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Honoring Michael Crichton

Posted on October 22, 2012 by Barbara

Tomorrow, October 23, is the anniversary of Michael Crichton’s birth. He died on November 4, 2008. You can join me in celebrating this popular author’s life and accomplishments by reading some of his novels. More information about his life is … Continue reading →

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Friday Fun: Honoring Tom Mix

Posted on October 12, 2012 by Barbara

On Oct. 12 in 1940, Tom Mix died in a one-car automobile accident. He was a famous and highly-paid star (along with his horse Tony) in silent-film era Westerns, as well as a few early “talkie” Westerns. Have you seen … Continue reading →

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Vermicomposting, Native Plants, Edible Weeds

Posted on October 1, 2012 by Barbara

If you missed the open house of the campus greenhouse Sat., that’s a shame. It’s looking very nice. It has 3 sections: one for student projects, one for plants that live in hot & dry climates, and one for hot … Continue reading →

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Int’l Book Week (Friday Fun Stuff)

Posted on September 21, 2012 by Barbara

I am informed by a Facebook friend that it’s International Book Week, and here is your assignment for no credit whatsoever: The rules: Grab the closest book to you, turn to page 52, then post the 5th sentence as your … Continue reading →

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Tutti Frutti! (Friday Fun Stuff)

Posted on September 14, 2012 by Barbara

On Sept. 14, 1955, Little Richard recorded “Tutti Frutti.” Did you know that the lyrics were revised to avoid censorship? See the explanation from The History Channel’s This Day in History entry. “Tutti Frutti” was the first of several hits … Continue reading →

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Andersen Library @ Orientation Week events

Posted on August 23, 2012 by Barbara

Welcome (back) to UWW! Come see us at various Orientation Week (hmmm, more like a week and a half) events! Here’s where we’ll be: Thurs., Aug 23, 9:30-10:30am: Involvement Opportunity Fair for UWW employees (Kachel Center) Mon., Aug 27, 1-2pm: … Continue reading →

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Queen Victoria’s Journals

Posted on August 3, 2012 by Barbara

Are you a history buff, an anglophile, or a royal watcher? You may be interested in perusing the digitized journals of Queen Victoria, which are being made freely available for a limited time. They cover her life since she was … Continue reading →

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Drum Corps in Whitewater July 6

Posted on July 5, 2012 by Barbara

“In what is sure to be a can’t-miss event during DCI’s 40th anniversary summer season, the Drum Corps International Tour will return on Friday, July 6, to Whitewater, Wis. Top World and Open Class corps will square off at the … Continue reading →

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July 4: Library hours, Whitewater events

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Barbara

Andersen Library is closed on Wed., July 4 for the Fourth of July holiday. Regular summer hours resume on Thursday July 5th (7am-9pm). Whitewater’s July 4th events (which start at 5pm on Friday, June 29th) are listed on Whitewater’s 4th … Continue reading →

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Music and more (summer in Whitewater)

Posted on June 20, 2012 by Barbara

Looking for something to do in Whitewater this summer? The Whitewater Arts Alliance is sponsoring a Savory Sounds series of music and food at the Birge Fountain (lawn of the Cultural Arts Center at 402 West Main Street) on Thursdays, … Continue reading →

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