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Circa 1907-1909 The Trull Hospital, Biddeford's first hospital, was opened on May Street in June of 1900. At the time it was built the medical profession was divided into two camps, allopathic and homeopathic. The Trull hospital was the first homeopathic hospital opened in Maine. It was named after Dr. Frank J. Trull, its founder. The hospital burned down in 1906 but was quickly rebuilt. A nursing school was also run out of the hospital while it was in operation. Sometime before its closure the hospital operated as a convalescent home.
Feb 12
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February Break is nearly here! Mark your calendars and plan to join us all week long for fun in the Children's Room!
Feb 12
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Keep bringing in those Winter Reading Challenge Bingo sheets! And remember, looking up a book on our catalog computer counts as one of the squares you can check off. Not sure how to do that? Just ask! We’d be happy to walk you through the process! There's still time to sign up, our Winter Reading Challenge goes until March 12th. Stop by the desk upstairs to sign up and grab your bingo card.
Feb 10
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It’s been said that using sign language with babies can: - reduce frustration (for babies and their caregivers) - increase vocabulary and comprehension (hello, early literacy skills!) - strengthen bonding and social skills … and much more! Have you tried baby sign language with your little ones? We’d love to hear about your experience! Check out more books like this one, "My First Book of Baby Signs" by Lane Rebelo, in our Parent Resource Section. https://minerva.maine.edu/record=b4004170~S21
Feb 9
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Reminder that Wednesday is Bookworm's Afternoon! Bring your kids by to craft a Love Bug with Ms. Jenn, hear music from Ms. Jenna, and meet Ms. Carrow's dinosaur friend!
Feb 9
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Did you know the library has snowshoes you can borrow from our Recreation Collection? We think outdoor fun should be accessible to everyone, no matter your budget. Grab one of these cards upstairs to check them out! Available in a variety of sizes.
Feb 8
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