Everyone has days where nothing seems to go quite right: the yolk on your egg broke, the water heater gave you a cold shower, and you dropped your mug of coffee on the way out of the house. Not only that, but you forgot you needed to put gas in the car, hit every red […]
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I became a houseplant person by accident. Growing up, there were only a few plants in the house. They were the kind of stubborn plants that thrive on benign neglect: watered only on laundry day or when visibly wilted and never, to my knowledge, repotted. I did not inherit my habit of collecting indoor plants. […]
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I feel like I had a pretty idyllic childhood. I grew up in a time where one didn’t have to be as alert to things that we are today. My biggest fears were how to avoid quicksand, because they really made it seem like a big deal back in the 80’s! I had wonderful parents […]
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Living in the Midwest is a blessing and a curse. When it comes to the matter of seasonal changes, we are blessed with the ability to mark time with the changes of our environment: crisp white to new green; deep lush green to vibrant oranges and reds…and back to white. The curse is winter. Unless […]
The season of giving begins with ‘thanks.’ In recent years, I’ve struggled with constant and increasing pain from chronic health problems, turmoil and loss in my family; the worry, labor, and costs of a house in which everything seems to break and a neighborhood where vandalism is common; and the anxiety from a job working […]
When people imagine what our library offers, it’s easiest to consider the many shelves of books, the computer stations, or even the Dabble Box Makerspace in the lower level; but many people are unaware of the many online resources that the library offers as well. Although library patrons may be familiar with a handful of […]
As 2024 ends, one might be looking for new ways to give back to the community. The Friends of the Library are thankful for everyone’s generous support over the last 35 years. Our small non-profit organization has been able to make a big impact on the community since its incorporation in 1989. While there are […]
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Throughout my life I have been known to spend a lot of my free time getting lost in digital worlds – unfortunately, this also means I have been known to spend a lot of my money on these experiences as well. When the newest and most impressive video games cost $60-$70, it’s no surprise that […]
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October means the start of regular cool temps, sweater weather, evenings and weekends curled up with a warm beverage and a good book. So, you’ve got your coziest hoodie on and made the perfect steaming mug of tea, but now you’re not sure what to read. It can be overwhelming to know where to find […]
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We’re still five weeks out from the November 5 election and the stress levels are high. If you find yourself reading every news notification, buried in political mailers, scanning headlines in your email inbox, and doomscrolling for hours on end, you’re not alone. Even back in April, the American Psychiatric Association found that 73% of […]
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How to ACTUALLY Relax With Meditation
/in Blog/by Riley, Reference ServicesEveryone has days where nothing seems to go quite right: the yolk on your egg broke, the water heater gave you a cold shower, and you dropped your mug of coffee on the way out of the house. Not only that, but you forgot you needed to put gas in the car, hit every red […]
An Accidental Plant Person
/in Blog/by Stephanie, Reference ServicesI became a houseplant person by accident. Growing up, there were only a few plants in the house. They were the kind of stubborn plants that thrive on benign neglect: watered only on laundry day or when visibly wilted and never, to my knowledge, repotted. I did not inherit my habit of collecting indoor plants. […]
Coming Soon: Spice of the Month Club
/in Blog, Library Services/by Bethany, Reference ServicesI feel like I had a pretty idyllic childhood. I grew up in a time where one didn’t have to be as alert to things that we are today. My biggest fears were how to avoid quicksand, because they really made it seem like a big deal back in the 80’s! I had wonderful parents […]
Wintering
/in Blog, Staff Picks/by Christine, Reference ServicesLiving in the Midwest is a blessing and a curse. When it comes to the matter of seasonal changes, we are blessed with the ability to mark time with the changes of our environment: crisp white to new green; deep lush green to vibrant oranges and reds…and back to white. The curse is winter. Unless […]
Gratitude
/in Blog/by Jan, Reference ServicesThe season of giving begins with ‘thanks.’ In recent years, I’ve struggled with constant and increasing pain from chronic health problems, turmoil and loss in my family; the worry, labor, and costs of a house in which everything seems to break and a neighborhood where vandalism is common; and the anxiety from a job working […]
Online Resource Highlight: Consumer Reports
/in Blog, Library Services/by Riley, Reference ServicesWhen people imagine what our library offers, it’s easiest to consider the many shelves of books, the computer stations, or even the Dabble Box Makerspace in the lower level; but many people are unaware of the many online resources that the library offers as well. Although library patrons may be familiar with a handful of […]
Year End Giving with Friends of the Library
/in Blog, Library Events, Library Services, Your Community/by Stacy, Friends of the LibraryAs 2024 ends, one might be looking for new ways to give back to the community. The Friends of the Library are thankful for everyone’s generous support over the last 35 years. Our small non-profit organization has been able to make a big impact on the community since its incorporation in 1989. While there are […]
The Library Has Video Games?? (+ International Games month!)
/in Blog, Library Events, Library Services/by Riley, Reference ServicesThroughout my life I have been known to spend a lot of my free time getting lost in digital worlds – unfortunately, this also means I have been known to spend a lot of my money on these experiences as well. When the newest and most impressive video games cost $60-$70, it’s no surprise that […]
Fall Into a Good Book
/in Blog, Staff Picks/by Christine, Reference ServicesOctober means the start of regular cool temps, sweater weather, evenings and weekends curled up with a warm beverage and a good book. So, you’ve got your coziest hoodie on and made the perfect steaming mug of tea, but now you’re not sure what to read. It can be overwhelming to know where to find […]
Coping with Election Stress
/in Blog/by Stephanie, Reference ServicesWe’re still five weeks out from the November 5 election and the stress levels are high. If you find yourself reading every news notification, buried in political mailers, scanning headlines in your email inbox, and doomscrolling for hours on end, you’re not alone. Even back in April, the American Psychiatric Association found that 73% of […]