By Ingrid Howard When Syracuse-born Lawrence DeLucas came to UAB to study chemistry, he probably didn’t imagine that his passion for science eventually would lead him all the way to space. But when he passed his first two organic chemistry tests with flying colors, his teacher offered him a job, and DeLucas started imagining what it would be like to be a scientist. “I was … [Read more...]
Cooking the Books: Readers Share Recipes through Homewood Library’s Let’s Dish Club
Editor's note: Homewood Library has discontinued this program. By Donna Cornelius “Eating and reading are two pleasures that combine admirably,” C.S. Lewis said. The famous writer would have felt right at home at the Homewood Public Library, where food is the focus of several classes, special events – and a new club. Judith Wright, the teen librarian, and Charity … [Read more...]
Late in Life Librarian: Lifelong Love of Books Prompts Retirees to Give Back
By Sarah Kuper The bookstore on the lower level of the Homewood Library is home to hundreds of used books, movies and magazines. Most cost one dollar or less. The store is almost completely staffed by volunteer members of Friends of the Library – a group of individuals who believe in the importance of a quality local library. Sue Thomas says she is spending her retirement … [Read more...]
Programmed to Party: The Homewood Library Celebrates 75 Years
By Emily Williams Libraries aren't just for books anymore, at least that's what folks at the Homewood Public Library think. This year marks the library's 75th anniversary and Executive Director Deborah Fout and her staff are celebrating their ability to keep community members filing through the doors every day. The library holds a four-star rating from the Library Journal … [Read more...]