Part two of a short history of Camp Hygeia, focusing on Clara Fromherz, "Angel of Hygeia".
Studying Ancient Greek Ideas
As a young person in college, I was extremely privileged to be able to study the classics of Western Civilization. As a freshman, my fellow students and I read primary sources translated from Ancient Greek into English, and we questioned, discussed, thought, and wrote about these ideas. We learned about Ancient Greek literature, mathematics, science…
Spooky Scary Comic Books, vol. 4
Hello, fellow creatures of the night! Today, we embark on another journey through the library to find those books that quench your thirst for frights. If this
Fashion at the White House: History of Couture and Trends
During the presidential terms of George Washington and John Adams, the dress protocol of the White House followed the British Court dress code, but included some modifications to add an American flair. In later years, however, Thomas Jefferson balked at many of the stricter dress protocols of the White House, and, during his inaugural address…
October is Computer Learning Month
Along with cooler weather comes the month of October. October is also designated as Computer Learning month. Basic computer skills are necessary to perform many online tasks like paying bills, shopping, checking the latest news, watching for weather alerts, finding information, ordering prescription refills, online banking transactions, and more. Employers are requiring basic computer skills…
Vampires
It’s almost time for Halloween which means the return of our favorite spooky creatures.
Dinner at the White House: Rules for Etiquette
This year marks the U.S. presidential election with all the publicity and excitement that are customary with presidential elections. Can you imagine being invited to the White House for dinner? As custom dictates over the course of several presidential terms, formal engraved invitations are sent to potential guests of the White House. It is considered…
Louisiana Elections and Some of Its Most “Colorful” Politicians
Every fall, a myriad of political signs appear on the sides of roadways and lawns. Avid campaign supporters are found standing at corners of populated roadways waving signs and hands to encourage travelers to vote for a particular candidate. In Louisiana, many electoral races create much excitement, similar to the anticipation of catching beads and…
Marvel Cinematic Retrospective: Ant Man
Marvel Cinematic Retrospective Fans today are living in a Golden Age of movies based on comic books. Kids, teenagers and adults have grown up on the exploits of superheroes since the 1910's, and more recently in film as well. Among the many comic book producers, few were as prominent and and beloved as Marvel Comics…
Test a New Children’s Database!
STPL is considering adding some new children's databases to our list of offerings, and we'd love your feedback to ensure the databases we choose support your learning needs, whether you're using the databases to complete school assignments or exploring topics just for fun. From now until November 15th, 2020, we have free trial access to…
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