Blog Archive
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New York Times 2025 Multimedia Competition
New York Times Multimedia Competition: Growing up with A.I “What’s it like to think, create, teach and learn at a time when artificial intelligence is transforming our world? What do you think its rise will mean for the generation in high school now?“ The New York Times has opened its annual multimedia competition, encouraging students…
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The Secret Lives of Lost Bookmarks
Every library has its mysteries. Some are tucked away on forgotten shelves, hidden behind long titles and dust jackets. But in our library, one of the strangest mysteries doesn’t live in a book – it lives in a plastic wallet. Since 2011, we’ve been collecting the things people have left behind in books. Not post-its…
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May Day Around the World – Different Traditions, Shared Stories
As the first of May arrives, Jeju tangerine blossoms scent the air, days stretch longer and the northern hemisphere begins its gentle shift toward summer. Across history, this seasonal change has meant more than just warmer weather – it’s been a moment to pause, to celebrate and to explore life’s rhythms through story, song and…
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Find Your Next Great Read: Library Ambassadors’ Top Picks
Hey readers! Stuck on what to read next? Our Library Ambassadors have sorted some amazing books into four simple categories. Whether you want a fun escape or something to make you think, we’ve got you covered. Just Want Something Fun? 🎉 These books are perfect when you need a break from schoolwork. They’re entertaining and…
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The Origins of St. Patrick: A Tale of Education and Transformation
St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, is a figure whose life story exemplifies the transformative power of education and perseverance. Born around 385 AD in Roman Britain, Patrick’s early life took an unexpected turn when he was captured by Irish raiders at the age of 16 and sold into slavery in Ireland. During his…
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