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  • Ad Astra: Optimistic Science Fiction

    In recent times, the term “science fiction” has been nearly synonymous in popular culture with oppressive dystopias, apocalyptic end-times and struggles against technologically superior foes. From “The Hunger Games” and “1984” to “The Stand” and “The Last of Us,” our view of the future takes a turn for the grim when writers find the present … Read more

    AdultsPosted August 6
    by David Litherland
  • Teen Photo Contest Winners 2026

    We are excited to announce that we have the winners of this year’s Teen Photo Contest! We had 22 entries and they were all outstanding! The teens have submitted their photographic interpretations of this year’s Summer Reading theme, “Unearth a Story,”™ and after much deliberation, we have selected this year’s winners. Below are the top … Read more

    TeensPosted August 3
    by Megan
  • Reader Review: Atmosphere

    Human to human connection is the thing I most value in books I read. And in the novel “Atmosphere,” while a one sentence description may focus primarily on the astronaut, space-travel, or shuttle-explosion elements of this story, this book is really about the power of making connections with other people. As we meet Joan around … Read more

    AdultsPosted July 31
    by patron reviewer
  • Back to School Events 2026

    Back-to-school season can be exciting, nerve-wracking and expensive! Several community organizations have come together to host back-to-school events to support our students and their families. The events are organized by date. Voluntary Action Center Back to School Program July 13 – August 28 VAC office in the Cindy Mustard Resource Center on the Opportunity Campus … Read more

    KidsPosted July 31
    by DBRL Kids
  • Dinos Are For Adults, Too

    Maybe you know a dino loving kid or maybe you were one. Maybe you never lost the Jurassic fever. I’m here to tell you that the adventure of digging up the ancient past, fantastic creatures, and distant worlds can be as exciting as it ever was. Let’s start with “The Fossil Hunter,” by Shelley Emling, … Read more

    AdultsPosted July 30
    by MaggieM
  • New DVD List: July 2026

    Here is a new DVD list highlighting various titles recently added to the library’s collection. “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” – Season 1 – Website / Reviews  Based on a collection of novellas by George R. R. Martin, a young and naive but courageous knight and his diminutive squire face a series of dangerous exploits … Read more

    AdultsPosted July 29
    by Decimal Diver
  • Analog Summer

    This past weekend I enjoyed a solo al fresco breakfast in downtown Columbia, and as I sipped my coffee I realized I wanted to be doing anything but scrolling on my phone. I needed to spend some time with myself, not enthralled with whatever might show up on my social media. After telling my insulin … Read more

    AdultsPosted July 27
    by Gretchen
  • Library Programming, a Peek Behind the Curtain

    Last year, Daniel Boone Regional Library hosted 1,788 programs, drawing a total attendance of more than 39,000. That number included people of all ages and backgrounds, some who visited library programs every week and many who came for only one event. Whether you are at one of our locations for a children’s story time, a … Read more

    AdultsPosted July 23
    by Marida

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