Kane County Reporter

The Village of North Aurora, in collaboration with Messenger Public Library, celebrated National Library Week by encouraging village employees to share their favorite books. The library promoted these selections through daily posts, inviting community members to explore various literary interests.

Mayor Gaffino, a landscaper, recommended "What’s Wrong With My Plant?" by David Deardorff, reflecting his professional passion. He remarked, "if you can see the problem then you can work on fixing it!"

Community Development Director Nathan Darga shared his love for Douglas Adams's "Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy" series, which he described as an "increasingly inaccurately named Hitchhikers Guide trilogy." The series is notable, according to Darga, for provoking laughter that made him momentarily set the book aside.

Natalie Stevens, Community Relations Coordinator, expressed nostalgia for "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" by Mark Twain, a book she fondly recalls from high school discussions and re-reads annually. She has a particular appreciation for the "spoon" scene with Aunt Sally.

Public Works Foreman Todd Murphy, an avid duck hunter, recommended "More Stories of the Old Duck Hunters" by Gordon MacQuarrie and Robert Ruark's "The Old Man and the Boy." Murphy praised MacQuarrie for conveying experiences that resonate with duck hunters, likening the reading experience to listening to a grandparent's storytelling.

Sergeant Mike Robinson suggested "The Archer’s Tale" by Bernard Cornwell for fans of medieval historical fiction, noting that he had read the book multiple times and enjoys Cornwell's wider body of work, including a series available on Netflix.

Community Service Officer Frank Ambrose highlighted the significance of "Problem Oriented Policing" by Herman Goldstein, a book introduced by his mentor that encapsulates effective police work's principles. Ambrose is currently advancing his education towards a career in law enforcement.

Despite Pawfficer Zelda's inability to read, she humorously proposed the benefit of petting dogs while reading, suggesting a "win-win situation."