International Read an eBook Day September 18, 2018

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Celebrate Int'l Read an eBook Day

Years ago there was a giant push to encourage reading among youth and adults alike, and that push has entered the modern age with International Read an eBook Day. No more are we tied to reading books in the old format with two covers and hundreds of pages, no more do hundreds of trees have to die each year to bring literature to people from every walk of life. With the invention of the eBook we have reached the point where the wonder of reading is available to anyone with a computer or portable electronic device. It’s become a huge industry, with devices like Kindle, Nooks, and apps available on many types of devices like cell phones and tablets.

History of International Read an eBook Day

The first major celebration of International Read an eBook Day was in 2014, and was put together by a major eBook distributor OverDrive. This company provides eBooks through many major locations, but is best known for being the biggest provider of eBooks to to libraries all over the country. It’s eBooks are supplied by thousands of publishers, including the best known of Penguin Random House, HarperCollins, Harlequin, Persues, Wiley, and others. Chances are if you’ve read an eBook from a library, it was supplied by OverDrive.

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STREET ART

Word of the Day

frothy
Definition:	(adjective) Emitting or filled with bubbles as from carbonation or fermentation.
Synonyms:	bubbly, effervescing, spumy, foamy
Usage:	There is nothing better on a balmy summer evening than a frothy ice-cream soda.

Idiom of the Day

with reckless abandon  — With rash, unrestrained impulsiveness, enthusiasm, or zeal.

This Day in History

Jean Bernard Léon Foucault (1819)

Foucault, a French physicist, invented the Foucault pendulum and used it to provide experimental proof that the Earth rotates on its axis. He improved astronomical instruments, especially the telescope, and with Armand Fizeau took the first clear photograph of the Sun. Foucault is also known for determining the speed of light with extreme accuracy and showing that light travels slower in water than in air. 

Constitution Week (Mesa, Arizona)

Mesa, Arizona, has consistently celebrated the Congressionally established Constitution Week for over 30 years. Held at the Mesa Amphitheater, the celebration includes a school band concert, a Constitution Quiz, a Boy Scouts parade of flags, the high school color guard ROTC, and live music. Educational activities include information about the lives and activities of America's Founding Fathers and an in-depth examination of the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Mesa students at all grade levels learn about the U.S. Constitution during the week. 

Man disfigured by hunting accident becomes world's oldest face transplant recipient

A 64-year-old man in Canada who was left disfigured after a hunting accident has become the oldest person in the world to receive a face transplant, his doctors report. Four months after the surgery, performed at Hospital Maisonneuve-Rosemont in ...
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Man disfigured by hunting accident becomes world's oldest face transplant recipient


1769 - It was reported, by the Boston Gazette, that the first piano had been built in North America. The instrument was named the spinet and was made by John Harris. 


1793 - U.S. President George Washington laid the actual cornerstone of the U.S. Capitol. 


1830 - The "Tom Thumb", the first locomotive built in America, raced a horse on a nine-mile course. The horse won when the locomotive had some mechanical difficulties. 


1837 - Tiffany & Co. was founded in New York City. 


1851 - The first issue of "The New York Times" was published.


1895 - Daniel David Palmer gave the first chiropractic adjustment. 


1946 - Mound Metalcraft was founded in Mound, MN. On November 23, 1955, the company changed its name to Tonka Toys Incorporated. 


1965 - The first episode of "I Dream of Jeannie" was shown on NBC-TV. The last show was televised on September 1, 1970. 

1969 - Tiny Tim announced on "The Tonight Show" to Johnny Carson his engagement to Miss Vicki Budinger. Carson asked the two to be married on the show. They made TV history with the wedding on December 17, 1969. 

2003 - Robert Duvall received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

DAILY SQU-EEK

If You Were Born Today, September 18

You are someone who can be "hard to know" because of your fluctuations between sociability and independence--you're friendly when others have you, and aloof or unavailable at other times. You need time to yourself to refuel. You're highly intuitive, helpful, and a natural teacher. While worry and self-doubt can be issues in youth, you get better with age! You are at once peace-loving and hard-working. You appreciate the comforts of home and family, but you are also enthusiastic about your work. You cling to your lifestyle and don't make sweeping changes easily. An overall feeling of stability is important to you. You may be drawn to partners who are emotional and a tad dramatic. Famous people born today:

1895 John Diefenbaker, 13th Prime Minister of Canada (Conservative: 1957-63), born in Neustadt, Ontario (d. 1979)

1905 Greta Garbo, Swedish actress (Ninotchka, Grand Hotel, Camille), born in Stockholm, Sweden (d. 1990)

1933 Scotty Bowman, NHL player/coach (Montreal Canadians/Detroit Red Wings), born in Montreal, Quebec

1961 James Gandolfini, American actor (The Sopranos), born in Westwood, New Jersey (d. 2013)

971 Lance Armstrong, American road cyclist (7 Tour de France titles) banned for illegal drug use, born in Plano, Texas

1971 Jada Pinkett Smith, American actress (Set it Off, Nutty Professor, Menace II Society), born in Baltimore, Maryland


READERS INFO

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Buffalo Humanities Festival 2018

Sep 20-22, 2018 | Buffalo, NY 

Buffalo Humanities Festival aims to enrich the mind through conversation, ideas, and arts. Focusing on the importance of academics, scholars and artists come together to showcase their thoughts and media. Leave the festival with a new appreciation for history, culture, and the arts.

further information: Buffalo Humanities Festival


2.

SlowExposures Juried Exhibition 2018

Sep 20-23, 2018 | Concord, GA 

R.F. Strickland Building|144 Main St

You didn’t think anything was special about what’s in front of you, but someone else did and promptly tapped the shutter button. SlowExposures showcases a slew of photographs from individuals who believed their ordinary surroundings presented an extraordinary snapshot of rural life. Each picture is judged by an experienced juror, yet they all present a unique perspective on what you initially thought held no sentimental value.

further information: Slow Exposures: Celebrating Photography of the Rural South

3.

Vintage Market Days 2018

Sep 20-22, 2018 | Logan, UT 

Cache County Fairgrounds|450 S 500 W 

Vintage Market Days is THE place to find original art, antiques, vintage clothing, handmade treasures, seasonal plantings and baked goods in Central Denver. Held several times a year in various communities, this three-day event is an opportunity to discover and support the talents, treasures and passions of local vendors.

further information: Events of Vintage Market Days in Northern Utah



Pictures of the day


Portrait of Dr. Gachet refers to two portraits painted by Dutch artist Vincent van Gogh in 1890, depicting the homeopathic doctor and artist Paul Gachet. Van Gogh was staying with Gachet on the recommendation of his friend Camille Pissarro, having spent a year in a mental asylum following a breakdown. He produced more than seventy paintings during his time with Gachet, including the portraits of his host. The paintings show Gachet with a melancholy face, which Van Gogh described as "the heartbroken expression of our time", seated next to some foxgloves. The portraits of Dr. Gachet were completed just six weeks before Van Gogh shot himself and died from his wounds. The first version of the portrait sold for $82.5 million in 1990, making it at the time the most expensive painting in history. The second version, pictured here, hangs in the Musée d'Orsay in Paris, France.

Chasing Light

“This photo was taken in the Financial District of San Francisco before sunset. I was fascinated by the street scene with busy commuters, low angle lights and long shadows of people.”  San Francisco, United States

knit

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Soft Linen Vest

http://www.classiceliteyarns.com/WebLetter/415/Issue415.php

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Stockinette Stripe Tote pattern by Kaitlin Blasing

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Knitted Apple Cloth

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Socken mit Patch-Kreisen by Charles D. Gandy

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Bernat How 'Bout Them Apples? Crochet Blanket Pattern

crochet, vintage

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Baby Booties Pin Cushion Pattern

crochet

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Riviera Cotton Tee pattern by Michele Costa

crochet

Lollipop Circus Baby Booties

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Shawl for Marlene

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26 Days of Crochet Animal Alphabet Appliques

RECIPE

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Summer Pasta With Zucchini, Ricotta and Basil Recipe

CROCKPOT RECIPE

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Slow Cooker Peaches and Cream Steel-Cut Oatmeal

SWEETS

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Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies

ADULT COLORING

CRAFTS

DIY Decorative Switch Plates & Outlet Covers

Home and Garden DIY Ideas, Photos and Answers

CHILDREN'S CORNER ... crafts

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Awesome DIY Craft For Teens - Cool Galaxy Shoes

PUZZLE

Bicycle Crossing Jigsaw Puzzle



WORD SEARCH

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SUDOKU ... medium

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Bring Dead Sharpies Back to Life

To bring your permanent marker back to life, simply remove the back from the maker. This will be different for each brand of permanent marker, for Sharpies simply remove the back nib. Next, deposit a few drops of isopropyl “rubbing” alcohol onto the felt material inside. Shake the marker a bit to ensure the rubbing alcohol is absorbed. It’s the solvent that the ink is mixed with that dries out first, making the pigment unable to flow. Once the felt absorbs the rubbing alcohol for a couple of minutes the marker will be practically good as new!

EYE OPENER

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