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QUINCY — Two opportunities to learn how to dance are being offered in Quincy this fall. Instruction to Latin Dance will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. for six Mondays beginning Sept. 25. Classes are free, but donations are appreciated. The classes, in partnership with the Quincy Public Library, will be at the Quincy…
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Daily Muddy DAILY MUD POD: Books and Planes Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00 / 00:21:39 Subscribe Share RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:21:39 | Recorded on September 12, 2023Ashley’s back! Tanned, rested and ready. She talks…
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Ashley’s back! Tanned, rested and ready. She talks to Eric Brandhorst of the Quincy Public Library about the Community Read and our Muddy Buddy Randy Phillips about this weekend’s Stinson airplane event at Baldwin Field.
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Book Nook BOOK NOOK: Back to School Edition Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00 / 00:11:18 Subscribe Share RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:11:18 | Recorded on August 14, 2023With this week’s start of school, MRN’s Ron…
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QUINCY — Quincy Public Library will offer an evening of laughter and entertainment with host David Graham from Comfort Comedy for a comedy night at the State Theater. Doors will open at 6 p.m. Friday, July 21, and Graham will take the stage at 7 p.m. From the St. Louis area, Graham is renowned for…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Public Library has partnered with the American Civil Liberties Union Illinois for a program titled, “Vote Your Voice: the ACLU on Using Your Voice to Produce Change.” The program will take place at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 20 at the Quincy Public Library, 526 Jersey. This initiative aims to educate and…
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QUINCY – Quincy Public Library learned on May 15 it was named one of the beneficiaries of the Nona G. Long Estate and received donation of $300,000. This contribution will impact the library’s ability to expand its programs, enhance its collections and further its mission of fostering lifelong learning and community engagement. Long’s career in education…
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QUINCY — Four local nonprofits were selected to participate in the second cohort of the Nonprofit Excellence Initiative, a collaborative program of the Quincy Area Funders Collaborative which seeks to strengthen the effectiveness of not-for-profit organizations in Adams County. The second cohort of the Nonprofit Excellence Initiative consists of Good Samaritan Home, Quincy Humane Society,…
Read Full Article Book Nook BOOK NOOK for June 6, 2023 Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00 / 00:12:27 Subscribe Share RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:12:27 | Recorded on June 6, 2023MRN’s Ron Kinscherf gets you caught up on…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy Public Library is offering a thought-provoking evening at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 6, in the large meeting room with renowned Illinois Humanities Road Scholar Ted Williams III. The event, titled “Change our Language, Change our Politics,” aims to delve into the profound impact language has on shaping our political landscape. Williams, an…
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Book Nook BOOK NOOK: Bobbe White Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00 / 00:09:04 Subscribe Share RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:09:04 | Recorded on May 8, 2023Author Ron Kinscherf talks to author Bobbe White about books.…
Read Full Article Author Ron Kinscherf talks to Author Bobbe White about books. C’mon, what else would two authors talk about? But she does have a new book “WAIT! WHAT? We’re the Parents Now?: Navigating the Ups and Downs: A Loved One’s Health Decline Gets Real”.
Read Full Article Book Nook BOOK NOOK: March 29, 2023 Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00 / 00:11:40 Subscribe Share RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:11:40 | Recorded on March 29, 2023Ron Kinscherf and Victoria DeMent talk about what’s happening…
Read Full Article Book Nook BOOK NOOK with the Quincy Public Library Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00 / 00:12:33 Subscribe Share RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:12:33 | Recorded on January 27, 2023Ron Kinscherf talks to the folks from…
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Book Nook BOOK NOOK: Deadly Keepsakes Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00 / 00:17:47 Subscribe Share RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:17:47 | Recorded on January 6, 2023Ron Kinscherf talks to author Anita Dickason about her experiences…
Read Full Article Muddy River News BOOK NOOK for November 22, 2022 Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00 / 00:14:39 Subscribe Share Stitcher RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:14:39 | Recorded on November 22, 2022Subscribe: StitcherRon Kinscherf talks with Victoria…
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QUINCY — What started as a simple FaceBook post mentioning “Banned Book Week” by Victoria DeMent, communications and development coordinator of the Quincy Public Library, has turned into the latest book club offered by the library. The Banned Book Club’s first meeting is Thursday, Oct. 27. you can register here. Rachelle Gage, community engagement specialist…
Read Full Article Muddy River News BOOK NOOK: October 13 Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00 / 00:13:03 Subscribe Share Stitcher RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:13:03 | Recorded on October 13, 2022Subscribe: StitcherRon Kinscherf talks to Victoria DeMint about…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Public Library’s public use computers are once again available to use. Faxing, printing and scanning options also have returned. A public copier that has faxing capabilities is available in the library lobby as well as a printing machine available in the reference department. The document station near the “Ask Here” desk…
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QUINCY — The NEA Big Read, Quincy’s popular community read for all ages, will kick off at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 15, at Quincy Public Library. People will receive a free copy of “Sitting Pretty” by Rebekah Taussig, hear from 7th Ward Alderman Ben Uzelac offering his support and learn from Quincy native Megan Lovelace as she…
Read Full Article Book Nook BOOK NOOK: AMERICA STANDING STRONG Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00 / 00:15:36 Subscribe Share RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:15:36 | Recorded on September 8, 2022Ron Kinscherf interviews Robert J. Emery, author of America:…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Public Library began applying for grants in October 2021 and kicked off a donor development fundraising campaign with hopes to raise approximately $400,000 to fund a new mobile library. The Rotary Club of Quincy aided in bringing the library closer to that goal by donating $10,000 on July 26. The mobile library…
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Book Nook BOOK NOOK with Ron Kinscherf for 7-20-22 Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00 / 00:11:29 Subscribe Share RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:11:29 | Recorded on July 20, 2022Ron chats about the latest happenings at…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Public Library is one of 62 organizations nationwide selected to receive a 2022-23 NEA Big Read grant. A grant of $11,000 will support a community reading program focusing on the book “Sitting Pretty” by Rebekah Taussig. An initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest, the…
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QUINCY — Quincy Brewing Company will host the hippest handmade outdoor market, Makers Market, from 1-7 p.m. Saturday, June 18 on Sixth Street between Maine and Hampshire and down Jail Alley. The outdoor market will feature more than 35 different vendors selling furniture, clothing, accessories, food, apothecary, ceramics, art, books, candles, vintage upcycled wares and more. The Quincy Children’s…
Read Full Article https://muddyrivernews.com/podcast-player/19020/book-nook-with-ron-kinscherf.mp3Ron Kinscherf talks to Victoria DeMent of the Quincy Public Library about a busy week ahead, including the library’s Juneteenth celebration.
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Public Library will launch its summer reading program, “Read Beyond the Beaten Path,” at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 4. The event is free to the public and will feature vendors, crafts and activities for all ages. Special events throughout the day are QCT’s “Ms. Electricity” show at 10 a.m., square dancing with TexasRoadhouse’s Andy the Armadillo at…
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QUINCY — Port’s Place, 526 Jersey, will be the site of the inaugural “Books and Bags” outdoor cornhole tournament Saturday, May 28 and Sunday, May 29 to benefit the Quincy Public Library. The goal is to raise $5,000 from this event to help with the purchase of a new mobile library. Saturday’s tournament will be…
Read Full Article QUINCY — A two-session Entrepreneur Education Day will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 25 at the Quincy Public Library, 526 Jersey. Cyndi Thomason, a speaker and thought leader in ecommerce accounting, will present the sessions of “Profit is a Habit, Not an Event” and “Make Your Business Work for You.” Through…
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QUINCY — A Chicago attorney from a national law firm issued a statement Monday morning on behalf of the city of Quincy and the Quincy Public Library, saying the cause of the May 7 cyber attack on the city’s computer systems has not yet been determined. City employees have not received or sent emails on…
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QUINCY — The Mary Weems Barton Quincy Public Library foundation will be the host of the Libations for the Library dueling bartender fundraising event at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, May 21 at the State Theater. The evening will consist of drinks, food and a friendly competition as bartenders from The Patio Restaurant and Lounge (Ahmed Williams) and Cole’s Hearth Room Restaurant (Coltin Cole)…
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Book Nook Book Nook for April 26, 2022 Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00 / 00:14:12 Subscribe Share RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:14:12 | Recorded on April 26, 2022Katie Kraushaar makes her final appearance on Muddy…
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Book Nook Book Nook for April 19, 2022 Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00 / 00:10:39 Subscribe Share RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:10:39 | Recorded on April 19, 2022Katie Kraushaar of the Quincy Public Library talks…
Read Full Article Book Nook Book Nook: April 6, 2020 Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00 / 00:08:46 Subscribe Share RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:08:46 | Recorded on April 7, 2022Katie Kraushaar of the Quincy Public Library talks about…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Public Library is encouraging people to visit their library in person or online to explore and access services and programs, because the QPL is fine free through Friday. National Library Week is a time to highlight the role libraries, librarians and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening communities. QPL’s…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Friends of the Library, a non-profit organization that supports the Quincy Public Library, is having a book sale at the library March 31 through April 2. The sale is from 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. March 31, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. April 1 and from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. April…
Read Full Article Book Nook Quincy Public Library Book Nook for February 23 Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00 / 00:13:55 Subscribe Share RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:13:55 | Recorded on February 23, 2022Katie Kraushaar of the Quincy Public…
Read Full Article Daily Muddy Muddy River Minute: Book Nook for February 16, 2020 Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00 / 00:11:24 Subscribe Share RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:11:24 | Recorded on February 16, 2022Katie Kraushaar of the Quincy…
Read Full Article Book Nook Quincy Public Library Book Nook: February 1, 2022 Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00 / 00:12:11 Subscribe Share RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:12:11 | Recorded on February 1, 2022Katie Kraushaar of the Quincy Public…
Read Full Article Book Nook Quincy Public Library Book Nook for February 18 Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00 / 00:14:40 Subscribe Share RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:14:40 | Recorded on January 18, 2022Katie Kraushaar of the Quincy Public…
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QUINCY — Quincy Community Theatre announced Tuesday the selection of Burgundy Hill as its executive director. “We are excited to welcome Burgundy to the QCT family,” said Julie Schuetz, president of the QCT Board of Directors. “In her professional life, as a Board member and as a volunteer, Burgundy has exhibited a dedication for serving…
Read Full Article Muddy River News Quincy Public Library Book Nook: January 11, 2022 Play Episode Pause Episode Mute/Unmute Episode Rewind 10 Seconds 1x Fast Forward 30 seconds 00:00 / 00:17:51 Subscribe Share Stitcher RSS Feed Share Link Embed Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:17:51 | Recorded on January 11, 2022Subscribe: StitcherKatie Kraushaar of…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Medical Group Foundation Moments That Matter fund, along with the Quincy Public Library, was the host two readings by author Tracy Schlepphorst on Nov. 10 in the Quincy Public Library. Schlepphorst had her dog, Ripley, with her, and all those in attendance received a copy of her book, “Eden and Her Happy.” The readings are…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy Public Library has expanded the Quincy Historical Newspaper Archive, thanks to the support of the Quincy Herald-Whig and the Oakley Foundation. The archive now features all Quincy newspapers published from 1835 to 2020, expanding the service by almost 100 years. “The newspaper archive is one of the most used digital resources,” QPL…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Public Library hopes to bring back its Bookmobile to inspire a whole new generation of readers. “We are the preliminary stages of bringing this invaluable resource back to Quincy,” Director Kathleen Helsabeck said. “We’ve got a long road ahead of us, but we are excited to share our plans with the…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy Public Library is expanding its senior services. The library has openings in its home delivery program, which is open to any Quincy resident who can’t visit the library due to a disability. The library will deliver books, books on CD, DVDs and CDs to homes and senior care facilities. Patrons can request…
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