Discover two powerful, free resources available through the library that open doors to rich history and endless reading possibilities!

First, Sara dives into a comprehensive digital collection exploring American Indian history—featuring primary sources, landmark treaties, court cases, tribal flags, maps, timelines, videos, slideshows, and in-depth articles organized by tribe, culture area, subject, and era.

Then, Nicole has the latest news on Libby, the go-to app for borrowing e-books, audiobooks, and more. Learn about recent updates to checkout and hold limits, smart etiquette tips to reduce wait times (like returning early or sampling first), the power of the "Notify Me" feature for new titles. Plus details on a brand-new bonus: free access to Ground News right inside the app—a tool that lets you compare coverage across the spectrum, see media bias breakdowns, and read diverse perspectives on the same story without algorithmic bubbles.

Struggling with New Year's resolutions that never seem to stick? This episode dives into why most goals fade by mid-January and shares realistic, bite-sized ideas to help you actually follow through.

From small daily habits that support better health and sleep, to gentle ways to improve focus and mental clarity, we explore practical changes that feel doable instead of overwhelming.

We also talk about the joys (and realistic challenges) of cooking with young kids — turning meal prep into fun learning moments, exploring kid-friendly cookbooks, and creating memorable family time in the kitchen.

Join us as we kick off 2026 with our 20th "This Week in History!" From Samuel Colt's 1847 revolver contract that saved his company, Utah's 1896 statehood after Mormon reforms, Patsy Mink's historic 1965 entry as the first Asian American woman in Congress, to the 1933 start of Golden Gate Bridge construction, there's these and so much more that's happened this week...

Also check out the latest History Bites about Thomas Paine's Common Sense, also celebrating an anniversary, here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I9QFHRPnheQ