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Happy Birthday, Nikola Tesla!

By Jennifer on Jul 10, 2014 8:40 AM

“The desire that guides me in all I do is the desire to harness the forces of nature to the service of mankind.”   -  Nikola Tesla.

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Three thrillers that won't disappoint. Check one out today!

By MPL Staff on Jul 9, 2014 8:51 AM

Mr. Mercedes by Stephen King Stephen King is back, with a fresh novel that breaks from his old traditions. In true King style we have multiple ‘main’ characters who are very realistic. No perfect people doing everything correctly here, as mistake after mistake is made by the good guy gumshoe and the serial killer ice cream truck driver. The action is intense and the style, while…

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It’s On Like Donkey Kong!

By Tim on Jul 9, 2014 8:46 AM

Today marks 33 years since the release of the original Donkey Kong arcade game. Unquestionably part of the pantheon of great early video games, Donkey Kong remains a cultural icon to this day. This is in part due to the game featuring the first appearance of a certain mustachioed everyman in red overalls and cap, though in this first apperance he was a carpenter named…

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Update your home with Bright Bazaar and Home Organization.

By MPL Staff on Jul 7, 2014 12:07 PM

Bright Bazaar: Embracing Color for Make-You-Smile Style by Will Taylor; Photography by Andrew Boyd Blogger and color enthusiast Will Taylor recently released this guide to embracing color in your home. Filled with crisp photographs and easy instructions, Will gives readers a boost of confidence to explore a colorful new world. Sections include: Color is Your Friend, Color Cocktails, Bringing Color Home, and Resources. Get ready to…

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Fifty Years of the 1964 Civil Rights Act

By Tim R on Jul 2, 2014 8:26 AM

“An act to enforce the constitutional right to vote, to confer jurisdiction upon the district courts of the United States to provide injunctive relief against discrimination in public accommodations, to authorize the Attorney General to institute suits to protect constitutional rights in public facilities and public education, to extend the Commission on Civil Rights, to prevent discrimination in federally assisted programs, to establish a Commission…

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