Category Archives: around the library

The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

Posted on June 18, 2013 by Martha

Another week, another book! This week I’m tackling The Washington Post paperback fiction bestsellers list, which is topped by The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. If you haven’t been to the movies lately you may be wondering at the … Continue reading →

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Inferno by Dan Brown

Posted on June 11, 2013 by Martha

Have you read Inferno by Dan Brown? It’s number one on the New York Times “Combined Print & E-Book Fiction” Best Sellers list right now and was last week too. Here are some ways to get it and find similar or related books to read. Continue reading →

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Memorial Day

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Barbara

On Monday. May 27th, we will observe Memorial Day. A national moment of remembrance takes place at 3:00 p.m. local time. The Whitewater Banner describes Whitewater’s observance on May 27 (parade starting at 10:30 am from the First Citizens Bank … Continue reading →

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Tornado readiness

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Barbara

It’s peak season (May-August) for occasional tornadoes. Be prepared! Know the difference between a watch and a warning: A Tornado Watch or Severe Weather Watch means a tornado may develop. Be alert and be prepared to take action if the … Continue reading →

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Library Hours May 21-27 & Summer Session

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Barbara

Andersen Library will shorten its hours during the break between Spring Semester and Summer Session (May 20-27): Mon. May 20:   7am – 4:30pm Tues. May 21-Fri. May 24:   8am – 4:30pm Sat.-Mon. May 25-27:   CLOSED (Memorial Day weekend) Summer Session … Continue reading →

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Library extended hours for exams

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Barbara

Andersen Library will extend its hours for exam study beginning Mon., May 13. Popcorn will be made on the evenings that we’re open until 2 a.m. (* on dates indicated below). Coffee will be served evenings and weekends. Hours Mon. … Continue reading →

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Relaxathon 2013

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Rebecca

Need to give your mind a rest after all this studying?  Stop in for some fun activities this week! Monday, May 6  —Make your own Stress Ball  from 1:00-4:00 pm Tuesday, May 7  —Make your own Stress Ball from 1:00-4:00 pm … Continue reading →

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Parental Units’ Days

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Martha

What better a gift to give than a book? Continue reading →

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Stuffed Animal Sleepover at Andersen Library

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Ellen Latorraca

If you happened through Andersen Library this past Friday, Saturday, or Monday, you may have noticed children and librarians with stuffed animals in tow. You were witnessing the Stuffed Animal Sleepover. Parents and grandparents helped the stuffed animals’ kid-friends create … Continue reading →

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Stuffed Animal Sleepover in the Library!

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Ellen Latorraca

UW-Whitewater students, staff, faculty and Children’s Center families accompanied by a child 6 years of age or younger, are invited to Andersen Library’s first annual Stuffed Animal Sleepover on Friday, April 19th. We are joining the Children’s Center in celebrating … Continue reading →

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