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Today on the MOU (MN Ornithologists Union) listserve, a discussion was started about birds mimicking other bird calls. The European Starling is famous for its’ ability to imitate many other birds, in fact, a Starling can be taught to talk (although, they’re really just mimicking) – just search for it in YouTube and you will find many videos out there.
The Starling is an exotic bird that was brought to the new world from Europe in the 1700s.
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Credit: E.F. Baker cdn.newsroom@sunmed.caDear  Mr. E.F. Baker,I am so pleased to inform you that your photo has been awarded first place winner in"The Last Night of the Year"  creativity in the arts program sponsored by Harbor Star. My sincerest thanks for such a unique and intriguing photograph! Unfortunately, due to limited time and resources, the prestigious ceremony and wealthy financial gifts have been postponed...
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Hot Reads for Cold NightsOur Hot Reads for Cold Nights program has always held a special place in my heart. After 15 years, I still don't know if it'
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3 sport day – Harry flag football, Holden Soccer and Leslie has 2 games of football
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Discussing your political beliefs at the office usually ranks high in lists of career-limiting moves, unless you work in politics and maybe even then†...
I once went almost an entire year without speaking to my father because of a fight over politics. After the year had gone past, give or take a few we
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I don’t know when I’ll be back again… This morning at our weekly staff meeting, our Controller (best job title ever, just for the record) shared ... More from Mesabi Misadventures
 Visit Bois Forte Heritage Museum! They have been a HUGE partner and resource for us with our new permanent exhibits. We've just put out a grant to fund the installation of it, so we're keeping our fingers crossed! In the meantime, living and loving nature the way that most Iron Rangers do, Treaties do Matter. Review of "Why Treaties Matter" by Mai Vang, Curator The exhibit was extraordinarily informative.
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I received furs in the mail! My exhibit team and I are working on renovating our permanent exhibit. One of the stations we wanted to have is a tactile, touchable, station where visitors can feel different kinds of fur.
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from an fantastic week of exciting FUN!One of the Community QuiltsWhat a week! We had 140 5th graders, five paraprofessionals, and six teachers, from Roosevelt Elementary School visiting for their Community Quilts' big open with cake and juice.
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Circle of MusesA Gathering of Creative WomenHow about an evening shared with other creative women to inspire your art?Whether it's painting, writing, fiber art, or any other creative art media you deserve to take time for inspiration.Come to The First Stage GallerySunday February 26, 20125:30pm—8pmBring a project you are working on, if you wish. ...
Circle of MusesA Gathering of Creative WomenHow about an evening shared with other creative women to inspire your art?Whether it's painting, writing, fiber art, or any other creative art media you deserve to take time for inspiration.Come to The First Stage GallerySunday February 26, 20125:30pm—8pmBring a project you are working on, if you wish. ...
Mark Your Calendar!Thursday, February 16 at Noon — We love our library Book Lover’s Tea!Thursday, March 8 at Noon — Local history with Pam Brunfelt.April 12 at Noon — Local musician Paul Metsa.Announcing the "Love Your Library" fundraising campaign!This year the FRIENDS are celebrating Valentine's Day by participating in the Love Your Library campaign. ...
Mark Your Calendar!Thursday, February 16 at Noon — We love our library Book Lover’s Tea!Thursday, March 8 at Noon — Local history with Pam Brunfelt.April 12 at Noon — Local musician Paul Metsa.Announcing the "Love Your Library" fundraising campaign!This year the FRIENDS are celebrating Valentine's Day by participating in the Love Your Library campaign. ...
BRING SNOWBy the Pickup Truck!By the Bag or Box!Fill Your Coolers with CLEANSNOWDump it near the wood formsBRINGSNOWto ELY’sPARK!WHITESIDE........... ... More from Quad Cities Journal
BRING SNOWBy the Pickup Truck!By the Bag or Box!Fill Your Coolers with CLEANSNOWDump it near the wood formsBRINGSNOWto ELY’sPARK!WHITESIDE........... ... More from Quad Cities Journal
The Virginia Sustainability Task Force will be meeting on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at 5pm in the conference room #118 of the Northland Building located at 307 First Street South. ...
There will be no Virginia Sustainability Task Force Meeting on August 10, 2011. Meetings will resume on September 14, 2011. We look forward to seeing ...
