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8/28/2008 9:09 AM |
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Events & Books discusses events occurring in the Rice Lake area as well as interesting books, movies, and music. |
By tricharz on
2/1/2010 2:37 PM
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February is a shorter month than we're used to. There's less time to do the things you need or want to do. Maybe you need some equally quick books to read? Read on to find out more ... |
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By tricharz on
1/26/2010 10:47 AM
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What is a Geek? or a Nerd? It may not be the insulting term you are used to. More and more people are reclaiming these terms as titles of pride. It is a label that emphasizes dedication to an arcane area of interest. Read on to find out about some items that celebrate geekiness ... |
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By tricharz on
1/19/2010 7:35 PM
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Snowshoes help people cross deep snow with ease. The wide shape and construction of these platforms help distribute the person's weight across the snow. The Rice Lake Public Library is hosting a Snowshoe Hike & Demonstration on Saturday, January 23 at 1 pm ... |
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By tricharz on
1/14/2010 10:23 AM
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A strong earthquake, magnitude 7.0, shook the country of Haiti at 4:53 pm Tuesday, January 12. Buildings are fallen and thousands feared dead. An already stressed infrastructure struggles to cope with this new demand. Being so far removed from this disaster, you might wonder: what can I do to help? and want more information about Haiti. |
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By tricharz on
1/5/2010 4:17 PM
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First it was vampires, then werewolves, and now ... zombies? Maybe, but they'll never reach quite the same hights of romantic speculation. However, in S.G. Browne's book, Breathers: a Zombie's Lament, readers are challenged to consider man like you or I, but dead ... and the discrimination this causes him socially and romantically. |
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By tricharz on
12/29/2009 4:06 PM
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Lists are made at the end of each year: the top in music, books, best dressed, etc. So now it's my time! This list is drawn from the books I've read this past year, whether published in 2009 or not. Here is Tami's Top Ten of 2009. |
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By tricharz on
12/16/2009 10:08 AM
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A flurry of Christmas-themed books have recently arrived, just in time for the holiday. Whether its your favorite author, or a new one, all are filled with the sights and sounds of the season. Find time to relax with a good book! |
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By tricharz on
12/8/2009 7:58 PM
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Sandra Brown is best known for writing romantic suspense. She has written over seventy one books. Her newest novel, Rainwater, is a departure from her other novels. Read more to find out what it's about and what you can read while you wait for a copy ... |
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By tricharz on
12/1/2009 7:44 PM
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Are you one of the many people waiting to read Dan Brown's newest book, The Lost Symbol? This sequel to his breakaway hit, The daVinci Code, has people anxiously awaiting to see how Robert Langdon will figure out this new mystery. While you wait, here are some other books for you to enjoy ... |
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By tricharz on
11/18/2009 10:35 AM
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A murder most delicious. Sticks and Scones. The Grilling Season. Death a la Orange. Are you hungry for a good book? Read on to find out about popular series in this subgenre ... |
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- FREE Computer Classes. March 8 - 12, 2010 Free Computer Classes: Mouse Basics, Computer Basics, Internet Basics, Word 2007, and Stump the Librarian! Sign up now to save your place. Visit or call 234-4861.
- Job Hunting Advice. March 16, 23, & 30 @ 2 pm. This series of information sessions will guide participants in job hunting, resumes, interview etiquette, and more! This event is FREE and everyone is welcome!
- Pageturners Book Club. April 1 @ 6 pm. Friendship Room. The book club will discuss the classic comedy Cold Sassy Tree by Olive Ann Burns. It is a vivid portrait of small town life in the deep South at the turn of the century. Copies are available through the MORE system. No sign up necessary.
- If you get a chance, check out the beta version of our new website for kids at www.rlpl.org/kids and let us know what you think!
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