HANSKA – The town of Hanska was officially incorporated in 1901, making it one of the younger communities in the region, but its history is rich and its residents maintain a strong community spirit 125 years later. It is this community spirit that has led to the recent creation of a Hanska ...
It has been too hot this summer to do much besides relax with a cool drink and a great book. Here are a few that I enjoyed recently. The world is ending: Earth is weeks away from being swallowed by a black hole. After forty years together, husbands Don and Rodney are finally out of time. They depart Maine and head for Washington state with the goal of fulfilling a long-kept promise. We Burned So Bright by T. J. Klune (Fantasy Fiction Klune – New) is a heartfelt novel about the commitments we make to our loved ones, even when they tear our world apart. Lillian Martin was the breakout ...
This year’s summer reading program theme was Unearth a Story. I want to take a moment to thank all the parents, caregivers, children, and teens who participated this year. I would also like to thank the library staff. They did an excellent job helping to make the program happen throughout a very busy summer. We recorded over 725 people in attendance at the 36 programs scheduled for this summer. At the end of the program, finishers received a free book, a grand prize ticket, temporary tattoo, and the chance to vote for a new toy to play with in the library. It was wonderful watching our ...
NEW ULM - On Monday, August 3, the New Ulm Public Library will open its doors to a colorful slice of mid-century childhood. Local collector Cat Rossing is bringing a carefully chosen selection of her vintage Barbie dolls, original fashions, and accessories for a public display that focuses on ...
The feeling of meeting someone and finding out you share the same interest in books is one of my favorites, and one of the reasons I love working in libraries. My favorite books are ones that are more character-based and deal with emotional issues like navigating complex relationships or dealing with grief. The best of them have a humorous (sometimes dark) narrator leading the way, allowing for laughs. I recently started in my role as a librarian here in New Ulm, focusing on adult programs and technology assistance, including our Memory Lab. As a way to get to know me, here are some ...
Jeffers Petroglyphs, home to thousands of rock carvings made by ancestors of today’s Native Americans as long as 7,000 years ago, offers a newly redesigned visitor center this summer. Updated displays with interactive elements and new multimedia installations allow visitors to engage with ...
