Published September 30, 2017 Submitted by: Renee
Once a busy shipping point on the old Memphis Railroad, Turner station had become a flag stop for the post office by 1958. The old depot, long out of use, was torn down by the Frisco Railroad in 1958. This article gives some of the history of the Turner area.
More Published September 29, 2017 Submitted by: Stephanie
Enjoy the wonder found throughout this world in Everywhere Wonder by Matthew Swanson. More Published September 29, 2017 Submitted by: Kathleen
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Our Information Age is devolving into a post-truth world. Let's fix that. More Published September 27, 2017 Submitted by: Sarah
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The most meaningful word to a child is her name. Place it everywhere you can and read it often. More Published September 26, 2017 Submitted by: Kathleen
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Celebrate intellectual freedom by reading a book that has been challenged or banned during 2015-2016. More Published September 25, 2017 Submitted by: Sarah
Ken Burns’ documentary series “Vietnam War: An Intimate History” airing on PBS is a talker around the office, school and dinner table. More Published September 25, 2017 Submitted by: Sarah
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Take a StoryWalk®! The Library has partnered with Howard Smith Community Park in Strafford for a StoryWalk® featuring "Leaves" by David Ezra Stein. Infants through age 6 will enjoy a special storytime at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, September 26th and then enjoy the book posted along the trail. The StoryWalk® will be available throughout October. More Published September 23, 2017 Submitted by: Renee
John Hutchison, one of thirty-nine surviving Union veterans, was interviewed by Eddie Bass. He shared his personal history and colorful army stories in this 1950 newspaper article. More Published September 22, 2017 Submitted by: Stephanie
Celebrate the talent in our community as you watch your friends and neighbors perform at Schweitzer Brentwood's Got Talent: A Neighborhood Talent Show for All Ages. The fun will be on Sunday, September 24th from 2-4 p.m., call 883-1974 for details. More Published September 21, 2017 Submitted by: Chris
Many of the first wave of comics (or graphic novels) to be taken seriously have been nonfiction. Here's a list of both classic and contemporary reads of the genre. More Published September 20, 2017 Submitted by: Stephanie
Does your child have a favorite book! Read it together to make him smile! More Published September 18, 2017 Submitted by: Stephanie
Practice your storytelling skills by making up a new story to go with the pictures in a book. More Published September 18, 2017 Submitted by: Vanessa
Bibliophiles will delight in this list of books. All of these titles have a bookstore setting with characters who understand the power of a good story. More Published September 18, 2017 Submitted by: Kathleen
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Even though not every family in the city of Republic has a library card, a pilot project between the Library and Republic School District allows the students and employees to use the Library’s online research resources 24/7. More Published September 15, 2017 Submitted by: Stephanie
Mornings are sometimes hard. Try having a good morning song to help your child wake up gently. More Published September 14, 2017 Submitted by: Whitney
As the days begin to cool and the nights get a bit longer, settle in with these titles that will get you in the mood for Autumn. More Published September 13, 2017 Submitted by: Stephanie
It's time to Shake, Shimmy and Rock & Roll at the Midtown Carnegie Branch! Infants to age 6 will listen to great stories and music on Friday, September 15th at 10 a.m. More Published September 13, 2017 Submitted by: Sarah
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Join the Fair Grove Branch at a special Racing to Read STEAM Storytime for infants to age 6. On Wednesday, September 13th at 11 a.m. we'll play with simple machines and read interactive stories. More Published September 11, 2017 Submitted by: Sarah
A child’s first trip to the library is a rite of passage that we celebrate with families. However, parents of children with special needs may avoid the library due to a child’s mobility or sensory issues – there are towering book shelves, lights, foreign noises and strangers More Published September 11, 2017 Submitted by: Sarah
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Explore the amazing changes of the season in Full of Fall by April Pulley Sayre. More Published September 7, 2017 Submitted by: Stephanie
Come play with us at Racing to Read Playtime: Preschool Science Edition at the Library Center! Infants to age 6 will enjoy unstructured, developmentally appropriate activities on Saturday, September 9th from 10 a.m. to noon. More Published September 6, 2017 Submitted by: Sarah
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September inevitably brings thoughts and memories of school. Love or hate it, fall sends us back to the classroom. In honor of this yearly tradition, we've compiled a list of "campus" novels for your enjoyment.
More Published September 4, 2017 Submitted by: Stephanie
Where can you and your child go to play with puppets, puzzles, toys and books while learning too? Your library! Each branch has a children's area full of fun toys and books that you can check out or use in the library. More Published September 4, 2017 Submitted by: Sarah
This week’s library programs are all about your favorite pursuits, from genealogy, to live music; from bridge to DIY projects. More Published September 1, 2017 Submitted by: Michael
On September 2, the University of Missouri Tigers face off against the Missouri State Bears for the first time since 1923. Adding to the intrigue, Bears coach Dave Steckel returns to Columbia for the first time since accepting the Missouri State job three years ago. More Published September 1, 2017 Submitted by: Stephanie
Words are everywhere! Point out words you see around you and sound them out. More