A Quiet Life in the Country: A Lady Hardcastle Mystery by T.E. Kinsey
Lady Emily Hardcastle is an eccentric widow with a secret past. Florence Armstrong, her maid and confidante, is an expert in martial arts. The year is 1908 and they've just moved from London to the country, hoping for a quiet life. But it is not long before Lady Hardcastle is forced out of her self-imposed retirement. There's a dead body in the woods, and the police are on the wrong scent. Lady Hardcastle makes some enquiries of her own, and it seems she knows a surprising amount about crime investigation. As Lady Hardcastle and Flo delve deeper into rural rivalries and resentment, they uncover a web of intrigue that extends far beyond the village. With almost no one free from suspicion, they can be certain of only one fact: there is no such thing as a quiet life in the country.
Joy Goddess: A'Lelia Walker and the Harlem Renaissance by A'Lelia Bundles
A'Lelia Walker, daughter of entrepreneur Madam C.J. Walker, was a prominent patron of the arts and a central figure of the Harlem Renaissance. Inheriting her mother's hair care empire, she became America's first high-profile Black heiress. Dubbed the "joy goddess of Harlem's 1920s," Walker hosted legendary parties and salons at her New York homes, entertaining luminaries like Langston Hughes and Zora Neale Hurston. This biography, written by her great-granddaughter, uses personal correspondence and research to paint a nuanced portrait of a woman who was a fashion trendsetter and international traveler while also struggling to define herself outside her mother's shadow.
Get ready to get messy! Join us for a Messy Art Day on Wednesday, October 1st, and again on Wednesday, October 29th. Bring your creativity and get ready for some fun.
Celebrate the joy of reading during Teen Read Week from Tuesday, October 14th through Saturday, October 18th.! Stop by the library for fun activities, book displays, and challenges just for teens. Explore new stories, discover hidden gems, and connect with friends who love books as much as you do.
Join us for Teen Board Game Day on Saturday, October 18th, at 11 AM! We'll have a variety of games to play, or feel free to bring your own. It's the perfect chance to hang out, make new friends, and show off your gaming skills. Don't miss out!
AZRLS Libraries will be closed on Monday, October 13, 2025. We will resume regular operating hours the following day, Tuesday, October 14th.
However, you can place holds on items for future pick-up through PINES and our digital collection is always available for your convenience, via Libby and hoopla!
PINES is pleased to offer dedicated mobile apps for both Android and iOS devices so that cardholders may search the catalog and manage their accounts from their phone or tablet!
Use the app to:
Search the catalog
Place hold requests
See your due dates and renew items
Check on fines
Get any PINES library’s address and contact information
Special features include:
Digital card which can be scanned in place of your library card
Multiple account management – switch between your account and your children’s accounts easily
Need help accessing benefits?
Georgia Gateway Kiosks are now available at ALL Azalea Libraries! Users can access the Georgia Gateway portal to renew, change, and review their benefits including Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS), Medicaid and PeachCare for Kids®, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and Women, Infants & Children (WIC). Support for this program is provided through Food and Nutrition Service grant funds administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture through the Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS).
The kiosks are self-service and will be most useful to clients who are renewing their benefits, checking their status, or filing routine changes. Library staff are not trained to answer questions about benefits eligibility or handle sensitive data. DHS clients requiring guidance should be directed to their nearest DHS office via the informational palm card located on the kiosk, at dfcs.ga.gov/locations, or by calling DHS customer service at (877) 423-4746.
