It's that time of year again--Time to get out and vote.
To assist you in choosing which candidates and
issues to vote for, we have compiled a list of informative websites.
These are not the only websites available to you; they are simply a
small sampling of what is out there. Be advised that they are not
endorsed by the Virginia Public Library and that we have not read
everything that is contained within them. You are using them at your own
risk. A good source of Presidential election information is NewsBank, a database brought to you by your library. Simply use your library card to log in and explore the Special Reports column on the left side of the screen. NewsBank For information on Minnesota legislative races, take a look at the Politics in Minnesota website: The League of Women Voters has put together a website with general election information. It can be searched by state and includes such information as how to register and where to go to vote. You can also learn where you should go to place your vote and how to register to vote at the website of the Minnesota Secretary of State. Additionally, this site has information on what issues and which candidates are to be voted on in your area. Minnesota Public Radio has a series of questions to help voters see which candidates are more similar to their own beliefs. Project Vote Smart is a non-partisan, primarily volunteer, organization that presents the candidates. The website includes, among other things, a brief resume with biographical information and the candidate's voting record and position on issues. | ||
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Election 2012
Thursday, October 11, 2012
Fall 2012 Brown Bag Events
Save the dates for these Brown Bag events and the fun after school fiber-arts event!
"Thinking out loud" with Marsh Muirhead --
October 18th at noon
He lives near Bemidji on the banks of the Mississippi and has had stories and poems published in the Southeast Review, New Mexico Poetry Review, Minnetonka Review, Rattle, Modern Haiku and elsewhere. He is a contributor to the Canadian Poetry website How Pedestrian and has participated locally in KAXE's "Great American Radio Show" and "The Beat".
Mr. Muirhead will talk about the value of poetry in our
world and will read an edited version of his winning Great American Think-off
essay. He will also read several poems and discuss the fresh face of Haiku –
it’ not what you were taught in elementary school! There will be a
Q&A session at the end of his presentation.
Copies of
Key West Explained: A Guide for the Traveler, will be available for
purchase and signing by the author.
Bhutan -- A View from the Top of the World with Cal Rice --
October 25th at noon
Through his amazing
photos, professional photographer Cal Rice will share his experiences from a
recent trip to the Himalayan country of Bhutan. After being almost completely
cut off for centuries, the government of Bhutan began
allowing outside influences - including television and the internet – only a few
years ago, while still preserving its ancient traditions. Besides the beauty of
the land, its architecture and its people, this program will highlight the
contrasts between centuries old customs and the impact of modern
society.
Of his work, Bemidji resident Rice
says, “What I am trying to do in this career is to visit and photograph
countries that are in the midst of cultural change. Then come back to northern
Minnesota and
share my experience. This is more a documentary and cultural exchange rather
than just a travelogue.”
Bring a lunch and join us in
the library auditorium for an insightful view of a nation which puts more value
on its “gross national happiness” than its gross national product.
This event is possible thanks to
sponsorship by the Arrowhead Library System and funding by money from
Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
Confessions of a Professional Eater with Eleanor Ostman -- November 15th at noon
She is also the founder
and past president of the Newspaper Food Editors and Writers Association and has
been active in the community through chairing the St. Pal Cancer Crusade and
currently serving on the board of the Friends of Roseville Parks. She will
visit Virginia Public Library to share stories of a life in food and reminisce
about growing up and eating well in Northern Minnesota.
Zachary
Scot Johnson -- December 13th at noon
After spending 10 years
of touring with artists like Grammy winners Shawn Colvin and Keb' Mo" and movie
stars/musicians Kevin Costner, Rita Wilson and others, Zachary Scot Johnson has
been performing throughout Minnesota libraries to excellent reviews. Zach
performs on keyboard, guitar, banjo, mandolin, dobro and more and is working on
a holiday theme with a twist. Instead of another holiday program filled with
yet another version of Jingle Bells, Zach has been digging through
"lesser known gems and finding some really cool pieces". In addition to
performing, he will explain the process he went through to rediscover the
selections and will provide a little history behind them. Join us in the
library lobby for a fantastic musical celebration of the
holidays.This event is possible thanks to
sponsorship by the Arrowhead Library System and funding by money from
Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
After-School Workshop
Fleece
to Felt: Fiber Art Comes Alive Workshop -- November 14th at 3:30
The Duluth Art Institute
will be presenting their workshop, "Fleece to Felt: Fiber Art Comes Alive" in
the library auditorium. Participants will learn how to transform fluffy,
colorful sheep's wool into a fun, felted butterfly. It is a very interactive
and accessible (and clean) art project for all ages.
This event is possible thanks to
sponsorship by the Arrowhead Library System and funding by money from
Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
-- Susan J. Hoppe, Reference Services Librarian
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