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New Stuff Tuesday – June 19

Posted on June 19, 2007 by kyle

Who says reference books have to be old and boring? McGraw-Hill Encyclopedia of Science & Technology Tenth Edition REF Q121 .M3 2007 Reference Collection, 2nd floor Need to know more about lean manufacturing? Wondering what the heck dactyloscopy is? The … Continue reading →

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Whatcha reading?

Posted on June 18, 2007 by Ronna

Cry Rape: The True Story of One Woman’s Harrowing Quest for Justice KF225 .B66 L84 2006 Main Collection, 3rd floor Madison, Wisconsin, prides itself on its open-minded, progressive image. But one woman knows just how mistaken that image can be. … Continue reading →

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New Stuff Tuesday – June 12

Posted on June 12, 2007 by kyle

Chasing the American Dream: New Perspectives on Affordable Homeownership Edited by William M. Rohe & Harry L. Watson HD7287.96 .U6 C43 2007 New Book Island, 2nd floor Should you rent or should you buy? The topic is definitely at the … Continue reading →

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New Stuff Tuesday – June 5

Posted on June 5, 2007 by Ronna

Every Week a Season: a Journey Inside Big-Time College Football Brian Curtis GV958.5 .N33 C87 2005 New Book Island, 2nd floor Those who know me will laugh upon learning I am highlighting a book on “big-time college football,” since I … Continue reading →

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Posted on June 4, 2007 by Carol

The Good Husband of Zebra Drive by Alexander McCall Smith MCN McC McNaughton Collection, 2nd floor The latest installment of the international best-selling No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series is sure to keep fans coming back for more. Mr. J.L.B. … Continue reading →

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High-tech… books?

Posted on June 1, 2007 by kyle

Time for your weekly dose of library-related Youtube videos. This one demonstrates that computers and all of our modern “conveniences” isn’t the first time that humans struggled with technology. Thanks to Dianne for the video submission! [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLnXUeB4kYY[/youtube]

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Women in Congress 1917-2006

Posted on May 30, 2007 by Kate

Women have politically impacted the role of the United States government ever since the 19th Amendment was passed when they were finally granted the right to vote. But just how much do you know about the women who have served … Continue reading →

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Posted on May 21, 2007 by Ronna

The Sugar Camp Quilt is part of the Elm Creek Quilts series, by Jennifer Chiaverini (a Madison author). Before you think, “Quilting? Yuk!,” keep reading! This book contains adventure, romance, prejudice, and family dynamics, all with a little history thrown … Continue reading →

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New Stuff Tuesday – May 15

Posted on May 15, 2007 by kyle

This week, I’ve chosen two unrelated titles, just that they had somewhat catchy covers. I know, I know, don’t judge a book by its cover. Relationship Sabotage: Unconscious Factors That Destroy Couples, Marriages and Families William Matta HM1106 .R45 2006 … Continue reading →

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Whatcha reading?

Posted on May 14, 2007 by kyle

Whatcha reading?, our new category, is all about you. We want to know what you’re reading. Think of this as a chance to let other people know about a good book (or a bad one) that you’re reading. It’s kind … Continue reading →

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