TAG: hobbies
Written in the stars
Posted in Explore and Discover, For You on July 15, 2015 at 6:00 am
By Jane Baker The old lawn chair isn’t comfortable. My legs always stick to it when I wear shorts and it tilts to the left. But on this unusually warm Fourth of July evening, just minutes before the grand fireworks were about to begin, I was able to lean back and gaze up to a sky full of […]
Tags: education, hobbies, STEM, technology
Get Your Bike in Gear
Posted in Explore and Discover, For You on May 26, 2015 at 6:00 am
By Gwendolyn Haley I have always depended upon the kindness of strangers, particularly when it comes to all things mechanical. Somehow, I have been fortunate enough to be in the right spot at the right time to encounter someone with the skills I need. Last year, a friend and I went for a bike ride […]
Novel Ideas: DIY Book Crafts for All Skill Levels
Posted in Explore and Discover, For You on May 21, 2015 at 6:00 am
By Kelsey Hudson Bookworms beware—some books were harmed in the making of this blog! As a librarian and a giant bookworm myself, I’m sure it comes as no surprise that I have more than a few books hiding around my apartment, many that haven’t seen daylight in ages. Although donation is tempting, I’ll admit they’re […]
Meet a Modern Apple Annie
Posted in Explore and Discover on April 25, 2014 at 6:00 am
Anna Kestell is a certified Food Safety/Preservation Information Specialist for WSU Spokane County Extension. Anna has been involved with food preservation since childhood and is eager to share her expertise and knowledge. Most importantly, sharing current, research-backed information on food preservation styles to assure that your food preservatio […]
5 Ingredient Cooking for Tweens (with Minimal Supervision)
Posted in kids on January 2, 2014 at 6:00 am
by Amber W. Couldn’t make our Tween 5 Ingredient Cooking program this summer? Don’t worry; here are the kid approved recipes. And if you like these, check out our cookbooks for kids, tweens, and teens. Salad Kabobs with Simple Balsamic Vinaigrette Ingredients: ¼ cup Balsamic vinegar ¾ cup Olive Oil Salt and pepper to taste […]
Pumpkin Crunch Cake
Posted in Explore and Discover on November 26, 2013 at 6:00 am
by Corrine W. It seems like every year there’s an easy to make pumpkin recipe that everyone seems to be trying. This year, I am making a Pumpkin Crunch Cake. Eat it hot or cold for a snack or (my favorite) with some butter pecan ice cream! Try it for yourself and tell me what […]
