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There are a number of free online tools available for getting organized. Check them out.

• Backpack - “Gather your ideas, to-dos, notes, photos and files online. Set email and mobile reminders.” This nifty site lets you plan trips, track research and organize that shopping list.


• Netvibes – A “customizable web 2.0 homepage solution” that allows you to create a personalized page with the news searches and feeds you choose.


• Ta-da Lists - Create to-do lists you can share.
  

As Thanksgiving approaches, it’s time for another Library research game. Take your shot at Turkey Trivia and maybe you’ll win yourself a prize.

The drawing will be held November 22nd at Noon.

Here are the questions:

1. Date of the first Thanksgiving?


2. Length of the first Thanksgiving?


3. Number of passengers on the Mayflower?


4. Name one male and one female who took part in the first Thanksgiving.


5. Name the native tribe that celebrated with the Pilgrims.


6. Name two traditional foods that were not served at the first feast.


7. Name two non-traditional foods that were on the menu.


8. Who petitioned Lincoln to make Thanksgiving a holiday?


9. Which President set the date for Thanksgiving as the 4th Thursday in November?


10. Why is the 4th Thursday in November good for the U.S. economy?

Congratulations to Melinda McAndrew a senior Elementary Education major from Starlight, PA. Melinda correctly identified Anthony Perkins as the mystery figure featured in the Library’s Halloween research contest.