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Colby Library News | Libraries
DANVILLE —The theme of this year’s summer reading program is Oceans of Possibilities, and we invite residents to read and discuss “The Perfect Storm” by Sebastien Junger. The book details the loss of the Andrea Gail of Gloucester, MA and her crew who were lost at sea in severe storms. Even if you’ve already read …

Local libraries offer museum passes to residents | News, Sports, Jobs
Libraries in the Clinton-Essex-Franklin Library System currently offer discounted passes to area museums. These passes can be borrowed like a book and are available to library cardholders from any library that is a member of the CEFL system. Thanks to a Generous Acts grant from the Adirondack Foundation, all libraries have at least …

KDL’s STEAM Work Lab offers hands-on activities to spark kids’ curiosity
While school backpacks can sit empty for months, summer is the perfect time for kids to visit the Kent District Library (KDL) to experience a unique and hands-on STEAM program called KDL Lab Experience. Suitable for elementary school-aged children, Courtnei Moyses, Kent District Library branch programming and outreach specialist at Kentwood and Gaines branches, says …

Museums teach visitors about the roots of communities | Hillsboro Star-Journal
By Rowena Plett Personal editor Marion County Museums preserve the history of their communities, maintain archives, and display memorable artifacts from the early days. Father Kapaun Museum Perhaps the most visited museum at the moment is the Father Kapaun Museum in Pilsen. Chaplain Emil Kapaun, a prisoner of war in Korea who helped other prisoners …

Museums teach visitors about the roots of communities | Peabody Gazette-Bulletin
By Rowena Plett Personal editor Marion County Museums preserve the history of their communities, maintain archives, and display memorable artifacts from the early days. Father Kapaun Museum Perhaps the most visited museum at the moment is the Father Kapaun Museum in Pilsen. Chaplain Emil Kapaun, a prisoner of war in Korea who helped other prisoners …

Cash-strapped Main Street organizations face global cyber threats
Diving Brief: Small businesses and local government agencies face significant risks from ransomware and other malicious cyberattacks, federal and state officials warned Tuesday during an on-the-ground hearing in Michigan before the House subcommittee. on intelligence and the fight against terrorism. Threat actors have launched ransomware and other cyberattacks against Michigan school districts, colleges, small towns …

🌱 Roanoke Libraries Goes Well For Free + $66 Million In New Roanoke Businesses
Hello everyone! It’s Wednesday in Roanoke and I’m back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what’s happening locally. I wish you all a nice day. Let’s dive into it. High: 86 Low: 67. 📢 I am looking for business owners and marketers in Roanoke who want to get noticed, connect with …

Museums offer new exhibitions for everyone
By Conor Doherty Museums are constantly changing what they display, adding and removing items or even entire exhibits. This summer, if you’re looking for something fun and educational, visit these museums and see some of the exciting new exhibits they have to offer. Museum of Historic Annapolis If you want to see Annapolis and how …

Quantum network nodes with hot atoms
Communication networks need nodes at which information is processed or forwarded. Physicists at the University of Basel have now developed a network node for quantum communication networks that can store single photons in a vapor cell and transmit them later. In quantum communication networks, information is transmitted by single particles of light (photons). At the …

Targeted recovery support for Canadian arts, culture and heritage organizations to help welcome audiences back and increase revenue
The government of Canada continues to support the viability of arts, culture and heritage organizations as the sector recovers. GATINEAUQC, June 27, 2022 /CNW/ – Our arts, culture and heritage sectors have been among the hardest hit throughout the pandemic, especially organizations that rely on in-person attendance. As tourism begins to recover and visitors gradually …

Museums and libraries nationwide leveraging low-cost spectral imaging systems built by RIT
Libraries and museums nationwide have begun to recover lost and obscured texts on documents of historical significance using low-cost spectral imaging systems developed by professors and students at the Rochester Institute of Technology. The systems collect images in many wavelengths of light to reveal faded text that is undetectable to the human eye. They were …

🌱 Gwinnett County Meth Lab + Local Representatives. Reply to Roe V. Wade
Good morning everyone. It’s me, Nicole Fallon-Peek, your Loganville-Grayson Daily host – here to tell you all the biggest things happening in town these days. Keep scrolling for the scoop. First, today’s weather forecast: A shower and a thunderstorm; wet. High: 83 Low: 69. Here are the top five stories in Loganville-Grayson today: The DEA …

Oklahoma leaders and organizations react to Roe v. wade
Oklahoma leaders and local organizations reacted to the court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Many Oklahomans have different emotions about the decision to ban abortion in Oklahoma, ranging from elation to despair. Abortion is banned in Oklahoma after the trigger laws were put in place. The trigger laws came into action as soon as …

11 Philadelphia museums to visit at night
Avoid the tourist crowds and see your favorite exhibits in a whole new (moonlight!) light. Visit the Franklin Institute’s rooftop observatory on a special nighttime science museum tour / Photo courtesy of the Franklin Institute Philadelphia Museum of Art, spring gardenDid you know? Every Friday night, Philadelphia’s grande dame of museums stays open until 8:45 …

Smithsonian Libraries and Archives and Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage Unveil “Music HerStory”
The Smithsonian Libraries and Archives and the Smithsonian’s Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage open a new exhibit, “Music HerStory: Women and the Music of Social Change” at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History on June 22. “Music HerStory” will be on display until February 20, 2024. Women’s leadership in music and social change …

Industrial Thermostats Market Development Forecast 2022-2030 | Thermo, Weiss, Shel Lab – Indian Defense News
Industrial Thermostats Market Report Coverage: Key Growth Drivers and Challenges, Regional Segmentation and Outlook, Key Industry Trends and Opportunities, Competitive Analysis, COVID-19 Impact Analysis and Projected Recovery, and Market Sizing and Forecast. Latest research launched on Global Industrial Thermostat Market, it provides a detailed analysis with presentable graphs, charts and tables. This report covers …

British Columbia’s Royal Museums drop demolition plan
The demolition and reconstruction plan Royal British Columbia Museum was suspended on Wednesday. CBC News reports that British Columbia Premier John Horgan make the announcement at a press conference where he said the $789 million development unveiled last month was the “wrong move at the wrong time”. A poll released by the Angus Reid Institute …

Bucks County Organizations Respond to Roe v. wade
Vicky was 26 when she had an abortion. She was in an abusive relationship at the time and terrified if she went through with the pregnancy there would be no way out, no way to protect herself and her baby from their father. . “I was torn and scared when I had to make that …

Item 9 Labs Corp. Nears Completion of Cannabis Cultivation and Laboratory Facilities in Pahrump, Nevada | New
A state-of-the-art 20,000 square foot facility is expected to be fully operational by the end of 2022 PHOENIX , June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Item 9 Labs Corp. (OTCQX: INLB) (the “Company”) – a vertically integrated cannabis dispensary franchisor and operator that manufactures premium, award-winning products – is pleased to announce today that its new …

Top 3 Ways Technology Can Improve User Experience
Illustration: © IoT for all The market is saturated with information, education and entertainment, which means people need a variety of offerings. Modern libraries, in tune with the changing times and as part of the service industry, use technology to retain their readers. The IoT has enabled libraries to use RFID, drones, blockchain, AI, and …

NightDragon Partners with Orange Cyberdefense to Bring Emerging Cybersecurity Innovation to European Organizations |
Orange Cyberdefense will work with NightDragon portfolio companies to integrate technology into high-value security services to help customers stay ahead of threats SAN FRANCISCO and PARIS, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — NightDragon, an investment and advisory firm focused on the cybersecurity, safety, security and privacy industry, today announced a new strategic partnership with Orange Cyberdefense, …

The Association of Jewish Libraries will host a conference at Weitzman
AJL conference attendees at the 2019 conference, the last time the organization met in person | Courtesy of the Association of Jewish Libraries Jewish librarians are more than little old ladies with tight buns and glasses. And being a librarian is more than looking for a dusty book on a shelf. Library and information science …

Global Multiband Receiver Market 2022 Growth Factor – SkyTraq, Silicon Lab, Melexis, Topcon Positioning, ComNav Technology – Instant Interview
MarketQuest.biz start to examine Global Multiband Receiver Market from 2022 to 2028 for in depth discussing the key industry drivers and current state, as well as giving a comprehensive assessment. This study includes several key characteristics and factors related to the market, along with their growth. The debate will delve into the characteristics, classifications, applications, …

The CNT orders the blocking of sites “affiliated with terrorist organizations which support them”
Image from INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines – The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) has ordered internet service providers to block several websites, including those of independent media, “found to be affiliated with and supporting terrorist organizations and terrorists”. The order, dated June 8, was signed by NTC Commissioner Gamaliel Cordoba at the request of National Security Advisor …

Museum Collaborates on Cultural Access Pass Program with Local Libraries | Community
Lewisburg, Pennsylvania — In addition to the traditional library fare of books, music and movies, patrons of nearly a dozen local libraries can now check out free passes to the Lewisburg Children’s Museum. “Getting a free pass to visit the Museum is as easy as visiting your local library,” said Kahla DeSmit, Executive Director of …

Mobile Anti-Malware Software Market Size, Scope and Forecast
New Jersey, United States – The Mobile Anti Malware Market research report examines the market in detail over the anticipated period. The research is divided into sections, each of which includes analysis of market trends and changes. Drivers, limitations, opportunities, and barriers, as well as the impact of numerous aspects on the industry, are all …

Teresa Spangler and PlazaBridge Group, LLC help organizations innovate with new products and solutions.
Teresa Spangler and Bridge Group, LLC help organizations innovate with new products and solutions. The Game Changers edition of DotCom magazine DotCom Magazine’s Exclusive Entrepreneur Spotlight Series The PR issue of DotCom magazine The Power of Zoom Interview Issue Teresa Spangler, Founder and CEO of PlazaBridge Group, Joins Other Leaders, Pioneers and Thought Leaders Interviewed …

‘Voluntary Detours’ highlights the charm and history of rural Alberta museums
When we think of museums, we can consider that the dominant urban institutions hold the authority over what museums are and what they contain. Lianne McTavish is a professor of art history, design and visual culture at the University of Alberta, whose new book — Voluntary Detours: Small Town and Country Museums in Alberta seeks …

Central Illinois Libraries Provide Fun and Encourage Reading |
Bloomington Pop-up story time; 10-10:30 a.m. June 21, McLean County History Museum Courtroom; registration required; 0-11 years old; free admission on Tuesdays. Story time on the go; 3:30-4:30 p.m. June 22, Evergreen Park Bookmobile Stop; 0-11 years old; no registration required. Story time on the go; 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., June 23, Wingover Bookmobile …

Calgary pet rescue organizations in ‘crisis’, city officials say, with shelters at full capacity
Calgary officials say the city’s animal welfare organizations “are in crisis,” with animal abandonments on the rise, adoptions on the decline and many animals in need of care. The city released a statement on Wednesday – in conjunction with the Calgary Humane Society and the Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society (AARCS) – saying that due …

Must visit museums in Gujarat
Gujarat is the land of traditions and legends, and is known for its vibrant culture and heritage. Regions may be many, but people are united by the mix of festivals, fairs, dance forms, art and architecture. The best place to see this is in the many museums scattered across the state. Here is the first …

How a forensic lab started in 2019 is helping police solve complex crimes
In May, Moinuddin Qureshi, 48, was shot dead by two unidentified assailants outside his shop near the Moti Mahal restaurant in Daryaganj. Police initially had no leads – CCTV footage was blurry and the suspects could not be identified, while nothing came to light when his wife Zeeba and other family members were questioned. Cyber …

The Hershey Story Museum and Hershey Gardens join the Museums for All program
Today The Hershey History Museum and Hershey Gardens announced that they have joined Museums for All, an exclusive access program of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), administered by the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM), to encourage people from all backgrounds to regularly visit museums and build museums throughout their life -life habits. …

States with most used public libraries – 24/7 Wall St.
Public libraries are one of the anchoring institutions of a community, a source of pride, a place of reflection and a quiet refuge from the sometimes chaotic outside world. Americans visited public libraries 1.3 billion times in 2018. More than 172 million Americans have library cards. And more than 99% of libraries offer free Internet …

Knox County organizations receive approximately $693,000 in arts grants
Lawmakers announced 44 arts grants in total for Knox County organizations such as the Knoxville Children’s Theater and the Museum of Infinite Outcomes. Knoxville, Tenn. – Several Knox County organizations will receive grants from the Tennessee Arts Commission to support their arts missions. State lawmakers said 44 grants will be awarded for a total of …

Domino Lab partners with Snowflake for a united MLops platform
We’re excited to bring back Transform 2022 in person on July 19 and virtually from July 20-28. Join leaders in AI and data for in-depth discussions and exciting networking opportunities. Register today! Machine learning operations (MLops) management software maker Domino Data Lab has announced new features in its Domino 5.2 platform designed specifically for use …

Nust donates Mnangagwa’s biography to libraries
The National University of Science and Technology (Nust) yesterday donated President Mnangagwa’s biography to 36 libraries in Bulawayo so that schoolchildren and young people can be inspired to lead. As part of the commemoration of June 16, the Day of the African Child, Nust donated 900 books titled, A Life of Sacrifice, a biography of …

Things to do in DC this weekend: festivals, markets, museums
Things to do Plus, more June 16 and Father’s Day celebrations. H Street Farmers Market. Photo courtesy of Freshfarm. No plans this weekend? Here are some last minute things to do. It’s the tenth of June! Celebrate by going to 3rd Annual June 19 Festival (Sat, free, Waldorf), where you can listen to live music, …

Samsung’s C-Lab created 59 start-ups over the past decade
To stay ahead of the competition in the face of the downfall of iconic tech giants such as Motorola, Nokia and Yahoo!, Samsung created the C-Lab (Creative Lab) program, which has created 59 start-ups to date . A Samsung-operated program designed to turn creative ideas into business opportunities and boost the South Korean start-up ecosystem, …
The Digitunity survey seeks to understand how organizations
NORTH CONWAY, NH, June 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed a deep and lingering digital divide in Pittsburgh and across the United States. Millions of people have been cut off from school, jobs, healthcare and community for lack of access to the digital tools and support they need to succeed. In …

Hamilton Libraries and Museums extend partnership to 2024 – Hamilton
A pilot program allowing library card holders free access to Hamilton’s eight civic museums has been extended for two years. The project was launched in 2019, but staff say they have been unable to assess the impact due to facility closures over the past two years related to COVID. Read more: Free museum tours along …

DOSSIER-Net-zéro Picasso: museums are rethinking art exhibitions to reduce the impact on the climate
* Museums join the race for post-pandemic net zero * Largest source of emissions is from shipping * Goal is to reduce without deterring visitors When the coronavirus forced some of France’s busiest museums to close in 2020, it was a rare opportunity for reflection. Conversations among curators during the lockdowns have …

Gotham Doc Lab Welcomes 10 Projects Chosen for Prestigious Program – Deadline
EXCLUSIVE: The Gotham Film & Media Institute has announced the 10 projects selected for its prestigious Documentary Feature Lab, an intensive program for beginning filmmakers. “Capturing universal themes including family, home and the power of personal storytelling, this year’s films promise to push the boundaries of documentary filmmaking with distinctive and original voices,” said Gotham’s …

Vermont arts and people organizations benefit from digital support
MONTPELIER, VT – The Vermont Arts Council is announcing $974,200 in digital capacity grants to 41 nonprofit arts and humanities organizations to help them meet increased demand for online programming and engagement since the pandemic . The grants are part of the Council’s Digital Capacity Program, established in early 2022 with one-time $1.15 million funding …

Have a Summer Adventure at Monument Libraries, Palmer Lake | Library in the limelight | The gallery
It’s that time of year when students of all ages are on school break, and you might be wondering, “How am I going to keep them active and engaged for so many weeks, on a budget and without losing patience?” OK, I project myself as a parent, now with two young teenagers in our house …

Dallas’ Teen All Access Pass returns, offers free entry to museums and other attractions
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson announced the renewal of the Teen All Access Pass, a program that allows teens to visit Dallas-area attractions for free. Passes can be picked up at any Dallas recreation center beginning at 10:00 a.m. June 27 through July 31. Only 10,000 passes will be available for the summer. Proof of Dallas …
Talking the 2022 NBA Playoffs, Derrick White and Giannis with Mirin Fader
The NBA is a fast-paced league with a breakneck pace for those who dwell too long on the past or even the present. This can make it difficult to put together coverage that goes beyond the often superficial (but still important!) topics that make up the bread and butter of NBA reporting. Ringer’s Mirin fader …

Time to grow: interview with our global director of people and organizations
After several years of focusing on developing our core technologies and making our solutions and organization scalable, Q-Free is now in the growth phase of its strategy. “It’s a huge privilege to be able to talk about growth in an era of inflation and resource pressures,” says Karianne Sæter, Q-Free’s Director of People and Organization. …

Central Illinois Libraries Provide Fun and Encourage Reading | Books
Bloomington Pop-Up Storytime; 10:00 a.m. June 14, courtroom at the McLean County Museum of History, 200 N. Main St., Bloomington; 0-11 years old; registration required. STEAM: Lego Construction; 10-11 a.m., June 15, McLean County Extension Office, 1615 Commerce Parkway, Bloomington; 5-12 years old; free; registration required. Bike Care 101 with the WBRP Bike Co-Op; 2 …

Community organizations start June 16 celebrations early
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) – Members of the Huntsville community celebrated Juneteenth on Saturday with food, music and festivities. The June 19 holiday commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. Memorial Day was first celebrated in Texas in 1865, but celebrations now take place across the country. Black Restaurant Week offers varied local choices …

The Al Jasra club organizes a conference on private museums and libraries
(MENAFN- Gulf Times) The Al Jasra Cultural and Social Club held a conference on *Private Museums and Libraries in Qatar on Saturday, presented by writer and researcher Abdul Rahman al-Sunaidi.The event was moderated by writer Hanan Badii.Al-Sunaidi, author of the book *Private Museums and Libraries in Qatar, presented a conference on his research journey in …

Barista Block Training is back at the Crimson Cup Innovation Lab in Columbus, Ohio | New
The Crimson Cup Barista Block formation is back! Offering two days of hands-on training for cafe owners, managers and baristas, the course takes place at the Crimson Cup Innovation Lab, an SCA Premier training campus in Columbus, Ohio. Columbus, Ohio, June 11, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Columbus Coffee roaster Crimson Cup Coffee & Tea has reintroduced …

Philadelphia museums will be visited for free during Wawa Welcome America – NBC10 Philadelphia
If you’re looking to explore and delve into history, science, art, or just the unusual, but aren’t looking to shell out the cash to do so, this is the list you need. We’ve compiled a list of museums and attractions in Philadelphia that you can explore for free during the Wawa Welcome America festivities. from …

China calls COVID ‘lab leak’ theory a lie after WHO pushes for further investigation
BEIJING (AP) — China on Friday attacked the theory that the coronavirus pandemic may have originated from a Chinese lab leak as a politically motivated lie, after the World Health Organization recommended in its terms the strongest that further investigation is needed to find out if a lab accident may be to blame. Foreign Ministry …

SENIOR LOOKOUT: Local libraries a real treasure | New
As far back as I can remember, the library has been part of my life. I remember going to the library as a very small child and being mesmerized by the endless supply of books waiting for me to choose from. Once a week, my mother took us to the library and I always left …

Survey finds resilience remains elusive for organizations
71% of US companies cited supply chain disruption as the biggest issue; in the UK 73% Brexit remains the main source of disruption London, UK; June 9, 2022: Disruption remains a constant for organizations, with the majority struggling to build resilience into their operations, an Orbus Software survey found. The survey of 1,000 IT …

IAB Tech Lab Extends Open Measurement SDK to Connected TV
Open Measurement SDK Goes “Cross-Screen” to Provide Consistent Video Advertising Measurement Everywhere NEW YORK, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — IAB Tech Lab, the technical standards body for digital advertising, today announced that its Open Measurement SDK (OM SDK) will be available on Connected Television (CTV) beginning in the third quarter. One of Tech Lab’s most …

Digital Spaces presents an event to feature at Coventry Libraries – Coventry City Council
Coventry City Libraries are delighted to announce the presence of Digital Spaces. It will be a two-day showcase of live events that will include digital activities, artwork and immersive experiences that celebrate Coventry’s libraries as places of creativity, community and new perspectives. . On Friday July 1 and Saturday July 2, the digital spaces in …

Organizations applaud signing of nonprofit security legislation – Boulder Jewish News
(DENVER) – JEWISHcolorado, its Council on Jewish Community Relations (JCRC), and more than 100 coalition partners applaud today’s signing of HB22-1077 by Colorado Governor Jared Polis, creating a security grant program nonprofit for qualified nonprofit organizations at high risk of a terrorist attack. Representatives Dafna Michaelson Jenet and Iman Jodeh, along with Senators Kevin Priola …

Cooperstown Museums Join Program to Expand Access
June 7—The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, Farmers’ Museum and Fenimore Art Museum announced that they have joined Museums for All, an exclusive access program of the Institute of Museum and Library Services, administered by the Association of Children’s Museums, to encourage people from all walks of life to visit museums regularly and …
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Museums and galleries to open at night in summer and autumn – The Irish Times
Museums and art galleries will host night tours and events during the summer and fall according to plans unveiled Tuesday by Culture Minister Catherine Martin. The process of appointing nightlife advisers for six cities is also set to begin as part of post-pandemic efforts to revitalize nightlife in Irish urban centres. Funding has been provided …
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Bank of America awards $214,000 to 9 Amarillo nonprofits
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) — Bank of America is granting $214,000 to nine Amarillo nonprofit organizations to improve economic success. The grant will help create economic opportunity for individuals and families by focusing on investing in basic needs, workforce development and education for disadvantaged and vulnerable communities, BOA said. The nine nonprofits are Amarillo Area CASA, …

AiLECS Lab will create an ethically sourced facial biometric database to combat child abuse
The Australian Federal Police (AFP) and Monash University have entered into a new collaboration to create an ethically sourced facial biometric database to combat child exploitation. The project is the brainchild of the AiLECS (AI for Law Enforcement and Community Safety) Lab, an entity designed to bring together researchers from Monash University’s Faculty of Information …

From lab to farm: new process clarifies dairy water
Ross Giblin / Stuff Farmers are expected to reduce their methane emissions by 10% by 2030. A new invention will help them do so. In 2019, two scientists from the University of Lincoln published an academic paper on a new method of treating dairy farm effluent. In the article, Keith Cameron and Hong Di showed …

Letter to the editor: Take advantage of our libraries
I want to let everyone know about the services available at our local libraries. I know many of us think of libraries and instantly see shelves of books. While books are and always will be an important part of our libraries, much more is available. Students can benefit from private lessons, you can borrow DVDs/Blu-Rays …

Here’s where you can donate blood in June; 3 organizations offer donor centers, mobile drives | Health
Blood supplies are still low in the United States, and local blood banks say your blood donation is still badly needed. Here are some places and times you can donate blood through three organizations in our region until the end of June. Visit the websites to find out who qualifies to be a donor and …

Win prizes from four of Sydney’s top museums and galleries – including the Art Gallery of NSW – worth $610
Discover the best of Sydney’s art, culture and history with an annual AGNSW membership and $200 to spend at the Gallery, State Library of NSW and Australian Museum, and more Moreover. Access gives members the chance to win prizes at four of Sydney’s top museums, galleries and libraries, worth $610. You will get your hands …

Local museums offering access to low-income families
The Old Cowtown Museum and the Mid-America All Indian Museum have joined the “Museums for All” program to encourage people of all backgrounds and income levels to visit. Museums for All is a program created by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Association of Children’s Museums. Residents receiving food assistance benefits can …

Summer reading programs take off at local libraries
Library reading programs are launching across the county, offering prizes, classes and activities to keep young minds — and older ones too — active and busy this summer. Studies have repeatedly shown that when children read during the summer, they are able to maintain their level of learning from one school year to the next. …

Local organizations ‘APALD’ on the dangers of fentanyl | New
Imagine something the size of a grain of sand capable of killing you. That’s more than enough fentanyl to kill or cause a serious overdose. And it’s in everything — from meth to marijuana — according to Bob Boon, collaboration specialist at Adanta. Boon held a rally in Judicial Center Plaza on Friday afternoon, one …

A library card could earn you a free pass to museums, gardens, and more in Iowa cities
Blank Park Zoo in 2019, 7401 SW 9th St, Des Moines. —Lawrence Lansing/Wikimedia Commons Library cards have always allowed you to read other people’s experiences for free, and now they can help you have your own experiences. Also for free. Adults with active library cards from the Iowa City Public Library (ICPL), the Cedar Rapids …

Laboratory contract awarded to DynaLIFE Medical Labs
A private company will operate laboratory patient service centers and mobile collection facilities in urban centers including Cochrane, Okotoks and St. Albert, beginning Dec. 5. A new agreement between Alberta Health Services, DynaLIFE Medical Labs and Alberta Precision Laboratories that will provide non-emergency hospital laboratory services in the province will improve quality and service while …

Berks Libraries buys $50,000 of digital books with remaining ARPA funds
The Berks County Public Library System has completed the latest of two major purchases of its countywide digital collection, spending the remaining $50,000 of US federal funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to increase the number of electronic documents available to residents of Berks County. Nearly 1,600 digital titles have been added to …

Accenture, Microsoft and Avanade Expand Partnership to Help Organizations Solve Their Biggest Sustainability Challenges | New
NEW YORK & REDMOND, Washington & SEATTLE–(BUSINESS WIRE)–June 2, 2022– Accenture (NYSE: ACN) and Microsoft, along with their joint venture Avanade, are joining forces to fight climate change, one of the most critical and pressing challenges for businesses and individuals. With an immediate focus on delivering solutions to help organizations transform their operations, products, services …

Wiregrass Museum of Art Launches New “Free Art Supplies Libraries” |
Haley Middlebrook The Wiregrass Museum of Art’s teen council has launched its new project, “Free Little Art Supplies Libraries”, using old newspaper racks donated by the Dothan Eagle and repurposing and painting them to become small supply libraries free art. The WMA Teen Council has partnered with Dothan Leisure Services to carry out this new …