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Our LibrariesJanuary 10, 2010 Regional libraries have not received a funding increase since 1989The frog experiment: Throw a frog into a pot of boiling water. He'll hop right out. The water's too hot and what self-respecting frog wants to boil to death? Place a frog in a pot of tepid water on the stove, he will swim around happily. Turn up the heat gradually until the water boils. Eventually, the unsuspecting frog will die. The moral of the story for frogs: beware of pots of water on stoves, whatever the water temperature. Regional library systems are in a situation similar to th... More ArchivesPast columnsJanuary 10, 2010 - Regional libraries have not received a funding increase since 1989 December 6, 2009 - Professor explains why it's hard to rest even when your tired November 1, 2009 - A lot has changed at North Suburban Library system in 20 years October 4, 2009 - Public, school libraries suffer in poor economy September 6, 2009 - Check out passport to museum adventures August 9, 2009 - True Southern gentleman was a great mentor July 5, 2009 - Fierce defender of First Amendment will be deeply missed June 7, 2009 - Summer reading: Feeds your soul, sparks a laugh, or maybe tears April 26, 2009 - Libraries lend free hand to those struggling in bad economy April 19, 2009 - Newbery award oldest and most distinguished for children's books |
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