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Predicting the Future, at the Library

by J. Soucé, AskNYPL
December 10, 2012

Since my early childhood, I loved going to the library. There were so many strange books, some written in other languages, with pictures, diagrams and magazines with glossy photos of people in far-away lands, living exciting lives.

My childhood seemed so problematic, so mundane and regardless of what I thought or did, tomorrow would come and go...

Every day brings us all a little closer, but to what? The books, magazines, movies and television of the day often depict two worlds, two evolving futures.

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Rose is a Rose is a Rose: How to Search the Meanings of Words and Phrase Origins

by J. Soucé, AskNYPL
July 16, 2012

My hope is that this blog will serve as a useful starting point for anyone seeking or researching the origin of words and/or phrases, also called etymology. Both print-based and web-based sources are included.

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Resources for Senior Care and Senior Activism

by J. Soucé, AskNYPL
May 29, 2012

Alzheimer's disease is a progressive degenerative disease. Actually it can be viewed as a group of disorders that results in impaired memory, thinking and behavior and affects approximately 4 million Americans and as many as 15 million through out the world. Medical care, education and a support strategy can make the difference and help family and loved ones cope.

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Hidden Chess Gems

by J. Soucé, AskNYPL
May 23, 2012

Care for a game of chess? Here are some hidden gems you'll find in our collection.

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