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The Doctor Is (Still) In

The Doctor Is (Still) In

  • Post published:March 8, 2023
  • Post author:Jessica M.

Theodor Geisel, known by millions worldwide as Dr. Seuss, was born on March 2, 1904. Over a hundred years later, educators still celebrate Dr. Suess' legacy in the month of…

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Black Biographies

Black Biographies

  • Post published:February 20, 2023
  • Post author:Chad Statler

Biographies bring its subject to life for the reader. Far from a day-to-day retelling of somebody's life a biography is a story told in such way to read much like…

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Discover Black Inventors during Black History Month
George Washington Carver, seated on steps, with staff

Discover Black Inventors during Black History Month

  • Post published:February 10, 2023
  • Post author:Katie S.

Every February we celebrate the history and achievements of Black Americans and every February I learn something new. This year is no exception. While I knew about several of these…

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Health on the Shelf: Behind the Medical Curtain

Health on the Shelf: Behind the Medical Curtain

  • Post published:November 1, 2021
  • Post author:Trina Thomas

Medical dramas have always been popular shows to watch on TV or to stream. The Good Doctor, The Resident, and House are just a few examples. And I am sure…

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Presidential Biographies

Presidential Biographies

  • Post published:January 20, 2021
  • Post author:Chad Statler

Currier & Ives (American, active New York, 1857–1907) The Inauguration of Washington as First President of the United States, April 30th 1789 – At the Old City Hall, New York…

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The Grant of History

The Grant of History

  • Post published:May 27, 2020
  • Post author:Chad Statler

Beginning on Memorial Day, the History Channel began airing a three-part miniseries on the life of Ulysses S. Grant (similar in style and format to the Washington miniseries the History Channel aired back…

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A Celebration of Mothers

A Celebration of Mothers

  • Post published:May 6, 2020
  • Post author:Victoria Vogel, Adult Services Staff

May 10th is Mother's Day. What better time to celebrate the strength and determination of moms and motherhood than now? Here are some titles that celebrate famous and notable mothers…

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