Fun Distraction: NASAs View of Earth, as Music

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Image of the Earth from space with text reading "Listen to NASA's view of Earth as music"

Discover: NASAs View of Earth, as Music
https://youtu.be/UU-wmSEPiqw

Discover what NASA’s Earth data sounds like when it’s turned into music. With each passing Earth Day, the drums get louder. Every sound and instrument tell a story.

The higher the pitch of the music, the more data collected from NASA Earth science missions. The guitar represents the mission launches. The orchestra is split up based on the field of each mission:

Strings = Atmosphere
High Woodwinds = Geosphere
Low Woodwinds = Hydrosphere
High Brass = Cryosphere
Low Brass = Biosphere

Check out more on …
NASA’s Curious Universe Podcast:
https://www.nasa.gov/curiousuniverse

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Virtual PAWS for Stress Relief

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Image of a dog singing for PAWS for Stress Relief

Don’t stress over finals!
… Visit the “Virtual PAWS for Stress Relief” guide for a quick diversion or an hour long distraction.

We have …
cute pet photo galleries
local outdoor destinations
exercise & meditation
guilty pleasures
virtual entertainment
online games
ideas for offline activities
… and even links for tutoring, advising, and more!

Visit: https://tiny.cc/cortlandpaws

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Thank You Student Workers!

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Memorial Library depends upon our Student Workers for our service to the SUNY Cortland Community. During the COVID-19 crisis, we have depended upon them more than ever.

We would like to salute all of the Students who have assisted us during the past year. Without their help, many of the services that we offer would have been limited so THANK YOU!

We would also like to recognize those who will be graduating and leaving us soon for a much wider world. Congratulations and Good Luck!!!

Return Your Library Materials

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ILL Books

Here are the ways to return your library materials whether you are on campus or away from campus.

  • All outstanding book loans can be returned using the bookdrop located just outside the front entrance.
  • Books can be returned to other SUNY campuses if they have a bookdrop available.
  • If you are not on campus for the semester (or have other concerns) please send an email to library@cortland.edu to discuss your specific situation, including fines on overdue notices.
  • Items that are returned (particularly ILL items) will not come off your account until we are able to process them. You will not be fined for late items in this circumstance.

Visit the Memorial Library’s COVID-19 Guide
https://cortland.libguides.com/COVID-19

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Fun Distraction: Coffee Tasting

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Did you know that you can do coffee tastings and it’s called Coffee Cupping? Coffee Mania’s Coffee Tasting videos with Mandy will teach you all about it!

Watch Mandy’s introduction video to Coffee Cupping – https://youtu.be/uto2WGBQKgs

Or watch the entire Coffee Cupping series – https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp5RknJ24WSZgcq1huT_xYaOrgauia4qa

Find Coffee Mania …
Online – https://www.cnycoffee.com
Facebook – https://m.facebook.com/coffeemania13045
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/coffeemania607
Twitter – https://twitter.com/coffeemania

If you want to purchase a Coffee Cupping Kit, they are for sale at Coffee Mania’s Origins store located on Route 281 in Homer, NY or online from their web store.

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Fun Distraction: Cornell Bird Feeder

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Image from the video feed for Cornell's Bird Feeder camera of four birds at the feeder

Relax while watching and listening to the sounds of Sapsucker Woods and the wild bird feeders at the Cornell Ornithology Lab in Ithaca, NY.

Cornell FeederWatch Cam: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/cams/cornell-lab-feederwatch

This busy feeder will not disappoint. And if you have pet cats, it makes the perfect CatTV. Stream it to your television and enjoy the antics of your kitties enjoying wild birds in the comfort of your home.

Links to many more bird cams are available as well: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/cams

Owls, Hawks, Water fowl, Tropical birds and more

Also check out the live Cornell Bird Cams from the Cornell Ornithology Lab on …
Facebook – https://m.facebook.com/birdcams/
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/cornellbirdcams
Twitter – https://twitter.com/birdcams

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Drop-In Research Q&A Sessions: Science, History, Philosophy, Sport Management, Physical Education, & Recreation

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Memorial Library is offering a series of targeted drop-in sessions to help you with your research this semester.

This week’s featured topics are:

  • Science with Hilary Wong, 5/3 1-3pm and 5/4 10am-12pm. Join via Webex
  • History and Philosophy with Jeremy Pekarek, 5/5 10am-12pm. Join via Webex
  • Sport Management, Physical Education, & Recreation with Rick Powell, 5/6 2-4pm. Join via Webex

Image of Hilary Wong  Image of Jeremy Pekarek  Image of Rick Powell

Video chat with librarians Hilary, Jeremy, or Rick for help with these (or other) research topics. No appointment necessary. They can help you find, evaluate, and cite resources.

Have a question but need a different time? Please sign up for a Research Help Appointment or get drop-in help at the Research Help Desk.

Other librarians are available at the following times:
• Monday-Wednesday 10am-6pm
• Saturdays 10am-6pm.
Research Help is also available online 24/7, in myRedDragon and wherever you see the Ask a Librarian chat button.

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Save time and level up your research: ask a librarian!

COVID Time Capsule Collection and Reflection Week at Memorial Library May 3 – May 7, 2021

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COVID-19 has affected us all in many ways. These shared and unique experiences should be preserved for research, reflection, and understanding how we are making it through these tough times.

The university is looking to preserve the history of the COVID-19 era on campus, both as a service to future scholarship and also as a time capsule that will be opened during the university’s bicentennial celebration in 2068. You can contribute to this important project by dropping off donations!

Potential items to donate may include:

  • Photographs
  • Projects and research related to COVID-19
  • Personal statements or recollections of this period (like diary/journal entries for example)
  • Physical artifacts, i.e., masks, posters, etc.

How and When to Donate:
You may drop off items in the Memorial Library building at the Help Center desk. This event will take place during the last week of classes (Monday 5/3 – Friday 5/7). Please note that Memorial Library is currently restricted to those with a valid Cortland ID card.

If you prefer to submit something digitally for consideration, please use this online form.

“Library Graffiti Board”
Upon arriving at Memorial Library, you may also write a message on the “Library Graffiti Board.” This is available when entering the building. The “Graffiti Board” allows you to express yourself through words or art reflecting on experiences at Cortland during COVID-19. These messages will be preserved and included in the Time Capsule project as well.

If you have questions on how/what you can contribute to the Time Capsule please contact the College Archives at Library.Archives@cortland.edu.

Fun Distraction: Finger Lakes Land Trust

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Images of the Finger Lakes Land Trust: a nature presebe, map of the Finger Lakes area

What to take a hike or a bike ride? Or bring a kayak somewhere new? Check out the Finger Lakes Land Trust to find a nature preserve in the area.

“You can explore over 35 nature preserves conserved by the Finger Lakes Land Trust. They are free and open to the public for quiet recreation. See our interactive map … to find new places for hiking, paddling, birding, and family outings.”

Also on …
Facebook – https://m.facebook.com/FingerLakesLandTrust
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/fingerlakeslandtrust
Twitter – https://twitter.com/FLLandTrust

Visit SUNY Cortland’s Outdoor Pursuits Gear Rental Center to rent canoes, kayaks, paddle boards, hiking gear, mountain bikes and many other things to use when you visit the Finger Lakes nature preserves.

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Fun Distraction: Skywatching

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Image from NASA's Solar System Exploration website depicting a view of a night's sky

Take a walk after dark and check out the night sky. Did you know that April 26th was the peak of the pink supermoon?

NASA provides a great guide to keep you informed of “What’s Up” in the night sky called …

“What’s Up: Skywatching Tips from NASA”
https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/whats-up-skywatching-tips-from-nasa/

Want to learn more about the 𝓟𝓲𝓷𝓴 𝓢𝓾𝓹𝓮𝓻𝓶𝓸𝓸𝓷?
https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/news/1818/the-next-full-moon-is-a-supermoon-pink-moon/

NASA is also available on …
Facebook – https://m.facebook.com/NASA
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/nasa
Twitter –
NASA Moon – https://twitter.com/nasamoon
NASA Mars – https://twitter.com/nasamars

Check out NASA’s What’s Up video series on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTiv_XWHnOZrT_ppDGiT__fI3yjD4t7dI

Remember when you are out after dark to … LOOK UP!

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