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Letter from the President and CEO School’s out, COVID numbers are low and vaccination rates are high, and the cicadas are gone — now it’s time for summer fun!

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It’s time for authors. We are thrilled to host two bestselling authors in July. Daniel Silva writes the longrunning spy thriller series featuring Gabriel Allon, master art restorer and Israeli spy/assassin. Gail Tsukiyama offers brilliant historical fiction, often centered on lives of women.

It’s time for adventures. Katie, Brooke, and Cherise remind us that play is work, and is especially important for children’s development. Read tips for new hikers, trail suggestions, and how to make the most of day trips.

It’s time for relaxing. Emily recommends books to read then movies to watch, along with family movies.

It’s time for fresh food. Anne and Melanie inspire us with simple ways to eat healthy, along with a few recipes and cookbook recommendations.

It’s time for reading. Have you joined Summer Reading? Anyone can participate, with challenges and prizes for all ages. Check out Jean’s favorite children’s books for summer.

It’s time for learning. Ready for in-person classes? Join us for outdoor experiences. Prefer to stay virtual? We have online classes and book discussion groups! Pick up one of our new literacy activity kits for children or STEM activity kits for teens.

It’s time for preparing. Summer is always over too soon, but we’re here to help you get ready to go back to school. Kindergarten, Here We Come! is a favorite for parents and kids preparing for their first school milestone. And for students entering sixth grade, Middle School Pep Talk features tips about what to expect.

It’s time to be brave. Share your stories about witnessing or experiencing bias, racism, or discrimination in Howard County – as well as your stories of hope. Your stories will be shared (anonymously) with community leaders, organizations, and groups. The more stories provided, the greater the impact.

It’s summertime! We look forward to seeing you in our branches and online.

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summer: TIME for author works Daniel Silva: The Cellist Wed Jul 21 7 – 8 pm online Register at hclibrary.org > classes & events.

Master of international intrigue Daniel Silva follows up his acclaimed #1 New York Times bestsellers The Order, The New Girl, and The Other Woman with this riveting, actionpacked tale of espionage and suspense featuring art restorer and spy Gabriel Allon.

The fatal poisoning of a Russian billionaire sends Gabriel Allon on a dangerous journey across Europe and into the orbit of a musical virtuoso who may hold the key to the truth about his friend’s death. The plot Allon uncovers leads to secret channels of money and influence that go to the very heart of Western democracy and threaten the stability of the global order. The Cellist is a breathtaking entry in Daniel Silva’s “outstanding series” (People magazine) and reveals once more his superb artistry and genius for invention—and demonstrates why he belongs, “firmly alongside le Carré and Forsyth as one of the greatest spy novelists of all time” (The Real Book Spy).

Daniel Silva resides in Florida with his wife, television journalist Jamie Gangel, and their twins, Lily and Nicholas.

Gail Tsukiyama: The Color of Air Thu Aug 5 7 – 8 pm online Register at hclibrary.org > classes & events.

The beloved bestselling author and recipient of the Academy of American Poets Award and the PEN Oakland/ Josephine Miles Literary Award, Gail Tsukiyama returns with The Color of Air. A novelist whose dual Chinese and Japanese background features prominently in her writing, Tsukiyama presents a novel whose prose flows like the lava threatening her characters, with the grace of stringing leis with pikake, kukui nuts, and ti leaves. The literal and figurative scents of Hawai’i leap off the page and into the sight, sounds, taste, and touch of readers as they live alongside the Hilo locals, and hear the voices of the ghosts they cannot let go.

The residents' stories move through alternating sections from 1935 to the even deeper past —

a rich, vibrant, bittersweet chorus which tells the interweaving stories and a lifelong bond to each other and to others in their immigrant community. Even as the eruption of the Mauna Loa volcano threatens their lives and livelihoods, it also unearths long held secrets that have been simmering just below the surface.

In her years aside from writing, Tsukiyama co-founded the nonprofit WaterBridge Outreach: Books + Water. Alongside bestselling authors Ann Patchett, Gillian Flynn, Karen Joy Fowler, Mary Roach, and Lisa See, the foundation’s mission is to give children in developing communities hope for the future through nourishing their minds and bodies with books and water.

Gail Tsukiyama was born in San Francisco, California to a Chinese mother from Hong Kong and a Japanese father from Hawai'i. She is the bestselling author of Women of the Silk and The Samurai's Garden.

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You’re Invited to a Summer of Enriching Experiences

by Katie DiSalvo-Thronson, HCLS Administrative Branch Our staff and the collection can help you have a summer of exploration, enrichment, and educational adventure. Tell us where you want to go, and we’ll find what you need to get there. At every branch, you’ll find friendly people eager to point the way to the materials you want, listen to your questions and requests, and delight you with suggestions.

The library is your free, amazing resource, ready to help kids learn – and love it. And though we’ve had to learn in new ways this year, education experts tell us that PLAY promotes children’s learning (and it benefits adults, too!). So this summer, let HCLS assist your family in finding materials that inspire curiosity and excitement, while supporting the need for content-rich and diverse experiences. Bring your ideas to the library, and let’s see where they lead!

There are many ways to engage with your library this summer: in person, online, and through our curated materials with your needs in mind.

Where will the library take you?

summer: TIMEfor adventures

by Brooke McCauley, HCLS Administrative Branch

Howard County is home to the beautiful Patapsco Valley State Park, so you don't have to travel far to experience scenic trails of varying lengths and levels of difficulty.

Additionally, there are numerous bike trails and local paths from which to choose.

Apps such as All Trails can provide key information about trails in your desired area of exploration, and includes hiker reviews and photographs. State and local Recreation and Parks websites also contain information about enjoying the outdoors safely and considerately.

Here are a few tips for new hikers:

• Keep your hands free if possible by using a fanny pack or backpack.

• Hope for the best but plan for the worst. Some possible items to include Band-Aids, pain medication, sunscreen, protein snacks, water, toilet paper or wet wipes, and insect repellent.

• Make sure your phone is charged, but be aware that you may lose coverage in some wooded areas.

• Let someone know where you are going and the anticipated time of completion.

• Wear sturdy sneakers or hiking boots. They also add a layer of protection in case of snake or insect bites.

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• Do your research and when possible check out parking, level of difficulty/length of trail, and landmarks in the area before the trip.

• Know when sunset happens, so you don't get caught walking in the dark.

Need binoculars, trekking poles, or a compass?

Borrow them from the DIY Center at Elkridge Branch!

• Check the weather. Inclement weather can prove dangerous on trails, especially those with water features.

• Listen to your body! Stop and rest or slow down when you need to. Track your time, especially for out and back trails. Factor in water and food, but remember many trails don't have restrooms.

• Layering of clothes can support you for changes in temperature and provide protection from the elements, poisonous or thorny bushes, insects bites.

• Learn what is blooming when so you can plan to see various displays, such as mountain laurel or dogwoods.

• Go early or later in the day to avoid crowds.

• Don't leave valuables in your car.

HCLS continues to offer a wide selection of classes and events online, including live and pre-recorded classes for all ages. Stay up-to-date by visiting hclibrary.org > classes & events.

Making the Most of Local Day Trips

by Cherise Tasker, HCLS Central Branch Ever visited a town or building for the first time only to feel like you’d been there before? A vivid novel creates a world that readers feel they’ve actually visited. When planned in advance, day trips bring books to life.

Beach Lovers Generations of children have enjoyed Misty of Chincoteague, a Newbery Honor chapter book by Marguerite Henry. Based on the true story of Misty, a wild pony raised by orphaned siblings on their grandparents’ farm, the novel details how feral horses first came to the barrier islands of Maryland and Virginia.

Title is also available as CD, Playaway, and eAudiobooks, along with a film adaptation on DVD. Chincoteague and Assateague Islands may require more than a day since these journeys exceed three hours, but for fans of horses and beautiful rugged beaches, they're well worth it. Although the end-of-July annual pony swim made famous by Misty is canceled this year due to COVID-19, the week-long carnival will still take place.

Local Parks and Trails Patapsco Valley State Park

• Hilltop area • McKeldin • Avalon • Orange Grove • Hollofield

Architecture Enthusiasts In the novel Loving Frank by Nancy Horan, Mamah Borthwick Cheney tells the story of her affair with Frank Lloyd Wright, one of America’s most famous architects. Wright’s Pope-Leighey House is about an hour away In Alexandria, VA (just a few miles from Mount Vernon). Fallingwater is about a three-hour trip to Mill Run, PA. Both offer tours rich in original Wright furnishings and stained-glass windows. Fallingwater sits inside a bucolic 5,100-acre nature reserve. Loving Frank is available in print and electronic versions.

• Hamburg Rd near Frederick Rd. Liberty Reservoir Daniels Dam (Howard and Baltimore County) Gunpowder Falls-Hemlock Trail Prettyboy Trail Loch Raven Resevoir Masemore Hemlock Ravines Natural Area (along Gunpowder Falls) Torrey C. Brown Rail Trail Morgan Run Natural Environment Area (off Klees Mill Rd) The Appalachian Trail runs through western Maryland, too.

History Buffs Abolitionist John Brown’s 1859 raid of Harpers Ferry is reimagined in the National Book Award winner, Good Lord Bird

by James McBride. Brown mistakes “Little Onion,” an enslaved boy, for a girl, allowing the protagonist to raid Harpers Ferry and have a wealth of experiences such as meeting Frederick Douglass and Harriet Tubman. Available in print, eBook, and on CD, the novel is also a miniseries in our DVD collection.

Travel to Harpers Ferry in West Virginia in under 90 minutes, and your can explore the National Historical Park’s battlefields, museums, hiking trails, canals, and shops. For kids, print the Junior Ranger certification activities, coloring pages, and photo and history scavenger hunt.

HCLS has a wonderful travel collection to help in planning book-to-travel adventures. In our high-traffic region, hit the road early to allow the most time at your designated spot.

Then again, with audiobooks, the driving time is part of the fun.

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Scan QR code for fun family movies!

Read it! Watch it!

Read these awesome books, then see the stories come to life on screen!

by Emily Bell, HCLS Central Branch Paddington by Michael Bond Follow the adventures of Paddington, the marmalade-loving bear from Peru, as he adjusts to life with a family of humans in London.

The movie adaptations are the equivalent of a warm hug – wholesome and fun for all ages.

For all ages.

A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman The heartwarming tale of a curmudgeonly old man Ove whose world is turned topsyturvy when a young family moves in next door. Will this new family be able to crack Ove’s tough exterior?

For adults.

Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi

Where’d You Go Bernadette? by Maria Semple After planning a big trip to Antarctica, the family matriarch Bernadette disappears with no notice and it's up to her teenage daughter to figure out what happened. Cate Blanchett stars as the titular character in the film adaptation.

For adults.

This autobiographical graphic novel tells the story of Marjane Satrapi’s tumultuous childhood growing up in Iran amidst the Islamic Revolution. The film adaptation was nominated for Best Animated Feature at the 2007 Academy Awards.

For ages 14+.

Little Women by Louisa May Alcott

You by Caroline Kepnes An eerie tale narrated by an obsessive stalker and master manipulator, Joe, who will stop at nothing to be with his dream girl. In the television series, Penn Badgley perfectly plays the role of the unassuming creep.

For adults.

Louisa May Alcott’s beloved coming-of-age tale of the four March sisters has been adapted many times. Most recently, Greta Gerwig’s 2019 adaptation garnered six Academy Award nominations and took home the prize for Best Costume Design.

For ages 14+.

Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty

The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas

The perfect twisty summer read, Moriarty’s novel features elementary school drama, female friendship, and mystery. Season 1 of the television show is a fairly faithful adaptation of the novel, and season 2 continues the story and expands on the aftermath of the book’s ending.

For adults.

The heart-wrenching story of Starr, a teen who witnesses her best friend’s murder at the hands of a police officer and has to deal with the emotional and political fallout that ensues.

Check out these awesome books then see the stories come to life on screen!

For ages 14+.

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HCLS continues to offer a wide selection of classes and events online, including live and pre-recorded classes for all ages. Stay up-to-date by visiting hclibrary.org > classes & events.

Staff Spotlight:

Mai-Leng Ong Title and branch: Senior Materials Specialist, Materials Management at HCLS Administrative Branch. My work involves developing and maintaining the Art Education, Adult Nonfiction, and World Languages Collections.

How long have you been with HCLS? I have been working with HCLS for more than 21 years and have enjoyed being here since day one!

What excites you the most about your work and HCLS as a whole?

I love my work tremendously because I can serve the community through my selections with a wide range of materials for the community’s reading pleasures as well as educational and self-directed learning of our customers.

HCLS is great place to work. The staff at HCLS are very creative and are committed to providing excellent resources and services to the entire community in Howard County.

How are you involved in the community?

I am involved with helping immigrants in our community. I help them to find needed resources and share information with them as they settle in this county and country.

What’s an unusual fact about you?

I am a second-generation Chinese born in Malaysia. It is a multi-ethnic country and because of this, I can speak three other languages besides English. Since Malaysia is a multicultural country, I learned from an early age to appreciate people from diverse backgrounds and to try to understand their cultures.

Favorite sport and/or sports team?

I love to bike, and I ride the tandem with my husband. One of the highlights is to ride the annual Seagull Century [100 miles] over in Salisbury, MD. Recently, we rode The Great

Alleghany Passage [Gap Trail] on our vacation. For the first time, I crossed the Eastern Continental Divide on our tandem!

What was your first job?

My first job was at the Computer Science Center [CSC] Library at the University of Maryland at College Park. I was one of the two librarians at CSC, and we served the students using the computer science lab. I was also responsible for cataloging the technical reports by the faculty of the Computer Science Department using the ACM classification system.

Favorite time of year?

I love the cool fall weather around here. It is a beautiful time of the year to watch the leaves turn to various sheds of orange and gold. Fall invigorates me because of cool crisp air where I can spend a lot of time outside, walking along trails, and biking after the summer heat.

What's your favorite place to travel?

I have many favorite places to visit. I love Istanbul and Eastern Europe. There is so much history and beauty over there. I would love to go back again to visit places that I have not been able to cover on our previous trips.

HCLS ADULT SUMMER READING CHALLENGE Summer Reading is back and better than ever! Give yourself some time to read, relax and learn this summer by participating in our Adult Summer Reading Challenge.

We encourage you to read in whatever format you like the most: audiobooks, eBooks, graphic novels, and hold-inyour-hands books — they all count towards your summer reading goal! Get started at hclibrary.org/summer.

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Find a Great Read

by Jean Boone, HCLS Central Branch Do you need more book ideas? Visit our Summer Reading Book Promo Playlist for videos about the great books on our summer reading lists. These lists are organized by grade level and have more than 100 suggestions each. You can also come to a branch or call to talk to a Children’s or Teen Instructor to find just the right fit for your child.

If you come to the Central Branch, you might meet Children’s Instructor Jean Boone, who loves to help kids find books. She says, “Every book - even the silliest! - can be a launchpad of learning. The key is finding the book or topic that captures YOUR imagination.” Check out some of Ms. Jean’s favorites in

Ms. Jean Recommends Where the Mountain Meets the Moon

by Grace Lin A fantastic family read-aloud incorporating the folklore of China into a great adventure story.

Ballpark Cookbook: American League

by Katrina Jorgensen Create your own stadium foods and host a backyard game!

Citizen Scientists: Be a Part of Scientific Discovery from your Own Backyard by Loree Griffin Burns Go outside together and count bugs, birds, butterflies and frogs!

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Bedtime Math: An Excuse to Stay Up Late by Laura Overdeck Fun stories and math challenges that put everyone’s brains to work before they sleep.

Potato Pants by Laurie Keller Just laugh.

Du Iz Tak? by Carson Ellis Can you decode the bug language in this book? Even nonsense words build literacy (and they’re fun to say out loud!).

STEAM Play and Learn by Anna Dziengel “What will happen if I...?” - fun and safe activities and experiments with household materials.

The Day You Begin by Jacqueline Woodson Encouragement for telling your unique story wherever you find yourself, especially if you have a school transition ahead.

National Geographic Kids, HCLS eResource for kids Check out the video “Things You Wanna Know About Sharks,” to discover sharks’ superpowers!

Mango language learning, HCLS eResource for kids Avast! Start preparing for Talk Like a Pirate Day (Sept.

19) by learning the lingo on Mango.

Summer reads for adults, too.

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HCLS continues to offer a wide selection of classes and events online, including live and pre-recorded classes for all ages. Stay up-to-date by visiting hclibrary.org > classes & events.

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If you love to read and talk about books, the library is a great place to connect with others! This summer, our staff lead virtual book clubs for a variety of ages. Visit hclibrary. org > classes and events to register.

For children ages 6-8 transitioning from early readers to chapter books. Read the title, then participate in fun activities that include reading comprehension exercises and games.

Mon Jul 12 4:30 pm online Lola Levine and the Vacation Dream by Monica Brown

Award-Winning Chapter Books Discussions about award-winning chapter books for grades 4-6.

Wednesdays, 4:30 pm online Jul 21 Save Me a Seat by Sarah Weeks Aug 18

Tween Bookiverse A book club for readers ages 9-13 ready for more advanced fiction. Read the selected title, then join a group to share your thoughts and discuss the book. Enjoy a game or activity related to this session's book.

Mon Aug 9 4:30 pm online Amina’s Voice by Hena Khan

Space Case by Stuart Gibbs

STEAM Powered Book Club Ages 7-9 can join a Zoom discussion about the book, then participate in a related STEAM activity.

Tuesdays, 4:30 pm online Jul 20 Frankie Sparks and the Class Pet

by Megan Blakemore Aug 17

Book discussion groups for teens & adults also available. Search for them at hclibrary.org > classes & events.

The Scary Sleepover by Ariel Bernstein

Book Bundles If you want something to new to read or watch, but aren't exactly sure what ... our staff will fill a bag with six books or movies curated for special monthly topics or to your interests!

Complete the form at hclibrary.org and follow the usual

FOR CHILDREN (ages birth-10) & TEENS (ages 11-17)

pickup procedure. Topics change regularly, so check back often.

Track your reading, play fun educational mini-games, and find missions full of activities - with new missions released on Mondays through August 23. Discover

In Person Classes: Tails and Tales

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Come to an open air class for families with stories, songs and movement at one of our branches. Check hclibrary.org > classes & events for dates, times, and locations.

It’s never too late to join!

Mission Accomplished! Online

Participate in summer

Celebrate your summer reading accomplishment with us!

Share your accomplishments, learn about fun books, and enjoy engaging activities.

HCLS eContent along the way. Earn points and unlock

reading online at hcls. readsquared.com, or with a mission printout available at hclibrary.org/summer and at our branches. Earn 10 points

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If you need an outlet for your creativity, we’ve got you covered! Look for these virtual classes, YouTube playlists, and STEM kits for all kinds of projects you can try at home.

All these classes can be found on the HCLS YouTube channel, which is searchable by class title.

ASK A MASTER GARDENER

Make With Me Jessica Protasio, from HCLS Savage Branch, promotes library materials and learning through "making." Includes book recommendations and demonstrations for families.

Ask Maryland Master Gardeners questions and receive useful tips and practical advice. Online and in person opportunities are available. In person sessions are outdoors at the Miller Branch, in the Enchanted Garden.

Visit hclibrary.org > classes & events to register.

Ask a Master Gardener: In Person Miller Branch (410.313.1950) Mon Jul 12 10:30 am - 12 pm Sat Jul 24 10:30 am - 12 pm Sat Aug 7 10:30 am - 12 pm Sat Aug 21 10:30 am - 12 pm

Ask a Master Gardener: Online Tue Mon

Monica Spilis, from HCLS Glenwood Branch, explores topics in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Join her for fun, quick and easy activities and book suggestions that support learning and reading!

LEGO Engineering

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Join Howard County Master Gardeners to learn about strategies for keeping your garden healthy year to year.

After a productive gardening season, your garden needs some attention to ready it for next year. Learn how to improve your soil for next season's planting.

In partnership with Howard County Master Gardeners

Julie Naylor, from HCLS Central Branch, provides a new building challenge each week. Watch a brief video to receive new challenges, then create and engineer designs with LEGO™ blocks.

Teen Advisory Board Check out the awesome Teens Talk and Teach YouTube playlist created and curated by the HCLS Teen Advisory Board. From Python, to quadratic equations, baking giant cookies to learning to play the violin, there are learning opportunities for every interest!

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Literacy Activity Kits Support your child's development with one of our new literacy activity kits. Designed for children from birth to age 10, the kits include themed activities, manipulatives (objects that help children explore ideas in a hands-on way) and books, as well as tips, in English and Spanish, for parents and caregivers to support children's learning.

Themes include:

• Barnyard Animals • Things That Go! • Numbers & Shapes • Colors & Letters • Spanish/English Bilingual Learning The Literacy Activity Kits are available for borrowing at all HCLS branches, with more kits coming soon for ages 5 - 7 and ages 8 - 10.

Each Literacy Activity Kit may be borrowed for 21 days (3 weeks).

Due to limited quantity, they may not be renewed or borrowed with an Educator or Satellite card.

Customers may borrow one kit at a time. For additional information, contact any HCLS branch.

STEM Activity Kits These loanable kits feature activities related to a specific STEM subject with the goal to encourage student (ages 11 - 18) engagement in science, technology, engineering, and math in a fun way. The STEM Activity Kits are a HiTech pilot program made possible from Verizon Foundation.

Visit hclibrary.org/hitech_events for summer HiTech classes.

summer: TIME for preparing Middle School Pep Talk Thu

Aug 9

6 - 7 pm

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Are you entering the 6th grade in the fall and not sure what to expect in middle school? Join seasoned middle school graduates for an honest conversation about expectations. To register, email Carmen.Jessop@hclibrary.org.

Kindergarten, Here We Come!

Available any time on HCLS YouTube:

For children entering kindergarten this fall; 45- 60 min.

Registration required.

Kindergarten, Here We Come!

Stories and activities to help students who will be entering kindergarten mark that all important first day. For dates, times, and locations, check hclibrary.org > classes & events.

Just for Kindergarteners: A Library Tour Back to School Middle School Playlist

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By Anne Lamberty, HCLS Elkridge Branch

The joys of summer are longer days and its chill vibe. Two of the best summer appliances are the grill and a high-speed blender. Both make preparation and clean up quick and easy.

Take a lead from fast casual food establishments and set up a bowl station with a simple assortment of grilled foods and staples. Have a selection of bases, toppings, and grilled options to satisfy different food preferences or sensitivities.

Grill meats, sliced summer squash, and corn are great additions to a base of greens or grains. Beans, nuts, and seeds can add extra protein, texture, and flavor.

Want more guidance on how to build your bowls?

• Bowls: Vibrant Recipes with Endless Possibilities by America’s Test Kitchen,

• Whole Bowls: Complete Gluten-Free and Vegetarian Meals to Power Your Day by Allison Day, or

• Bowls of Plenty: Recipes for Healthy and Delicious WholeGrain Meals by Carolynn Carreño.

• Rodney Scott’s World of BBQ by Rodney Scott, • VBQ: The Ultimate Vegan Barbecue Cookbook by Nadine Horn, and

• Korean BBQ: Master Your Grill in Seven Sauces by Bill Kim.

Kids can help with the preparation for corn on the cob grilled in the husks with advice from Bobby Flay’s Barbecue Addiction by Bobby Flay. Simply pull down the husks and remove the silk. Fold the husks back up and soak the ears in an ice bath for 10 minutes with a few pinches of salt. After soaking, shake off the excess water and grill, turning the corn until each side has been towards the flames for 5 minutes or until the kernels pierce easily with a knife.

Get a curated selection of cookbooks by requesting a BBQ, grilling and outdoor entertaining book bundle. Select the Bundle Bags quick link at hclibrary.org or call your branch to reserve one.

Build a Bowl

Watermelon has a high water content making this refreshing smoothie perfect for outdoor dining. Add to your blender: a half cup oat milk or coconut milk, a tablespoon of chia seeds (optional), two cups of watermelon cubes, 1 cup of strawberries, juice of half a lime, 5-10 fresh mint leaves and ice. Blend until smooth and add agave nectar to taste.

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toppings

salad mix kale rice grain of choice

cucumbers tomatoes onions cheese beans nuts and seeds fresh herbs dressings

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Complete your meal with grilled peaches and stay hydrated with a watermelon smoothie. Both fruits are at their peak.

For the peaches, cut them in half, remove the pit, brush with olive oil and grill until soft. The fruit’s natural sweetness comes out when heated. Pairs well with ice cream!

For more inspiration, check out

• Smoothie Project by Catherine McCord, • Superfood Smoothies by Julie Morris, or • The Part-Time Vegetarian Smoothies and Juices Recipe Book by Tina Haupert.

Experiment with the summer’s bounty on your grill to make meals quick and easy, leaving more time for summer relaxation.

HCLS continues to offer a wide selection of classes and events online, including live and pre-recorded classes for all ages. Stay up-to-date by visiting hclibrary.org > classes & events.

Expert Advice: Healthy Summer Eating!

Summer is in full swing, and it's time for hikes, day trips, picnics, and backyard barbeques!

We're all going to need some healthy snacks and meal ideas to keep us energized and ready for fun. Melanie Berdyck, a nutritionist with Giant Food, shares some ideas and tips for healthy summer foods for everyone to enjoy.

Q: When planning for a day of adventure and fun, what are some healthy and tasty "no cooler required" snacks to pack along that can be stashed in a backpack or bag?

A: When out on the trail or enjoying a day of outdoor fun, you can't go wrong with shelf-stable nutrient-dense snacks like nuts, almond or peanut butter packs, dried fruit, seeds, trail mix, or snack bars. Fruits that travel well, like apples, grapes, or packaged fruit cups, are other terrific options.

Q: No one likes a sad salad, but salads can be a great meal on a hot summer day. How do we turn a plate of lettuce into something more exciting?

A: Take your greens to the next level on the grill! Choose crisp, hearty greens like kale, romaine, Swiss chard, endive, cabbage, or butter lettuce. Cut in half with the core intact, then brush with olive oil, salt, and pepper or your favorite spice blend. Toss them on a hot grill for crunchy, caramelized greens.

Q: One of the best things about summer is the abundance of fresh fruits and veggies. What are some of your favorite ways to use summer seasonal produce?

A: What I love about summer produce is that it is so versatile! Sprinkle some berries on your breakfast cereal, yogurt, or salads. Take a medley of fresh greens and berries to make a smoothie. Toss slide peaches, strawberries, or grapes in the freezer for a cold snack on a hot day. Nothing beats refreshing fruit-infused water or seltzer water. For picnics, slice up your favorite veggies and pair them with hummus. Lastly, grill your sliced veggies like asparagus, zucchini or peppers.

For a healthier dessert option, grill pineapple, bananas, or peaches. The natural sugars will caramelize for a sweet treat.

Q: What is your go-to dish to take to a BBQ or on a summer picnic? Would you share your recipe with us?

A: My go-to dish for a summer picnic is a healthy, flavorful Quinoa and Black Bean Salad. It holds well and won’t wilt in the sun. Plus, the recipe takes only minutes to prepare.

Black Bean and Quinoa Salad 1 cup quinoa 1 shallot 2 tomatoes 1/2 (12 oz) pkg sliced sweet peppers 1 avocado 2 limes 1/2 cup cilantro leaves 1/4 cup olive oil 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese 2 cups baby arugula Prepare quinoa according to package directions.

Meanwhile, dice the shallot and chop the tomatoes and mini bell peppers. Dice the avocado, zest, and juice the limes, and chop the cilantro. Transfer shallot, tomatoes, bell peppers, avocado, lime zest and juice, and olive oil to a large bowl.

Carefully mix the beans and quinoa with the vegetables and season with salt (in moderation) and pepper. Scatter the crumbled feta and arugula over the top of the salad, and serve.

Melanie Berdyck is a nutritionist for Giant Food, based in Ellicott City. She is a Registered Dietitian, Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (RD, LDN), Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management (CSOWM), and a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT). She believes in practical steps to improving health and wellness, where no foods are off-limits!

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Project Literacy: Adult Basic Education

by Ben Hamilton, HCLS Central Branch Founded in 1987, Howard County Library System’s Project Literacy provides for the educational needs of adult English language learners and native English speakers in Howard County. The program serves Howard County residents who want to learn English, obtain citizenship, improve work skills, explore career options, or earn a high school diploma.

an advanced degree or professional work experience in their country of birth fits the general definition of a skilled immigrant. In the workforce classes, participants network, talk with local agencies, and practice job-specific skills and English for work.

For those interested in obtaining a high school diploma in the United States, the National External Diploma Program (NEDP) is now available through Project Literacy. NEDP is a way for adults, 18 or older, to earn a high school diploma through the local library for free.

If you are interested in volunteering with a community of teachers and learners working together to achieve goals and create relationships, contact prolit@hclibrary.org.

Project Literacy offers free English language instruction to immigrants at all levels of English proficiency, beginners through advanced. Popular classes include pronunciation, grammar, reading, writing, speaking, and citizenship preparation. Our team works with you to help you achieve your English goals through group and individualized instruction.

Thanks to a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, Project Literacy now offers workforce classes specifically for skilled immigrants. Someone with

We all have stories to tell about witnessing or experiencing bias, racism, and discrimination in our county. Your experiences will be shared (anonymously) with the groups you identify as needing to hear them (like the school system, elected officials, law enforcement, social service agencies, realtors) as well as community leaders and groups.

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“During a Battle of the Books team meeting with my daughter, we were discussing excerpts from Kekla Magoon's book, The Season of Styx Malone. One of the white students couldn't believe that a parent would ever encourage their child to be ordinary and just keep their head down. The family in question is black. We then went on to discuss how the parent was trying to keep his black sons safe. It gave me so much hope to know that we can raise our white children to really see, advocate for, and amplify the voices of their friends of color.”

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A call for submissions by the Inner Arbor Trust asked for designs to paint onto a picnic table to be displayed in Symphony Woods during 2021.

In memory of Kathleen S. Glascock: Robert Owings Glascock

On the table top, I chose to paint the nostalgic scene of a suburban silhouette composed of trees, houses, buildings, and light posts set against an afternoon sky. The artwork is meant to be reminiscent of life in Howard County.

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There are many reasons that I love working in Howard County, including wonderful communities and accessible county resources such as our world-class Howard County Library System.

My family visits the Library regularly. We all borrow books of course, but we engage in many programs as well, including Battle of the Books, Spelling Bee, and Preschool Circle Time. We love the library because it creates numerous opportunities for educational and social networking in our community.

In fact, the Library is so important to my family, and to me personally, that I have chosen to invest my time as a member of the Board of the Friends & Foundation of the Howard County Library System, or as we simply refer to it, “The Friends”.

As the parent of a elementary school aged children, I have a particular interest in supporting the Library’s new van (see back cover) that will bring Library collections, services, and programs to all corners of the community, focusing on preparing children for kindergarten.

While our family favorite when our kids were young were the regular Preschool Circle Time, we know the entire county enjoys all of these Library efforts, and then some. That’s why my family supports the Friends, and why I invite you to as well. - Ronnie Wooten, Friends & Foundation of HCLS Board member

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