Upcoming events:
In honor of Joan Feynman: Women in astrophysics
Mon, January 12
Practicum Library Conference Hall & Online
At this event, which celebrates the library's namesake, our guest lecturer will take us on a journey exploring some of the most prominent female researchers in the world of space science. It's easy to buy into the misconception that this field was mostly dominated by men, but our lecture aims to change that notion and prove that this hasn't been the case since at least the 18th century.
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Joan Feynman
Margaret Burbidge
Annie Jump Cannon
Maria Mitchell
Jill Tarter
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The Intelligent Investor
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HTML and CSS: Design and Build Websites
Every day, more and more people want to learn some HTML and CSS. Joining the professional web designers and programmers are new audiences who need to know a little bit of code at work and those who want to make their personal blogs more attractive.
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Mere Christianity
In the classic Mere Christianity, C.S. Lewis, the most important writer of the 20th century, explores the common ground upon which all of those of Christian faith stand together. Mere Christianity provides an unequaled opportunity for believers and nonbelievers alike to hear this powerful apologetic for the Christian faith.
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The Eye of the World: Book One of The Wheel of Time
The Eye of the World, the first novel in Robert Jordan's #1 New York Times bestselling epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time, follows Moiraine Damodred as she arrives in Emond's Field on a quest to find the one prophesized to stand against The Dark One.
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About the library
Libraries are essential establishments in practically every city, and Practicum's library is no exception. It first opened its doors way back in 2018, right as our humble town began bidding welcome to its very first citizens!
Since its initial opening, the library has seen nearly 342 visitors each month. That's almost 50% of our population! So far, most citizens have enjoyed reading books and making use of our ample online resources.
The library gets its name from Joan Feynman, an American astrophysicist and the first woman to be elected as an officer of the American Geophysical Union.