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Eye on Sleepy Eye, Vol. II

Note: The first Eye on Sleepy Eye was included in the Oct. 7, 2023 edition of The Journal (1) A view from a larger-than-usual seat. Where am I? (2) This path is less traveled than the one beneath. Where am I? (3) A new addition to this location has its own hint built in. Where am ...

Best Nonfiction Books of 2026 (so Far)

There are many “Best Books of 2026 So Far” lists out right now, so I chose some of Amazon’s “Best of 2026” nonfiction picks to share with you. London Falling: A Mysterious Death in a Gilded City and a Family’s Search for Truth by Patrick Radden Keefe (364.152 Keefe). “From the bestselling, prizewinning author of Say Nothing and Empire of Pain, a spellbinding account of a family devastated by the sudden death of their nineteen-year-old son, only to discover that he had created a secret life which drew him into the dangerous criminal underworld that lies beneath ...

Building a small town museum

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 ...

Summer reads

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 ...

Summer Reading and Beyond

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 ...

Vintage Barbies come to NU library

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 ...