January 17, 1920, saw a massive sea change in American law as the 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution went into effect. Prohibition became the law of the land, and a once vibrant consumer alcohol industry and way of life in the United States was abruptly replaced with a top-down directive that imposed unprecedented federal…
Dinosaurs, Dragons, and Monsters: The Legends of Ray Harryhausen
In the age before computer-generated images, special effects in film were rarer and involved a great deal of compromise. Dinosaurs and alien monsters in particular suffered, often being portrayed by humans in rubbery suits or unfortunate lizards with fins glued on their backs. Use of stop-motion animation - the technique of animating models by shooting…
Buying a Used Car: Tips and Tricks
Many people find used cars an attractive, affordable alternative to a new car purchase. The popularity of used cars has also increased because cars over the last 15 years have become more durable and reliable, ensuring a great supply of long-lasting, drivable used cars. There are many makes and models of used cars available, and…
Across the Stars: Asimov’s Adventures
One of the great science fiction authors of both the Golden and Silver ages, Isaac Asimov is remembered as much for his innovative use of robotics and social science in sci-fi writing as he is for his “hard science” background and prolific output. Asimov’s concepts, such as the Three Laws of Robotics and that of…
Sinister Smiles: Joker’s Wild History
Batman’s most infamous villain, the Joker, has been a man of many personas in hundreds of storylines. How many forms can he take?
Dealing with Disasters and Emergencies
This post provides a list of some websites that may be of assistance to you in disaster planning, as well as some books on the topics of disaster prep and response.
Getting and Using Your Library of Congress Reader Card
With its massive selection of special collections, rare reference materials, and enormous quiet reading rooms, the Library of Congress (LOC) has much to offer those who make the trip into D.C. to visit it. But many of these benefits can only be utilized by having the LOC’s own library card, called a Reader Card. Read…
Getting Older, Eating Better
Read about recommended caloric intake, best food choices, and ways to increase energy in your golden years.
Get a Card and an Online Account for the Library of Virginia
The sign-up process to get a Library of Virginia library card or online account is different from ours, but it's worth it!
Stop Motion Animation: A Brief History
Before you start on your own stop-motion film, read about the history of the art form and the milestones in the development of this style of animation.
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