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"Outside of a dog, a book is man's best friend. Inside of a dog, it's too dark to read." - Groucho Marx.
During the week between Christmas and New Year’s, many folks find themselves enjoying vacation or holiday time off from the obligations of work and school. For a lot of families, this is a nice time to settle in for a relaxing evening at home with a holiday movie. Tired of heading to the video store or waiting for your Netflix selection to arrive? Why not check out what your public library has to offer in holiday themed movies...
Instead of listing dozens of choices here…simply click on our automated card catalog. In the search box type in “Christmas films” and select the subject link. You will find 51 films listed alone for the Warren Civic Center branch and 281 films listed if you decide to search all the libraries in the Suburban Library Cooperative at one time. Recent releases as well as classics and children’s films are listed.
The card catalog record will let you know if the DVD is currently checked in and available (remember to click "details" if you want the DVD's call number).Many Macomb libraries will allow you to place a hold or reserve if the item is checked out and will send the material to the library of your choice for pick up.
"Outside of a dog, a book is man's best friend. Inside of a dog, it's too dark to read." - Groucho Marx.
Let's talk turkey! Thanksgiving is this week, and while you're waiting for the bird to fry, roast, or bake, why not sit back and relax with one of these seasonal titles:
Scooby-Doo and the Thanksgiving Terror - Mariah Balaban Scary, spooky things happen year-round to hungry detective dog Scooby-Doo and his crew! This short story is all about a Thanksgiving parade float that comes to life, and only Scooby can solve the mystery. WCV E Scoo WDBE Scoo T
How to cook a turkey: and all the other trimmings - The editors of Fine Cooking magazine A holiday survival guide for those new to the kitchen or the holiday traditions, How to cook a turkey explains how to cook both a great big bird, and all the other side dishes and desserts you might want on the holiday. There's even a whole chapter on pie, whether you love apple, or live for pumpkin. WAM 641.66592 H
Alvin and the Chipmunks: Alvin's Thanksgiving celebration [DVD] In this collection of four episodes from the 1988 cartoon series, Alvin and his brothers Simon and Theodore, learn the meaning of family and fun. WCV DVD A83 Pieces of April [DVD] Katie Holmes stars in this offbeat indie film about April, the black sheep of a New York family. She's intent on hosting her entire family for Thanksgiving dinner - until she finds out her oven doesn't work, and her relatives are already on their way! Patricia Clarkson and Oliver Platt also star. WCV DVD 791.43 PIECES WDB DVDP 282
Detroit's Thanksgiving Day Parade - Romie Minor One of Arcadia Publishing's fantastic "Images of America" series, this book takes you behind the scenes of the Detroit Thanksgiving Day Parade, watched every Thanksgiving by hundreds of thousands of Michigan residents. Art Van Elslander and WJR's Paul W. Smith will be co-grand marshals for this year's parade, with the theme of "Together We Shine for 2009." WCV WDB WAM 977.434 M
Celebrations: The complete book of American holidays - Robert J. Myers An introduction to all holidays, including their origins, this Hallmark book is a great way to teach not just kids, but the whole family, about Thanksgiving and other upcoming holidays. WMB WAM 394.26 M
"Outside of a dog, a book is man's best friend. Inside of a dog, it's too dark to read." - Groucho Marx.
Long known as the holiday celebrated with wild parades and traditions in New Orleans, Mardi Gras (literally, “fat Tuesday”) was a celebration of the days leading up to the observance of Lent, when some people give up their favorites vices like candy and caffeine.Mardi Gras is the last day to eat these goodies, so make sure you pick up a pączki (poonch-key) before the day is done!Pick up one of these books, movies, or CDs while you’re relaxing.
Cajun Dance Hall (CD)
Featuring music mainly in French and it’s variant, French Creole, this CD will have you dancing along to well-known Cajun artists like Eddie LeJeune and David Doucet.
CD Folk: Cajun WCV
Creole Flavors: recipes for marinades, rubs, sauces, and spices – Kevin Graham
If you like a little crawfish or want to try your hand at gumbo, this is the book for you!Kevin Graham, a longtime New Orleans restaurant chef, promises to test your tastebuds – and your cooking savvy in this collection of tasty traditions.
641.6 G WAM SBL
New Orleans 2008
While Hurricane Katrina rocked the Crescent City in 2005, New Orleans is still a vibrant, city of cultural and spiritual wonders.Visit the French Quarter to glimpse Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau’s crypt, or the Garden District, where galleries and musicians still thrive. The Fodor’s edition explains the extent of hurricane damage and what’s been done to repair and revitalize the districts.
917.63 F WCV
Cendrillon: A Cajun Cinderella – Sheila Hébert-Collins
The Cinderella story may have its roots in the ancient Roman tale of Rhodopis, but there are versions all over the world, and all over the United States.Cendrillon has French words and phrases included in the story, and they’re defined on every page, so you can learn as you go!
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Interview with the Vampire (VHS)
Anne Rice’s book started off a series of vampire legends and movies, but this was the first.Starring Tom Cruise at the height of his popularity, and Brad Pitt and Kirsten Dunst as they were getting started, the movie showcases the lush backgrounds of New Orleans for hundreds of years.[Rated R.]
