Tag Archives: books

Alfred Hitchcock

Posted on April 29, 2010 by Barbara

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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New Stuff Tuesday – April 20

Posted on April 20, 2010 by kyle

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

Posted on April 19, 2010 by Barbara

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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Jean Brennan on climate change 4/20

Posted on April 17, 2010 by Barbara

Jean Brennan, Senior Climate Change Scientist at Defenders of Wildlife, will deliver the Distinguished Scholar Lecture “The Climate Change Challenge: Why Traditional Conservation Approaches Can’t Work” on Tues., Apr. 20, 2010, at 7 pm in Young Auditorium. Dr. Brennan authored … Continue reading →

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Charlie Chaplin

Posted on April 16, 2010 by Barbara

Charlie Chaplin was born in London on April 16, 1889. “Who’s that?” you ask? Chaplin was an actor and director, especially famous for his Tramp character. He started in silent movies, and his first “sound” movie, City Lights, used only … Continue reading →

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New Stuff Tuesday – April 13

Posted on April 13, 2010 by kyle

How To Teach Physics to Your Dog by Chad Orzel QC24.5 .O79 2009 New Book Island, 2nd floor Physics: not exactly a subject that is high on many people’s list of favorites. I know that I took the required physics … Continue reading →

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New Stuff Tuesday – April 6

Posted on April 6, 2010 by kyle

Animating Difference: Race, Gender and Sexuality in Contemporary Films for Children by C. Richard King, Carmen Lugo-Lugo & Mary Bloodsworth-Lugo HM1091 .K56 2010 New Book Island, 2nd floor Growing up as youngsters, everyone has their favorite movies. In many cases, … Continue reading →

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Play Expo (Apr 3)

Posted on April 1, 2010 by Barbara

Get your game on at the 2010 Play Expo on Sat., Apr 3, 1-4 pm (in the Hamilton Center, James R. Connor University Center). It’s the 3rd annual play expo! There will be speakers from the gaming industry: Cory Barlog, … Continue reading →

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Withdrawn children’s books go on sale in library

Posted on March 31, 2010 by Susan

Andersen Library will be selling nonfiction children’s books that have been withdrawn from the Curriculum Collection. Come check out the sale beginning the afternoon of April 1st. All books are $1, and the sale runs through April. Look for the book … Continue reading →

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Cuba

Posted on March 31, 2010 by Barbara

Jim Winship will present “This Year in Havana” at 7pm on Wed., Mar. 31, at the Irvin L. Young Memorial Library (431 W. Center St.) Free and open to the public! Dr. Winship, a Professor of Social Work at UWW, … Continue reading →

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