weather

Books on Weather, Nature, and Meteorology

Have you noticed the extremely unusual summer we\’re having? All of the crazy weather that Texas is experiencing has made me curious about meteorology and how meteorologists predict storms. Did you know that the Dick Smith Library has books on weather, nature, and meteorology? Stop by the library for a dry place to hang outContinue reading “Books on Weather, Nature, and Meteorology”

Safety First

With another round of snow and ice hitting the area, I thought these winter driving tips from AAA might be helpful. Accelerate and decelerate slowly.. Always look and steer where you want to go. Drive slowly Use your seat belt every time you get into your vehicle. …there are many more on the website. Continue reading “Safety First”

Tornadoes

Yep, it\’s that time of year again…the dreaded tornado weather. Are you ready for it? If not, the Library has some resources that might interest you. First, here\’s a guide for general information on emergency planning and recovery from natural disasters: Are You Ready? A Guide to Citizen Preparedness published by the Federal Emergency ManagementContinue reading “Tornadoes”

Top Ten Tuesday: 10 Easy Ways to Conserve H2O

With the current drought conditions in Texas and most other southern states, conserving water has become an urgent need, and it\’s a need that each of us can take steps to address.For starters, check out the eBay Green Team\’s 10 easy water-saving tips that can “significantly cut back on the 80 gallons of H2O thatContinue reading “Top Ten Tuesday: 10 Easy Ways to Conserve H2O”

Top Ten Tuesday – 10 things to do in the library when it\’s snowing…

All the snow this year has really been something. It makes you want to stay indoors. The Library is nice and warm so I thought I would post 10 things to do at the Dick Smith Library while it is snowing outside! Stay warm and dry Go ahead and start your research BEFORE it isContinue reading “Top Ten Tuesday – 10 things to do in the library when it\’s snowing…”

Tarleton Thursdays: Did You Know?

Snowy days on the Tarleton Campus This house, built in 1917 for Dean Cox, was used until 1923 when the new President’s House, now the Trogdon House, was built. This house was then used as the Senior Girl’s residence. The left side of the image shows a girl\’s dorm, Lewis Hall, being constructed. The SeniorContinue reading “Tarleton Thursdays: Did You Know?”

Weather and Road Conditions

With the icy weather the past couple days, you might want to bookmark a few of the following websites. Dick Smith Library staff have been updating a number of our selected Internet Resources pages, including our Weather Internet Links. From here you can link to websites to get current weather conditions for Stephenville or otherContinue reading “Weather and Road Conditions”

Whew! It\’s HOT! Do you know how your Grandma is?

Given the weather we have been having, it behooves us to review symptoms of heat stress. Perhaps you have been visiting with your relatives. If you think an aunt or uncle or grandparent is not behaving normally, perhaps the heat is taking a toll. Take a look at the symptoms, and be prepared to helpContinue reading “Whew! It\’s HOT! Do you know how your Grandma is?”