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On This Day: The Birth of Ronald Reagan and His Lasting Influence

Ronald Reagan, well known for his "Tear Down This Wall" speech, served as U.S. President (1981-1989) during a pivotal time in American history.  Reflect on the impact his administration still has today by reading or watching one of these library resources:  Read Online: A Companion to Ronald Reagan -  Ronald Reagan’s life (1911–2004) crossed major domestic and global turning points, and his presidency (1981–1989) marked a lasting shift in U.S. policy at home and abroad. As a central political figure of the late twentieth century, his influence continues to shape contemporary politics. This book offers a comprehensive examination of Reagan’s life, administration, and legacy—assessing the events, policies, and key figures of his presidency, as well as his diverse careers as sportscaster, actor, activist, governor, and national icon. It also explores the evolution of Reagan’s historical and popular reputation in the twenty-first century. Serving as a thorough resource for st...
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The Winter Olympics is February 6th to February 22nd

Our latest guide is Olympics. The Winter Olympics is February 6th to February 22nd. Get the latest news and learn about the history of the Olympic games.  Here are a few examples of what you can find in the guide. Some resources must be accessed on campus or login with your COM account to access campus. * The Boys in the Boat on Libby (eBooks) * Courage to Soar: a body in motion, a life in balance (Simone Biles, print book) * HBO The Weight of Gold (Michael Phelps, stream it on FOD)  * Jesse Owens Berlin 1936 (stream it on YouTube) http://dlvr.it/TQmy0L
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Will My Pickup Line Get Me Checked Out?

a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Our books are feeling flirty… and they’re counting on their first lines to score a reading date with you! The covers are wrapped, the mystery is real, and the only thing you’ve got to go on is that opening sentence. Think you can judge a book by its pickup line?  This fun display will be located on the front door display shelves for the month of February.  Come find your match! For more great ideas on leisure reading, check out the library's leisure collection guide. http://dlvr.it/TQllTq
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 Winter Olympics, 2/7/26 to 2/22/26

Our latest guide is Olympics. The Winter Olympics is February 6 to February 22nd. Get the latest news and learn about the history of the Olympic games.  Here are a few examples of what you can find in the guide. Some resources must be accessed on campus or login with your COM account to access campus. * The Boys in the Boat on Libby (eBooks) * Freeze Frame: a photographic history of the Winter Olympics (print book) * HBO The Weight of Gold (Michael Phelps, stream it on FOD)  * Shaun White: The Guy who Raised the Bar in Snowboarding (stream it on YouTube) http://dlvr.it/TQjMVv
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Celebrate Black History Month!

Get great resources including books, articles, streaming media, primary and open access sources from the African American History guide. Go to the guide or see more African & African American guides like Black Lives Matter Movement, Martin Luther King, Jr. or  Racism & Racial Equality. Featured Resources * Stream Swank feature films Harriet and  Glory free to COM students, faculty & staff! How to Use Swank. * Read one of our great eBooks from OverDrive like Becoming by Michelle Obama, The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson, Born a Crime by Trevor Noah or all our African & African American eBook Collection on your device. How to Use OverDrive eBooks. * Check out DVDs like The autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman, Hidden Figures or Green Book. How to use OneSearch.  * Get print books like The last negroes at Harvard : the class of 1963 and the eighteen young men who changed Harvard forever,  A Black women's history of the United State...
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Step Into the World of Zora Neale Hurston

a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Born this month in 1891, Zora Neale Hurston was one of the most important writers of the Harlem Renaissance.  Her works celebrated culture, identity, and storytelling that still resonate today. Immerse yourself in the brilliance of this influential voice in African American literature. Works by Zora are currently on display on the circulation desk shelves. Visit our book display and take home a piece of literary history! For works by more influential figures in African American literature and other recommended resources, visit the library's online African & African American Literature guide.   http://dlvr.it/TQfgFX
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Did You Know Doing Puzzles is Good for You?

January 29th is National Puzzle Day!  There are LOTS of benefits to spending time on puzzles.  Research shows that doing puzzles can help improve short-term memory and thought processing.  It's also a great stress reducer. You don't have to like jigsaw puzzles to be a puzzler.  There are many different puzzles you can try. You can: * do a math puzzle, like Sudoku, online or in a puzzle book * play a word puzzle on your phone or online * read a book of brain teasers * do an online crossword puzzle  If you DO like jigsaw puzzles, come by the library and spend some time working on our communal puzzle.  We always have one going and it's very popular with students! It doesn't matter how you do it; pick your favorite puzzle game and spend a few minutes on it today.  Your brain will thank you!   http://dlvr.it/TQcRLL
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