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Still Looking for Something to Read Before the Summer is Over?

Posted: July 27, 2011

Students all across Georgia will be starting back to school in the next few weeks, but there's still time to read a few more books before the summer is over. So, if you're looking for ways to stay out of the heat (because, wow, is it hot outside or…

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Terry Kay Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

Posted: July 20, 2011

As part of the 2011 Georgia Author of the Year Awards, Terry Kay received the Lifetime Achievement Award. Kay is the author of several award-winning novels, including To Dance with the White Dog, The Valley of Light, and After Eli. His teleplay, Run…

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July is National Ice Cream Month

Posted: July 15, 2011

In 1984, President Ronald Reagan declared July to be National Ice Cream Month, and this year, Sunday, July 17th is National Ice Cream Day. So, if you're looking for an excuse to make and/or eat ice cream this weekend, GALILEO has a sweet source of…

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Read about South Sudan, the Newest Nation

Posted: July 13, 2011

On Saturday, July 9th, South Sudan broke from Sudan to became our world's newest nation. Read some of the news coverage in Newspaper Source, including this article on how South Sudan will be the 193rd country recognized by the United Nations. You…

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It’s Chocolate Day! How Will You Celebrate?

Posted: July 07, 2011

According to the National Confectioners Association, today is Chocolate Day. If you would like to find a few ways to celebrate, GALILEO offers a few resources. MasterFILE Premier offers plenty of recipes to help you get your chocolate fix for the…