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Some days I can't get enough game time in to level up my character, Meowkins the 3rd, in Skyrim. My goal is to get to level 50 this month. I know; it's taken me forever to progress this far, over one year after the game's release. But when your Xbox goes all red-ring-of-death on you, what can one do but stare at the screen stunned at the experience of losing 60+ hours of thorough quest-completing game time. It's like severing a limb. Okay. Maybe not that bad, but still, I was rather sad to lose my progress.

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Erin's Top 5 Favorites on a Snow Day

Feeling the cabin fever already? Worry not – I have prepared a list of recommendations guaranteed to keep you happy during any possible future snow days.

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Check In @ Your Library - Teen Tech Week 2013

We invite you to Check In @ Your Library during YALSA’s Teen Tech Week ™.  Celebrate with us March 10th through 16th, 2013. MCPL is a hot spot, so check in and check out all the technology we offer.

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The Best of 2013

Sometimes it is hard to find a good book. No, not just a good book, but a GREAT book. That is why I love when the award books are announced! I get list of lots of different types of books to read that have people singing their praises. It makes me feel like a kid in a candy store!

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Off to College: Got Organization?

You know that awkward moment when you’re not sure whether you finally have free time or you’re just forgetting something? I’ve hit that, but I know I don’t have a thing left to do. Four years ago, I started my journey into University life, and now I’m a fully equipped English writing major with a Philosophy minor.

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Off to College - Preparing for the ACT/SAT

So, you're thinking about going to college -- maybe next year, maybe in a few years -- and everyone, from your parents to your teachers and counselors, is hounding you to get ready to take the ACT or the SAT. You know it's a requirement to get into most colleges these days, but these can be kind of scary tests, right? Never fear! Your Library is here!

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Unwholly by Neal Shusterman (Unwind Series, Book 2)

Did you LURVE (that's like love, but too intense to spell correctly) Unwind? Did you pine away waiting patiently for a sequel to come out? Did you write to Neal Shusterman begging for more about Connor, Risa, and Lev? Well, after five long years, our prayers have been answered.

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Gifts Made With Love: Project #2: Fleece Slippers

It is only a few weeks until the holidays, so I am in full-fledged creative mode. My projects seem to be going great, but it has been difficult to get into the proper mood for the season. I think the most likely culprit is the unseasonably warm weather.

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Group Projects - Bah Humbug!

My teachers are fond of group work. And as for me, I love to work in groups. But I’ve come to notice over the past few semesters that not everyone else feels the same way. Many people, as you may know, have had frustrating and terrible experiences—either in school groups or even in a work setting.

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The Hobbit

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