KPL LIT TALKS

Wonderland Comics

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage in another special lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Zachery DiPalma, about all thing's comic-book related.

Find out more about his store, Wonderland Comics, here: Home - Wonderland Comics

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Budget Breakdown

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Brian Palaia, Town Manager, and Jennifer Hawkings, Finance Director for the Town of Killingly, CT.

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Tune In

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage in another special lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Sarah Crowne, about her recently published YA novel, Tune In.

https://sarahcrownebooks.com/

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March's Most Likely

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss their most recent book orders and what they are most likely to read.

Books Mentioned:

There's Always Next Year by George Johnson and Leah Johnson

This Book Made Me Think of You by Libby Page

Run Home: A Graphic Memoir by Alyssa Bermudez

How to Get Away with Murder by Rebecca Philipson

A Scar like a River by Lisa Graff

If the Tree Could Speak: The Story of the Cross that Saw It All by Tim Tebow

Keeper of Lost Children by Sadiqa Johnson

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Paranormal Romance

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Desiree Niccoli, author of Untethering Dark, and the Haven Cove Series.

Learn more here: Desirée M. Niccoli | Romance with a bite

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Swoonworthy

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss romance books.

Books Mentioned:

One True Loves by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Dolly All the Time by Annabel Monaghan

Dear Emmie Blue by Lia Louis

Things We Never Got Over by Lucy Score

The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren

The Romance Revival by Christina Lauren

Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez

The Night We Met by Abby Jimenez

The Bride by Julie Garwood

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Light is After Winter

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Justin Margadonna, author of Light is After Winter.

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Plot Twist of 26

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss the books they are most excited to read in 2026.

Books Mentioned:

Dear Debbie by Freida McFadden

The Last of Earth by Deepa Anappara

Half His Age by Jennette McCurdy

The Astral Library by Kate Quinn

Everyone in this Bank is a Thief by Benjamin Stevenson

Daughter of Egypt by Marie Benedict

The Lie You Don’t Know You Believe by Jennie Allen

Three Queens by Rebecca Connolly

Ruins by Lily Brooks-Dalton

The Yankee Sphinx: An FDR Novel by Mark Frost

Mad Mabel by Sally Hepworth

The Fire Agent by David Baerwald

Enormous Wings by Laurie Frankel

The Glass Key: The Magnificent, Epic Novel of Love, War and a Long-Kept Secret by Amanda Geard

It Could Have Been Her by Lisa Jewell

The Pirate Queen by Ariel Lawhon

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The Top 5 of 25

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss their Top 5 reads of 2025.

Books Mentioned:

Becoming by Michelle Obama

Maria by Michelle Moran

This is How it Always Is by Laurie Frankel

The Queens of Crime by Marie Benedict

Rage by Linda Castillo

The Little Liar by Mitch Albom

The River is Waiting by Wally Lamb

My Stroke of Insight by Jill Bolte Taylor, PH.D.

My Beautiful Boy by David Sheff

A Girl Called Samson by Amy Harmon

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Grabtown

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Sarah Blanchard, author of Grabtown.

Find more information here: https://sarahpblanchard.com/

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Think like an Herbalist

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Amelia South, author of Think like an Herbalist.

Find more information here: https://nobsherbalist.com/think-like-an-herbalist/

You can also see Amelia here: https://www.tiktok.com/@theoriginalmealchan

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Monday’s Most Likely

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss their most recent book orders and what they are most likely to read.

Books Mentioned:

Lord of the Flies: The Graphic Novel by William Golding

It Doesn’t Have to Hurt: Your Smart Guide to a Pain-Free Life by Sanjay Gupta

How Girls are Made by Mindy McGinnis

A Marriage at Sea: A True Story of Love, Obsession, and Shipwreck by Sophie Elmhirst

A Fate So Cold by Amanda Foody and C.L. Herman

100 Rules for Living to 100: An Optimist’s Guide to a Happy Life by Dick Dyke

The Elements by John Boyne

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Manager on the Mic

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Brian Palaia, Town Manager for the Town of Killingly, CT.

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Parent’s Corner

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Jessica Gervais, Founder and CEO of Parent's Corner.

Find out more information here: https://parentscorner.com/

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Monday’s Most Likely

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss their most recent book orders and what they are most likely to read.

Books Mentioned:

Heartwood by Amity Gaige

Up in Smoke by Nick Brooks

The Busybody Book Club by Freya Sampson

Stardust by Aki Poroyama

I See You’ve Called in Dead by John Kenney

The Girls of Good Fortune by Kristina McMorris

Across the Crying Sands (The Women of Cannon Beach) by Jane Kirkpatrick

Heir of Storms (Storm Weaver #1) by Lauryn Hamilton Murray

The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong

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Confessions of A Cashier

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Charlene Malbaurn, author of Confessions of a Cashier.

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Pushing it down

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Keven McNeill, author of Pushing It Down: A Memoir. Learn more about Keven here: First In Tactics, LLC

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We're Talking Books

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss their most recent reads.

Books Mentioned:

With a Vengeance by Riley Sager
The Queens of Crime by Marie Benedict
Count My Lies by Sophie Stava
The Little Liar by Mitch Albom
Say You'll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez Canary Girls by Jennifer Chiaverini Blood Moon by Sandra Brown Ladies of the Republic by Jeanne Abrams
The Surrogate Mother by Freida McFadden
The Widow by John Grisham

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Mountain Laurel Floral Designs

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Gabby Benson, co-owner of Mountain Laurel Floral Designs. Learn more here: Mountain Laurel Floral

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Happy Hounds LLC

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guests, Christopher Strout, and Amanda Strout, about their dog walking & pet care services, Happy Hounds, LLC. Learn more here: Facebook

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Strout’s Custom Acrylics

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Christopher Strout, and his wife, Amanda, about his specialized art designs. Learn more here: Strout's Custom Acrylics

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Traveling Tales: The Carribean

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and special guest, Rachel Mather engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss vacationing in the Caribbean.

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The Lonely Nest

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Concetta Falcone-Codding about her book The Lonely Nest: The Story of Two Women Whose Short Lives Will One Day Make a Difference in the World.

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Monday’s Most Likely

Mon, 26 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss their most recent book orders and what they are most likely to read.

Books Mentioned:

Strangers in Time by David Baldacci
When the Wolf Comes Home by Nat Cassidy
Dinner for Vampires: Life on a Cult TV Show by Bethany Joy Lenz
The Bright Years by Sarah Damoff
The Summer of You and Me by Denise Hunter
The Wedding People by Allison Espach
Expect Great Things!: How the Katharine Gibbs School Revolutionized the American Workplace for Women by Vanda Krefft
The Book Club for Troublesome Women by Marie Bostwick
The Story She Left Behind by Patti Callahan Henry
Not Nothing by Gayle Forman
All the Stars Align by Gretchen Schreiber

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The Jeep Show

Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Robert B. O'Connor about his book Jeep Show – A Trouper at the Battle of the Bulge.

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Could Read, Should Read, Must Read

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guests, Sarah Wolfburg, and Melissa Halford about their podcast Could Read, Should Read, Must Read.

https://open.spotify.com/show/40GnqgZeRlf8yU9b3MHPru

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Wheelhaus

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Carissa Decelles, owner of Wheelhaus Brands. Learn more here: Wheelhaus | making the world a bolder place through audacious creativity

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Northeast Connecticut Education Foundation

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Sarah Wolfburg, Coordinator for the Northeast Connecticut Education Foundation.

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It’s All About Me

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette engages in another lit talk. In this episode, she meets with Drew Tingley in an interview style discussion for his class on Management.

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March Mix Ups

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss their most recent reads.

Books Mentioned:
Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano
This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub
Dark Room Etiquette by Robin Roe
America's First Daughter by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie
House of Lincoln by Nancy Horan
The Librarian of Auschwitz by Salva Rubio

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Does Kylie Know?

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, we ask Kylie many questions about her pregnancy and what she has learned.

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Fresh Eats

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guests, Dillion Daigle and Cassidy Ball, about eating fresh with Daigle Farm LLC.

You can also learn more by listening to their podcast, Simply Growing Food.

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It's a Surprise in 25

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss books they can’t wait to read in this new year.

Books Mentioned:
More or Less Maddy by Lisa Genova
The Stolen Life of Colette Marceau by Kristin Harmel
We all live here by Jo Jo Moyes
Last Twilight in Paris by Pam Jenoff
The Jackal’s Mistress by Chris Bohjalian
The Gut-Brain Paradox: Improve Your Mood, Clear Brain Fog, and Reverse Disease by Healing Your Microbiome by Dr. Steven R. Gundry
Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry
The Queens of Crime by Marie Benedict
The River is Waiting by Wally Lamb
Three Wild Dogs by Markus Zusak
It's a Love Story by Annabel Monaghan
The Complete Mold Detox: The Definitive Guide to Healing Your Body from Mold Illness and Mycotoxins by Becky Campbell
Rage by Linda Castillo
The Survivor: How I Made It Through 6 Concentration Camps and Became a Nazi Hunter by Josef Lewkowicz

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Top 4 of 24

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss their top 4 reads of 2024.

Books Mentioned:
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
Ready or Not by Cara Bastone
Keeper of the Lost Cities Series by Shannon Messenger
Attached at the Hip by Christine Riccio
Trajectory by Cambria Gordon
The Brightwood Code by Monica Hesse
All These Threads of Time by Sarah Crowne
The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
Hunger: A Memoir of (My) Body by Roxane Gay
The Divorce by Moa Herngren
Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Miller

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The Gift of Nothing

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss The Gift of Nothing by Patrick McDonnell.

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The Frozen River

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss The Frozen River by Arial Lawhon

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Twin Barrel Foxglove

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage with another special guest. In this episode, they talk with Josh Sandage about Twin Barrel Foxglove's new album Ode to the Old which is now available on all major streaming platforms!

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Would You Rather Halloween Edition

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, Heather, and Kylie engage in Would You Rather questions based on Halloween.

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All These Threads of Time

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss All These Threads of Time by Sarah Crowne.

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We Must Never Forget

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss their most recent read of Eva Mozes Kor's, and Danica Davidson, I Will Protect You: A True Story of Twins Who Survived Auschwitz.

Also mentioned: Temple Bnai Israel

Book Lists - KILLINGLY PUBLIC LIBRARY (killinglypl.org)

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The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Tayler Jenkins Reid.

Also mentioned: How to Get a Life in Ten Dates by Jenny L. Howe

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The Power of Stories

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage in another special lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Sarah Crowne, about her recently published YA novel, All These Threads of Time.

Home - Sarah Crowne Books
Writing Programs - UCLA
Truby Writers Studio

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Monikers

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, Heather, and Kylie engage in a game session. Listen as they play a condensed version of Monikers in this review.

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Summer Romance

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss their most recent read of Annabel Monaghan's Summer Romance.

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Thank You for Being a Friend

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage in another special lit talk. In this episode, they talk with June Griffiths, longest standing KPL volunteer of 35+years.

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Fat Shaming

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss the very sensitive topic of fat shaming.

Titles mentioned:
Blubber by Judy Blume
Dumplin by Julie murphy
Starfish by Lisa Fipps
Fat chance, Charlie Vega by Crystal Maldonado

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Freida McFadden

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss their most recent read of Freida McFadden's The Housemaid.

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So You Want to Be a Librarian: All About Library School

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, and Kylie engage with another special guest. In this episode they speak with Adelle, KPL's summer intern, about obtaining a Master's Degree in Library Science as well as other library degrees.

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Priorities

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, Heather, and Kylie engage in a game session. Listen as they play a condensed version of Priorities: A Party Game of Absurd Choices in this review.

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People pleasers

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss Amy Wilson's book Happy to Help: Adventures of a People Pleaser.

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Red Flags

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie have an engaging game session for you. Listen as they play a few rounds in this Red Flags review.

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June’s Monthly Roundup

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss their recent reads.

Books mentioned:
The Last One at the Wedding by Jason Rekulak
After Anna by Lisa Scottoline
Slow Dance by Rainbow Rowell
Six More Months of June by Daisy Garrison
Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren
I Wish You Would by Eva Des Lauriers
The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han
Love, Off the Record by Smantha Markum
Today, Tonight, Tomorrow by Rachel Lynn Solomon
Betting of You Lynn Painter
Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter
Cribsheet by Emily Oster
The Hurricane Wars by Thea Guanzon
The Brightwood Code - Monica Hesse
Princess Gwenevere and the Jewell Riders - Jordie Bellaire
Rebel Rising - Rebel Wilson

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The Time of Our Lives

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage with special guests, Drew and his mom, Melissa. Listen as a short walk down the 80's memory lane happens.

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Let’s Go

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss Summer Reading, 2024. Read, Renew, Repeat!

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Wizard of Pawz

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage with special guests, Drew and his mom, Melissa. Melissa is the owner of Wizard of Pawz in Dayville, Ct. From big dogs to small rabbits, pet grooming is her specialty.

https://www.facebook.com/Windhams.Wizard.Of.Pawz/

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May Monthly Roundup

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss their recent reads.

Books Mentioned:
Attached at the Hip by Christine Riccio
One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware
I Wish You Would by Eva Des Lauriers
Everyone on This Train Is a Suspect by Benjamin Stevenson
Gwen & Art Are Not in Love by Lex Croucher
Ready or Not by Cara Bastone
Kitchen Gardening for Beginners: Regrow Your Leftover Greens, Stalks, Seeds, and More by Katie Elzer-Peters
The Ex by Freida McFadden
The Perfect Son by Freida McFadden
Ward D by Freida McFadden
Defending Jacob by William Landay
We Need to Talk About Kevin by Lionel Shriver
You by Caroline Kepnes
The Housemaid by Freida McFadden
Beach Read by Emily Henry
Funny Story by Emily Henry
Book Lovers by Emily Henry
Trajectory by Cambria Gordon
The Burning by Linda Castillo
The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read (and Your Children Will Be Glad That You Did) by Philippa Perry

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Really Loud Librarians

Mon, 27 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, Heather, and Kylie engage in a game session. Listen as they play a condensed version of Really Loud Librarians in this review.

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Quiet Corner Veterans Support Coalition

Mon, 20 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage with another special guest. In this episode they speak with Patti George, advocate for the Quiet Corner Veterans Support Coalition, and Wreaths Across America. Learn about how you can honor local heroes and sponsor a wreath to be placed on a veteran’s grave.

http://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/CT0149
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Chubby Dog

Mon, 13 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage in another special lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Adam Rondeau, owner of Chubby Dog Coffee Co.
https://www.chubbydogcoffee.com/

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Bob’s Journeys

Mon, 06 May 2024 08:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage in another special lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Bob Hocking, about his life's journeys and all the books he has published.
http://inmybackpack.com/

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It’s all about the books

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss their recent reads.

Books Mentioned:
Powerless by Lauren Roberts
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
The Selection by Kiera Cass
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
Sunflower Sisters by Martha Hall Kelly
Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kelly
Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
Half a Soul by Olivia Atawater
The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn
An Enchantment of Ravens by Margaret Rogerson
Can't Spell Treason Without Tea by Rebecca Thorne
Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree
The Backyard Homestead Guide to Growing Organic Food by Tanya Denckla Cobb
Every Other Weekend by Abigail Johnson
Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren
Fighting Words by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley
House of Glass by Sarah Pekkanen
Peg & Rose Solve a Murder by Laurien Berenson
Just For The Summer by Abby Jimenez
PlantYou: Scrappy Cooking by Carleigh Bodrug
The Prospects by KT Hoffman
Heartstopper Vol 1 by Alice Oseman
Infectious Generosity by Chris J. Anderson
Enigma Girls by Candace Fleming
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak

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Help More Bees, Plant More Trees

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage in another special lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guests, Randi Mendes, Ph.D. Program Manager & Community Liaison, and Katie Malgioglio, MSW, Community Liaison & Community Engagement Coordinator from the University of Connecticut’s Technical Assistance for Brownfields (Region 1).
https://tab.program.uconn.edu/

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Blinded by the Light

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie discuss the April 8, 2024 solar eclipse.

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Long Overdue

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage in another special lit talk. In this episode, they discuss with special guest, Leslie McDonough, how an anthropologist becomes a library director.

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The Joke's on Us

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie share embarrassing life moments for April Fool's Day.

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Looking for Love

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage in another special lit talk. In this episode, they discuss finding love later in life with special guests, Jeannie and Dave.

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When Life Throws You a Curveball

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage in another special lit talk. In this episode, they discuss when life throws you a curveball.

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Alternate Universe

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage in another special lit talk. In this episode, they discuss how different life choices could present an alternate universe. Based on the book Maybe in Another Life by Taylor Jenkins Reid.

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A Screeching Halt

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage in another special lit talk. In this episode, they discuss car accidents.

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Old Hats

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage in another special lit talk. In this episode, they discuss all the ways being an adult comes second nature when you've been one for a long time.

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Kindness Matters

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage in another special lit talk. In this episode, they discuss how a random act of kindness goes a long way.

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Let the Music Play

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and special guest, Dwayne Mather, engage in another special lit talk. In this episode, they discuss the love of music.

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Adulting’s Tough

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage in another special lit talk. In this episode, they discuss all the ways being an adult is tough.

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Cozy up with a good book

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss their most recent reads.

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Must Reads of 2024

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss books they can’t wait to read in this new year.

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40 Years in the Making

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette engages with special guest Terry, KPL's Circulation Supervisor. Listen to how Terry's part time position as a library assistant in 1979 turned into a lifelong library career.

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Mental Health Matters

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette engages with special guest, James Rourke. Listen how he has used his 26 years of experience as a psychology high school teacher to open up the conversation on mental health.

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Grinchy Time of Year

Mon, 25 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Join Claudette as she engages in a discussion with special guests, Heather and Jeannie, about the holiday spirit and who is feeling like a Grinch.

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Best Books of 2023

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie reflect on the past year. In this episode, they discuss some of their favorite reads in 2023.

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Holiday Reads

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, and Kylie engage in a discussion with special guest, Heather Tarbox, about their favorite holiday reads.

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Favorite Programs of 2023

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss their favorite library programs over the last year.

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Winging It Wednesday

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss what happens when you just have to wing it.

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Just Finished

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss what they've recently finished reading and watching.

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Eras Tour

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they invite special guest, Lauren, to discuss Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour Movie.

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How Sweet It Is

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they speak with special guest, Shawna Dickerman, owner of Sugarz Bakery.

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The GIANT Room

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss the GIANT room and their upcoming visit to the library for an exciting library program.
https://www.thegiantroom.com/

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Etsy

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Lily, about working with Etsy to promote unique items.

SaturnsLibrary - Etsy
BuildCreatively - Etsy

Books Mentioned:
In Someone Else's Shoes by JoJo Moyes

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Taylor Made

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they invite special guest, Lauren, to discuss Taylor Swift.

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Recent Reads

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss their most recent reads.

Books Mentioned:
Teach the Torches to Burn: A Romeo & Juliet Remix - Caleb Roehrig
Into the Bright Open: A Secret Garden Remix - Cherie Dimaline
Hester - Laurie Lico Albanese
Something More - Jackie Khalilieh
Autism in Heels: The Untold Story of a Female Life on the Spectrum - Jennifer O'Toole
The Kiss Quotient - Helen Hoang
Check & Mate - Ali Hazelwood
The Heart Principle - Helen Hoang
The True Love Experiment - Christina Lauren
The Soulmate Equation - Christina Lauren
Death on the Nile - Agatha Christie
The It Girl - Ruth Ware
One by One - Ruth Ware
The Death of Mrs. Westaway - Ruth Ware
The Very Unfortunate Wish of Melony Yoshimura - Waka T. Brown
Assistant to the Villain - Hannah Nicole Maehrer
Meet Me in Another Life - Catriona Silvey
Maybe in Another Life - Taylor Jenkins Reid
Every Day - David Levithan
Another Day - David Levithan
Someday - David Levithan
Cleat Cute - Meryl Wilsner
Life on an Old Country Farm - Albert Preston Whitaker Jr, Stephen L. Robbins
My Roommate Is a Vampire - Jenna Levine
King of Wrath - Ana Huang
Jessica's Guide to Dating on the Dark Side - Beth Fantaskey
Colleen Hoover
Stephen King
The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon - Stephen King
Cujo - Stephen King
The Tommyknockers - Stephen King
Dean Koontz
The Whisper Man - Alex North
A Dirty Job - Christopher Moore
Borrow My Heart - Kasie West
Give Me a Sign - Anna Sortino
The Lightning Thief - Rick Riordan
The Sun and the Star - Rick Riordan, Mark Oshiro
The Chalice of the Gods - Rick Riordan
Eragon - Christopher Paolini

Event Mentioned:
Wednesday, October 4, 2023 - 6:00pm EDT
RJ Julia Booksellers
768 Boston Post Road
Madison, CT 06443
https://www.rjjulia.com/event/david-levithan-ryan-and-avery

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Jumpstart Our Culture

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they speak with special guest, Eric D. Stone, author of Jumpstart Your Workplace Culture: A Road Map For Igniting High Performance. http://www.ericdstone.com/
For business consulting: https://clearpathventures.com/

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DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution)

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they speak with special guests, Laurie Waite and Marian Hallowell, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, Sarah Williams Danielson Chapter.

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What did we get ourselves into?

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, Kylie asks many questions about what happens in the first few weeks after a baby is born.

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Signed, Sealed, Delivered

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, Kylie ponders and asks many questions about labor and delivery.

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Pondering Pregnancy

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, Kylie ponders the possibility of pregnancy and asks many questions about it.

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Simply Criminal

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they speak with Officer Joseph McCusker, School Resource Officer for the town of Killingly.

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Traveling Tales: Texas

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss vacationing in Texas.

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Reading Roundup

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss their most recent reads.

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Nutmeg Nominees

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss the 2024 Nutmeg Book Nominees.

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No Place like Home

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they speak with Amy Brunet, Broker/Owner of Brunet & Company Real Estate.
https://www.brunetandcompanyrealestate.com/

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Traveling Tales: Hawaii

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss vacationing in Hawaii.

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Traveling Tales: Alaska

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss vacationing in Alaska.

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Gretchen Green Thumbs

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they talk with special guest, Gretchen, to learn all about how to care for plants.

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What We Eat

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Kim and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss food allergies and how that determines what they eat.

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Find Your Voice: Summer Reading 2023

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss Summer Reading, 2023.

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Off Our Shelf

Mon, 29 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss books recently borrowed from KPL’s shelves.

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Wellness Within

Mon, 22 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they speak with Brad and Pamela Thompson, Internationally Certified EFT Practitioners and owners of Wellness Within. https://www.wellnesswithinct.com/

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Awkward Conversations…Shhh…

Mon, 15 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they have an awkward conversation about mental health.
https://www.killinglypl.org/book-lists/category/mental-health

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Martial Arts

Mon, 08 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they speak with Jean Bolin, volunteer with Danielson Martial Arts.
https://www.danielsonmartialarts.com/

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Prevention

Mon, 01 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, and Kylie engage with two special guests. In this episode, they speak with Kelsey Hust, Community and Worksite Wellness Program Manager, Tobacco Treatment Specialist, and Youth Substance Prevention Coalition Coordinator and Julia Resener, Assistant Development & Prevention Coordinator and Tobacco Treatment Specialist, from United Services discuss prevention services and share their stories.
https://www.unitedservicesct.org/

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Fashionista

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss the trials and tribulations of fashion today.

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Deja Drew

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they connect with an old friend and find out the latest developments in Drew's life.

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Good Parenting?

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, Kylie seeks advice on parenting.

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March Wrap Up

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they wrap up the month of books.

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Totally April Fools

Sat, 01 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this special edition, listen to these several attempts to podcast as we learned our way and now share these silly bloopers with you.

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No April Fools

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kylie engage with two special guests. In this episode Lauryn Hart & Joshua Sandage, the owners of Ra Ra's Ice Cream Shop, share all about their first year of business and when their opening day will be for the 2023 season.
https://www.rarasicecreamshop.com/

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More of the Last Green Valley

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kylie engage with another special guest. In this episode, Kyle Gregoire, Community & Donor Relations Manager of the Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor, shares a detailed account of the Last Green Valley and the unique role he has within this organization.
https://thelastgreenvalley.org/

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New Kid in Town

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage with another special guest. In this episode, Bucky Lohbusch, the new Director of Parks & Recreation for the Town of Killingly, engages in one of our Lit Talks.
https://www.killingly.org/parks-recreation

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New Releases

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss where they discover new releases for the library.

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On our nightstand

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss what they are currently reading.

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Interlibrary Loan

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage in a discussion about things that happen behind the scenes with KPL’s Interlibrary Loan, featuring Heather Tarbox.

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The Guys We Hate to Love

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette & Brittany discuss their love of bad guys with a special focus on AMC’s Walking Dead and the Netflix seriesYou. There’s even a sneak peek into For You & Only You by Caroline Kepnes out in bookstores at the end of April, 2023.

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Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage with another special guest. In this episode they speak with Matt Geeza, Director of the Connecticut State Library for Accessible Books. Learn all about the services they provide and their partnership with the National Library Service for the Blind & Print Disabled.
https://ctstatelibrary.org/ctlab/ctlab_overview

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Hobbies

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, the world of hobbies is explored.

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Tidy Homes

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, Kylie seeks advice on how to keep a tidy home.

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Current Reads

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they discuss what they are currently reading.

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Regret

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, they reflect on past regrets.

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Looking Forward to 2023!

Mon, 02 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in a Lit Talk about all they are looking forward to in the new year.

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More of the Best of 2022

Mon, 26 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie reflect on the past year. In this episode, they discuss more of the best of 2022.

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The Best of 2022

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie reflect on the past year. In this episode, they discuss some of the best books and music from 2022.

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Kylie Wants to Know

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Kylie engage in another lit talk. In this episode, Kylie seeks advice on interpersonal relationships & self-care.

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Behind the Scenes

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage in a discussion about things that happen behind the scenes with KPL’s new Marketing & Technology Librarian, Kylie Hart.

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Technology, Good or Bad?

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage in a discussion on the pros and cons of technology.

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Friendships

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage in a discussion focused on the merits of friendship during this season of thankfulness.

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Wreaths Across America

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage with another special guest. In this episode they speak with Patti George, advocate for Wreaths Across America, and the Quiet Corner Veterans Support Coalition. Learn about how you can honor local heroes, and sponsor a wreath to be placed on a veteran’s grave.

http://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/CT0149
http://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org

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Last Dance

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage in a another special lit talk. In this episode, they wish Drew well as he gets ready to embark on a new career.

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The Last Word

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew have an engaging game session for you. Listen as they play a game of Last Word and review it.

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It’s All About Performance

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode they speak with James Newman, owner of Human Performance Tools.

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Encore

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew have an engaging game session for you. Listen as they play a game of Encore and review it.

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Singing to the Green Monster

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode they speak with Elina Van Den Berg about her recent experience singing to the Green Monster at Fenway Park.

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Heirloom Foods

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode they speak with Wendy Garosshen, owner of Heirloom Food Company.
http://www.eatheirloomfood.com/

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The Hereafter

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kylie, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode they speak with local author, Matthew Sandage, about his recently published book The Hereafter.

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Would You Rather Superhero Style

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage in a another special lit talk. In this episode, they choose different superhero options when faced with “Would You Rather” questions.

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An Exclusive Story of 9/11

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode they speak with Ryan Mason, co-owner of ServiceMaster by Mason. Learn about his experience as a part of the cleanup crew at the Pentagon directly following 9/11.
https://servicemasterbymason.com/

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We’re Keeping It Clean

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode they speak with Beth Markowski-Roop, Marketing Director of ServiceMaster by Mason. Learn about her journey, and all the things that are so important for homeowners and businesses.
https://servicemasterbymason.com/

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The Boroughs Brewing

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with two special guests. In this episode they speak with Greg Ledogar and Josh Bourque, owners of Boroughs Brewing. Learn about their journey, and all about unique brews.
https://www.theboroughsbrewing.com/

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Busy Bees Concierge,LLC.

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, and Kim engage with another special guest. In this episode they speak with Rachel Mather, owner of Busy Bees Concierge, LLC. Learn about her journey, and hear about what her business can do for you.
https://www.facebook.com/people/Busy-Bees-Concierge-LLC/100082954341718/

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Goodbye Bad Vibes

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage in a another special lit talk. In this episode, they discuss all the little things that make them slightly less cranky.

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Pet Peeves

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage in a another special lit talk. In this episode, they discuss all the little things that tend to get under their skin.

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Get Organized

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim discuss the little ways they stay organized.

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Consulting With The Boss

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode they speak with Dana Dowdell, owner of Boss Consulting HR. Learn about her journey, Human Resources, and even listen to her very own podcast, Quirky HR.

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Paint the Town

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode, they speak with paint specialist Eva-Marie Van Den Berg Roberts.

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To Fear or Not-to-Fear

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage in another special lit talk. In this episode, they discuss their fears and other life altering decisions.

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Summertime

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim discuss things they enjoy most about the summer.

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Dancing With Drew

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage in a another special lit talk. In this episode, they unfortunately do not dance with Drew. Instead they discuss how he found a career in the technology field.

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What's Next?

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage in a another special lit talk. In this episode, they discuss their journeys, how they got there, and where they're going next.

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Community Wellness

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode, they speak with Kelsey Hust, LMSW. Listen how Kelsey is working to prevent vaping (ENDS – Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems) and marijuana use among youth in the community as she leads the Youth Substance Prevention Coalition as the Community and Worksite Wellness Manager for United Services.

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Quick Reads

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim discuss books they couldn’t put down just in time for fast, summer reads.

Books Mentioned:
Daughters of a Dead Empire - Carolyn Tara O'Neil
They Never Learn - Layne Fargo
Regretting You - Colleen Hoover
November 9 - Colleen Hoover
Reminders of Him - Colleen Hoover
Ugly Love - Colleen Hoover
Verity - Colleen Hoover
The Book of Lost Names - Kristin Harmel
The Plant Paradox - Steven R. Gundry
Unlocking the Keto Code - Steven R. Gundry
This is Going to Hurt - Adam Kay
I'm Too Young To Be Seventy - Judith Viorst
The Golden Couple - Greer Hendricks, Sarah Pekkanen
Rose Under Fire - Elizabeth Wein

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Read Beyond The Beaten Path

Tue, 31 May 2022 08:00:00 -0400

Join Claudette, Kim, and Drew beyond the beaten path as they engage in another lit talk. Listen as they discuss 2022's Summer Reading theme and what it means to them.

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Cards Against Humanity

Mon, 23 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew have an engaging game session for you. Listen as they play a few rounds in this Cards Against Humanity review.

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The Last Green Valley

Mon, 16 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode, Bill Reid, Chief Ranger of The Last Green Valley shares what makes our quiet corner of the world so special.
https://thelastgreenvalley.org/

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United Services

Mon, 09 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with two special guests. In this episode, Diane L. Manning, President & CEO of United Services, and Emily Morrison, Development Director for United Services, join us in a holistic conversation. Learn how their organization of behavioral and mental health professionals are addressing the needs of those throughout our local community.
https://www.unitedservicesct.org/

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Out Of The Basement

Mon, 02 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode, they speak with James Rourke, an up and coming author. Listen how he has used his 26 years of experience as a high school teacher, and his passion for history, psychology, and philosophy to publish six books.

Books/Authors Mentioned:
From My Classroom to Yours - James Rourke
The Comic Book Curriculum - James Rourke
Out Of The Basement - James Rourke
Stone Souls - James Rourke
The Eternal Struggle - James Rourke
J. R. R. Tolkien
George R. R. Martin
Stephen King

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Killingly SpringFest

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode, they get to hear how Randy Duquette’s love for his community became the catalyst for Killingly’s SpringFest celebration.

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BREAKING NEWS

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode They get the full scoop on John Penney, Public safety, court and Windham County reporter for the Norwich Bulletin.

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Let's Be REAL, Meetings Matter

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode Andrew Morrison, owner and founder of REAL Custom Training, engages in one of our Lit Talks.
https://www.realcustomtraining.com/w/

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Something About Mary

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode Mary Calorio, Town Manager for the Town of Killingly, engages in one of our Lit Talks.
https://www.killingly.org/

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Atomic Habits

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode Mat Dube, Director of Highway Operations for the Town of Killingly, engages in one of our Lit Talks. Listen as they explore some of the concepts shared in Atomic Habits by James Clear.

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What A Hot Mess!

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage in another lit talk. In this episode they are completely off their game.

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Women Rock!

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, Brittany, and Drew engage in a lit talk about women. In this episode they discuss what it is like to be a women in our local community, and the challenges many face around the world because of their assigned sex. Watch out, this one is a bit hot!

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I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream For Ice Cream!

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with two special guests. In this episode Lauryn Hart & Joshua Sandage, the new owners of Ra Ra's Ice Cream Shop, share all about their new venture. Get a taste of all the drool worthy work they are doing as they begin their new journey.
https://www.rarasicecreamshop.com/

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Windham's Inn

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode Chris O'Connor, from the Eastern Connecticut Paranormal Society, is back in the studio with some new stories to scare.

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Positively Presidential

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage in another thought provoking conversation. In this episode, they talk about leadership.

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Relationships

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage in another thought provoking conversation. In this episode, they talk about relationships.

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It's All About Love!

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage in another thought provoking conversation. In this episode, they share some love stories.

Movies/TV Mentioned:
The Notebook
The Vow
Mighty Joe Young
Benji
Turner & Hooch
Queer Eye

Books Mentioned:
All This Time - Mikki Daughtry, Rachael Lippincott
Wait for Me - Caroline Leech
The Bride - Julie Garwood

Artists Mentioned:
Huey Lewis

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Resolution

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage in another thought provoking conversation. In this episode, they explore their goals for the year, their motivators and mindsets for achievement, and what defines success.

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Money Matters

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode, Jill St. Clair, Economic Development Director from the Town of Killingly, is back in the studio to teach us all about why money matters.
https://www.killingly.org/

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Let's Get Physical!

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode Tracy Mason, Director of Parks & Recreation for the Town of Killingly, is back to help us get active.
https://www.killingly.org/parks-recreation

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Looking Forward To 2022!

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage in a Lit Talks about all they are looking forward to in the new year.

Books Mentioned:
Queen of the Tiles - Hanna Alkaf
I Must Betray You - Ruta Sepetys
Akata Woman - Nnedi Okorafor
The Bone Spindle - Leslie Vedder
Run, Rose, Run - Dolly Parton, James Patterson
The Golden Couple - Greer Hendricks, Sarah Pekkanen
The Hotel Nantucket - Elin Hilderbrand
Wastelands - Corban Addison
Roxy - Neal Shusterman

Artists Mentioned:
Guns N' Roses
Scorpions
Ozzy Osbourne
Bryan Adams
Korn
Shinedown
Sinéad O'Connor
Tears for Fears

Movies/TV Mentioned:
Cobra Kai
Chicago Fire
You
The Amazing Race
Survivor
Queer Eye
Stranger Things
Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore
Hocus Pocus 2
Where the Crawdads Sing
Thor: Love and Thunder
Doctor Strange Multiverse of Madness
Shotgun Wedding
Legally Blonde
The Mandalorian
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power
Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts
Obi-Wan Kenobi
Moon Knight
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law
Ms. Marvel
Harley Quinn
Hocus Pocus
Avatar: The Way of Water
Avatar
Lightyear
Spider-Man: No Way Home
Jurassic World Dominion
Road to Perdition
Four Good Days
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom
The Bob's Burgers Movie

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A New Year, A New You!

Mon, 03 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode Evin Beckett, owner of Village Barber Shop, engages in one of our Lit Talks.

Movies/TV Mentioned:
The Witcher

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The Best of 2021

Mon, 27 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew reflect on the year. In this episode they share their favorite, and not so favorite, movies, tv shows, music, and books.

Movies/TV Mentioned:
Jungle Cruise
Black Widow
Cruella
Raya and the Last Dragon
The Bad Batch
The Morning Show
For All Mankind

Artists Mentioned:
Adele
Taylor Swift
Twenty One Pilots

Books Mentioned:
Any Sign of Life - Rae Carson
When My Heart Joins the Thousand - A.J. Steiger
The Comfort Book - Matt Haig
The Midnight Library - Matt Haig
Be a Work in Progress - John Cena
Every Minute Is a Day - Robert Meyer
Code Name Badass - Heather Demetrios
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone - J.K. Rowling
Twilight - Stephenie Meyer
Mindset - Carol S. Dweck

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Wake Up & Smell The Roses!

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode, Trent Pappas, Owner of Lillium Florist, engages in one of our Lit Talks.
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It's All About Our Patrons

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as the Killingly Public Library Team comes together to express all that they appreciate about you and your patronage. Hear the heartfelt words of staff members; Claudette, Kim, Drew, Terry, Brittany, Heather, Allison, Gretchen, Tristan, and Kathleen.

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Holiday Traditions

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette and Kim engage in a back stage conversation. In this episode they discuss their favorite holiday traditions in one very special Lit Talk.

Books Mentioned:
Little House on the Prarie - Laura Ingalls Wilder
The Gingerbread Girl - Lisa Campbell Ernst
The Little Drummer Boy - Ezra Jack Keats

Artists Mentioned:
Eartha Kitt
Brenda Lee

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Around The Table With A Guest

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode Mat Dube, Director of Highway Operations for the Town of Killingly, is back to engage in one of our Special Lit Talks.

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Helping Hands

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with two special guests. In this episode volunteers, Jean Cyr and Melinda Dion French, both Director and Assistant Director for Friends of Assisi Food Pantry, engage in one of our Lit Talks.
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Thanking Our Veterans and More

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode, Charles Crowley, Honored Veteran and Commander of The American Legion Post #21 of Danielson, Connecticut, engages in one of our Lit Talks.

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Thanking Our Veterans

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode, Ronald P. Coderre, Honored Veteran and Respected Philanthropy Counsel, engages in one of our Lit Talks.

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Psychic Abilities

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette & Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode Chris O'Connor, from the Eastern Connecticut Paranormal Society, is back to engage in another one of our Lit Talks.

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Chillers & Thrillers

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode Chris O'Connor, from the Eastern Connecticut Paranormal Society, engages in one of our Lit Talks.

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Friend Your Library

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode Robin Lofquist, Treasurer of the Friends of the Library, engages in one of our Lit Talks.

Books Mentioned:
Piranesi - Susanna Clarke

Movies/TV Mentioned:
Friday Night Lights
Chicago Fire

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The Phoenix Unbound

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode José R. Rosario, CEO & founder of The Phoenix Empowered, engages in one of our Lit Talks.

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Books Mentioned:
Group - Christie Tate

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Corporate Training

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode Andrew (Andy) Morrison, Director of Business and Industry Services in Quinebaug Valley Community College's Continuing Education and Workforce Development Department, engages in one of our Lit Talks.

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Books Unite Us, Censorship Divides Us!

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode José R. Rosario, CEO & founder of The Phoenix Empowered, engages in one of our Lit Talks. This discussion gets a little political and brings difficult conversations to the table, as our cast go around the table sharing their thoughts and opinions about some of today's most challenged books.

Books Mentioned:
The Adventures of Captain Underpants - Dav Pilkey
13 Reasons Why - Jay Asher
Harry Potter - J.K. Rowling
A Child Called "It" - Dave Pelzer
To Kill a Mockingbird - Harper Lee
The Hate U Give - Angie Thomas

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The Cat's Meow!

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode Fay Beriau, President of Paws Cat Shelter, Inc., engages in one of our Lit Talks.

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Ninja Librarian

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Kim and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode Claudette Stockwell, Library Director, engages in one of our Lit Talks.

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Trust Issues

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode Attorney James K. Kelley, engages in one of our Lit Talks.

Movies/TV Mentioned:
Perry Mason

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It's Not All Fun & Games

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode Tracy Mason, Director of Parks & Recreation for the Town of Killingly, engages in one of our Lit Talks.

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Road Work Ahead

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew engage with another special guest. In this episode Mat Dube, Director of Highway Operations for the Town of Killingly, engages in one of our Lit Talks.
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All About Business

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew kick off a new season filled with special guests. In this episode, Jill St. Clair, Economic Development Director from the Town of Killingly, engages in one of our Lit Talks.

Authors Mentioned:
John Grisham
Stephen King

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Gift Giving

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew discuss all things gifts. Hear about some of the best gifts they have ever given and received. Learn about what made these exchanges special and possibly get inspired for your next gift exchange.

Artists Mentioned:
Justin Bieber

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Birthday Celebrations!!!

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew discuss their best birthday celebrations. Find out what made their special days, and how they like to spend them. They even share some family traditions.

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Sea Tales

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew discuss their favorite ocean themed titles. Listen to their sea stories and discover a treasure trove of books and movies to checkout.

Books Mentioned:
Listen to the Moon - Michael Morpurgo
Shackleton's Stowaway - Victoria McKernan

Movies/TV Mentioned:
Titanic
Life of Pi
Jaws
The Perfect Storm
Finding Nemo
Shark Tale
The Little Mermaid
Luca
Six Days Seven Nights
Overboard
SpongeBob SquarePants

Artists Mentioned:
Sting

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It May Be Time For A Vacation

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew talk vacations. Hear about some of the places they have been, might like to go, and their favorite ways to travel. Who knows, they might inspire you to take a vacation?

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Around The Table: Discussion 5

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Claudette, Drew, and Kim engage in a game of Table Topics. They each take turns asking each other questions, providing insight into their lives and interests beyond the library.

Movies/TV Mentioned
Survivor
Queer Eye
American Idol
Last Comic Standing
America's Got Talent
Dancing With the Stars
Little People Big World
My 600-lb Life
Chrisley Knows Best
Dance moms
16 and Pregnant
Judge Judy

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All About Bears

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew talk about bears. Hear about some classic books and movies that feature bears, along with some funny stories involving bears.

Books Mentioned:
Bear Boy - Justin Barker
Touching Spirit Bear - Ben Mikaelsen
Navigating Early - Clare Vanderpool
The Berenstain Bears Series - Stan Berenstain
Goldilocks And The Three Bears - Robert Southey
Bear Snores On - Karma Wilson
I Want My Hat Back - Jon Klassen

Movies/TV Mentioned:
Christopher Robin
Peter Rabbit
Hop
Wild America

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All About Music Artists

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 15:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew continue their discussion on music. This episode they narrow in on some of their favorite artists and share cool content that can be found within their library. Possibly discover your next favorite artist!

Artists Mentioned:
Miley Cyrus
Fleetwood Mac
Joan Jet
Billy idol
Stevie Nicks
The Cranberries
Blondie
Taylor Swift
Laura Nyro
Blood, Sweat & Tears
Three Dog Night
Barbra Streisand
Ed Sheeran
Lewis Capaldi
Coldplay
Mötley Crüe
The Proclaimers
Eric Carmen
Whitesnake
Pink
Air Supply
Kenny Loggins
Prince
Guns N' Roses
Elton John
Billy Joel
Paul McCartney
Madonna
Sting
The Guess Who
Def Leppard
Kiss
The Rolling Stones
Carrie Underwood

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All About Albums

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 11:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew discuss their favorite albums, songs, genres, and artists. They share why they resonate with certain music and how they typically like to enjoy it.

Artists Mentioned:
Jefferson Airplane
Taylor Swift
Shawn Mendes
Alice Merton
The Righteous Brothers
The Shazam
Conway Twitty
Willie Nelson
The Beatles
Adele
Eminem
Chris Webby
Maren Morris
Beethoven
Mozart
Jim Brickman
Enya

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KPL's Pride

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 16:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew discuss pride and what it means to them. Learn about how libraries can bring a sense of community to LGBTQIA+ and how these librarians strive to do that. Through their conversation, they are able to understand each other's perspectives and learn how they can grow to be better ALLY's.

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Stereotypes Surrounding Gender Roles In The Library

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 15:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew analyze the atmosphere surrounding gender roles in the library and their experiences over the years. They explore how there are common misconceptions about who can utilize certain library services and how things are not always as they seem when it comes to being male or female in the library.

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Stereotypes About Librarians

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 15:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew share their experiences when it comes to being a librarian and whether they feel they live up to the common stereotypes surrounding librarianship. Learn more about their journeys, and what keeps them grounded to the library.

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Hobbies

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 15:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim and Drew discuss their hobbies and interests and what motivates them to further explore their passions. They explore the obstacles they face in the process as they share topics ranging from beekeeping, to writing, to nutrition.

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Around The Table: Discussion 4

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 14:00:00 -0400

Claudette, Drew, and Kim engage in a game of Table Topics. They each take turns asking each other questions, providing insight into their lives and interests beyond the library.

Books Mentioned:
Yoga For Wimps - Miriam Austin

Movies/TV Mentioned:
The Big Bang Theory

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Around The Table: Discussion 3

Mon, 17 May 2021 13:00:00 -0400

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Around The Table: Discussion 2

Mon, 17 May 2021 13:00:00 -0400

Claudette, Drew, and Kim engage in a game of Table Topics. They each take turns asking each other questions, providing insight into their lives and interests beyond the library.

Artists Mentioned:
Taylor Swift
Lauren Daigle
Disturbed
Shawn Mendes
Alice Merton
Melissa Etheridge
The Wiggles
The Guess Who
Heart
Nancy Wilson
Steely Dan
Joan Jett
Plain White T's
Billy Ray Cyrus
Chubby Checker
Rachel Platten
Kenny Rogers
50 Cent

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Around The Table: Discussion 1

Mon, 17 May 2021 13:00:00 -0400

Claudette, Drew, and Kim engage in a game of Table Topics. They each take turns asking each other questions, providing insight into their lives and interests beyond the library.

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You Love Me!

Mon, 17 May 2021 13:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette & Brittany discuss the book, You Love Me by Caroline Kepnes. Listen as they share why they feel in love with this book and the main character. Drew chimes in on occasion to get more details, but their enthusiasm alone will make anyone want to seek out this title or even catch the latest television series based around this novel.

Books Mentioned:
You Love Me - Caroline Kepnes
The Phantom of the Opera - Gaston Leroux
Hidden Bodies - Caroline Kepnes
Providence - Caroline Kepnes
Gone Girl - Gillian Flynn
The Lightning Thief - Rick Riordan

Movies/TV Shows Mentioned:
You

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Favorite Adult Books

Mon, 17 May 2021 12:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim discuss their favorite adult books and the stigma that accompanies the phrase, "adult books." See what they are reading and what they recommend for advanced readers to check out.

Books Mentioned:
Defending Jacob - William Landay
Following Atticus - Tom Ryan
The Plant Paradox - Steven R. Gundry
Animal, Vegetable, Miracle - Barbara Kingsolver
A Time to Kill - John Grisham

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Favorite Young Adult Books

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 12:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette and Kim discuss their favorite young adult books and what they highly recommend. Drew joins in the discussion, asking them questions about their reads and what interests them?

Books Mentioned:
13 Reasons Why - Jay Asher
Hattie Big Sky - Kirby Larson
Hattie Ever After - Kirby Larson
Between Shades of Grey - Ruta Sepetys
Shadow on the Mountain - Margi Preus
Crank - Ellen Hopkins
Nobody's Secret - Michaela MacColl
Quiet Fire - Carol Dommermuth-Costa

Movies/TV Mentioned:
13 Reasons Why

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Favorite TV Shows

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 12:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew discuss the shows they have been watching. Find out what they are loving and what they are looking forward to in 2021.

Books Mentioned:
You - Caroline Kepnes

Movies/TV Mentioned:
You
The Blacklist
Atypical
The Crown
Stranger Things
Survivor
Greys Anatomy
The Simpsons
X-Men Evolution
X-Men Movie Series
Monk
New Amsterdam
The Good Doctor
Station 19
Chicago P.D.
Cobra Kai
Karate Kid
9-1-1
S.W.A.T.
Murdoch Mysteries

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Knowing What To Read?

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 13:00:00 -0400

Join us as Claudette, Kim, and Drew talk about the struggles of finding a good book and how to find that page turner. Drew questions them about navigating the library and what is normal when it comes to being a reader.

Books/Authors Mentioned:
John Grisham
James Patterson
The Duke and I - Julia Quinn
The Shadow War - Lindsay Smith
Burn - Patrick Ness
Remember - Lisa Genova

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Favorite Books of 2020

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 14:00:00 -0400

Kim and Claudette discuss the books they could not put down during 2020. They talk about the themes they seemed to be drawn to and what they love about them.

Books Mentioned:
The Enigma Game - Elizabeth Wein
Code Name Verity - Elizabeth Wein
The Pearl Thief - Elizabeth Wein
I've Seen the End of You - W. Lee Warren
Maybe You Should Talk to Someone - Lori Gottlieb
Group - Christie Tate
The Nazi Hunters - Neal Bascomb
Sabotage - Neal Bascomb
The Grand Escape - Neal Bascomb

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