Medical student Amy Brenner is spending the night on a locked psychiatric ward. Amy has been dreading her evening working on Ward D, the hospital's inpatient mental health unit. There are very specific reasons why she never wanted to do this required overnight rotation. Reasons nobody can ever find out. And as the hours tick by, Amy grows increasingly convinced something terrible is happening within these tightly secured walls. When patients and staff start to vanish without a trace, it becomes clear that everyone on the unit is in grave danger. Amy's worst nightmare was spending the night on Ward D. And now she might never escape.
Paddington returns to Peru to visit his beloved Aunt Lucy, who now resides at the Home for Retired Bears. With the Brown family in tow, a thrilling adventure ensues when a mystery plunges them into an unexpected journey.
This practical, illustrated guide by Kris Bordessa features over 120 recipes to help you swap processed, store-bought foods for healthier, homemade versions. Learn to make pantry staples like pancake mix, sourdough bread, ranch dressing, hummus, pickles, and marmalade—all using simple ingredients. From breakfast and baking to condiments, snacks, and canning, each recipe is designed to save money, reduce waste, and boost nutrition. Whether you're a homesteader or just want more control over what you eat, this book will help you fill your kitchen with wholesome, homemade food that’s better for your budget—and your body.
Dive into a summer of fun with the Sparta-Hancock County Library's Summer Reading Program! Enjoy weekly activities like Quick Crafts, Stay & Play, Messy Art, and Music & Movement, plus special events in June and July featuring reptiles and a mobile art museum. Check our calendar for all the details – it's going to be a blast!
Join us for fun and learning every week! Enjoy colorful songs and movement on the 1st Thursday, lively music and movement on the 2nd Thursday, and engaging Story Time every Friday. See you there!
Get creative with us every week! Enjoy Quick Craft Mondays, Stay & Play Tuesdays, and Messy Art Wednesdays. There's something fun for everyone!
Ready for a fascinating Summer Reading performance! Southeastern Reptile Rescue with Jason Clark will be at the Sparta-Hancock County Library on Saturday, June 14th at 11 AM. Learn about and see incredible reptiles up close.
Please note that all Azalea Libraries will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in observance of Juneteenth.
Who: Any child who hasn’t started kindergarten is encouraged to participate. You can start at any time, just be sure to finish before your child enters kindergarten.
Why 1,000 books before kindergarten?
Sharing books and stories is important for a child’s brain development.
Children who are read to at an early age have larger vocabularies when they enter school.
The most important predictor of school success is being read to at home during early childhood.
Reading aloud to infants and children encourages social, emotional, and cognitive development.
A toddler’s brain creates up to two million new connections every second.
A child’s brain develops most rapidly before the age of three.
The ability to learn language skills is greatest before the age of six.
Can I count the same book more than once? Yes! You may count the same title as many times as your child wants to read it, but we also encourage you to read a wide array of books to increase your child’s exposure to different vocabulary and concepts.
When is the deadline to finish reading 1,000 books? Your child must have read their 1,000 books before they begin kindergarten. You have plenty of time to finish!
The PINES student PLAY card gives all Hancock County students a special library card using their student number with no late fees. These PLAY cards are funded by a generous grant from Georgia Public Library Service. Find more info at www.azalealibraries.org/play-card.
