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Books & Authors

Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month

Alzheimer’s can have a big impact on every member of the family, including children. Each child will react differently to someone who has the disease. Try books on this list to help children understand this disease.

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Business

Start Your Business

Starting and managing a small business can be a challenging and rewarding experience. In business, there are no guarantees. You can improve your chances of success by research, planning and preparation. More
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World Alzheimer's Month

World Alzheimer's Month is the international campaign by Alzheimer's Disease International every September to raise awareness and challenge the stigma that surrounds dementia. World Alzheimer's Month was launched in 2012. World Alzheimer's Day is on September 21st each year. 

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Automotive

Where to Buy Auto Repair Manuals

The Library's Automotive Repair collection has over 4,000 repair manuals, and most of them are available for checkout. If you want to buy your own copy, here's where to look.  More
Books & Authors

Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month

Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month is celebrated during the month of June. The Library provides dementia inclusive programs and materials to support those living with the disease, their care partners, family members and friends.

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Books & Authors

Orphan Trains

From 1854 to 1929 an estimated 250,000 orphaned, abandoned, and homeless children were placed throughout the United States and Canada during the Orphan Train Movement. 

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