April 15, 2012 marks the 100th anniversary of the Titanic’s tragic sinking after striking an iceberg in the North Atlantic. Many of the stories of those who survived and those who did not are firmly embedded in popular culture. There …
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The 000s in nonfiction cover a real hodge-podge of topics. In this section of “generalities,” guides for setting up computer networks cozy up to tomes about Bigfoot and UFOs. Every middle schooler’s favorite compilation of fascinating feats–the “Guinness Book of …
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Spring break season is upon us, which for many means taking part in the time-honored tradition of the family road trip. When I was a kid, this meant a trek across Kansas to Colorado, the backseat of our green station …
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Inspiration boards are nothing new. Creating collages made of photos, scraps of fabric, favorite quotes and other odds and ends is a good way to define your style, make plans for redecorating your bedroom or prepare for your upcoming wedding. …
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One of my favorite questions to answer at the reference desk is, “How many books am I allowed to check out?” I love seeing the delight on a person’s face when I respond, “As many as you can carry – …
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Film lovers rejoice! True/False is in full swing, showing a variety of entertaining and thought-provoking documentaries at venues throughout downtown Columbia. I try to see a handful of films every year, and without fail I am transformed by the experience. …
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