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Book Club The Librarian Spy by Madeline Martin Friday, August 22nd 11:00 a.m. Grand Private Dining Room
At the Table National Watermelon Day! Get ready to slice into summer's juiciest celebration! August 3rd is National Watermelon
Day, and it's time to savor the sweet, refreshing crunch of this iconic fruit. Loved by generations — watermelon has been enjoyed for over 5,000 years, with its roots tracing back to ancient Egypt! It was even found in King Tut’s tomb as a symbol of nourishment for the afterlife. Today, watermelon is a summertime favorite — and not just for picnics! With over 1,200 varieties grown around the world, there’s a perfect slice for everyone. From juicy wedges at summer socials to refreshing watermelon salads and smoothies, this fruit has a way of bringing people together. It’s more than a snack — it’s a symbol of sunshine, smiles, and simple pleasures. So whether you salt it, chill it, enjoy it right off the rind, or just love spitting seeds, take a moment to savor this timeless treat. After all, you’re never too old to be one in a melon!
A moving novel inspired by the true history of America’s library spies of World War II. Ava thought her job as a librarian at the Library of Congress would mean a quiet, routine existence. But an unexpected offer from the US military has brought her to Lisbon with a new mission: posing as a librarian while working undercover as a spy gathering intelligence. Meanwhile, in occupied France, Elaine has begun an apprenticeship at a printing press run by members of the Resistance. It’s a job usually reserved for men, but in the war, those rules have been forgotten. Yet she knows that the Nazis are searching for the press and its printer in order to silence them. As the battle in Europe rages, Ava and Elaine find themselves connecting through coded messages and discovering hope in the face of war.
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