Education briefs for Monday, April 2
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Category Archives: Libraries
Librarian of Congress: Dona t let reading become a chore
Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden, left, reads the book "I'm a Duck" to students from Jacobs Primary School while visiting the University of Findlay's Mazza Museum on Friday.
Library to host anniversary event for insurance program
The Philippi Public Library will host an exhibition and reception honoring the 20th anniversary of the Children's Health Insurance Program from 5 to 7 p.m. March 20. The intent of the exhibit and programming is not to advocate for or against CHIP or any political viewpoint but to share information about the program with the public.
‘Alternative facts’ remark tops 2017 list of notable quotes
The statement Conway made when asked why Trump's then-Press Secretary Sean Spicer mischaracterized the size of inauguration crowds is one of many Trump-related quotations on the list, assembled by Fred Shapiro, an associate director at the library. "I actually had to limit the amount of Trump-related quotations on the list so as not to have the list overwhelmed by him," Shapiro said.
First class of 5-week bilingual training program for ironworkers graduates in library ceremonies
TOLEDO, Oct. 30, 2017: As previously reported in a La Prensa article by Kevin Milliken , a Swanton-based steel company has partnered with the South Branch Toledo-Lucas County Public Library to reach out to Latino adults to train them on the computer and technological skills needed as ironworkers to help them keep good-paying industry jobs and possibly even advance within the company. , South Branch library manager, helped put together the five-week training module with assistance from Foundation Steel rep Mario Vargas .
UC Santa Cruz: Far left students disrupt college Republicans meeting, get arrested
Last Sunday the College Republican at UC Santa Cruz held their usual meeting at the school's Mchenry Library in a room they had reserved for that purpose. But their meeting was disrupted by a group of far-left students who came in and began shouting.
Letters from young Obama show a man trying to find his way
A young Barack Obama questioned his place in the world and his racial identity, agonized over whether he'd make enough money as a community organizer, and lamented his incompatibility with his ex-girlfriend in 30 pages of letters he wrote to her that are now being archived by Emory University in Atlanta. The nine full letters, sent by Obama to his college girlfriend, Alexandra McNear, are being made public to researchers through Emory University's Stuart A. Rose Manuscript, Archives and Rare Book Library.
Elkins library announces new director
Stephanie Murphy has been named Director of the Elkins-Randolph County Public Library.
Bates College grant will help with children’s lit diversity
LEWISTON, Maine - The federal Institute of Museum and Library Services is giving Bates College nearly $250,000 to expand programs for racial representation in children's literature. Republican Sen. Susan Collins and independent Sen. Angus King say the money will support Bates' ability to grow the Diverse Book Finder, which is a repository for children's books.
History Lesson: How the Democrats pushed Obamacare through the Senate
Interpretation of the news based on evidence, including data, as well as anticipating how events might unfold based on past events The Democrats argue that their process to pass Obamacare was more open. But like the Republican health care bill, their final text was written behind closed doors.
Timber counties struggle to provide services as aid dries up
In this April 7, 2017, photo, a large display stands in the lawn of the main Josephine County library branch in Grants Pass, Ore. The library system in Josephine County has been operating as a nonprofit on donations and volunteer hours since it lost public funding, but a measure on the May 16 ballot could restore limited tax dollars by creating a special library tax district.
Oregon’s timber counties cut costs as federal aid evaporates
In this April 7, 2017, photo, a large display stands in the lawn of the main Josephine County library branch in Grants Pass, Ore. The library system in Josephine County has been operating as a nonprofit on donations and volunteer hours since it lost public funding, but a measure on the May 16 ballot could restore limited tax dollars by creating a special library tax district.
Oregon timber counties struggle as federal support dries up
In this April 7, 2017, photo, a large display stands in the lawn of the main Josephine County library branch in Grants Pass, Ore. The library system in Josephine County has been operating as a nonprofit on donations and volunteer hours since it lost public funding, but a measure on the May 16 ballot could restore limited tax dollars by creating a special library tax district.
Obama can cash in on speeches, but he should use them to make his case
Former President Barack Obama at a community event on the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago on Wednesday. This weekend, the John F. Kennedy library will present its annual Profile in Courage Award to Barack Obama.
Most of Gaza’s Libraries Have Been Closed or Destroyed-And You…
Palestinian sisters sort out their school books after finding them among the debris of their parents' destroyed home in Gaza City. There are as many opinions about Israel and Palestine as there are minds and mouths and fingers to type a tweet, but here is something everyone can agree on: People in Gaza need more books.
Trump – shoot someone’ boast tops 2016 list of notable quotes
In this July 28, 2016, file photo, Khizr Khan, father of fallen US Army Capt. Humayun S. M. Khan speaks as his wife Ghazala listens during the final day of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia.
Trump ‘shoot someone’ boast tops 2016 list of notable quotes
In this July 28, 2016, file photo, Khizr Khan, father of fallen US Army Capt. Humayun S. M. Khan speaks as his wife Ghazala listens during the final day of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia.
Yearlong Shakespeare 400 Chicago Festival Welcomes Estimated 1.1 Million
Shakespeare 400 Chicago , the yearlong festival marking the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare 's death, will wrap up a dynamic year of programming with a full calendar of events in December , having inspired an estimated 1.1 million people to take part in 863 events at 231 locations across the city of Chicago. Spearheaded by Chicago Shakespeare Theater under the leadership of Artistic Director Barbara Gaines and Executive Director Criss Henderson -and in partnership with 60 local cultural institutions-the city's festival is one of the largest Shakespeare quadricentennial celebrations in the world.
Mayor Emanuel, Chicago Public Library Announce Animal, Vegetable,…
Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Chicago Public Library today announced that the 27th One Book, One Chicago selection is Animal, Vegetable, Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver. One Book, One Chicago is a citywide program that, for 15 years, has helped bring communities together around one central book and theme through diverse programming.
Senator Wicker launches book donation program
From Press Reports Former first lady Laura Bush was wise to say, "The most valuable thing in my wallet is my library card." Our public libraries offer our communities more than shelves of books.