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SEPTEMBER 21, 2010

It's Not Rocket Science - A Program for Parents

Psychologist and author Dr. Alice Licata will talk about her book It’s Not Rocket Science: Down-to-Earth Advice on Raising Stellar Kids on Monday, September 27 at 6:30 p.m. in the Library meeting room. Dr. Licata earned her master’s and doctorate degrees in clinical psychology from Kent State University. The Kettering resident has two teenaged daughters. Unlike many parenting books that focus on the child’s behavior, the focus of Dr. Licata’s book is on behaviors that parents can learn to raise their children to be well-adjusted productive people. Dr. Licata says that “Parenting is not about being perfect. It’s about how to be rather imperfect, while still getting the job done.” Copies of the book will be on sale and the author will be available to sign them at the end of the program. She is donating a portion of the sales to the Wright Memorial Public Library Foundation. No advance registration for the program is needed.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

Perspectives on Dayton: The Riots of the 1960s

The Honorable Walter H. Rice of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio will speak at Wright Memorial Public Library on Sunday, September 26^th at 3:00 p.m. Judge Rice will share his insights on the documentary film, “Perspectives on Dayton: The Riots of the 1960s” produced by four Oakwood High School Students this past school year. Known for his involvement in Constitutional race discrimination cases and deep interest in community life, Judge Rice will talk about the historical context depicted in the film, how it adds to the dialogue on race relations and what the greater Dayton community can do to promote social justice.

Student filmmakers Dan Edwards, Amy Malone, Stephanie Telek and Tyler Dillon interviewed civil rights leader Jessie Gooding, Executive Director of the National Conference for Community and Justice Patricia Meadows, ex-police officers and black and white residents about the September 1966 riots that followed the slaying of Lester Mitchell. Judge Rice recalls it was a terrible time for our community. More than 130 people were arrested, several city blocks were in tatters and the National Guard patrolled the streets.

The public is invited to view the film, meet the students and join the discussion in the library meeting room. Advance registration is not needed. The program is sponsored by the Friends of Wright Library.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2010

Mango - Learn a Language!

Wright Library is pleased to offer an information session on its newest database, Mango Languages, on Sunday, September 19 at 2 p.m. Mango Languages is an online language learning system that teaches real conversation skills for practical communication. The system is completely web-based and remotely accessible, so you can learn anywhere you have an Internet connection.

This demonstration program will take place in the library meeting room. Advanced registration is not required.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2010

The Troubles at Grand Lake St. Marys

Ohio's largest inland lake, Grand Lake St. Marys, has been closed to swimming, boating and fishing for much of the summer. The culprit is blue-green algae that have bloomed due to a combination of the high summer heat and a stew of agricultural chemicals that have entered the lake. Unfortunately for Ohioans, blue-green algae create about five different dangerous toxins. And, Grand Lake St. Marys, while the worst site of such pollution, is not the only lake in Ohio that has been affected. We offer the following web sites to encourage our patrons to become informed about this threat to Ohio's lakes.

Known Toxins of Grand Lake St Marys fact sheet provided by the web site of the Lake Improvement Association

Ohio Sea Grant Fact Sheet, "Harmful Algal Blooms in Ohio Waters"

Ohio Department of Health, "Harmful Algal Blooms"

Ohio State EPA, Division of Surface Water

"Algal Bloom" from Wikipedia

General Information about Grand Lake St Marys State Park

Interactive Map of Grand Lake St Marys provided by ohiotrail.com

The process that creates the algal blooms is called "eutrophication."

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Categories: Ohio, Ohio, Science

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2010

Identity Theft - Prevent It!

Identity theft is one of the fastest-growing types of financial fraud. Without stealing your wallet, a crook can steal your financial identity with as little information as your social security number. Learn about this threat to your financial security from Ann Smith, Sr. Vice President, and Debbie Stevens, Vice President, of the LCNB Security Department. They will present tips and techniques for reducing your risk and protecting your assets. Topics will include:

Identity Theft
Bank Card Fraud
Phishing/Skimming
Scam Artists

The program will take place in the library meeting room. There will be time for questions after the presentation. Advanced registration is not required.

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