Monthly Archives: April 2010

Haunted WI Talk May 4th

Chad Lewis, a paranormal researcher and author, will talk about haunted Wisconsin on Tues., May 4th, at 7pm at the Irvin L. Young Memorial Library (Whitewater’s public library at 431 W. Center St.). Andersen Library has a couple of books … Continue reading

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Alfred Hitchcock

Alfred Hitchcock died on April 29th in 1980. He was and is, of course, famous for his scary movies. I still remember that as a young child I was absolutely terrified that birds were going to attack my eyes. Well, … Continue reading

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“The Life and Death of the Sun” Apr. 30

Dr. Robert Benjamin, UWW Physics Dept., will present “The Life and Death of the Sun” on Fri., Apr. 30 @8pm in Upham Hall 140, followed by public viewing at the UWW Observatory @9:15pm (weather permitting). It’s the fourth spring David … Continue reading

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Free Comic Book Day: Saturday, May 1

Looking for a break from all your papers and tests? Want something fun to read? You’re in luck! Saturday, May 1 is Free Comic Book Day! Just walk into any participating comic book store and pick yourself up a free … Continue reading

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New Stuff Tuesday – April 27

Born Entrepreneurs, Born Leaders: How Your Genes Affect Your Work Life by Scott Shane QH457 .S53 2010 New Book Island, 2nd floor We all know the significance of the role that our genetic make-up plays in our lives. Those little … Continue reading

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Historical newspaper articles: Chicago Tribune, 1849-1986

Have you ever wondered what was on the front page of the Chicago Tribune on December 7, 1941? Are you looking for information on Wisconsin’s reaction to the Lincoln assassination? Maybe you’re curious about the effects of Prohibition on businesses … Continue reading

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Economic Data for Free? Yes, Please.

I confess. I’m a sucker for free stuff. More specifically, I like finding credible, well-respected information freely available online. So when the World Bank announced that they were opening up their statistical resources for free, you can imagine that I’m … Continue reading

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New Stuff Tuesday – April 20

Green Careers: Choosing Work for a Sustainable Future by Jim Cassio & Alice Rush GE60 .C397 2009 New Book Island, 2nd floor We’re coming up on the end of the semester and a time where those graduating are searching for … Continue reading

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Educational TV: Animals & Ecotourism

Since two cats joined my household, I’ve been enjoying a guilty weekend pleasure: sitting with a contented, purring, and often sleeping cat on my lap. Staying put requires preparation–gathering within easy reach a beverage, whatever book(s) I’m reading, crosswords, and … Continue reading

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Celebrate Earth Day! Film showings in the Library

To celebrate Earth Day (Thursday, April 22), the Andersen Library is showing films on April 19-April 22 which are free and open to all! These films will be shown on the main floor of the Library in the TV area. … Continue reading

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