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March 7, 2010 - Book says introverts need to shout out accomplishments
February 7, 2010 - Illinois library community's e-mail campaign goes viral
January 10, 2010 - Regional libraries have not received a funding increase since 1989
December 6, 2009 - Professor explains why it's hard to rest even when your tired
November 1, 2009 - A lot has changed at North Suburban Library system in 20 years
October 4, 2009 - Public, school libraries suffer in poor economy
September 6, 2009 - Check out passport to museum adventures
August 9, 2009 - True Southern gentleman was a great mentor
July 5, 2009 - Fierce defender of First Amendment will be deeply missed
June 7, 2009 - Summer reading: Feeds your soul, sparks a laugh, or maybe tears
April 26, 2009 - Libraries lend free hand to those struggling in bad economy
April 19, 2009 - Newbery award oldest and most distinguished for children's books
April 12, 2009 - Longtime library trustee has made an impact
April 5, 2009 - Mystery writers talk about their craft
March 29, 2009 - North Suburban Library System hosts annual awards banquet
March 22, 2009 - Libraries build community
March 15, 2009 - Nixon library sheds new light on a intriguing President
March 8, 2009 - Twain, Poe and Sandburg started out as self-publishers
February 25, 2009 - Many libraries adapting services to the small screen
February 15, 2009 - New romantic novel collection at Des Plaines Public Library
February 8, 2009 - Libraries are not just about books anymore
February 1, 2009 - Books on sleep apnea can be helpful
January 25, 2009 - Celebrating Lincoln's greatness on the 200th anniversary of his birth
January 18, 2009 - Gladwell writes when his mind returns to common themes
January 11, 2009 - Keeping a positive attitude key to finding a new job
January 4, 2009 - Libraries offer variety of aids for the disabled
December 28, 2008 - Schaumburg library director retiring after 41 years
December 21, 2008 - Travel without the hassle: From your armchair
December 14, 2008 - Librarians' cookbook the perfect holiday gift for foodies
December 7, 2008 - Chinese immigrant goes from ironing board to corporate board
December 2, 2008 - Americans like the library, but will they pay for it?
November 23, 2008 - Not Your Stereotypical Librarian
November 16, 2008 - Library survives flood, now they need your help
November 9, 2008 - Ela library supporting troops
October 29, 2008 - 'Julia' star Diahann Carroll writes fascinating memoir
October 22, 2008 - Answers to 10 burning questions about how libraries work
October 17, 2008 - Exhibit sheds new light on Ben Franklin
October 6, 2008 - Digital Bookmobile comes to Schaumburg Township library
September 30, 2008 - Pioneer architect designed libraries around the world
September 22, 2008 - We Need to be More Accommodating of Handicapped
September 16, 2008 - Mystery solved. Register to vote at local library
September 8, 2008 - What Library Directors are Reading
September 3, 2008 - Quebec Celebrates Four Centuries
August 26, 2008 - Diary Might Be a Blog
August 20, 2008 - Library checkouts increase as economy heads south
August 11, 2008 - Book explores bringing library to Kenya
August 4, 2008 - Handy manual for budding PR folks
July 31, 2008 - Online election resources for kids -- and adults, too
July 22, 2008 - Engaging Children While Reading Will Help Them Love Books
July 15, 2008 - Modern-day library managers face new challenges
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Sarah Long's "Our Libraries" column in the Daily Herald is published the first Sunday of the month. The 