Do you start the countdown to Fall in Spring and weep openly when the stores stock their shelves with “ALL THINGS PUMPKIN”? 

This is the perfect time to visit your Yorktown Public Library and celebrate the changing of the seasons with the following materials:

IN THE ADULT COLLECTION:

First Frost: A Novel by Sarah Addison Allen

It's Fall in Bascom, North Carolina, and autumn will not go quietly. As temperatures drop and leaves begin to turn, the Waverley women are made restless by the whims of their mischievous apple tree... and all the magic that swirls around it. But this year, first frost has much more in store. Claire Waverley has started a successful new venture, Waverley's Candies. Though her handcrafted confections - rose to recall lost love, lavender to promote happiness and lemon verbena to soothe throats and minds - are singularly effective, the business of selling them is costing her the everyday joys of her family, and her belief in her own precious gifts.

At the Edge of the Orchard: A Novel by Tracy Chevalier

1838: James and Sadie Goodenough have settled where their wagon got stuck - in the muddy, stagnant swamps of northwest Ohio. They and their five children work relentlessly to tame their patch of land, buying saplings from a local tree man known as John Appleseed so they can cultivate the fifty apple trees required to stake their claim on the property. But the orchard they plant sows the seeds of a long battle. James loves the apples, reminders of an easier life back in Connecticut; while Sadie prefers the applejack they make, an alcoholic refuge from brutal frontier life.

BONUS: This material is also available on the Libby App as an audio book.

IN THE CHILDREN’S COLLECTION:

Pumpkins by Erika Shores

Big orange pumpkins grow in a patch. Fall is here! Celebrate the season with this easy-to-read book. Lovely photos and a simple design beautifully support early readers.

When Autumn Falls by Kelli Nidey

As September fades, a new season begins. Leaves and temperatures tumble. And, as autumn falls, new colors and smells gradually replace the heat and intensity that was summer. Autumn means the beginning of something new and crisp and familiar.

The Leaves Fall All Around by Steve Mack

This new twist on a favorite song celebrates seasonal changes.   Rookie Preschool books are bursting with alliteration, repetition, and singalong fun that encourages emergent readers to participate in the storytelling. Each book includes suggested activities linked to the story and its theme.

Fall Leaves by Erika L. Shores

Leaves turn red, orange, and yellow. Fall is here! Celebrate the season with this easy-to-read book. Lovely photos and a simple design beautifully support early readers.

By the Light of the Harvest Moon by Harriet Ziefert

As the harvest moon shines down, the wind picks up, sending orange, yellow, and crimson leaves dancing, until they settle in a pumpkin patch. One-by-one, leaf people emerge to celebrate the autumnal equinox. Mark Jones's rich pastel illustrations bring to life the mysterious and fleeting world of a gentle troupe of leaf characters, who will warm the hearts of all readers.

Apples by Erika Shores

Ripe red apples hang from tree branches. Fall is here! Celebrate the season with this easy-to-read book. Lovely photos and a simple design beautifully support early readers.

ON THE LIBBY APP:

One Bad Apple (Orchard Mystery Series #1)  by Sheila Connolly

The main character Meg Corey has come to the quaint New England town in Massachusetts, to sell her mother's old colonial home and apple orchard. Instead, she becomes embroiled in development plans that include her land, and her former flame from Boston. When he's found dead in the new septic tank on her property, the police immediately suspect Meg, whose only ally in town is the plumber Seth Chapin. Together, they'll have to peel back the layers of secrecy that surround the deal in order to find the real murderer, and save the orchard.

BONUS: This e-book contains recipes.

The Orchard: A Novel (AUDIO BOOK) by Kristina Gorcheva-New­ber­ry

Coming of age in the USSR in the 1980s, best friends Anya and Milka try to envision a free and joyful future for themselves. They spend their summers at Anya’s dacha just outside of Moscow, lazing in the apple orchard, listening to Queen songs, and fantasizing about trips abroad and the lives of American teenagers. Meanwhile, Anya’s parents talk about World War II, the Blockade, and the hardships they have endured. 

Fall Pumpkin Fun by Martha E. H. Rustad

Critical thinking and comprehension questions, fun facts, and charming illustrations show readers how people plant, grow, and harvest pumpkins. Readers will also see some of the fun and delicious ways to use pumpkins in fall.

Clifford’s First Autumn by Norman Bridwell

Clifford learns about autumn. Summer is over and Clifford the small red puppy, is curious about the changes that are happening all around him.

Fall, Family & Friends Cookbook by Gooseberry Patch

Cool, crisp autumn afternoons and starlit evenings just lend themselves to fun-filled get-togethers where the best memories are made. And whether it's a harvest moon hayride or Friday night football games, spending time with family & friends makes any gathering a celebration.  This cookbook is filled to the brim with handy harvest tips & how-to's along with the tastiest fall-time favorite recipes.  

Artic Autumn: Journey to a Season’s Edge by Pete Dunne

The Arctic doesn't spring to mind when most people think about autumn. Yet in his continuing effort to invite readers' curiosity through unpredictability, Pete Dunne pairs the transitional season of autumn with this fragile environment in flux. The book begins on Bylot Island in Nunavut, Canada, at the retreating edge of the seasonal ice sheet, then moves to Alaska, where the needs of molting geese go head to head with society's need for oil. Then on to the Barren Lands of Canada and a search for the celebrated caribou herds that mean life and death for human and animal predators alike. A canoe trip down the John River is filled with memories, laughter, and contemplation.

Autumn in a Jiffy by Gooseberry Patch

There's a nip in the air and the leaves are turning...it's autumn again! Back-to-school, homecoming, hayrides, county fairs, trick-or-treating and Turkey Day...so much fun, but so much to do!  Autumn in a Jiffy is just what you need...over 200 speedy recipes.  Most recipes are made with eight ingredients or less and are perfect for your busy family life.

Autumn also heralds the start of another season…Are you ready for some football?    

Cue the cheering crowd, the die-hard fans’ faces painted in team colors and chants of “Defense!  Defense!” filling the stadium.

Whether you are a total pro or a newbie to the game, your Yorktown Public Library has the materials you need to get you fired up for the Friday night lights!

IN THE DVD COLLECTION:

Friday Night Lights (TV SERIES)

In the small town of Dillon, Texas, everyone comes together on Friday nights when the Dillon High Panthers play. But life is not a game and the charismatic football players, their new coach Eric Taylor, and the passionate fans find that their biggest challenges and obstacles come off the field.

Friday Night Lights (MOVIE)

Starring Billy Bob Thornton and Lucas Black. Odessa, Texas has seen better days, yet one hope sustains the community...when the Permian High Panthers take to the field. Friday Night Lights captures the frenzy of a small town that reveres its school team and their weekly games.

IN THE ADULT COLLECTION:

Football for Dummies by Howie Long with John Czarnecki

The fun and easy way to tackle football basics and enjoy America's most popular sport.  Since the last edition of Football for Dummies, new stadiums have been built, new stars have ascended, and records have been broken. This new edition has been revised to reflect today's game, giving football fans up-to-the-minute information on all the rules and regulations, positions, plays, and penalties.  Featuring coverage of the newest stadium technologies, revised greatest players and legends, and pro-football must-do experiences, it also includes expert advice on training and gearing up for those who play the game.  This is the complete fan's updated guide to football!  Revised material on new players, stadiums, and strategies.  Written by football legend Howie Long and revered analyst John Czarnecki.  From peewees to the pros, this hands-on, friendly guide covers the nuts and bolts of football for fans of all ages and experience levels.

IN THE YOUNG ADULT COLLECTION:

Football Genius (Football Genius #1) by Tim Green

Bestselling author and former NFL player Tim Green scores a touchdown with this exhilarating novel.  Troy White has a phenomenal gift-predicting football plays before they happen. Any position. Any player. Any team.  When Troy's single mom gets a job working in public relations for the Atlanta Falcons, Troy figures it's his chance to prove what he can do. Troy and his best friends devise a plan to get the attention of star linebacker Seth Halloway. With Seth's playing and Troy's genius, the Falcons could be unstoppable--if they'll only listen.

IN THE CHILDREN’S SECTION:

My First Football Book by Sterling Children’s Books-  In this book, 20 simple words or phrases--like helmet, tackle, and touchdown--are paired with colorful photos to illustrate beginning gridiron concepts.

Football by Tanis Booth

This book provides information about football, explaining what it is, describing the equipment needed, the techniques of football, and competitions, and introducing some of the superstars of the sport. Includes a glossary and a quiz.

Football Stars by Virginia Buckman

This book profiles six top football stars, including Shaun Alexander, LaDainian Tomlinson, and Peyton Manning.

ON THE LIBBY APP:

Fantasy Football for Dummies by Martin Schulman

Millions of people worldwide play fantasy football, and you can join the fun with Fantasy Football for Dummies. Learn the basics and the skills needed to create and manage your ultimate fantasy team. Learn how to scout and draft players, use the best strategies to compete against other fantasy owners, and win your fantasy league championship. Check out this fun and entertaining guide to fantasy football and you’ll be on your way to becoming a successful fantasy team owner, manager, and coach.

Football Girl by Thatcher Heldring

The summer before Caleb and Tessa enter high school, friendship has blossomed into a relationship . . . and their playful sports days are coming to an end. Caleb is getting ready to try out for the football team, and Tessa is training for cross-country.  But all their structured plans derail in the final flag game when they lose. Tessa doesn't want to end her career as a loser. She really enjoys playing, and if she's being honest, she likes it even more than running cross-country. So what if she decided to play football instead?

IN THE VIDEO GAME COLLECTION:

Xbox Series X Game Col­lege ­foot­bal­l 25 by AE Sports

Immerse yourself in authentic, fast-paced, college football with dozens of diverse play styles across 134 FBS teams.

Pumpkins and passes.  Foliage and fumbles.  

Your autumn celebration continues with a visit to your Yorktown Public Library!