Watertown Elks distribute free dictionaries to third-grade classes Sep 26, 2009
The Watertown Elks are distributing free dictionary reference books to all of the public school third-grade classes in Watertown, Jefferson, Johnson Creek and Lake Mills ... The purpose of The Dictionary Project is to provide dictionaries to students to keep as their own personal reference books. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Selma Koss Holtz; collector with a contagious love of art, people Sep 24, 2009
Behind the wheel of her 1972 Mercury station wagon filled with art reference books, auction reports, sales catalogues, and notes on paintings and dealers, Selma Koss Holtz traveled across New England, stopping at barn and estate sales and antique shops, looking for her next undiscovered treasure. She called the wagon, which often also carried art colleagues or her reluctant children, my office. (Boston Globe)
Where to Read Books Online for Free Sep 21, 2009
Like a real library, IPL offers newspapers, magazines, and reference books. but they have so much more. (Suite101.com)
Elegant new Zune HD may be a little late to the game Sep 17, 2009
More important, look at the thousands of software applications that it can run - everything from medical reference books to financial management programs. What does Zune have to offer. (Boston Globe)
American Botanical Council's HerbClip Service Boasts 4,000 Summaries and Reviews of Herbal Literature Sep 17, 2009
5-acre site in Austin, Texas where it publishes the quarterly journal HerbalGram, the monthly e-publication HerbalEGram, HerbClips (summaries of scientific and clinical publications), reference books, and other educational materials. ABC also hosts HerbMedPro, a powerful herbal database, covering scientific and clinical publications on more than 220 herbs. (PR Newswire)
1000 songs in your pocket, batteries not required Sep 15, 2009
All around him are signs of his craft: a rack of bows, reference books, sheet music, instrument cases, tiny thumb planes, even a picture of Albert Einstein cheerfully playing a violin. One of half a dozen violin makers in Australia, Mr Johnston produces about eight instruments a year. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Master Gardener program seeks volunteers Sep 15, 2009
The training fee of 175 covers costs for textbooks, reference books, class handouts and hands-on material. Class instruction, demonstrations and hands-on activities are free to those who commit to the volunteer obligation. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Graphic Designer Sep 14, 2009
We offer free and immediate training to help you advance, including more than 5,000 technical and business training courses and over 7,000 online reference books. Robert Half Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (Florida Today)
Helpful Pre-Writing Tips to College... Sep 7, 2009
Remember all the resources described during the library orientation process--online databases, academic journals, j-store, ebsco, reference books, subject books--and try to use a variety. Each kind has its own advantage. (Suite101.com)
Wilmington bookstore ready for back to school Sep 2, 2009
The bookstore offers a great selection of reference books for writing, dictionaries, etc. in case you forget to use spell-check. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
* FEATURE : Pursuit of butterflies takes Kaohsiung man on lifetime adventure Aug 31, 2009
But compared with Japanese reference books on Taiwans butterflies, locally published books seemed slipshod, he said. Photographer Tsai Bae-chun poses in front of one of his butterfly photographs on Thursday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
The curious appeal of miscellanea Aug 30, 2009
These new books are not reference books, at least not in the sense that you would refer to one of them to answer a question. Schott s Original has a terse index and no table of contents; The World s Greatest Book of Useless Information has a vague table of contents and no index. (Boston Globe)
Wilmington bookstore says 'adios' to August Aug 27, 2009
We have plenty of dictionaries, writing reference books for those who are off to college. Please contact Leslie Dietrich at 978-657-6536 or for volunteer opportunities or questions. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Trade Used Homeschool Curriculum an... Aug 21, 2009
In addition, those in need of reference books for the home library such as a dictionary, thesaurus, or grammar handbook can find what they need at Paperback Swap. is an affordable option for homeschooling families looking for used books. (Suite101.com)
Herbarium at UA South helps catalog plant life in county Aug 10, 2009
In one corner, a computer awaits the input of new data; another holds a bookcase stacked with reference books. There is little room to move around. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
How do independent bookstores survive? Aug 10, 2009
Researchers can find everything they need to know about Lewis , the adventure traveler can find reference books and there are numerous memoirs and biographies. Tom has a wide range of all fields, said Doerk. (Helena Independent Record)
REAL LIFE SPURS NOVEL IDEA Aug 3, 2009
" Said his wife, Dana: "He put so many reference books and research material on one glass coffee table that the glass broke. I repaired it. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Community datebook (8/1/09) Aug 1, 2009
Loaner binoculars, macroscopes and a telescope will be available for viewing wildlife, plus reference books. Free. (Anchorage Daily News)
Patience rewarded: Climbing hydrangea takes time Jul 22, 2009
It can climb 80 feet, the reference books say, and that would be a sight. If I live long enough. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
A Selection of Simple Sewing Books ... Jul 11, 2009
How to Sew and Dressmaking Reference Books with Easy Sewing Patterns ... Basic Sewing Skills Reference Books ... With the titles above or others favourites, compile a home library of sewing reference books to ensure that the right technique, tip or information is never far away when sewing. (Suite101.com)
Customers Design Reid Supply's New Web Site Jul 7, 2009
Their repository of information features the free CAD library, a large collection of industrial supply reference books, a free "Ask An Expert" feature, a free e-newsletter, free Resource Guides special requests and more. Muskegon, Michigan (PRWEB) July 7, 2009 -- What Does It Take to Build a World-Class e-Commerce Web Site. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Community datebook (7/4/09) Jul 4, 2009
Loaner binoculars, macroscopes and a telescope will be available for viewing wildlife, plus reference books. Free program; parking is $5 for non-members. (Anchorage Daily News)
Planning is vital for research success Jul 3, 2009
Study reference books, area maps, and county or state histories for clues to investigate further. Learn how to read early handwriting, how to plat land, or the intricacies of the probate process. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Valley Art opens Burris, Fritz during First Wednesday party Jul 1, 2009
Burris says, "A pot is a private moment that takes place between a potter and a piece of clay. This process should be fun. This joy is what the user should take home and treasure. Fritz lives in Aloha and works in oil, transparent watercolor, acrylic and mixed media - watercolor and collage. A member of the Watercolor Society of Oregon, she attended Portland Community College and received a scholarship to attend Sergei Bongard School of Art in Santa Monica, Calif. She has also done much... (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
Moscow International Book Fair 2009 Jun 26, 2009
reference books and encyclopedias. foreign-language educational literature and fiction. (Suite101.com)
What about English in Accountancy? Jun 18, 2009
I remember how during my university studies, I faced lots of problems in accounting subject as all reference books are in English. Should accounting be taught in English then, I believe I could progress better. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
At Your Library: How to find the right book for you May 24, 2009
While you are waiting, you might page through our collection of reference books, which contain recommendations particular to various genres ... These reference books are on the top shelf, to the right of and behind the circulation desk. (Harwich Oracle, MA)
Top grad wow's class May 24, 2009
Other researchers followed up on his work decades later, but it was not until the 1990s that it was formally included in many reference books. Today it is often classified as belonging to the spectrum of autism disorders. (The Palm Beach Post)
Titles offer a taste of barbecue season May 18, 2009
One of this year's best and most comprehensive reference books is also chock-full of recipes that will entice even the most seasoned griller. Step-by-step instructions are shown both as colorful photographs and written descriptions and guide readers through everything from skewering shrimp for the Juicy Shrimp with Roasted Chile and Avocado Sauce to cutting drumettes for the smoky and addicting Hickory Drumettes with Bourbon-Molasses Glaze. (San Francisco Chronicle)
How to Spot Fake Vintage Costume Je... May 15, 2009
Reference books such as Judith Miller s Costume Jewelry: The Complete Visual Reference and Price Guide, vintage ads, trusted websites, and the like should be studied. One should familiarize oneself with designs, colour combos, and signatures. (Suite101.com)
Green thumbs up: Playing catch-up on garden cleanup May 15, 2009
Many nurseries post charts that display common lawn and garden weeds and there are reference books including Weeds of the Northeast that may assist in identification. Scrutinize your garden for these undesirable intruders and extricate as many as possible. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Dr. Norman Bethune was Surgeon and ... May 11, 2009
Bethune revelled in his work at the Royal Victoria Hospital, inventing and redesigning instruments for surgery and medicine, writing articles and reference books on surgical techniques and his discoveries. He realized that the TB patients he saw were becoming re-infected and that their living conditions played a part. (Suite101.com)
In Southbury Voters Wait in Long Lines to Pass Municipal, Region 15 Educational Budgets May 9, 2009
Some have suggested, with hindsight, that splitting the reference books and opening a third table would have helped once the problem was identified. Registrars JoAnn Bolin and Marie Greene agreed, but told Voices that after the polls open, state statute prohibits making any changes to those books. (Voices, CT)
World Bank adviser Paul Dietrich to speak at Louisville forum May 8, 2009
He s edited several reference books, including A Guide to American Foreign Policy and Reuters Emerging Markets Guide. Dietrich has been a frequent contributor to the editorial pages of the Wall Street Journal, The London Times and the International Herald Tribune, according to his Foxhall biography. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Pretty plants can harm as they charm May 8, 2009
Beautiful plants can harm as they charm 050809 - The Augusta Chronicle. Beautiful plants can harm as they charm PLAY IT SAFE Associated Press Friday, May 08, 2009. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Live0 safely around poisonous plants May 1, 2009
Have some illustrated reference books on hand to help with recognition. Two helpful ones are "Handbook of Poisonous and Injurious Plants," by Lewis Nelson, Richard Shih and Michael Balick (New York Botanical Garden/Springer, 2007) and "The North American Guide to Common Poisonous Plants and Mushrooms," by Nancy Turner and Patrick von Aderkas (Timber Press, 2009). (The Augusta Chronicle)
Okuapemman Association of USA and Canada (OKUSCA) Apr 30, 2009
Other items on the agenda for discussion will include the ratification of the new Constitution and By-Laws, recommendations by the Board of Trustees, proposals submitted by the Fund-raising Committee, equipment such as Computers, Monitors, Identity Cards making Machines, Advanced Reference Books to be purchased for the Presbyterian University at Akuapem and other pertinent issues. Also at the Delegates meeting, the National Secretariat will be introducing Pledge Cards which are meant for the... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Astronomer Dr. Helen Sawyer Hogg Apr 29, 2009
She became a professor in 1957, and was already a prolific author of many astronomy articles (over 200 in total), and several reference books on the subject she loved so much. Her articles appeared in The Journal in a section called Out of Old Books and in the Toronto Star newspaper column, With the Stars from 1951 to 1981. (Suite101.com)
* Old books in a new light Apr 18, 2009
Oil paintings representing different genres and subject matter are stacked against shelves filled with vintage reference books ... Most of Dixiajies CDs retail for less than NT$220, while books range from NT$30 for childrens paperbacks to NT$200 for longer novels and reference books. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
IGN Gets Dragged to Hell Apr 15, 2009
Speaking of the Lamia, Raimi recalled that he and Ivan "read about them and were interested and excited about them and thought how interesting it is that there's this creature in all different cultures that all know that name. So we didn't take it much further than that. We thought, 'Let's call our creature the Lamia,' and take a little bit of these different ideas that are represented in these reference books to these demons and maybe they all have a piece of the truth. Maybe our story would be... (IGN FilmForce)
Microsoft shuts down Encarta encyclopedia Apr 2, 2009
Encarta was launched in 1993 as competition for traditional reference books such as those offered by Encyclopedia Britannica. Encarta was originally available for purchase as a multimedia computer resource in DVD-ROM or CD-ROM formats and eventually became available online on a subscription basis. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
A gift better than any present (1) Apr 2, 2009
The Cleveland Heights family, including 10-year-old Ariana, lives with floor-to-ceiling shelves upon shelves housing reference books and books about mythology, science, insects and Judaica. Mitzvah Makers is an occasional feature applauding the efforts of bar and bat mitzvah candidates in tikkun olam, repairing the world. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
How can Encyclopaedia Britannica survive in a wiki world Apr 1, 2009
For 241 years, it's been the gold standard of reference books, a premium-priced digest of the world's accumulated knowledge. Now it's being overwhelmed by an eight-year-old online upstart authored by amateurs and available at no charge. (Boston Globe)
Hi-tech healer Apr 1, 2009
Frustrated with the lack of reference books on African medicine, she also hopes her website will be a start towards compiling such information. Fighting Aids. (BBC News -- Health)
A little planning can liven up your planting Mar 22, 2009
Get some plant reference books so that you will be choosing the right plant for the right place. The correct choice of plants can make the difference between a good landscaping job and a great one. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Hal Leonard pens exclusive Sondheim deal Mar 20, 2009
Hal Leonard Corp. is the world s largest music print publisher, producing songbooks, sheet music, educational publications, reference books, DVDs, CD-ROMs and other products. The company has four U.S. offices as well as offices in eight other countries. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Sydney's captain missed clear signs: inquiry Mar 19, 2009
"And if that had happened, he would have been told it was the Jepara. "There were reference books available. They would have shown that the Jepara was 3200 tons and 300 feet [91 metres] in length. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Speaking o' the green: Mar 17, 2009
Although other reference books haven't systematically eliminated nature words the way the Oxford Junior Dictionary has, it's alarming to see this trend in works for children ... Certainly modern reference books must be relevant to their target audience. (NJ.com -- Times)
Organizing a Home Office Mar 17, 2009
If there are going to be lots of reference books taking up residence there, look for book cases or install bookshelves above the writing desk. Desk trays are useful to keep stationery and writing tools organized too. (Suite101.com)
Anyone who writes has made mistakes Mar 15, 2009
The shelves within arms reach of my right hand are filled with good reference books. There are two dictionaries, the World Almanac for this year and the past five years, Who's Who, the Bible, "Bartlett's Familiar Quotations," "The American Book of Days," Fowler's "Modern English Usage," Bergen Evans' "Contemporary Dictionary of American Usage," "The University of Chicago Manual of Style" and "The New York Times Manual of Style" (which don't always agree), the Oxford "Atlas of the World," The... (Albany Times Union)
March is Dummies Month Mar 14, 2009
Shop your favorite retailer for big savings on the always trusted, yellow-and-black reference books. HOBOKEN, New Jersey--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Looking for straightforward guidance on weathering the financial crisis or clear-cut, expert tips on green living. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Mark Beers, 54; created guide to better treat older patients Mar 13, 2009
In 1992, Dr. Beers became an associate editor of ''The Merck Manuals,'' a series of reference books published by Merck the international pharmaceutical company, and intended for medical professionals. He was co8editor of ''The Merck Manual of Geriatrics'' and helped to edit a best-selling 1,900-page compendium intended for a less-specialized readership, ''The Merck Manual of Medical Information: Home Edition. (Boston Globe)
Reid Supply Poised for Alternative Energy Boom Mar 4, 2009
Their repository of information features the free CAD library, a large collection of reference books, a free "Ask the Expert" feature, , , and more. Reid Supply Company, which started selling industrial supplies in 1948, serves virtually every industry, including emerging alternative power producers, with parts ranging from clamps, to power transmissions, to structural systems, and everything in between. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
YESTERDAYS: Alaskan gold pays off Mar 2, 2009
Several members of the Garden Club of Hingham have been helping Mrs. O.H. Hoss, the Club historian and librarian rearrange and recatalogue reference books on gardening and horticulture in the Hingham Public Library. Additional space has been given for this section and in the future all In Memorian books will be donated to the Public Library by the Garden Club. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Altera to allow Penang plant run whole product flow Mar 2, 2009
To this end, Altera last year teamed up with Multimedia Development Corp to establish very large-scale integration (VLSI) design laboratories in 16 institutes of higher learning, which were equipped with development tools and reference books sponsored by Altera. We estimate that the 100 trained faculty members at the institutes would be able to help train 1,500 to 1,700 undergraduates per year using the tools and the curriculum provided, Oh added. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Manufacturers Turn to Nutricap Labs for GMP Survival Strategy Feb 18, 2009
GMP Labeling Products - labels, signs, SOPs and reference books. We help healthcare manufactures maintain compliance with FDA regulations and ISO standards. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
SB-L School Foundation awards first grants Feb 14, 2009
Ellerbeck used the funds to update history, geography, science and technology reference books in the elementary school's media center. Five digital cameras and memory cards were purchased through funds provided to Little's technology department. (Sioux City Journal)
MYRIAM MARQUEZ: Accuracy does count -- even in children's books Feb 12, 2009
Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Spring Antiques Show and Sale slated April 1-3 (5) Feb 11, 2009
With an extensive library of reference books in her office, Dillinger is constantly researching and learning about the antiques that she sells. "I want the customer to have all the information that I have located in my research," and that information is given to them. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
HarperCollins lays off 2 executives Feb 11, 2009
But the Collins name will disappear from all but the reference books. Liate Stehlik, publisher of HarperCollins's mass market paperback books, is taking over from Gallagher at William Morrow and will also absorb Collins Living titles. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Programmer Analyst Feb 8, 2009
We offer free and immediate training to help you advance, including more than 5,000 technical and business training courses and over 7,000 online reference books. Robert Half Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (Florida Today)
Jamie Gumbrecht writes about newcomer dilemmas. Feb 8, 2009
Maps, reference books, laptops and cell phones are welcome. Cameras and comfortable shoes are a must. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
