The 15th century was among the most tumultuous of the millennium for the English monarchy. Much of the latter half of that century was dominated by the fight for the throne that erupted within the house of Plantagenet. Fought between the York and Lancaster branches of the family, the 32-year clash came to be known…
Build Your Public Speaking Skills
Sooner or later, we are likely to find ourselves in a situation that requires speaking in front of others, whether in school, at work, or in less formal and more social settings. However, such situations are not always welcome or happily anticipated. Many people feel anxious or fearful about speaking in front of a group…
Discovery of the Planet Neptune–September 23, 1846
On this day in 1846, German astronomer Johann Galle pointed his telescope into the sky in search of an as-yet-unidentified celestial object that was suspected of disturbing the orbit of Uranus. Researchers in several countries--including astronomers John Couch Adams, James Challis, and George Airy in England; and French mathemetician Urbain Le Verrier--were trying to predict…
July is National Grilling Month
July is noted for its hot, summery days with occasional afternoon rain showers, summer break for school educators and children, and the celebration of America's independence. It is also known as National Grilling Month. Along with finding the perfect grills and foods for your barbecue, there are important safety tips for handling food. The National…
Bastille Day: The History and Celebratory Traditions
July 14th marks the annual celebration of Bastille Day, a national holiday in France. Bastille Day started when a mob of Frenchmen who were tired of the rule of the king of France stormed a prison to obtain weapons and free the prisoners. Bastille Day marked the start of the French Revolution and the end…
Insurance Tips and Tricks
June 28th is Insurance Awareness Day. Insurance is a topic that most avoid, however, it is necessary to have insurance to protect from losses due to natural disasters, catastrophic events, severe illnesses, and the death of a loved one. According to Jill Hunt, "when buying insurance, you should always comparison shop, look for discounts, and…
Yoga: A Brief History of Its Origin, Philosophy and Practices
Yoga is one of the six orthodox philosophical schools of Hinduism. Yoga involves meditation, movement, and breathing techniques for overall mental and physical well-being.
Let’s Explore: Gale in Context: Elementary
We are continuing to explore the children's databases that are available through the St. Tammany Parish Library. Gale in Context: Elementary is for elementary school aged children. According to Gale, this database "gives children a safe place to find answers to their questions, practice research skills, and explore interests inside and outside the classroom." Gale…
Let’s Explore: Novelist K-8
Are you or your children in grades K-8 looking for your next great-read? Novelist K-8 provides reading recommendations for grades K-8. According to EBSCO, "our recommendations are crafted by experts in children's literature, and we let you know who wrote a recommendation and why the recommendation makes sense." Novelist has reading recommendations based on age…
Great Resources for Senior Americans
According to the Schwartz Center for Economic Policy Analysis, many Americans facing retirement have little to no savings and no defined pension plan at the time of retirement. With the uncertainty of Social Security benefits, higher costs of living, and outstanding debts, many retirees face a high risk of poverty (Ghilarducci, T., Papadopoulos, M., and…
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