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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
In 1950, Enrico Fermi, best known as the creator of the first nuclear reactor, asked his colleagues during a lunchtime discussion of extraterrestrials, “But where is everybody?” Some new books take several different approaches to what has become known as “Fermi’s Paradox.”
In Extraterrestrial,... |
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Monday, May 17, 2021
What makes us different makes us beautiful. On May 21, help us celebrate World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development created in 2002 by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). According to the organization’s website, “the day provides us with... |
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Thursday, May 13, 2021
“Some of the most comforting words in the universe are ‘me too.’
That moment when you find out that your struggle is also someone else’s struggle,
that you are not alone, and that others have been down the same road... |
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Monday, May 10, 2021
Ramadan is a special month for Muslims all over the world. It is the month the Holy Quran was revealed to Prophet Muhammed in Mecca, an ancient city in current day Saudi Arabia. Ramadan falls on the ninth month in the Islamic calendar, which follows a lunar cycle. It is a period for inner-... |
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Thursday, May 6, 2021
He who knows others is wise;
he who knows himself is enlightened.
~ Lao Tzu
Sixth century Chinese scholar and philosopher Lao Tzu established Taoism, a philosophy that encourages living by the principles of balance and non-violence, and is rooted in compassion, moderation and humility. Taoism... |
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Location: County Library
Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Burlington County Library has always been on the move! From its first day of operation, the library’s primary mission has been to serve the people. But right from the start, getting books into the hands of readers scattered throughout the largest county in New Jersey posed a challenge. The solution... |
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Monday, May 3, 2021
May the fourth be with you! Help BCLS celebrate the galaxy far, far away by checking out some of our Star Wars material. Whether you are an experienced Sith lord or a new Jedi padawan, we’ve got all the Star Wars you can handle!
Films: Where it all began!
Star Wars can be a bit confusing because... |
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Saturday, May 1, 2021
We all have questions about our health. How many calories should I consume? When should I schedule a diagnostic screening? How will a family history of disease affect me?
Your BCLS library card gives you access to the Health Reference Center has up to date answers to these questions and more from... |
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Friday, April 30, 2021
They may annoy you, make you laugh, help you out in tough times or be your best friend. Sibling relationships come in all forms. Many of us have siblings or sibling-type relationships in our lives. Even if you’re an only child who grew up in a home with just your parents or guardians, you may have... |
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Thursday, April 29, 2021
Even pre-pandemic, we were living in a time when the computer, TV and social media ate up most of our day. Now, with virtual schooling, meets, and even hang-out time with friends, it feels like we’re constantly online. While all these platforms can be a lot of fun, it can be hard to tell if you’re... |
