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Publisher: San Francisco Public Library (SFPL) The Wallace Stegner Environmental Center 
 Information about the author of "Angle of Repose" and the environmental center, whose purpose "is not only to inspire understanding and appreciation of the natural world and global environment, but to provide a focal point for informed activism." Includes a link to the full text of Stegner's "Wilderness Letter," recommended titles by other authors, and an activism page with links to environmental organizations. The center is part of the San Francisco Public Library. http://sfpl4.sfpl.org/librarylocations/main/envir/envir.htm Topics: Literary Movements and Periods Last updated Feb 1, 2006 Amusing America
The online companion to an exhibit located on Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco. It presents "the story of participatory commercial amusements in American cities--San Francisco in particular--and how they changed the way Americans lived." The site features images and information about San Francisco's Playland at the Beach, Woodward's Gardens, the Cliff House, and the Sutro Baths. From the San Francisco Museum and Historical Society and the San Francisco Public Library. http://sfpl.lib.ca.us/news/onlineexhibits/amusing/ Topics: Recreation Last updated May 29, 2005 James C. Hormel Gay & Lesbian Center
"The James C. Hormel Gay & Lesbian Center is the gateway to collections documenting gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered (GLBT) history and culture, with a special emphasis on the San Francisco Bay Area. In addition to books, periodical, and archival collections, the Center sponsors changing exhibitions and public programs." Includes resource links on GLBT demographics, book lists, and local and national sites. Part of the San Francisco Public Library. http://sfpl4.sfpl.org/librarylocations/main/glc/glc.htm Topics: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgendered People, Libraries & Archives by Type, Notable People, Social Science Last updated Jun 29, 2005 It's a Spoon Not a Shovel: Etiquette Books for Children
This book list suggests etiquette titles for children, including both serious and humorous selections. From the San Francisco Public Library (SFPL). http://sfpl.lib.ca.us/sfplonline/kids/booklists/spoon-not-shovel.htm Topics: Children's Literature, Society & Social Science Last updated Jul 9, 2008 United States Citizenship Resources
"Multilingual guides, exam practice questions and community resources" for the new U.S. citizenship exam (starting October 2008). Includes material in English, Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Russian on topics such as organizations that can help with citizenship, English as a Second Language (ESL) providers, and the naturalization process. From the San Francisco Public Library (SFPL). http://sfpl.org/citizenship/ Topics: Emigration & Immigration Last updated Oct 27, 2008 |
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