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Brazil Times Historical Society presenting history, genealogy conference Evansville Courier & Press Willard book sale ready to check out Fort Wayne News-Sentinel NE Indiana Playwright Festival showcases writing talent Greencastle Banner-Graphic PCPL: Make a splash at your library Greene County Daily World Worthington Library hosts summer reading program Indianapolis Star Library delays decision on fate of 6 branches Indianapolis Star Retired librarian receives state award Indianapolis Star Greenfield library prepares for mural project Monticello Herald Journal Library sets adult summer reading program Monticello Herald Journal Reading important over summer break Muncie Star Press Plunge into cool summer reading programs South Bend Tribune Public meetings set to discuss possible LaSalle closure South Bend Tribune New branch manager planning changes South Bend Tribune St. Joe Co. Library weighs closing near-northwest site WDRB-TV (Louisville) Jeffersonville landmark seeking tenant WNDU-TV (South Bend) Local libraries holding balloon-twisting classes
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Have Great Ideas? Pepsi Wants You to Share Them
Pepsi is now accepting great ideas from individuals, organizations like libraries, and companies as part of its Pepsi Refresh Project. Each month, Pepsi gives out up to 1.3 million in grants, including two grants at the $250,000 level; 10 Grants at the $50,000 level; 10 Grants at the $25,000 level; and 10 Grants at the $5,000 level. Pepsi is accepting up to 1,000 new ideas per month that will be eligible for voting. The deadline to submit your idea is June 15th in order to be eligible for the next voting period (July 1 - July 31). Nearly 100 ideas from libraries nationwide have already been submitted, including a few from Indiana like this idea from the Franklin County Public Library District. Even if you don't submit an idea, please support Indiana libraries by voting for their ideas and encourage others to do the same. Civil War Soldiers Database Added to Digital Archives
Compilation of the Indiana Civil War Soldiers Database began in 1913 when the Indiana General Assembly appropriated $4,700 for a comprehensive index detailing the service of Indiana Civil War soldiers. The Indiana Digital Archives has now published the information online. Each record contains information about a soldier’s age, muster in and out dates and location, company, regiment, and any additional available notes. These notes may include ranks, transfers, desertion information, punishment, mortality status and cavalry or battery unit. The Civil War Soldiers Database, like all records in the Indiana Digital Archives, has several search features designed to enhance the customer’s experience. The People Search feature allows patrons to enter a surname and search through over 2 million records in 20 different collections in just seconds. More targeted research can be performed by choosing one of several variables and data limiters available through the “Detailed Search” option. Remember to visit IndianaDigitalArchives.org often as its online platform is continually updated with new indices and resources. A complete list of collections available online. Please contact an Indiana State Archives collection specialist at (317) 591-5222 or arc@icpr.in.gov for research assistance if you experience difficulty locating specific items or for additional information on records found within the Digital Archives. Once a record is located online patrons can request copies through email. -------------------------------- Register Today for INSPIRE Summer Workshops through WebJunction Indiana |
