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Summary: "Wonder Woman has been an inspiration for decades, and while not everyone would choose her star-spangled outfit for themselves, her compassion and fairness are worthy of emulation. We'll be presenting tales of the real-world heroes who take up Diana's mantle and work in the fields of science, sports, activism, diplomacy, and more!"--

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: DC Comics 2021

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1 available in Young Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: YA 920.72 WON

Summary: Strives to break through the myths and explain what addiction really is, what causes it, and how to get the best available treatments.

Format: moving image

Publisher / Publication Date: Home Box Office 2007

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 362.29 ADD

Hoare, Ben

Summary: "Find out how birds from around the world fly, feed, sense the world, communicate, build nests, protect their eggs, raise chicks, keep their feathers in top condition, defend themselves, and travel in search of food and nesting sites."--Amazon.com.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2019

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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 598 HOA

Hoare, Ben

Summary: Collects over one hundred specimens of the natural world, profiling rocks and minerals, microscopic life, plants, and animals.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2019

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Hoare, Ben

Summary: Plants are found almost everywhere on Earth, but to many people their lives are a mystery. Learn how seagrass flowers underwater, how the Venus flytrap counts to make sure it catches its prey, and why some tulips used to cost more than a house! This fascinating book for kids explores the vast plant kingdom and explains how plants work, as well as the weird and wonderful relationships they have...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2022

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Balis, Andrea

Summary: "A cutting-edge look into a pivotal moment in U.S. history: McCarthy's infamous "witch hunt" for communists during the 1950's Red Scare. At the cusp of the Cold War, Americans were so afraid of communists living among them that they began to hunt them like witches. As Senator Joe McCarthy took up this mantle to hunt down "communists" in the U.S., citizens grew terrified of being accused, so...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Roaring Brook Press 2024

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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 973.9 BAL

Song, Sok

Summary: "Ten original fashion origami garments -- including everyday items such as jeans, shorts, and tops -- complete with written instructions and illustrated diagrams."--

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint 2016

Copies Available at East Bay

1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 745.55 SON

Haise, Fred

Summary: "The extraordinary autobiography of astronaut Fred Haise, one of only 24 men to fly to the moon"--

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Smithsonian Books 2022

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 HAISE, FRED HAI

United States

Summary: "The formal findings of the bipartisan Congressional inquiry into the coordinated attempt to overthrow the 2020 election, with a foreword by attorney and Emmy-winning MSNBC anchor Ari Melber" --

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Harper 2022

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 973.933 JAN

Song, Sok

Summary: "Ten original fashion origami models, including a variety of dresses, with written instructions and illustrated diagrams."--

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint 2016

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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 745.55 SON

United States

Summary: "The official report from the House Intelligence Committee on Donald Trump's secret pressure campaign against Ukraine, featuring an exclusive introduction by Pulitzer Prize-winning author and biographer Jon Meacham. For only the fourth time in American history, the House of Representatives has conducted an impeachment inquiry into a sitting United States president. This landmark document...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Broadway Books 2019

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 342.73 IMP

Hope, Bob

Summary: The long-time king of show business offers a chronicle of his life and career, from Hollywood to the battlefields of North Africa, Europe, Korea, and Vietnam.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Putnam 1990

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 HOPE, BOB HOP

Siegel, Mark

Summary: "The Five Worlds are on the brink of extinction unless five ancient and mysterious beacons are lit. When war erupts, three unlikely heroes will discover there's more to themselves---and more to their worlds--than meets the eye. ... Oona Lee, the clumsiest student at the Sand Dancer Academy, is a fighter with a destiny bigger than she could ever imagine. An Tzu, a boy from the poorest slums, has...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Random House 2017

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1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: J 741.5 SIE

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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J GRAPHIC SIE

Summary: A documentary based on a series of interviews with Paul Bowles shortly before his death and anecdotes provided by his friends and collaborators including Gore Vidal, Bernardo Bertolucci, John Walters, Ruth Fainlight, Edmund White, William Burroughs, Francis Bacon and many others --Container.

Format: moving image

Publisher / Publication Date: First Run Features [distributor] 2013

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1 available in Documentary DVDs, Call number: DVD DOC PAU

Summary: In conjunction with the 100th anniversary of America's entry into the war on April 6, 1917, a six-hour documentary presented over three nights, explores how World War I changed America and the world. Drawing on the latest scholarship, including unpublished diaries, memoirs and letters, it tells the rich and complex story of the conflict through the voices of nurses, journalists, aviators and...

Format: moving image

Publisher / Publication Date: 2017

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2 available in E-TV DVDs, Call number: DVD E-TV GRE

Rouse, James

Summary: "Forget the fad diets--this program integrates mindfulness, eating with intention, and interval-based movement to help you live an inspired, healthier, and longer life. In Think Eat Move Thrive, Dr. James Rouse and Dr. Debra Rouse offer a simple piece of advice that goes a long way: stop looking at your habits and body as obstacles and start looking within. By replacing quick fixes with...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Pocket Books 2014

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613 ROU

Kinzinger, Adam

1 hold on 2 copies

Summary: "From former Illinois Congressman Adam Kinzinger, a gripping account of the January 6 committee, examining the forces that led to the attacks on the Capitol. On January 6, 2021, America watched in horror as a violent mob led by right-wing extremist groups stormed the U.S. Capitol in support of then-President Donald Trump. It was one of the darkest days in recent history, yet to former Illinois...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: 2023

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 KINZINGER, ADAM KIN

Copies Available at Peninsula

1 available in Adult, Call number: B KINZINGER KIN

Houde, John.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Calico Press 1999

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 363.256 HOU

Beach House.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: 2006

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1 available in Compact Audio Disc, Call number: CD POP/ROCK Beach

Davis, Kenneth C.

Summary: Examines the amusing perceptions that people historically have had about the world and the universe, with a look at the world map today and passages from memorable travel writers.

Format: sound recording-nonmusical

Publisher / Publication Date: Books on Tape 2013

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1 available in Compact Disc Audio Book, Call number: CD 910.2 DAV

Paul, Ron

Summary: Ron Paul, an eleven-term congressman from Texas and one-time presidential candidate, advocates for the reduction of federal power throughout the government in the United States.

Format: sound recording-nonmusical

Publisher / Publication Date: Hachette Audio 2009

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1 available in Compact Disc Audio Book, Call number: CD 332.11 PAU

Son, John

Summary: "Young readers rediscover the story of the largest and most luxurious ship ever built, The Titanic. Featuring historical imagery, first-hand accounts, and text"--Provided by publisher.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic, Inc. 2023

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Son, John

Summary: How can you directly impact the government? Vote! Elections are part of the foundation of our democracy. Readers learn how elections work, whether its voting on local rules or electing the President of the United States. The book also highlights why voting is so very important and how kids can become involved, even when they’re still years from casting their first vote.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an Imprint of Scholastic, Inc. 2020

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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 324.6 SON

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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 324.6 SON

Son, John.

Summary: As the largest and most populous continent on Earth, Asia is remarkably rich in history and culture, and its varied landscape contains everything from mountains and tundra to deserts and rainforests. Readers will see all that this diverse continent has to offer as they learn about its history, study its wildlife, and meet up with locals to see what life is like for Asias people. Features...

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2019

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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 950 SON

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