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Literary Loves – WEB EXCLUSIVE

Posted on June 27, 2016June 27, 2016
story byMegan Whitehead

Stuart Murphy is an energetic, community-minded Jefferson City leader, who serves on the Missouri River Regional Library Board, the YMCA Board and the Parks and Recreation Commission. By Claudia Schoonover Stu (as he prefers…

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Book Review: Literary Loves

Posted on April 26, 2016April 27, 2016
story byJefferson City Magazine Staff

Heather Feeler adores a good story. She also enjoys writing, hiking, laughing and hanging out with her secretly incredible family. DID YOU READ AS A KID? I always had my…

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Literary Loves of Ellen Rutledge

Posted on February 24, 2016March 24, 2016
story byClaudia Schoonover

WHAT ARE YOU READING RIGHT NOW? I just finished reading “Circling the Sun” by Paula McLain. It is tied to “Out of Africa,” and I like stories that round out…

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Literary Loves

Posted on December 28, 2015December 27, 2015
story byJefferson City Magazine Staff

Claudia Schoonover, Missouri River Regional Library director, shares her passion for reading and a few favorite writers who inspire her. WHAT HAVE YOU READ LATELY THAT YOU LOVE? I keep…

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Holiday Nostalgia

Posted on November 1, 2013October 31, 2013
story byMegan Whitehead

Review by Claudia Schoonover I was fortunate enough some years ago to help someone on the library’s reference desk who was searching our shelves for these stories. The patron explained…

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Enhancing Traditions around the Table

Posted on September 4, 2013September 4, 2013
story byJill Bednar

If you love decorating, cooking or entertaining, this is the cookbook series for you or the perfect gift for someone cherished. Author and decorating guru Michelle Huxtable made this more…

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Building a Better Business – Review of Patrick Lencioni’s The Advantage

Posted on July 4, 2013August 30, 2019
story byJefferson City Magazine Staff

I am an avid reader. I read everything I get my hands on — especially as it relates to business. However, I also happen to be picky about what I…

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