Funeral pre-planning (personal funeral planning) is a wise practice that’s becoming increasingly accepted and appreciated. People are sometimes hesitant to pre-plan a funeral because they think they’re not going to die anytime soon, or they may not like the idea of thinking about their own death and funeral. There may even be some superstition that [...]
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Numerous theories have been proposed by scientists to provide normal explanations for ghost sightings. Although the evidence for ghosts is largely anecdotal, the belief in ghosts throughout history has remained widespread and persistent. We have lots of books describing all things haunted: Ghost Hunting : a Survivor’s Guide, by John Fraser Ghost Stories of the [...]
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FREE WORKSHOP If you are looking for funding to mount an exhibition, put on a performance, or anything else arts-related, this workshop will show you how to identify funders supporting individuals working in the arts. We will also discuss grantmaker motivations in funding individual artists, and the variety of support options available. Thursday, October 27, [...]
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Make A Difference Day is the most encompassing national day of helping others. Held annually on the fourth Saturday of October, millions of Americans are rallied into a single day of action to help change the world. Everyone can participate. Find a need in your community and use the power of Make A Difference Day [...]
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Eleanor Roosevelt was a delegate to the United Nations General Assembly from 1946 to 1952, a job for which she was appointed by President Harry S. Truman. During her time at the United Nations she chaired the committee that drafted and approved the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Hazel Rowley’s Franklin and Eleanor: an Extraordinary [...]
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Love is the most profound emotion known to human beings. For most people, romantic relationships are the most meaningful element in their lives. But the ability to have a healthy, loving relationship is not innate. We have lots of books to help you learn more about this fascinating subject. Emotional Fitness for Intimacy : Sweeten & Deepen [...]
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Vinland was the name given to an area of North America by the Norsemen, about the year 1000 CE. There is a consensus among scholars that the Vikings reached North America approximately five centuries prior to the voyages of Christopher Columbus. In 1960 archeological evidence of the only known Norse settlement in North America was [...]
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What is forgiveness? Generally, forgiveness is a decision to let go of resentment and thoughts of revenge. The act that hurt or offended you may always remain a part of your life, but forgiveness can lessen its grip on you and help you focus on other, positive parts of your life. Forgiveness can even lead [...]
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Are you planning to take the ACT or SAT test this fall? Stop by the Library and check out the resources to help you prepare. Books Cracking the ACT Gruber’s Complete ACT Guide SAT Strategies, Practice, and Review Gruber’s Complete SAT Guide E-Books Cracking the SAT Web Sites Act test dates, registration and preparation http://www.actstudent.org SAT [...]
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