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Web tip of the week, Dec. 28, 2015

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Web tip of the week, Dec. 28, 2015

 

http://www.dbrl.org/reference/community-school-yearbook-archive

The Daniel Boone Regional Library has digitized almost 100 years of yearbooks from community schools around Columbia MO. For example, almost all of the Hickman, Rock Bridge, and Douglas High school yearbooks are online. They request help to complete their archive by contacting Nina Sappington at 443-3161 or at nsappington@dbrl.org

Submitted by Jack Batterson

Things to do this upcoming weekend, Dec. 12-13, 2015

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Dec. 12 Winter Farmer's Market from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Parkade Center (601 Business Loop 70W) Experience the taste of mid-Missouri at the Columbia Farmers Market! Find us every Saturday from 8am to noon (March-October) at the ARC (1701 W Ash St.) and 9am to noon (November-March) at Parkade Center (601 Business Loop 70W). Fresh vegetables & fruit, meat, farm fresh eggs, cheeses, honey, cut flowers, plants, artisan items & more. As a producer-only market, everything sold here is offered by the farmers and artisans who help sustain our region. Food Stamps accepted at all markets. Live music every Saturday! Rain or Shine!

Dec. 12 Breakfast with Santa at Sunrise Optimist Club (2410 Parker St.) from 8-11 a.m. Kids eat FREE and Adults are $5 which goes to programs for children in Boone County. Absolutely the best, most laid back, friendly, breakfast with Santa, Mrs. Clause, and an Elf that a family could ever have! Activities for kids and one on one time with Santa.

Dec. 12 Storytime at Yellow Dog Bookshop (8 S. 9th St.) from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.  Attendees get 20% off kids' books!

Dec. 12 Cathy Salter's "Notes from Boomerang Creek" at the Columbia Public Library, Friends Room, from 1-2 p.m. "Notes from Boomerang Creek," local author Cathy Salter’s recently published second book, is a collection of meditations on country walks, food shared with friends, travel, art, great books, and the art of writing. The essays have appeared over the past decade in the Columbia Daily Tribune and the Boone County Journal.

Dec. 13 It's a Wonderful Ride: Holiday Lights Bicycle Tour – Starts at Lucky's Market (111 S. Providence) at 5:30.  "Spread the holiday cheer and burn some candy cane calories on our tour de Como holiday light ride. Join Getabout Columbia staff on a tour of festive holiday decorations found in and around downtown Columbia – all by bicycle. This family friendly outing will include low traffic streets throughout downtown Columbia, surrounding college campuses and residential neighborhoods. Hot cocoa will be available after the ride. Prizes award for best dressed rider and best decorated bike. Registered cyclists will receive a special treat for your bike. Call 874-7460 to register."

 

Want to make a child’s Christmas? Just mail a card!

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Here are the stories of two children who want Christmas cards this year.  If you have an extra card, consider passing it along!

Jack, an 8-year-old boy from Indianapolis, was born with Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome, a genetic disorder that causes seizures and other medical disorders.  His mother said he's had a rough couple of months and has been very depressed.  His wish is to decorate the walls of his room with Christmas cards.  You can find out more information and Jack's address here: http://fox59.com/2015/12/08/indianapolis-boy-with-rare-condition-just-wants-cards-for-christmas/

Safyre, a five-year-old from New York, is the sole survivor of an arson attack that killed her entire family in 2013.  She has had multiple surgeries, including a hand and foot amputation, but she remains a happy child.  Her Christmas wish is for Christmas cards.  You can find more information and Safyre's address here: http://www.ksdk.com/story/life/2015/12/08/girl-who-lost-parents-in-fire-wants-christmas-cards/76986802/

Don’t forget the 2015 adopted family!

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VAC Holiday Program Family Wish List

Child’s First Name

Age

Boy or Girl

Height and Weight

Coat Size

Shirt Size

Under- wear/ Bra Size

Shoe Size

Pants Size/ Length

Favorite Colors

Needs/Priorities

Would Like/Hopes For

 

Janea

15

Girl

5’5-6”

120 lbs.

16 girls

 

Med. Jr.

16 girls

 

Med. Jr.

36C

14 panties

10 women’s

16 girls or med. Women

Teal

turquoise

Pajamas, thermals, underwear, socks, gloves, dresses

Bike/helmet

Mario 3D World Wii u

Super smash bros. Wii u, books

 

Marisa

9

Girl

4’8”

79 lbs.

8

8

8 panties & undershirt

Child 5

8

Yellow blue

Pajamas, thermals, underwear, socks, gloves jeans, pants, dresses

Donkey Kong Wii u, Mario Cart 8 Wii u, Splatoon Wii u

Doll to practice braiding hair (American Girl)

Bike/helmet, books

 

Natasha

4

Girl

3’5”

30 lbs.

4T

4T

4T

10 toddler

4T

Pink purple

Pajamas, thermals, underwear, socks, gloves, dresses

Age appropriate Melissa & Doug toys, bi-racial doll, American Girl,

Bike/helmet, books

 

Joshua

1

Boy

2 ½”

27 lbs.

2T

2T

Diapers 4 or 5

2 or 3 infants

2T

Red

blue

Pajamas, thermals, diapers, socks, first walker shoes, mittens waterproof, snowsuit,

Push cart walker for first time walkers.  Melissa & Doug age appropriate toys, board books

 

Jeremiah

 

1

Boy

2 ½”

22 lbs.

2T

2T

Diapers 4 or 5

2 or 3 infants

2T

Green

orange

Pajamas, thermals, diapers, socks, first walker shoes, mittens waterproof, snowsuit,

Push cart walker for first time walkers.  Melissa & Doug age appropriate toys, board books

 

Lashanta

36

Mom

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Suggested household

Pots & pans, drinking glasses, plates, bowls, mugs, dish rack,

 

Robert

34

Dad

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Gift ideas:

LED lights for whole house, towels and wash clothes, etc.