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January is National Hobby Month. Borrow one of these books and try something new!
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Updated December 5, 2024
Westchester Library System
Mount 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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Find more birds : 111 surprising ways to spot birds wherever you are
Wolf, Heather
Paper Book
Seeing more birds than you ever imagined and witnessing exciting avian drama is possible--whether you're on the go or in your own neighborhood, local park, or backyard. As Heather Wolf explains, it all comes down to how you tune in to the show happening around you, the one in which birds--highly...
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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,...
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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....
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First time jewelry making : the absolute beginner's guide
Powley, Tammy
Paper Book
A concise introduction to the craft of jewellery making, with easy tutorials and projects for a variety of popular mediums.
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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...
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Bridge for beginners : a step-by-step guide to one of the most challenging card games
Mendelson, Paul.
Paper Book
Bridge is the ultimate card game. It is truly a mind sport, as taxing on the brain as a decathlon is to the body. Bridge for Beginners is the ultimate introduction. Bridge for Beginners starts with the basics, even suggesting that the reader remove the jokers from a full deck of cards. With the...
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Tipbook acoustic guitar : the complete guide
Pinksterboer, Hugo.
Paper Book
An owner's guide for acoustic guitarists at all levels, this book features numerous tips on auditioning and buying an acoustic guitar, choosing new strings, maintenance and tuning, and much more. Also included are chapters on the instrument's family, history, and production, as well as an index, a...
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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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A field guide to color : a watercolor workbook
Solomon, Lisa
Paper Book
Play with paint, get creative with color, and discover your personal palette--a joyful, interactive workbook for creativity, self-expression, and deepening your understanding of how color works. Color is one of the most profound ways we have to express ourselves. In this lively...
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The NPR curious listener's guide to opera
Berger, William 1961-
Paper Book
Major composers including Mozart, Wagner, Verdi, Puccini, and Strauss * Legendary singers from the great divas to the Three Tenors * What to look for and listen to at the opera * The history of opera and why it endures * Stylistic variations and basic theoretical underpinnings * Appreciating the art...
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