Tracy Chevalier has written a book imagining the life of pioneer paleontologist, Mary Anning. Remarkable Creatures is yet another book dedicated to revealing the scant evidence from the life that Anning lived as a respected but dismissed scientist in the early 1800’s. She was dismissed because she lived in poverty and therefore had no status as a person. And, she was a woman at a time when women had little value.

Chevalier creates a world where Anning is supported by friends. Although much is not known about Anning’s life, there are records of kindness and professional connections that eased her dismal life. Place an Evergreen hold or call the library for assistance in getting a copy. The book club meets on the second Wednesday of the month.

Story Times
Story Times at at 10:30 a.m. Mondays and Tuesdays. Story times introduce pre-reading skills and also introduce activities for positive social interaction.

Parents of pre-school age children can encourage reading by signing their child up for 1000 Books Before Kindergarten. The self-paced program gives rewards and recognition at each hundred book milestone.

Tax Forms
Free tax forms are available for both state and federal tax preparation. Any forms not available can be printed for ten cents a page.

Reference Materials
Planning improvements to a patio or yard area? See the display at the circulation desk to easily locate books with project ideas. The Syracuse Public Library has a large selection of plant care and identification books.

The library is closing at 3 p.m., Friday, March 29. Reach the library at 574-457-3022 or connect online.