Hobby Month

January is National Hobby Month. Borrow one of these books and try something new!

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Updated December 5, 2024
Westchester Library SystemMount Pleasant Public Library
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Beginners : the joy and transformative power of lifelong Learning
Vanderbilt, Tom
Paper Book
An insightful, joyful tour of the transformative powers of starting something new, no matter your age--from the bestselling author of Traffic and You May Also Like "Vanderbilt elegantly and persuasively tackles one of the most pernicious of the lies we tells...
Get a hobby! : 101 all-consuming diversions for any lifestyle
Barseghian, Tina.
Paper Book
Is your daily grind taking the joy out of life? Don't get glum--get a hobby! In this entertaining, information-packed guide, journalist and ReadyMade contributing editor Tina Barseghian invites you to explore 101 thoroughly absorbing diversions, from conventional to downright wacky, that...
Plant parenting : easy ways to make more houseplants, vegetables, and flowers
Halleck, Leslie F.
Paper Book
"Everything a plant parent needs to take their plant collection--and plant knowledge--to the next level." --Maria Failla, founder, Bloom & Grow Radio podcast Do you have a passion for houseplants? A desire to grow more tomatoes? Do you want a garden bursting with colorful flowers? No matter what...
Complete crochet course : the ultimate reference guide
Mullett-Bowlsby, Shannon
Paper Book
"It's about time that crocheters got the same treatment and support as knitters. . . . Truly, the Mullett-Bowlsbys have meticulously thought through the crocheter's world. --Booklist (Starred review)   From renowned...
Every body yoga : let go of fear, get on the mat, love your body
Stanley, Jessamyn
Paper Book
From the unforgettable teacher Jessamyn Stanley comes Every Body Yoga, a book that breaks all the stereotypes. It's a book of inspiration for beginners of all shapes and sizes: If Jessamyn could transcend these emotional and physical barriers, so can we. It's a book for readers already doing yoga,...
The beginner's guide to hand building : functional and sculptural projects for the home potter
Cobb, Sunshine
Paper Book
Join the home pottery revolution! Whether you have access to a communal studio or not, hand building projects can travel just about anywhere. Take your clay outside or work at the kitchen table, with instruction from best-selling ceramics author Sunshine Cobb....
The beginner's photography guide
Gatcum, Chris
Paper Book
All you need is a digital camera and this bestselling book to unlock your full potential as a photographer! This handbook will help you improve your skills, give you a fresh perspective on how to approach a shoot, and which equipment will work best. If you have a burst of...
Cook like a pro : recipes & tips for home cooks
Garten, Ina
Paper Book
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Cook with confidence no matter how much experience you have in the kitchen with the help of the beloved Food Network star "Garten has kicked things up a level, this time encouraging readers to try more ambitious recipes that are still...

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