Stress Philosophy for All Senses and Seasons is a very accessible book for all shades of green thumbs.
It includes an introduction to slow gardening and discusses the psychology of gardening. The practical aspects of this book include choosing a spot, design, general plant information and other tips and tricks.
Many ideas to inspire you to garden slow are included along with great photos.
