In an effort to solve the mystery of who inspired the Mona Lisa, Italian researchers have reached an agreement in principle with French cultural authorities to exhume the body of Leonardo da Vinci. His remains are interred at a chateau in the Loire Valley. If Leonardo’s skull is found, experts can recreate his face, and compare it [...]
Monday, January 25, 2010
For some inspiration– and reading material– take a look at the book display cart adjacent to the circulation desk at the Peninsula Center Library. You’ll find books about people who’ve made a difference in our world, who became the change they wanted to see in life, to paraphrase Gandhi.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
The American Heart Association has recently published a list of factors to be used in assessing cardiovascular health. Called “Life’s Simple 7,” they include smoking, weight, physical activity, diet, blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose. In conjunction with the guidelines, the AHA has created an online resource, “My Life Check,” to help people assess their heart health. [...]
Friday, January 15, 2010
The Palos Verdes Library District is pleased to announce the offering of eBooks through the OverDrive online resource in the EPUB format, a new standard recommended by the International Digital Publishing Forum (IDPF). These types of files can be checked out and added to your compatible computer or eBook reader using Adobe Digital Editions. Another [...]
Monday, January 11, 2010
French filmmaker Eric Rohmer, one of the founding members of post-war Europe’s realist New Wave cinema, died in Paris today at the age of 89. Rohmer’s movies often dealt with human relationships and were characterized by a subtle, understated style. His production company released 24 films over a 50 year career. Rohmer described his approach [...]
Monday, January 25, 2010
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