Gothic Revival style found in cast iron stove

March 18, 2023

You probably have seen a “swinger” clock but never guessed how it worked. Most are small metal statues standing on a base while holding a long baseball bat, pendulum or other long, thin rod that is topped by a clock or a globe. It keeps time and the pendulum keeps swinging, but there is no sign of an electric plug or other power source. The first “mystery clock” was made by a French magician, Jean Robert-Houdin, in 1845. Many other versions followed. Junghans, a German clock factory, made most of those seen today. Ansonia, an American clock company, also made these unusual ...

Library digital media

March 18, 2023

Spring is hopefully around the corner, but no matter the season the library has great resources to share. Patrons often say “I didn’t know the library had that!” when I share information about our services or digital resources. So if you’re reading this article, you’re already ahead of the curve. Today I would like to share more about the library’s digital media including Creativebug, our virtual author visits, and the library’s YouTube channel. Each of these great resources can be reached from the library’s website: www.newulmlibrary.org. Creativebug and our virtual ...

Fun, high impact learning resources at the New Ulm Public Library

March 11, 2023

You may have heard of that parent that slips broccoli, sweet potatoes and power greens into the family’s smoothies. This stealth move ensures even the pickiest toddlers, teens and adults get the nutrition they need. The library has learning resources that help in a similar way, building cognitive and development skills through play. Slip some of these learning activities into your next gathering or get away and fuel learning the fun way! Did you know playing in the dirt reduces stress in youth? Not only does nature make people feel better, the natural environment promotes learning by ...

Senior Meals

March 11, 2023

MONDAY Liver or pepper steak, baked potato w/sour cream, stewed tomatoes, dinner roll, dessert, milk. TUESDAY Biscuits and sausage gravy, roasted potatoes, cinnamon apple slices, dessert, milk. WEDNESDAY Ginger citrus chicken, rice pilaf, peas and carrots, peaches, bread, milk. THURSDAY Meatloaf, baked potato and sour cream, pears, bread, bar, milk. FRIDAY Vegetable soup, cheese sandwich, fruit, lime Jell-O w/whipped topping, milk. The New Ulm Community Center is OPEN for in person dining. Call 359-2243 for Delivery, or to reserve a meal for in person dining, or for ...

Knoll chairs noted for modern design, bright upholstery

March 4, 2023

Think of an iconic modern chair and there's a good chance it was manufactured by Knoll. The company is known for making furniture by notable designers. Many of these were innovative midcentury chairs, like Eero Saarinen's Grasshopper and Womb chairs, Harry Bertoia's Diamond chair and Jens Risom's lounge chair. The company continues to manufacture these chairs, along with more recent styles by contemporary designers. Many of these pieces were upholstered. Knoll's textile division started in 1947. The company collaborated with textile and fashion designers as well as architects and ...

Five Reasons to LOVE Audiobooks!

March 4, 2023

Have you started listening to audiobooks yet? You don’t have to give up reading “real” books, I promise, because audiobooks are real books! So just think of audiobooks as another way to enjoy a good book. Here are five reasons you might want to give audiobooks a listen. 1. Audiobooks let you multitask – Audiobooks allow you to do something else while you are reading a book. You can listen to an audiobook while you are driving, cleaning your house, cooking, knitting or on your daily walk or run…you get the idea! 2. Audiobooks are portable and convenient – Audiobooks are ...