#Lester Public Library

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Supermoon Rising by Lester Public Library Via Flickr: Over Lake Michigan, Two Rivers, Wisconsin

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[girlactionfigure]

Sometimes it's not what you are known for, it's the little things that no one even knew about.

Jerome ("Jerry") Lester Horwitz was born on October 22, 1903, one of five brothers born to Lithuanian-Jewish parents in Brooklyn. His full formal Hebrew name was "Yehudah Lev ben Shlomo Natan ha Levi."

He, and one of his brothers, and a friend would land on Adolf Hitler’s death list.

Jerry was known as a "knucklehead" - but, there were other sides of him that very few people knew about.

His older brothers were very protective of their baby brother - they called him "Babe". He was supposedly a quiet child, some even say he was an introvert. He kept to himself, and he idolized his older brothers.

When he was 12, he accidentally shot himself in the leg while cleaning a rifle. His oldest brother rushed him to the hospital, saving his life.

From then on Jerry would walk with a limp, sometimes exaggerating it, like a shuffle.

His two older brothers and a friend would get into show business. The brothers decided then to change their name from "Horowitz" to "Howard".

The two brothers and their friend would make a name for themselves, but after the second brother left the group, Jerry would join them. Their boss wasn't sure about Jerry because he didn't stand out, so Jerry excused himself, then returned with a completely shaved head.

The boss laughed at Jerry and called him "girly".

Jerry's older brother misheard their boss, and instead of calling him "girly", he started calling his younger brother "Curly". The name fit.

Curly had no formal training like his more experienced brothers and would often forget his lines. But, when he did, he would start improvising, such as getting down on the floor and spinning "around like a top until he remembered what he had to say" or barking like a dog - "Ruff, ruff". He also made up other phrases such as, "N'yuk, n'yuk, n'yuk" or "Woo, woo, woo".

The rest is comedic history - Moe, the older Howard brother, Larry Fine, the friend, and, Curly, the younger Howard brother - known by many as "The Three Stooges".

The Three Stooges, despite their simple slapstick humor, became one of the most popular comedy teams in history. They were so popular that other comedy teams started copying some of their mannerisms; Moe even accused Lou Costello of Abbott and Costello of trying to copy Curly.

Others disregarded the Stooges' talents and criticized their brand of physical humor.

Some, however, believed their social commentary and satire was overlooked, pointing to their anti-hero status and their poking fun of class divisions, much like the Marx Brothers.

One movie buff, James Thompson, thinks the Library of Congress should recognize the Three Stooges' satires "You Nazty Spy!" and "I'll Never Heil Again" - which mocked Hitler's Germany. Both films were released before the U.S. entered World War II and despite an industry rule to avoid social and political issues.

At that time, the industry did not want to offend foreign countries, especially Hitler's Germany. The United States was still neutral and the public held predominantly isolationist views.

This was also 11 months before Charlie Chaplin’s critically acclaimed “The Great Dictator”, which was named to the registry in 1997.

It was also important because all three actors, the director and writers — were Jewish.

According to writer Simon Braund, "the immense popularity of the Three Stooges was deemed such a potential threat to the credibility of The Third Reich that Adolf Hitler added them to his personal death list."

Braund added, "The image of The Three Stooges as fearless, anti-fascist crusaders, willing to put their livelihoods and their lives on the line in the noble cause of liberty, will come as a shock to anyone who thinks of them — if they think of them at all — as a fifth-rate Marx Brothers knock-off whose principal contribution to the art of comedy was the twin-fingered eye-poke."

Curly Howard became the most popular and outrageous member of the Three Stooges. Comedy legend Steve Allen called Curly one of the "most original yet seldom recognized comic geniuses."

But, he wasn't always a wise guy, eh. He was also a sensitive fella.

Although he was known during his popularity to be wild, "Soitenly!" zany, and very unpredictable, there was one consistent thing in his life - (other than the love of his brothers), he loved dogs - "Ruff, ruff."

Whenever he found a homeless or abandoned dog while the Stooges were traveling, he would go out of his way to rescue the dog. He just could not bear to leave the dog alone in the world.

He would take the dog with him, he would care for it, and he would search for a home for it.

As the Stooges toured, he would take the dog from town to town, until he could find a good home for the dog.

And, when he was able to find a good, loving home for one, he would find the next homeless dog and do the same.

Curly and the Stooges had a remarkable run and became comedy classics. But, the constant touring, intense work schedule, and the hard work of always trying to be funny would take a toll on the Stooges, especially Curly. On January 23, 1945, he was diagnosed with extreme hypertension, a retinal hemorrhage and obesity. He would eventually suffer several strokes, leading to a decline in the quality of his work.

"Half-Wits Holiday" was Curly's final appearance as an official member of the Stooges. During the filming on May 6, 1946, Curly disappeared. When Moe searched for his baby brother, he found Curly, his head dropped to his chest, unable to move or speak - all he could do was cry.

In 1951, Moe was contacted by the North Hollywood Hospital and Sanitarium, where Curly was now at. He was advised that due to Curly's mental deterioration, he needed to be placed in a mental hospital. Moe refused.

Moe instead relocated his younger brother to the Baldy View Sanitarium in San Gabriel, California. On January 18, 1952, Curly died of a massive cerebral hemorrhage. He was 48, the shortest-living of the Stooges.

Curly was given a Jewish funeral and was laid to rest at Home of Peace Cemetery in East Los Angeles.

Curly's and Moe's other brother, Shemp, who was actually the original Stooge who was replaced by Curly, would in turn replace his younger brother, but the Stooges were never the same again.

Steve Allen would say in 1984, "Although they never achieved widespread critical acclaim, they did succeed in accomplishing what they had always intended to do - they made people laugh."

Many still remember The Three Stooges. The Simpsons is known for their Stooges references. Michael Jackson, a huge fan, supposedly based his famous moonwalk on the Curly Shuffle, a move invented by Curly that made it look as if he was walking backwards.

Yes, Curly and the Stooges were known as knuckleheads. But, there was more to him and the Stooges that many never knew about.

Indubitably.

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[nodawnesperia]

Could you do a leofric profile

Character Profile: Leofric

I got two asks about him lol, you guys sure like this old man. This one I was really looking forward to though so I really don't mind! I am using the name Kuilin City as that was the original name rather than Oakenfell (let alone Oakenhurst). And I am using Vala, a character from Journey who, when she still had a proper backstory and before Journey decided to be a toddler game, was Prince Lester's wife.

Name: Leofric

Age at the time of the Barred Gate breaking: ???

Current age: ???

Affiliation: Kuilin City

Appearance: His Hypogean features are more pronounced than when he was hiding his identity. He has horns coming from his forehead and large bat wings blending in with his cloak.

Personality: While Leofric is less destructive than other Hypogeans, he is by no means a good person. After making a deal with Prince Lester, he was able to access the palace library and release the secrets of the Eternal Engravings to his fellow Hypogeans. In exchange for this huge power boost, Kuilin City was declared a safe zone for humans. Leofric works with Lester to keep the city pretty much under lock and key. Not because Leofric cares for the people but because he respects Lester.

Backstory:

"Lester's Jottings"

Glorimon 23rd. Sunny. Earl Leofric – it feels strange calling him that now – informed me that the armies of the Hypogeans will be passing us by in the following months. Safety measures need to be tightened. Nobody can leave the city walls, though that will make delivering supplies difficult but we will have to manage. The paperwork regarding rations is already piling up, this will be a nightmare. Vala is doing well for her part. The new dancer duo is proving to be a very valuable addition to her organization. The citizens seem to react better to Vala's people than regular guards. Perhaps recruiting new people there would be beneficial. Vala's popularity is rising while mine is falling but that's alright.

Calimon 16th. Overcast. I had tea today with Leofric again. Vala joined us, at his request. According to the Earl, it would be better to have Vala take over the public appearances while I fade into the background. It seemed like a good idea but Vala disagreed. It is understandable. Her whole organization lives in the shadows, they don't really wish for publicity. Earl Leofric didn't push the issue but mentioned steps might need to be taken in that case. Later in the evening, I received a letter from the Earl. The Hypogean army is departing sooner than expected. It seems he pulled some strings and wants me to take credit for it. It could help with my approval and keep peace in the city. I just worry that I am giving him too much to use against me later.

Dusmon 5th. Storming. The summer isn't going very well. Most of our crops were killed by the constant hail and heat waves. According to Earl Leofric, it would be best for us to expand our trade system. We don't have the infrastructure for that but he is willing to help us out. Sometimes, I almost forget he is a merchant. We have no choice but to accept. The people won't like this. The Hypogean presence in the city grew again. I am starting to worry about how many bards seek them out for inspiration. I know this was the deal we made with Leofric years ago but it is getting a little out of hand. I will need to talk to him about it during our next meeting.

Auramon 22nd. Cold and overcast. Things are calming down. The preparations for winter are almost complete. Earl Leofric's convoys ensured we have enough supplies for everyone. No more rationing food and clothes. Hypogean scouts have joined the ranks of Vala's organization without anyone noticing. Vala isn't happy about it but there is little we can do. It is safer this way, the city won't get overrun. More people are starting to accept the Hypogeans in our midst. I don't know if to be relieved or concerned. On one hand, it means fewer conflicts and less danger of full invasion. On the other... "Just let the people do what they will. They're living on borrowed time so they just want to make the most of it." Leofric said. Borrowed time is about right... After my death, who will take over? And will they be willing and able to earn the Earl's respect? For now, I will do my best to try and get him attached to the city. Even Hypogeans have to have some pride in what they've created. If I can get him to think of the city as his creation or property, he might protect it even after I'm long gone.

Frosmon 31st. Cold and snowy. At times like this, it's easy to forget the current situation. The snow falls over the city peacefully, children play out in the streets, and Leofric and I discuss our recent readings. So what if the snowy sky is sometimes pierced by a dragon's roar? So what if some of the children have horns or purple skin? I know I should worry more but everything seems to be alright. The city is safe. The people are safe. Leofric pauses to look out the window with me from time to time, usually quiet as if lost in thought. I want to ask what about but I have the feeling I know. "Do you think, Lester," he finally speaks, stirring his tea but not tearing his eyes from the scene outside, "that the mask of a governor would suit me?" It could be taken as a threat but it's not hard to tell that's not what he meant. I don't know how to answer. It would – he is responsible and resolute. It wouldn't – he is still a Hypogean, he may be content with things as they are now but over time, he may grow bored or decide to corrupt everyone in the city. "May the Divine Light guide you, earl." He smirks. Nods. And in the next moment, he is gone. I hope I made the right choice.

[libertineangel]

Feels like every day this week I've had to link some naïve young punk to that one Lester Bangs piece, god will you people stop with the rose-tinted idealistic idea of punk as a universally far-left radical acceptance public library get-together or some shit, the Nazis didn't invade it they were there from the start and to ignore that is not only to fail to learn from our own history but to devalue the struggles of the minorities who've been fighting for a space in the scene since 1976

[kimyoonmiauthor]

I'll give all of the common writing advice for free... but at least I know where it comes from.

Unlike other people who want to charge, I give this info out for mostly free AND I know where and when the advice came from. All of the common vocabulary: I have it.

I'm currently missing the originator of the "types of conflict" I have a suspicion it might connect back to Polti, rather than Freytag. (Polti's 36 dramatic situations), because people love, absolutely love to rewrite Polti's 36 Dramatic situations, flush out all of the mentions of PoCs, and most of the women, and say they "updated it", like every 5-10 years or so, which, it a head scratcher to me. Polti's original book is right there and often it's much better than the adaptations, plus the intro and the conclusion is often better writing advice than I've heard from a lot of the people who want to "adapt" his book. It's not that hard to read. I had a much harder time with Freytag, which took me a week of raging half the time v. Polti, which I read in about 2 days, if even that.

Types of conflict:

the whole internal, external, etc, from my blind stabbing, I kind of think might be 1980's, which is a hellscape of no citations. PLUS, it's really difficult to find those books in my local library AND they aren't in public domain yet. TT Library of congress?

I found the origin of stakes. The origin of the 3-act. The origin of the diagram for Antigone. The origin of a lot of the style advice (mostly hating on women and PoCs, to be honest. Secondarily, a backlash against 19th century writing.)

If I can find this last little puzzle piece, it'll satiate my curiosity and be the final nail in the coffin. So when someone tries to say, But, X writing advice, I can give them who it came from, where and what they originally said, and then have them *think* about if it still applies *to them*.

I'm still shocked no one tried to do this before. Is it because people think that writers shouldn't be questioned and forced to give citations?

That's my aim in doing this. It isn't all this writing advice is "evil". It's that by taking away the citations, taking away the logic of why it formed, there is no power for the writer to weigh if it makes sense for their writing or if they want to reformulate it so it is updated or remade *for them*.

I'm still trying to collect story structures from other places, though. I truly get tingly, though at the idea of watching the live oral storytellers. There's so many of those I want to also collect! Why didn't we get that list sooner? Why? Has someone DONE a worldwide list? I found a partial list on wikipedia. I have to admit I wish there was another academic doing this type of work with me or that this was already a grown field, so I have ya know, someone to talk to. This intersection of Historiography of Writing Theory. The academics I reached out to haven't reached out back. Would make doing this a tad bit faster. Also would help because, then I can rage about the outrageous lines some of these writers say, or get through books faster, e.g. I have to read Percy Lubbock's grandfather, and I don't want to read Percy Lubbock's grandfather because that time period was filled with a lot of imperialism. Lester F. Ward was difficult enough.

[just-prime]

Get to know your mutuals!

Tagged by @teejaystumbles :D

What’s the origin of your blog title? It started when I made my AO3 account. Because my real name starts with a J and so I was considering doing something with that, like J****Prime, but then I was playing around with other words that would fit and also start with a J. And thus, JustPrime was born!

OTP(s)+ shipnames(s): This isn't all of them, just the ones off the top of my head AKA in my bookmarks of AO3 links. Also I'm not going to justify any of these here, but will be more than happy to explain if any of you have questions! But to name a few...

Marvel : Stucky, Symbrock, Cherik, MattFoggy, NicoVictor, Valcarol, Soren/Talos/Nick Fury (a rarest of rare-pair for which I'm pretty sure I've written the only fic on AO3 here) DC (i'm suuuuch a dc multishipper) : BrucHarvey, Joyfire, TimKon, CassSteph, HalBarry, Constantstar (specifically the first of the fallen variety), Clois, and OF COURSE Dreamling SPN : Destiel, Samleen, Midam, Dreamhunter Star Wars : HanLeia, Dinluke, Thranto, Codywan, Anidala, Barrissoka, Wutrolani Arcane : Jayvik, Vicait, Timebomb, Zaundads Magnus Archives : Teaholding, Lonelyeyes, TimSasha, JonMicheal, Mike Crew x ME Malevolent : Arthur Lester and His Three Boyfriends (and all the subpairings that come with this), Hammer and Chisel Misc : Willabeth, Wolfstar, Hannigram, Trephacard, ShiGuang, WangXian, Reinhard/Siegfried, Bluesey, Pynch, Alex/Darlington

Favourite colour: Green, the darker the shade the better, like the woods at night.

Song stuck in your head: Last Resort (Power Glove Remix) by Papa Roach AKA the DMC version that still yet to be released anywhere >:(

Weirdest habit/trait: I'm pretty good at ignoring my body when I have to (thanks ADHD) which isn't always great but it is certainly weird.

Hobbies: Reading, writing (both original stuff and fanfic), crocheting, and recently I've gotten back a bit into embroidery, video games when I have access, DnD when I have a group

If you work, what’s your profession? I currently work in a library.

If you could have any job you wish, what would it be? I really want to do archival work of some sort.

Something you’re good at: Public speaking and puzzle solving.

Something you hate: Lack of control.

Something you collect: ROCKS! Shiny rocks, soft rocks, fossilized rocks...don't care I want them.

Something you forget: Honestly? If it's out of sight, it's out of mind and a 50/50 chance that I actually remember.

What’s your love language: My love language is telling people about how Love Languages are a pseudoscience made up by a Southern Baptist minister in the 90s who defines 'acts of service' as a way to get women to do more chores and 'physical touch' as a way to coercive women into having sex whenever their husbands demand it...

Favourite movie/show: UUUUM...gestures weakly to my blog...It honestly depends on the day. Currently I'm trying to get everyone I know to watch DMC and Castlevania Nocturne on Netflix. I've also been revisiting DnDorks 'Business Venture' 3-shot, which I HIGHLY recommend if you want a shorter DnD campaign more heavily focused on roleplaying. Movie-wise, I recently watch Conclave with a friend and it was well worth it.

Favourite food: Japanese cuisine, but specifically sushi

Favourite animal: Velociraptor

What were you like as a child: Precocious

Favourite subject at school: Usually English or History (though sciences were also fun) but honestly anything that let me do creative writing was a win in my books.

Least favourite subject: Anything related to/or about Calculus.

What’s your best character trait? I don't give up.

What’s your worst character trait? I'm blunt. Especially when I am stressed I tend not to mince words, which sometimes has the tendency to get on people's nerves or hurt their feelings.

If you could change any detail of your life right now, what would it be? I would change it so that the people I love would be safe and healthy.

Tagging mutuals : @croik , @oblivionsdream , @rainy-days-and-nights <3

[phanfictioncatalogue]

Coming of Age Masterlist

born to be (ao3) - outphan

Summary: Two boys on opposite ends of a town are about to come out. One goes well, the other, not so much. Then, the two boys, running away from the problems, meet.

Even Lovers Drown (ao3) - definitelythor

Summary: Dan meets Phil when he’s nine and Phil’s thirteen, and he very quickly becomes the best thing in Dan’s life. But Phil’s a merman and no one else believes that he exists.

games you don't want to play (ao3) - lestered

Summary: You try not to pay attention to some of the couples starting to cosy up with each other. You want someone to lay with you in your sleeping bag and look at the stars.

You don’t get that. You don’t get to be normal. You’ve never felt the giddiness of young love, or even of a really intense crush. Those things aren’t for you.

You want something you can’t have. You want a boyfriend.

home is where the heart is. (ao3) - orphan_account

Summary: 16 year old Daniel Howell had always felt out of place in his dad's fancy apartment or under the Singaporean sun. Life was not bad, but being the son of a British expatriate banker divorcee with commitment issues meant that there was never a home.

Inspired by the only constant in his life, a similar aged British youtuber by the name of Phil Lester, Dan decides to move to his supposed homeland Britain on a whim, in the hopes of escaping his bubble of isolation, and maybe find the place where he truly belonged.

Somehow Dan lands himself in one of the few notorious all boys boarding schools in Britain, one that has bizarre traditions, vicious inter-house competition and way too many attractive boys; and a roommate who had been Dan's best friend all along, even if Phil Lester hadn't known it.

Dan finally found home.

Just so we can see with who our lives are meant to be (ao3) - orphan_account

Summary: Dan always knew there was a person perfect for him. If he thought about them they would see through his eyes. This made life bit different.

Meet Me In The Hallway (ao3) - CanDanAndPhilNot (enbycalhoun)

Summary: Dan is seven years old when he meets Phil Lester and friendship comes easy for them. Over the years they meet each other in the hallway despite what life throws at them.

Our Tounges Are God's Failed Invention (ao3) - embarrassing_myself

Summary: Phil’s not really into the underground music scene. Charlie is though and he’s desperate to see his favorite local band play. Which is how Phil finds himself pleading with the obnoxiously cool bouncer to let them into the club. Somehow, Dan manages to tangle himself into Phil’s life. Phil can’t figure out why somebody like Dan would want to hang out with somebody like himself. Dan’s the bad boy who smokes cigarettes and listens to bands Phil’s never heard of. Phil is the self-loathing loser who’s too afraid of disappointment. It turns out though that Dan has more issues than Phil could ever keep track of.

The Cries of the Forgotten (ao3) - phansparent (lestershoweller)

Summary: Dan was never been a happy person, and he had never felt there was much point to his existence. Four weeks from heading off to uni, uninspired by the field of law that he knew he’d be entering, he starts to remember a friend he had in childhood named Phil. The visions of him are striking, and it seems Phil is trying to speak to him, although Dan’s parents swear Phil never existed. Before uni, Dan needs to know if Phil is real, and he needs to know there is more to his life than there has been in the past.

the library of alexandria (ao3) - obscurialis

Summary: Dan forgets to write a very important essay, and there's only one place to go in these situations: the public library.

you knew every shape of the moon (ao3) - outphan

Summary: Dan is a shy teenager, with no friends and no interest in dating. He likes the stars, but everyone thinks he's weird. That is until his new neighbour introduces himself.r

[simshousewindsor]

PROTEA DAY IN BRINDLETON BAY

The Queen's first Protea Day as Sovereign of ‘The Order of the Protea’

Members of the Royal Family have attended the Protea service in Brindleton Bay, with the Duke and Duchess of Hastings formally appointed to Brindleton Bay's highest order of public service.

The Order of the Protea recognizes 14 knights, drawn from men and women who have held public office or given a "particular contribution" to sims life, alongside additional Royal knights.

For this triennial service in February, as well for coronations, the Knights and Ladies wear an elaborate costume Edward II fashioned after the robes worn by the Knights of the Garter.

Only the monarch can bestow the honor on someone, with the most recent recipients being anthropologist Professor Dame Diahanne Cast, lawyer Baroness Belinda Petilio and Brindleton Bay's youngest Black professor Sir Dallas Shelton.

The Duchess of Hastings was installed as a Royal Lady of the Protea while the Duke was invested a Knight.

The Protea Chapel has hosted the order since 1951, with the architect Richard Simolea choosing to include uniquely Brindleish detail in the building - including angels playing bagpipes. Each member of the order has a stall in the chapel, with a display of their heraldic devices displayed above it.

Knights took part with a procession to the chapel from the city's Quetignet library, while dressed in distinctive green velvet robes and green-spotted plumed hats, with a badge suspended from the collar.

Edward II is responsible for the order's present day incarnation, creating it in 1949, although its roots may stretch as far back as King Lester IV of Brindleton Bay.

The Order's primary emblem is the Protea and is named from the African protea flower, of his mother's [Queen Lara-Leigh] homeland, representing change and hope. In the Windenburg language of flowers, proteas symbolize diversity and courage.

The motto for the order is kò sí ẹni tí ó pa mí lára ​​láìjìyà - Niregian for "no one harms me with impunity."

Though absent this year, 85yr old, Lord Benjamin, the 11th Earl of Hamptonshire, is the order's longest-standing knight, having been appointed in 1978. Zarah, Queen Dowager held that title until her death in November 2024, having been invested as a Royal Lady by Edward II in 1951. The late Queen dowager is said to have been honored at this year's service.

Knights of the Protea, Garter, and Iwé were last collectively together when they took part in Queen Katherine's 2024 coronation.

[raemeria]

Annotated Bibliography 

      The History Harvest is relevant to 21st-century public history because it captures the history of everyday people’s historical values and preserves them for future generations. Items passed through the family and held sentimental value are saved for future studies. The most crucial factor in collecting these relics of the past is to keep them from coming destruction or becoming lost to history. Digitally archiving items, interviews, documentation, etc., enables future family members or researchers to find history from earlier times and stories from people of our time who will no longer be around in the future. 

History Harvest, Department of History, University of Nebraska at Lincoln

(Could not access)

William G. Thomas, Patrick D. Jones, and Andrew Witmer, “History Harvest: What Happens When Students Collect and Digitize the People’s History?” AHA Perspectives on  

History, January 2013. https://www.historians.org/publications-and-directories/perspectives-on-history/january-2013/history-harvests

A detailed report on the process students use during History Harvest to catalog, digitize and archive the different items, stories, and documentation being presented to them. 

Sara Georgini, “Spring at the History Harvest,” The Junto: A Group Blog on Early American History, March 6, 2013. 

A brief history of the History Harvest and how it was first conceived of previous projects like The Valley of the Shadow Project.  Shows what led to the creation of the project and the ideas behind it. 

“‘Each Item Tells a Human Story’ at History Harvest,” Orlando Sentinel, March 3, 2013.

Available via course link.

Newspaper article that describes the History Harvest project to a broader audience. Some who brought items for archival might have learned of the project from this new article. Depicting some of the processes and highlights that stories are a significant part that people can get archived. 

“Engaging Communities to Preserve: The History Harvest as a Collaboration Model for 

Digital Preservation,” The Signal – Digital Preservation,” Library of Congress, Sept. 

4, 2013.  https://blogs.loc.gov/thesignal/2013/09/engaging-communities-to-preserve-the-history-harvest-as-a-collaboration-model-for-digital-preservation/

Description of blogger who learned about the scanning procedure used by the project to scan items for archival. 

 “Uniting Invisible Histories” (2015), Michigan State University https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2UKakQZqFIUYllJTVJjWG9nZDg/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-o_aYJCwyLYWpmtvWCPA2vw

A detailed proposal that will give access to the digital archives from History Harvest and make them available through a web platform. 

“Connie L. Lester and Finding Regional History,” Reframing Digital Humanities: Conversations with Digital Humanists, ed. Julian Chambliss. Lansing, MI: Michigan State University Libraries Open Educational Resources, 2018.

A detailed interview of Dr. Connie Lester on digital humanities and the importance of the project to preserve history, including the development of the project, its origins, and the future possibilities for the project as a whole. 

French, Scot. “Recovering the Past, Discovering the Future: Archive, Community, and Scholarship,” Keynote Address, Society of Florida Archivists Annual Meeting, May 11, 2022.

(Could not access public talk / PP) 

[lesterpubliclibrary]

Luke’s Note by Lester Public Library Via Flickr: Lester Public Library, Two Rivers, Wisconsin

[doomedhowell]

Phanfiction Bingo Round One Masterpost

unfortunately i did not write as much as i wanted to this round but alas here is what i did manage to write:

@phanfictionbingo

rainy days at the library wc: 1,770 r: general sf: bookworm!dan s: Even on rainy days Dan winds up at the library, but it's not so bad when his company is the cute librarian.

just another stupid holiday wc: 2,362 r: general sf: valentine's day s: Dan hates Valentine's Day. He thinks it's a stupid holiday and wants nothing to do with it. When his co-worker Cat mentions some guy named Phil who happens to be single, who Dan eventually meets when he comes into his coffee shop, Dan thinks maybe this Valentine's Day might be different.

airport meetings wc: 854 r: teen and up sf: strangers meeting for the first time s: Dan is having a bad start to his morning, and you would think a stranger crashing into him, literally, would make things worse, but actually, it makes Dan's morning somewhat better when Dan sees how attractive the man is.

keep the glasses on wc: 1,046 r: general sf: fluff s: Dan has always been insecure about wearing his glasses in public, and he's kept it from his best friend for as long as he's had his glasses. Unfortunately one evening, his cover is blown when Phil stops by.

skip all the small talk wc: 1,812 r: teen and up sf: trapped together s: AU in which Dan and Phil have hated each other for years, but when Dan takes a break and comes back to return to Vidcon, the two get stuck in an elevator together, and Dan learns that maybe he doesn't hate Phil Lester like he thought he did while trapped with him.

[canadaopps]

Lester B Pearson International Scholarship 2024 - Canada

Lester B Pearson International Scholarship 2024

Study Where the World Comes Together: Lester B Pearson International Scholarship 2024 - Canada

Established in 1827, the University of Toronto is Canada’s largest university, recognized as a global leader in research and teaching. U of T’s distinguished faculty, institutional record of groundbreaking scholarship and wealth of innovative academic opportunities continually attract outstanding students and academics from around the world. Few other universities offer as great a diversity of programs and resources. U of T is committed to providing a learning experience which benefits from both a scale almost unparalleled in North America and from the close-knit learning communities made possible through its college system and academic divisions. U of T has 700 undergraduate programs(external link) in Humanities & Social Sciences, Life Sciences, Physical & Mathematical Sciences, Commerce & Management, Computer Science, Engineering, Kinesiology & Physical Education, Music, and Architecture. Located in and around Toronto, one of the world’s most diverse regions, U of T’s vibrant academic life is defined by a unique degree of cultural diversity in its learning community. The city of Toronto is rated as one of the safest large cities in the world and one of the best places to live — it’s a city that draws the best and the brightest, who come seeking world-class business, culture and education. Toronto hosts more than 30 major festivals and cultural events annually, has the third largest public transit system in North America, and hosts over 8000 hectares of park space. Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area is a place with changing landscapes, welcoming communities and exciting opportunities.

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The University of Toronto stands among the top research universities in the world(external link). U of T’s 44 libraries make up the third largest library system in North America, we produce more research than almost any other institution worldwide and our 500,000+ alumni can be found across the globe. Our students learn from leading scholars and academics who come to U of T for its world-class facilities and global prestige. An education from the University of Toronto is not only internationally recognized, it is highly regarded and easily transferable — in fact, our graduates are considered some of the world’s most employable(external link). Breaking News! Canada Introduces Visa-Free Travel for 13 Countries U of T’s reputation attracts students from 170 countries and regions(external link). They participate in hundreds of clubs, compete in 25 varsity sports and take part in unique learning opportunities. Our Colleges and undergraduate faculties give students the support of small, welcoming communities, while also the benefits of a large, internationally connected institution.

About the Scholarship: Lester B Pearson International Scholarship 2024 - Canada

The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships at the University of Toronto provide an unparalleled opportunity for outstanding international students to study at one of the world’s best universities in one of the world’s most multicultural cities. The scholarship program is intended to recognize students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and creativity and who are recognized as leaders within their school. A special emphasis is placed on the impact the student has had on the life of their school and community, and their future potential to contribute positively to the global community. Awarded annually, these scholarships recognize outstanding students from around the world, including international students studying at Canadian high schools. This is U of T’s most prestigious and competitive scholarship for international students. The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships will cover tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support for four years. The scholarship is tenable only at the University of Toronto for first-entry, undergraduate programs. Each year approximately 37 students will be named Lester B. Pearson Scholars. Notice The University of Toronto has been alerted to fraudulent emails that offer to assist students with applications to our Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship program. Please exercise caution when researching scholarship opportunities and assessing communications about our programs. The University of Toronto does not work with recruitment agents or agencies. Students interested in applying for a Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship should follow the instructions on this website and submit their applications directly to the University.

Apply: Lester B Pearson International Scholarship 2024 - Canada

To become a Pearson Scholar, you must be nominated by your school and apply to undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto. Ask your school guidance counsellor about being nominated. Once you’ve been nominated and have applied to the University of Toronto, you will be sent a personalized, secure link to the Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship application. University of British Columbia Schmidt Science Fellowships 2024 in Canada – Fully Funded $100,000 per year Pearson Scholars are students who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement and creativity, who are accepted as leaders within their school, and who have the potential to contribute to the global community in the future. They can be distinguished from other students who may have equally high academic results by virtue of their breadth of interest, intellectual energy and impact on the life of their school and community. Eligibility: Lester B Pearson International Scholarship 2024 - Canada To be eligible to apply to the Pearson International Scholarship, you must be: - an international student (i.e. a non-Canadian requiring a study permit); - currently in your final year of secondary school or have graduated no earlier than June 2023 - beginning your studies at the University of Toronto in September 2024 (students already attending post-secondary studies cannot be considered; students starting their studies in January 2024 at another post-secondary institution cannot be considered). Application Process The 2024 Competition opens in September 2023. To apply, you will need to: - Receive a nomination from your school. High schools not already contacted/verified are asked to submit an application to participate in our program, available here in September.(external link) High schools who have participated in a previous year will receive their nomination access starting in early September. - Apply to study at the University of Toronto(external link) to begin your studies in September 2024 and complete your application for admission by the appropriate deadlines(external link).  Please be advised that you will be considered for the Pearson Scholarship for your first choice of program at U of T.  You may apply for several programs and may receive admission to them all; however, the Pearson Scholarship, if awarded to you, would be restricted to your first choice of program at U of T at the time our scholarship decisions are made. - Once we’ve received a nomination and you’ve applied to the university, you can complete the online Lester B. Pearson Scholarship application.  You will receive a private link to the scholarship application when you are successfully nominated by your school. Pearson Scholarship Deadlines - School nomination deadline: November 30, 2023 - Student OUAC admission application deadline: December 15, 2023 (Please note this is the final date to submit an application to the OUAC; although you can apply up to December 15 2023, it is recommended you apply for admission through the OUAC as soon as possible. The recommended date to apply for admission is before November 7, 2023 as spaces in programs fill-up quickly and popular programs may close early.) - Student scholarship application deadline: January 15, 2024 Fraud Notice Please note the Lester B. Pearson Scholarship Program at the University of Toronto does not interact with agencies or educational “agents” in order to recruit students or offer scholarships.  Please be cautioned against any agents providing false acceptances or requiring fees for unaffiliated third parties.  Pearson Scholarship recipients can only be nominated by their current secondary school through our online process and the scholarship is available only to undergraduate degree applicants.  If you have any questions, please contact us at pearson.scholarship@utoronto.ca(external link) Privacy Notice For donor-funded awards, University advancement may share the names, programs and year of study of award recipients with donors. If you have any questions about the University advancement’s collection or use of your personal information, please contact the University’s Stewardship Programs and Services Officer at donor.reports@utoronto.ca(external link)

Resources for Guidance Counsellors & Headmasters

We value our relationships with guidance counsellors and headmasters from around the world. We’ve prepared resources and answers to commonly asked questions about the Pearson Scholarships to help you advise your students. How do I nominate a student? High schools already verified by Enrolment Services will be contacted annually by email with a personalized, secure nomination form starting each September.  If your school has not been verified, please submit an application to participate in our program, available here beginning in September.(external link)  Once your school is verified, we will provide you with your school’s nomination form and next steps. When can I nominate student? Nominations will be accepted beginning in September.  This year’s deadline to nominate a Pearson Scholar is November 30th, 2023. Can I nominate more than one student? Schools can nominate one student per year. The Pearson Scholarship is designed to recognize outstanding students from around the globe.  Part of the selection process involves your school choosing your top candidate for nomination. We encourage schools to nominate the student that best exemplifies the qualities of a Pearson Scholar. When will my student nominee receive a decision? Pearson Scholarship recipients will be notified by the end of April 2024. Can I nominate a student even if they haven’t applied to U of T? Yes, you can nominate a student who has not yet applied for admission to U of T. However, in order to submit the scholarship application, students must apply for admission to U of T. I have more questions—whom can I contact? Please direct all your enquiries to pearson.scholarship@utoronto.ca(external link)

Questions

We’re here to help! Questions about applying to the Lester B. Pearson Scholarship can be sent to: pearson.scholarship@utoronto.ca(external link) For further information about the Pearson Scholar experience at U of T, please see: https://internationalexperience.utoronto.ca/global-experiences/global-scholarships/lester-b-pearson-scholarship/ OFFICIAL LINK FOR APPLICATION

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