July 2022

MJPL reading program wraps up another successful summer

The Morton-James Public Library concluded its 2022 summer reading program, "Oceans of Possibilities," with a party for participants on Saturday, July 16. Here's a look back at some of the activities children and families experienced since the start of this year's program on May 31. Week 1 activities included making egg carton aquariums and balloon animal adventures. Week 2 saw participants take part in Talewise Science + Storytelling and the creation of pirate flags. Week 3 had young readers making clippable sea animals and encountering wildlife. Week 4 was highlighted by a visit from magician Jeff Quinn and shark book page crafts. Week 5 featured a 4th of July cup banner craft, Story Time, and a special Saturday 4th of July party. Week 6 events included a paper lollipop craft and a magic show at the library featuring Keith West and Miss Kitty the Library Lady. Week 7 featured a special story time with Keep Nebraska City Beautiful and the wrap-up party. Adults got in on the fun this summer, too, making patriotic wreaths to celebrate Flag Day and the 4th of July.

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Where does lost weight go?

Obesity is a significant threat to public health. The World Health Organization says global obesity rates have nearly tripled since 1975. There are now more than one billion overweight adults across the globe, and at least 300 million people are classified as clinically obese.

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When You Want to Throw it all Away

Isaiah 44:22 “I have blotted out your transgressions like a cloud and your sins like mist; return to me, for I have redeemed you.” ESV What do Stephen King and Jackson Browne have in common? Answer: Some curious soul redeemed the very work that would jettison their careers from a trash can. Stephen King was only making 9500 bucks a year as a High School teacher when he wrote the first few chapters to the book Carrie.His wife saw the manuscript in a trash can and decided to read it.

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Investing in Success

As a member of the Republican Jobs and the Economy Taskforce, I am committed to promoting America’s economic recovery; however, concerns of a recession continue to mount due to President Biden’s mismanagement of the economy.

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