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The Weekly Wow List: 8/8/25 This week’s roundup highlights exciting books, movies, and events. Notable mentions include Sarah MacLean’s novel focusing on sibling dynamics after a family loss, the captivating histo…

We've got another round of #StaffPicks for your weekend (and early next week)! Featuring #books, #movies, #videogames, and events, you're sure to find something to love inside! #libraries

Movie Review: The Naked Gun Leslie Nielsen’s legacy as a comedic actor is continued in the new Naked Gun film featuring Liam Neeson as Frank Drebin Jr., who navigates absurd investigations with a modern twist. With rapi…

Could the new Naked Gun be one of the year's funniest #movies? Sean thinks so :)

Best New Books: Week of 8/5/25 Francesca Serritella, Louis Sachar, Sarah Pekkanen, Jason Mott, David Levithan, Scott Anderson, Danielle Valentine, and more.

It's the last month of Summer Reading Season & we rounded up 19 of the week's best new #books, ft. Francesca Serritella, Louis Sachar, Jason Mott, Sarah Pekkanen, David Levithan, @marthabarnette.bsky.social, @oliviawrites.bsky.social, @peteramescarlin.bsky.social, @joshuasharpe.bsky.social, & more!

Movie Review: Boys Go to Jupiter Our review of Julian Glander’s debut feature, Boys Go to Jupiter, expresses disappointment despite its promising elements. It critiques the film’s lack of engaging story and effective s…

Sean felt it was a promising movie that just didn't quite work for him. Have you seen "Boys Go to Jupiter"? What did you think? #movies #MovieSky

Crossword 042: August 2025 Our August crossword puzzle.

Need to kill some time? Why not try our August crossword puzzle? Hint: It will be much easier if you're from New Jersey!

Well, I'm personally pretty excited to see the new Naked Gun movie tomorrow. - Sean

The Weekly Wow List: 8/1/25 This week’s Avalon Free Public Library roundup features five highlights: “The Poppy Fields,” a novel examining grief and resilience; a new take on “The Naked Gun” with…

Looking for something to read or watch this weekend? Our staff has some great suggestions for you! #books #movies #BananaBall

New Videos: August 2025 How to Train Your Dragon, The Accountant 2, The King of Kings, Karate Kid: Legends, and more.

Lots of great #movies will be available to watch with your library card next month! Check out our guide to what's coming below!

Book Review: Never Flinch by Stephen King Stephen King’s Never Flinch follows Holly Gibney as she tackles a stalker and a serial killer. With human-driven threats, likable characters, and societal undercurrents, the novel builds tens…

Have you read Stephen Kings latest yet? What did you think of it? #books #BookSky

This Month at the Library: August 2025 A quick look at August’s events in the Library, History Center, and around Cape May Country, plus a peak at some of the books and movies coming to the Library!

Our guide to what's going on at the library, around town, and in Cape May County next month is up! There is plenty to look forward to in August! #Avalon #CapeMay #NewJersey #events

Best New Books: Week of 7/29/25 Megan Miranda, Beatriz Williams, Shari Lapena, Jennifer Lynn Barnes, Ed Park, Emma Rosenblum, and more.

Are you caught up on your #TBR list? Then check out our guide to this week's best new #books, feat. Megan Miranda, Beatriz Williams, ‪@sharilapena3k.bsky.social‬, Jennifer Lynn Barnes, Ed Park, @markusredmond.bsky.social, and @kathleenkaufman.bsky.social! #BookSky
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Movie Review: The Fantastic Four: First Steps The value of family, whether found or biological, has been a major theme in many of this year’s blockbusters. From Sinners to Thunderbolts* to Superman, the strength we can receive from lovin…

It's been a (mostly) good year for Superhero #movies, and the latest attempt at a Fantastic Four story keeps the trend going. What did you think?

Best New Books: Week of 7/22/25 Holly Jackson, Paul Tremblay, Steve Berry, Cherie Priest, and more…

It's #NewBookTuesday again! Click through to find out about the week's best new #books by authors like @hollyjackson44433.bsky.social sky.social‬, @paultremblay.bsky.social, @emergencychampagne.bsky.social, @judyilinauthor.bsky.social, and more! #BookSky

Thank you for writing such a good book! :)

That seems about right

Book Review: Another by Paul Tremblay Paul Tremblay’s novel features young Casey Wilson, who encounters a strange phone call leading to a bizarre sleepover with an unknown boy, Morel. As eerie events unfold, Casey navigates his p…

It may be written for kids, but the latest novel by @paultremblay.bsky.social might be one of the creepiest #books of the year, for any age. #BookSky

Movie Review: Drowning Dry Lithuanian filmmaker Laurynas Bareiša’s film explores the unpredictability of life and coping with tragedy through the vacationing sisters Ernesta and Justė, their spouses, and children. Tensions a…

It may be too sedate for some, but the sophomore feature from Lithuanian director Bareiša shows a lot of promise. #movies #MovieSky

Ceiling tiles in the library.

There is one error in this picture of the Library ceiling. Can you spot it? #puzzle

Movie Review: Before We Forget The film “Before We Forget,” directed by Juan Pablo Di Pace and Andrés Pepe Estrada, explores memory, self-acceptance, and the complexities of love through the lens of Matias, an Argent…

A memorable and moving directorial debut. #movies #MovieSky

Best New Books: Week of 7/15/25 James Patterson & Vicky Ward, Lisa Scottoline, Daniel Silva, Silvia Moreno-Garcia, Jo Piazza, Susan Wiggs, Jeff Lemire, and more.

July continues its new #books hot streak w/ new titles by @lisascottoline.bsky.social, @danielsilvabooks.bsky.social, @silviamg.bsky.social, @jefflemire171.bsky.social, @susanwiggs.com, @lynn2145.bsky.social‬, @jrandyt.bsky.social, @sarahbethdurst.bsky.social, @laurapoppick.bsky.social, & more!

Movie Review: Superman James Gunn’s Superman reboot skips the origin story to deliver a heartfelt, action-packed tale of heroism and identity. With strong performances, clever storytelling, and thematic depth, it reaffir…

Sean says this is exactly the Superman we need right now. #movies #moviesky

Movie Review: The Sound Brendan Devane’s horror film, The Sound, centers on Sean, a climber tasked with facing a mysterious evil atop the “Forbidden Wall.” Despite an intriguing premise and stunning cine…

Well, they can't all be winners.... #movies #moviesky

Well-deserved!

Best New Books: Week of 7/8/25 Ruth Ware, Adriana Trigiani, Sarah MacLean, Elly Griffiths, Bruce Holsinger, Clémence Michallon, and more.

It's a great week for new #books! We've rounded up 17 of the week's best, feat. ‪@sarahmaclean.bsky.social, @ruthwarewriter.bsky.social, @ellygriffiths.bsky.social, @bruceholsinger.bsky.social, @cbrennansports.bsky.social, @michellegable.bsky.social, @iainmacgregor1.bsky.social, and more! #BookSky

Book Review: Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid In “Atmosphere,” Joan Goodwin, a pioneering woman in NASA’s early space shuttle program, navigates personal challenges, including family dynamics and romantic feelings for fellow …

Sean says Taylor Jenkins Reid's "Atmosphere" is one of the best #books of the year? Have you read it yet? What did you think? #BookSky

Movie Review: Rent Free Ben and Jordan, lifelong friends, struggle with adult responsibilities and work prospects after returning to Austin from a failed attempt at living in New York City. They decide to couch-surf among…

Of "Rent Free", Sean says, "writer and director Fernando Andrés has really assembled something special here..." What did you think of this Gen Z indie?

#movies #MovieSky

Book Review: Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman As soon as Matt Dinniman’s Dungeon Crawler Carl begins, the world is destroyed.

Did you ever wonder what it would be like to read a video game? If so, Sean recommends Matt Dinniman's #DungeonCrawlerCarl. #books #BookSky

We can't wait!

Best New Books: Week of 7/1/25 Meg Waite Clayton, Maris Kreizman, Shawn Levy, Harini Nagendra, and more.

We're kicking off July with 10 great new #books, featuring writers like @megclayton.com‬, @maris.bsky.social, @shawnlevy.com, @harininagendra.bsky.social, @mikebockoven.bsky.social, @shadycharacters.co.uk, @xbennyboo.bsky.social, & more!

What are you reading this week?

#BookSky

Movie Review: F1 The review discusses a film centered on F1 driver Sonny Hayes, who is coaxed out of retirement to revitalize a struggling team. Although the movie has enjoyable moments and likable cast members, it…

It seemed like the pieces were in place for a great movie, but F1 couldn't quite deliver it. #movies #moviesky