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MARION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY’S QUARTERLY NEWSMAGAZINE VOLUME 11 | ISSUE 2 | SUMMER 2019

SUMMER READING PROGRAM wordsMarion County Public Library’s Quarterly Newsmagazine Volume 11 | Issue 2 | Summer 2019 a Marion County Public Library 2720 East Silver Springs Blvd. word Ocala, Florida 34470 352-671 -8551 FROM THE email: [email protected] website: library.marioncountyfl.org DIRECTOR Library Director: Julie Sieg By Julie Sieg Publisher: The Friends of The Director, Marion County Ocala Public Library Public Library System Editor: Karen M. Jensen Writers: Jerome Azbell, Suzanne Brown, Pat Lakin, Scott The Potential of Sci-Fi Mason, Susan Reynolds Photos: Pat Lakin I love ! One reason I love science fiction is because when one opens a sci-fi book, the possibilities are seemingly endless. Not only ON THE COVER: can the setting and scenery, language and physical attributes, capabilities and limitations, as well as the timeline, be anything one can imagine but the storyline can mimic any one of the many traditional such as mystery, , drama or romance. Obviously I am not an author but, in my opinion, writing science fiction could be at the same time the most challenging yet the easiest type of fiction to write. Imagine how liberating it would be to have a completely blank page and be able to create whole new worlds, languages, species, etc., with limitless potential. When I began my career 35 years ago, there was limitless potential in science fiction writings but I don’t recall so many labels defining science fiction. Thirty- five years ago we seemed to simply have science fiction or sci-fi. Maybe I was just ill-informed. Today there are so many subgenres of science fiction such as (futuristic biological technology), (futuristic elements set during the era of diesel technology), (AI) and (futuristic elements set during the steam engine era). There is also apocalyptic and post- apocalyptic science fiction. These may lead up to an apocalyptic event or take place far after an event. They may be technology free or technology rich after significant time has passed from the event. Cause for an apocalyptic event A world of discovery awaits at ranges from war or pandemic to technological or ecological disaster. Among your public library this summer as a numerous remaining science fiction subgenres are space operas and space “Universe of Stories” unfolds. westerns. Did you know that “” is considered a ? Check out this issue for information One thing science fiction isn’t: it’s not . Much has been written about about the summer reading program, the separation between science fiction and fantasy. To quote author Orson summer breakspots and more! Scott Card, “Science fiction is about what could be but isn’t; fantasy is about The Marion County Public Library System is a what couldn’t be.” department of the Marion County Board of County Commissioners and is funded by them through general funds. The WORDS newsmagazine is funded by the Friends of the Ocala Public Library, Inc.

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2 words Summer 2019 A Universe of Children’s Books BLAST OFF AT OUR SUMMER READING PROGRAM BY JEROME ABZELL

his summer your public library system will be reaching beyond the clouds to inspire Tchildren’s imaginations. With any of the following books in hand, they’ll be exploring the reaches of space, spending hours with real astronauts and maybe even discovering a few aliens. Join us for “A Universe of Stories.”

THE STUFF OF STARS BY MARION DANE BAUER Beginning at the birth of the universe and following a trail of stardust, readers discover the wonder of what lives inside them. Powered by full-page paintings, this book celebrates the connections between life on this planet and the stuff of the cosmos above.

TINY LITTLE ROCKET BY RICHARD COLLINGRIDGE Every year a small rocket leaves Earth, with one small seat and one big mission. Beautiful illustrations give young readers an idea of just how big their universe really is as they follow this tiny rocket through space. I LOVE YOU, MICHAEL COLLINS BY LAUREN BARATZ-LOGSTED Everyone in Mamie’s class writes a letter to Neil Armstrong or Buzz Aldrin before the launch of Apollo 11. Mamie, though, chooses to write to Michael Collins, the only member of the crew who will stay with the ship instead of going to the moon’s surface. When her family begins to fall apart around her, Mamie wonders why she, like Collins, seems to be the only one staying behind.

library.marioncountyfl.org words 3 4 include anadorablethree-headedscienceexperiment. and saveeverythingtheylove—whichmayornot the twobestfriendsgoonamissiontodiscovercause outages threatenlife onthespacestationwheretheylive, Jones isabitof Whenstrangepower amadscientist. BY MOLLY BROOKS & TALLULAHSANITY message towhoevermightbeouttherelisten. records histhoughtsduringaroadtriptosend Armed withhisspray-paintedGoldeniPod, Alex old Alexplanstoemulatehisidolanddothesame. Record filledwithsoundsfromEarth. Now 11-year- Carl Sagansuggestedthatitshouldtake aGolden BY JACK CHENG YOUSEE THE IN COSMOS Tallulah Vega isapreteenwholovesadventure.Sanity When theoriginalVoyager probewentinto space words times and public locations. library dates, BreakSpot Summer the represents schedule to children and teens 18 and younger. The following Summer Food Service Program/Summer BreakSpot, USDA by the funded meals, nutritious hot free, provide to Church of God Assembly Shores with partner again The Marion County Public Library System will once SYSTEM LIBRARY PUBLIC COUNTY TORETURNS THE MARION USDA FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM

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the skyandbeyond. serves asanexampletoanyonewhowantsreachfor Her storyof family, the USA. lossandperseverance Propulsion LaboratoryandtheCEOof GirlScoutsof and becamearocket scientist attheNASAJet with anengineeringdegreefromStanford University rarely becameengineers,SylviaAcevedograduated BY SYLVIA ACEVEDO SCOUT TOGIRL ROCKET SCIENTIST PATH TO THE STARS: MY FROM JOURNEY people aroundtheworldfor over50 years. the photographtheytookof thatmomenthasinspired and RisinginthebackgroundtheysawEarth, moon. Apollo 8werecompletingtheirfourth orbitof the BY JAMES GLADSTONE THAT THE WORLD CHANGED EARTHRISE: A daughterof immigrantsborn inatimewhengirls On December 24, 1968, the three astronauts aboard On December24,1968,thethreeastronautsaboard Mondays, noon, Library Public Reddick 12:30 p.m., Thursdays, PublicHeadquarters-Ocala Library Wednesdays, noon, Freedom Public Library 12:30 p.m.,Fridays, Forest Public Library noon, Fridays, PublicDunnellon Library noon, Tuesdays, Library Public Belleview APOLLO THE PHOTO 8AND June 7-July 26 June 3-July 22 June 4-Aug. 6 4-Aug. June June 7-July 26 -July 10 June 6-July 18 18 6-July June

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he public library is all about a world of story. The story culminates with the ultimate endgame, discovery. Let us help you discover whole, what happens when the “spice must flow?” Tnew worlds with this year’s summer reading , ’s winning program theme, A Universe of Stories. The theme debut novel masterfully blends offers the perfect opportunity to explore some with a story line. What happens books that can transport readers to other worlds, when a military spaceship AI is forced to commandeer galaxies and even different realities. a human body? A story asking what it really means to This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo be human. Can the sum become more than just the Belleview Public Library moon landing, but what if humankind had continued parts? What is revenge and what is justice? Tuesdays, noon, June 4-Aug. 6 to venture to the moon? That is the setting for Andy Coming back to earth with Station Eleven, it is the Dunnellon Public Library Weir’s novel Artemis, a fast paced set in a end of the world as we know it. Emily St. John Man- Fridays, noon, June 7-July 26 moon-based city where, despite technological ad- del’s story about a pandemic apocalypse is more than Forest Public Library vances and wealth, corporate espionage and greed a simple survival story. The book weaves an intercon- Fridays, 12:30 p.m., June 7-July 26 still exist. Will everyone die in Artemis or can courier- nected story of five individuals moving back and for- smuggler protagonist Jazz Bashara save the only Freedom Public Library ward over a 15-year period. How do you create culture Wednesdays, noon, June 5-July 10 home she has ever known? and meaning in a world no longer recognizable? It is Light years away from our moon on the dessert planet the astonishing beauty in unexpected moments that Headquarters-Ocala Public Library of Arrakis is the setting for the coming of age story of lift this book from a typical apocalyptic tale to a book Thursdays, 12:30 p.m., June 6-July 18 (No service July 4) Paul Atreides or Muad’Dib in ’s space that will haunt you long after reading it. Reddick Public Library opera classic . Dune is the story of empires fight- A Universe of Stories awaits you at your public Mondays, noon, June 3-July 22 ing for the most precious of commodities in the universe, library! Check with one of our library staff who will “Spice,” which is only found on Arrakis. Herbert expertly help you find just the right book, whether it pertains to weaves political intrigue, prophetic visions and environ- an , adventure in space or a galaxy far,

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All library programsSPOTLIGHT are free and open to the public. Registration/tickets may be required. Summer BreakSpots Give yourself a break! Free nutritious meals are provided to children 18 years old and younger. USDA sponsored in partnership with Shores Assembly of God Church. *No service Thursday, July 4. Headquarters-Ocala Thursdays, June 6-July 18, 12:30 p.m.* Belleview Public Library Tuesdays, June 4-Aug. 6, noon Dunnellon Public Library Fridays, June 7-July 26, noon Forest Public Library Fridays, June 7-July 26, 12:30 p.m. Freedom Public Library Wednesdays, June 5-July 10, noon Reddick Public Library Mondays, June 3-July 22, noon Community Conversations Topic: It’s All About Space Where were you on July 20, 1969, when astronaut Neil Armstrong first walked on the moon? Where were you on Jan. 28, 1986, during the Challenger disaster? All are welcome to share thoughts in this open environment. Adults. Marion Oaks Public Library Tuesday, June 25, 11 a.m. Headquarters-Ocala Saturday, July 20, 11 a.m. Dunnellon Public Library Saturday, July 20, 1 p.m. SPECIAL EVENTS MARION COUNTY READS Finders Keepers Summer Program Blast Off! Get a head start on summer reading Visit any library location, check There’s treasure hidden at each library location! Find one of our with stories, games and lots of fun. out library materials and get a Co-sponsored by Publix Super Markets, Inc. treasure-packed geocaches and chance to win a gift certificate from Forest Public Library earn a chance to win a prize Barnes & Noble. Prize drawing will Wednesday, June 5, 2:30 p.m. pack! View the Marion County be held on Friday, July 26, at the Community Job Fair Headquarters-Ocala location. One Public Library System’s geocache holdings at www.geocaching. Looking for a career opportunity? entry per library card per visit is Bring your resume and meet allowed. Prize winners will be notified. com or ask a librarian about getting started. The hunt is on! with possible employers. All ages, all library locations. Sponsored by the City of Belleview. June 1-July 31 Belleview Public Library All library locations. Wednesday, July 17, 11 a.m.-2p.m.

6 words Summer 2019 Pokémon Party! SPECIAL SPEAKERS Summer Scoop Calling all Pokémon trainers! Bring We all scream for ice cream! Enjoy your cards, toys and mobile devices Cheryl Floyd, Storyteller a scoop as you get the scoop Take a trip to Cajun country as to celebrate the third anniversary on the history of ice cream from Floyd reaches into her southern of Pokémon Go! Free Pokémon aficionado Jim Phillips. History was Louisiana roots to weave stories that comics available while supplies last. never so sweet! All ages welcome. Co-sponsored by Geek Out. will please your ear and ignite your imagination. Laissez les bons temps Reddick Public Library Headquarters-Ocala Wednesday, July 17, 2 p.m. Saturday, July 20, 2 p.m. (et les bonnes histoires) rouler! Marion Oaks Public Library Belleview Public Library Thursday, July 18, 2 p.m. Community Cares Thursday, June 20, 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Car seats, senior car checks, radio car racing, crafts and more! Roger Blanton CHILDREN Co-sponsored by the Marion County Sheriff’s Dept. “Running through the Storm” Story Time From Space Dunnellon Public Library Local author, Roger Blanton, Listen to stories read by astronauts Saturday, Aug. 3, noon provides insight into his writing as they float around in outer space! processes and inspirations. Presented by the Global Space Education Foundation. Dunnellon Public Library Tuesday, July 9, 1 p.m. Reddick Public Library Tuesdays, June 4-July 23, 1 p.m. Jeremy Evans, Storyteller Dunnellon Public Library Launch into the universe of stories. Wednesdays, June 5-July 31, 11 a.m. Belleview Public Library Belleview Public Library Thursday, July 25, 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Thursday, June 27, 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Marian Rizzo “Angela’s Treasures” Ready to Read: Pick up a few key tips about Zero to Three Expo writing from author, freelance Discover services for parents correspondent and Pulitzer and children provided by Prize nominee Marian Rizzo local organizations. Activities, as she presents her novel of a education and fun! woman and her daughter sorting For parents and caregivers of through a lifetime of memories. children ages birth-3 years. Forest Public Library Headquarters-Ocala Saturday, Aug. 3, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Reddick Public Library Friday, Aug. 9, noon. Brown Bag Luncheon Mark Wade, Ventriloquist SPECIAL PROGRAMS Co-founder of the International Explore Your Universe Ventriloquist Society and Take a virtual trip visiting the hailed as America’s foremost celestial wonders of the cosmos children’s ventriloquist, Wade with Derek Demeter, director of is sure to delight all ages with the Emil Buehler Planetarium at his tongue-in-cheek antics. Seminole State College. Experience Freedom Public Library a hands-on display of space-related Wednesday, June 5, 1 p.m. items and, if weather permits, a Ready Jet Go! view through a solar telescope! Celebrate the 50th Anniversary Headquarters-Ocala of the Apollo 11 moon landing with Tuesday, July 2, 2 p.m. staff from WUCF and PBS KIDS. Forest Public Library Headquarters-Ocala Wednesday, July 3, 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, 2 p.m. Belleview Public Library Ages 5-12 with caregivers. Thursday, July 18, 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.

library.marioncountyfl.org words 7 PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT PROGRAM HEADQUARTERS- DoDad’s Lab OCALA Be wowed by Professor 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd. DoDad as he demonstrates Ocala, FL 34470 the science of space. 352-671-8551 Programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Headquarters-Ocala Ocala Public Library. Tuesday, July 16, 2 p.m. Ages 5-12 with caregivers. Summer BreakSpot Thursdays, 12:30 p.m. TEENS June 6-July 18* *No service July 4. Free meals for ages 18 and younger. See Program Spotlight for other locations. Community Conversation Topic: It’s All About Space Saturday, July 20, 11 a.m. Adults. See Program Spotlight for more information and Stranger Things: Waffles and other locations. Dungeons & Dragons SPECIAL EVENTS Rockets to the Rescue! Celebrate the return of “Stranger See Program Spotlight. Use rocket science to solve Things” and enjoy Eleven’s challenges. It’s a blast! Pokémon Party! favorite snack and paint free D&D Saturday, July 20, 2 p.m. Presented by UF/IFAS Extension mini-figures (while supplies last). Services Marion County. Ready to Read: Freedom Public Library Co-sponsored by Geek Out. Wednesday, June 19, 1 p.m. Headquarters-Ocala Zero to Three Expo Saturday, June 29, 2 p.m. Ages 13-adult. Saturday, Aug. 17, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Marion Oaks Public Library Parents and caregivers of children, birth-age 3. Thursday, June 20, 2 p.m. From Space Reddick Public Library Outpost 520 SPECIAL PROGRAMS Monday, July 8, 11 a.m. Can you find the clues and Escape Rooms: Forest Public Library Wednesday, July 10, 2:30 p.m. avoid capture by aliens? Out of This World Marion Oaks Public Library Thursdays, 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, 4 p.m. Ages 13-adult. Use your wits and deductive skills to ESPECIALLY solve puzzles and decipher clues! FOR ADULTS June 13 Lost in Space Native American Astronomy: July 11 So You Want to Work at NASA? Windows to the Universe Make Your Own Zine Librarian Taylor Benson leads a Thursday, June 20, 5 p.m. discussion of archaeoastronomy, Ages 13-adult. the study of how people Stop by and learn how to make your own zine, a do-it-yourself publication Mercury & Sirius of the past understood the stars and the sky. that can be made and shared by Friendship makes the world anyone. Materials provided. go ’round and therapy horse Headquarters-Ocala Mercury and her best friend and Sunday, June 30, 2 p.m. Stranger Things: Waffles and canine buddy Sirius provide the Copacabana Rhythms With Dungeons & Dragons warmest love on the planet. Mike and Jessica Matthews Saturday, June 29, 2 p.m. Presented by Gentle Ages 13-adult. Miniature Therapy Horses. Enjoy the smooth and sultry See Program Spotlight. sounds of this exceptional Belleview Public Library Thursday, July 11, 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. musical duo as you relive Native American Astronomy: Headquarters-Ocala the vibe of 1950s Copa. Windows to the Universe Saturday, July 20, 2 p.m. Dunnellon Public Library Sunday, June 30, 2 p.m. Adults. Ages 5-12 with caregivers. Saturday, July 6, 4 p.m. See Program Spotlight.

8 words Summer 2019 CHILDREN Genealogy Help Center June 10, July 8 Wednesday, June 5, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Share your talents. All skill levels Ages 5-12 with caregivers, unless noted. Genealogy gurus from the Marion welcome. Star Stories: Greek Myths County Genealogical Society assist FABLAB: Space Edition Tuesday, June 4, 2 p.m. with your search. Make Believe Theater’s Katie Adams Wednesday, June 12, 5 p.m. Create something out of this world! presents constellation stories Technology Help Center through shadow puppets. Wednesdays, 2-3:30 p.m. YALLA! June 5-July 31 Tuesdays, 5 p.m. Ready Jet Go! Bring your device and drop in! June 25, July 23, Aug. 27 Tuesday, June 18, 2 p.m. Be a part of the library experience! See Program Spotlight. Crafternoons Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. Earn volunteer hours for service. Explore Your Universe With Registration required. Derek Demeter Get in touch with the right side of your Geekfest! Tuesday, July 2, 2 p.m. brain! Call 352-671-8551 to register. and Comic Club See Program Spotlight. June 5 Découpage With Domina Wednesdays, 4:30 p.m. July 3 Galactic Pen Holders June 26, July 24 DoDad’s Lab Explore pop culture and comics with Tuesday, July 16, 2 p.m. See Program Spotlight. fellow fans. Going Bananas in the Universe! Ready, Set, Soar! Wednesday, July 17, 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 17, 5 p.m. Infants-age 5 with caregivers. Create and race aerodynamic Sing, dance, and enjoy a musical aircraft! morning with Shana Banana. CHILDREN Mercury & Sirius Saturday, July 20, 2 p.m. A Universe of Stories See Program Spotlight. Presented by Gentle Tuesdays, 2 p.m. Carousel Miniature Therapy Horses. Ages 5-12 with caregivers. Explore all things outer space! ADULTS Novels at Night Book Club June 4 Greek Myths Tuesdays, 6 p.m. June 11 Astronaut Academy The Monday Matinée Enjoy a lively book discussion, treats June 18 Ready Jet Go Mondays, 2 p.m. and coffee. June 25 Mission to the Moon Movies for adults. Anyone younger June 11 “Killers of the Flower Moon: The July 2 Explore Your Universe than age 13 must be accompanied Osage Murders and the Birth July 9 Alien Adventures by an adult. of the FBI” by David Grann July 16 DoDad’s Lab June 3 July 9 “Before We Were Yours” June 10 by Lisa Wingate June 17 June 24 Fly-Tyes July 1 Saturday, June 22, 2 p.m. July 8 Catch that fish with lure-making July 15 instruction from the expert fishing July 22 enthusiasts of the Dunnellon Fly- Wired Wednesdays Tyers Club. Materials provided. Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Our Feathered Friends Learn about computers and Saturday, July 13, 2 p.m. databases. Space is limited. Meet local wildlife while learning about Computers for Beginners animal rescue and rehabilitation with June 5 I Turned on My Computer, Now the Ocala Wildlife Sanctuary. What? June 12 Basic Keyboarding TEENS June 19 Basic Internet June 26 Basic Internet Safety MANGAlicious Teen Club! Online Potpourri Thursdays, 4:30 p.m. June 6, July 11 Astro Lab July 3 Files and Folders Thursdays, 2 p.m. July 10 Cloud Storage Watch favorite and discuss June 6-July 18 July 17 E-books and E-audiobooks manga. Japanese snacks included. Ages 5-12 with caregivers. July 24 Explore the Universe Show and Sketch *No program July 4. Mondays, 4:30 p.m. Build, explore and imagine!

library.marioncountyfl.org words 9 Countdown to Code Writer’s Studio Saturday, June 15, 2 p.m. Wednesdays, noon Ages 5-12 with caregivers. June 19, July 17 Learn to think like a computer. Writers of all levels share information STORY TIMES and encouragement. Stories, songs and activities for ages Native Plant Society 5 and younger with caregivers. Mondays, 6 p.m. Guest presenters discuss native plant life in Florida. Explore Your Universe With June 24 For the Birds July 29 Butterflies Derek Demeter Aug. 26 Wildlife Thursday, July 18, 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. ADULTS TEENS & TWEENS YALLA South! Tuesday Movie Matinée Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays, 1 p.m. June 4, July 2, Aug. 6 Movies for adults. Anyone younger Be a part of the library experience. than age 13 must be accompanied Teens, earn volunteer hours for service. Space Adventures by an adult. Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. June 4 It’s Sew Fun! June 5-July 17 June 11 Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon Saturday Stories June 18 June 12, 26, July 10, 24 Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. June 25 Ages 8-18. Registration required. June 8, July 13 July 2 Master the basics of sewing and July 9 complete simple projects with the July 16 American Sewing Guild, Lady Lake BELLEVIEW July 23 PUBLIC LIBRARY July 30 Chapter. Call 352-438-2500 to register. 13145 SE Highway 484 Tech Help Center ? Tuesday, June 18, 1:30 p.m. Belleview, FL 34420 Wednesdays, 2-4 p.m. 352-438-2500 June 5-July 31 Can you connect the clues and solve Programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Bring your device and drop in. the crime in this Lovecraft-inspired Belleview Public Library. Master Gardener Plant Clinic mystery theater? Fridays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. MANGAlicious Teen Club! Summer BreakSpot June 7, 21, July 5, 19, Aug. 2, 16 Tuesdays Tuesdays, noon June 25, July 23, 1:30 p.m. June 4-Aug. 6 The plant doctors are in! Presented by UF/IFAS Extension Marion County. Aug. 27, 5:30 p.m. Free meals for ages 18 and younger. Watch favorite anime and discuss See Program Spotlight for other locations. Wednesday Morning Book Club Wednesdays, 10 a.m. manga. Japanese snacks included. SPECIAL EVENT Make new friends and talk about It’s a Party! Community Job Fair books. Tuesday, July 30, 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. June 12 “And Then There Were Enjoy the last days of summer! None” by Agatha Christie See Program Spotlight. Sponsored by the City of Belleview. July 10 “Anne of Green Gables” FAMILIES by L.M. Montgomery SPECIAL SPEAKERS Aug. 14 “The Brief and Wondrous Life Family Flicks of Oscar Wao” by Junot Diaz Tuesdays, 10 a.m. See Program Spotlight. Movies for the whole family. Anyone Cheryl Floyd, Storyteller Tuesday Evening Book Club younger than age 13 must be Thursday, June 20, 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tuesdays, 5 p.m. accompanied by an adult. Make new friends and talk about June 4 Jeremy Evans, Storyteller books. June 11 Thursday, July 25, 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. June 18 “Walk Two Moons” by June 18 SPECIAL PROGRAMS Sharon Creech June 25 July 16 “The Stranger in the Woods: The July 2 See Program Spotlight. Extraordinary Story of the Last July 9 Mercury and Sirius True Hermit” by Michael Finkel July 16 Thursday, July 11, 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Aug. 20 “The Home for Unwanted July 23 Presented by Gentle Carousel Girls” by Joanna Goodman July 30 Miniature Therapy Horses.

10 words Summer 2019 Knights of the Chess Club Food Lab Drop-in Book Club Tuesdays, 4 p.m. Friday, July 12, 1 p.m. Wednesdays, 2:30 p.m. June 4-July 30 Grab your lab garb and explore food Make new friends and talk about Learn and play chess. to the fullest. books. Presented by Active Marion Project. June 19 “The Great Alone” by Knotty Knitters Kristen Hannah Wednesdays, 4:30 p.m. Escape From Dr. Puzzler! July 17 “The Astronaut Wives Club: June 5-July 31 Saturday, July 27, 1 p.m. ” by Lily Koppel Learn to knit or crochet. Trapped in the lab of an evil genius! Aug. 14 “Love Anthony” by A Universe of Stories Can you find the clues and escape Lisa Genova Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. within the hour? The clock is ticking… Circle of Support Explore the world and beyond! MEET THE AUTHOR Thursdays, noon June 6 Space Station Blast Off! June 20, Aug. 15 June 13 Arthropod Petting Zoo Roger Blanton Share, learn and connect with others With UF Department of “Running through the Storm” as you get to know the home care Entomology and Nematology Tuesday, July 9, 1 p.m. resources available in our community. June 20 Cheryl Floyd, Storyteller See Program Spotlight. June 27 Stories From Space Nebula Art July 11 Mercury and Sirius ADULTS Wednesday, July 24, 2 p.m. July 18 Explore Your Universe With Derek Demeter Create a piece of art as unique as July 25 Jeremy Evans, Storyteller the universe! Ask Your Master Gardener Tuesdays, 2 p.m. DUNNELLON Learn gardening techniques from PUBLIC LIBRARY Monday Matinée the masters! 20351 Robinson Road Mondays, 2 p.m. Presented by UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Dunnellon, FL 34431 Movies for adults. Anyone younger June 18 How About That Soil? 352-438-2520 than age 13 must be accompanied July 16 What Made That Hole in the Yard? Programs are sponsored by the Friends of the by an adult. Dunnellon Public Library. June 3 TEENS June 10 Summer BreakSpot June 17 YALLA West! Fridays, noon June 24 Saturdays, 12:30 p.m. June 7-July 26 July 1 June 15, July 27 Free meals for ages 18 and younger. July 8 Be a part of the library experience See Program Spotlight for other locations. July 15 and earn volunteer service hours. July 22 Community Conversation July 29 Cosmic Cubeecraft Topic: It’s All About Space Saturday, July 6, 1 p.m. Saturday, July 20, 1 p.m. Senior Support Education Series Build and customize a space-tacular Adults. Thursdays, noon Cubee character of your very own. See Program Spotlight for more Educational information for seniors, information and other locations. caregivers or family members who FAMILIES SPECIAL EVENT want to know more about available DIY Tuesdays Community Cares resources. Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, noon June 6 Senior Living Facilities June 4-July 23 with Mark Croft See Program Spotlight. Build, explore and imagine! July 18 Savvy Caregiver Training SPECIAL PROGRAMS with Rene Horne Story Time From Space Aug. 1 Ins and Outs of Adult Wednesdays, 11 a.m., June 5-July 31 Out of This World Belly Dancing Living Facilities See Program Spotlight. Saturday, June 22, 2 p.m. Dream by Design Family Flicks Express yourself through dance! Thursday, June 20, 2 p.m. Fridays, 10 a.m. Presented by the Millie Blonder Dance Team. Catch your out-of-this-world dreams in Movies for the whole family. Anyone Copacabana Rhythms With a dreamcatcher of your own design. younger than age 13 must be Mike and Jessica Matthews accompanied by an adult. Saturday, July 6, 4 p.m. June 7 See Program Spotlight. June 14 June 21 June 28

library.marioncountyfl.org words 11 July 5 Rock! Forest Readers Book Club July 12 Wednesday, June 19, 2:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. July 19 Space-age tech presented by the Make new friends and talk about July 26 Forest High School’s Robotics Club. books! Get inspired! June 12 “The Great Alone” by Kristin Hannah Bat Chats With Bat Belfrys Inc. June 26 “The Walk” by Richard Wednesday, June 26, 2:30 p.m. Paul Evans Bats in the library! Shari Blissett-Clark July 10 “Heart of Darkness” and the Florida Bat Conservancy by Joseph Conrad present information regarding the July 24 “Out of My Mind” by Sharon Draper protection and preservation of our Aug. 14 “The Whistler” by native bat populations. John Grisham Aug. 28 “Turtles All the Way Explore Your Universe With Down” by John Green Derek Demeter Wednesday, July 3, 2:30 p.m. Ask Your Master Gardener Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. Rockets to the Rescue! Get your garden growing! Spaced-Out Science Wednesday, July 10, 2:30 p.m. Presented by UF/IFAS Extension Marion County. Fridays, 1 p.m. June 15 Understanding Science was never more fun! MEET THE AUTHOR Florida Weather June 7 Mini Universe on a String July 20 Pesky Weeds and Critters June 14 Create a Pet Alien Marian Rizzo June 21 Alien Toothpaste “Angela’s Treasures” Tuesday Flicks June 28 Make Moon Dirt Saturday, Aug. 3, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, 2 p.m. July 5 Astronaut Puppets See Program Spotlight. Movies for adults. Anyone younger July 12 Food Lab With Active than age 13 must be accompanied Marion Project ADULTS by an adult. July 19 UFOs June 18 “Dune” July 26 Aliens!. Rock Art! Saturday, 4 p.m. July 16 “John Carter” June 8, July 13 Paint miniature masterpieces. DIY Art: Napkin Collages FOREST Wednesday, July 3, 10:30 a.m. Crafts for a Cause Express yourself through art! PUBLIC LIBRARY Mondays, 10 a.m. 905 S. Highway 314A June 17, July 15 TEENS & TWEENS Ocklawaha, FL 32179 Create items for those in need. 352-438-2540 Art Workshop Programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Technology Help Center Thursdays, 4 p.m. Forest Public Library. Wednesdays, 10 a.m. June 20 Pop Culture Cubeecraft June 5-July 24 July 18 Moon Party Summer BreakSpot Bring your device and drop in! Fridays, 12:30 p.m., June 7-July 26 YALLA East! Free meals for ages 18 and younger. Thursdays, 5 p.m. See Program Spotlight for other locations. June 20, July 18, Aug. 15 Be part of the library experience. SPECIAL EVENT Teens, earn volunteer service hours. Summer Program Blast Off! FAMILIES Wednesday, June 5, 2:30 p.m. See Program Spotlight. A Universe of Stories Wednesdays, 2:30 p.m. SPECIAL PROGRAMS Explore the world and beyond! June 5 Summer Program Blast Off! Beekeeping 101 June 12 Moon Rock Art Saturday, June 1, 1 p.m. Forest Coloring Club June 19 Robots Rock! Master Beekeeper Chappie Thursdays, 11 a.m., June 6, July 11 June 26 Bat Chats With Bat McChesney provides a fun and Seek serenity through coloring! Belfry’s Inc. factual look into what bees do for Forest Writer’s Studio July 3 Explore Your Universe the community, what beekeepers do with Derek Demeter Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. July 10 Rockets to the Rescue! for bees and what we can all do to June 13, July 11, Aug. 8 July 17 Astronaut Training Camp help them both. Writers of all levels share work and With Active Marion Project encouragement. July 24 Summer Wrap-Up!

12 words Summer 2019 Summer Cinema Rockets to the Rescue! YALLA Free! Fridays, 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 19, 1 p.m. Thursdays, 5 p.m. Movies for the whole family! Anyone June 13, July 11, Aug. 8 younger than age 13 must be ADULTS Be a part of library experience! accompanied by an adult. Ask Arnold! Comprehensive Teens, earn volunteer hours for June 7 Computer Assistance service. June 14 Thursdays, noon-2 p.m. FAMILIES June 21 June 6-Aug. 29 June 28 Pajama Party! July 5 Get help with all computer needs. Tuesdays, 6 p.m. July 12 As the Page Turns Book Club June 4-July 9 July 19 Tuesdays, 2:30 p.m. July 26 Make summer nights special with Join the club and turn the page! stories, songs and activities. Fuzzy Everyone is welcome. slippers and jammies welcome! June 4 “The Alchemist” by Paolo FORT MCCOY Coelho/“The Secret” PUBLIC LIBRARY by Rhonda Byrne 14660 NE Hwy. 315, Fort McCoy, FL 32134 July 2 “The No. 1 Ladies 352-438-2560 Detective Agency” by Alexander McCall Smith Aug. 6 “The Great Alone” by ADULTS Kristin Hannah Monday Morning Book Club The Tuesday Matinée Mondays, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, 3 p.m. Make new friends and talk about Movies for adults. Anyone younger books! than age 13 must be accompanied June 3 “Wonder” by R.J. Palacio by an adult. July 1 “Seaglass” by Anita Shreve June 11 “Interstellar” FAMILIES July 9 “Arrival” A Universe of Stories! TEENS & TWEENS Wednesdays, 2 p.m. Crafts for a Cause: Explore the world and beyond! Knots of Love™ June 12 Astronaut Academy Thursdays, 1 p.m. June 26 Mission to the Moon June 6-July 11 A Universe of Stories! July 10 Alien Adventures *No program July 4. Wednesdays, 1 p.m. Explore the world and beyond! Warm the hearts and heads of those June 5 Mark Wade, Ventriloquist FREEDOM going through chemotherapy. All June 12 Solar System Exploration items produced will be donated to June 19 Rockets to the Rescue PUBLIC LIBRARY Knots of Love™. June 26 Trip to : Touchdown 5870 SW 95th St., Ocala, FL 34476 Engineering Design Process 352-438-2580 Film Fest! July 3 Lunar Phases Programs are sponsored by the Friends of Thursdays, 2 p.m. July 10 Galaxy Glow Party Freedom Public Library. Movies for teens. Anyone younger than age 13 must be accompanied Summer BreakSpot by an adult. MARION OAKS Wednesdays, noon June 6 June 5-July 10 PUBLIC LIBRARY June 13 294 Marion Oaks Lane, Ocala, FL 34473 Free meals for ages 18 and younger. June 20 See Program Spotlight for other locations. 352-438-2570 June 27 Programs are sponsored by the Friends of the SPECIAL PROGRAM July 11 Marion Oaks Public Library. See Program Spotlight. Gamers Unite! Saturdays, 3 p.m. Community Conversation Mark Wade, Ventriloquist June 8, 22, July 13, 27 Wednesday, June 5, 1 p.m. Topic: It’s All About Space. Are you up for a video game Spend a fun-filled family afternoon Tuesday, June 25, 11 a.m. challenge? Adults. with America’s foremost children’s See Program Spotlight for more ventriloquist. information and locations.

library.marioncountyfl.org words 13 SPECIAL PROGRAMS June 27 Shoot for the Moon hurricanes in Florida, including Andrew July 11 Parade in 1992. Here are the most useful tips See Program Spotlight. July 18 Summer Scoop that all Floridians should follow to With Jim Phillips Rockets to the Rescue! prepare for the next storm season. Thursday, June 20, 2 p.m. July 25 Astronaut Training Camp With Active Marion Project Escape From Space TEENS Outpost 520 YALLA North! Wednesday, July 17, 4 p.m. REDDICK Saturday, June 15, 1 p.m. Teens. Be a part of the library experience PUBLIC LIBRARY and earn volunteer hours for service. Summer Scoop 15150 NW Gainesville Road Reddick, FL Thursday, July 18, 2 p.m. 32686 FAMILIES 352-438-2566 ADULTS Programs are sponsored by the Friends A Universe of Stories! Technology Help Center of the Ocala Public Library. Mondays, 11 a.m. Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., June 5-July 31 Explore the world and beyond! Bring your device and drop in! Summer BreakSpot June 3 Marshmallow Rockets Mondays, noon, June 3-July 22 June 10 Astronaut Training Camp Novels at Noon Free meals for ages 18 and younger. With Active Marion Project Wednesdays, noon See Program Spotlight for other locations. June 17 Straw Rockets Make new friends and talk about June 24 Defy Gravity SPECIAL PROGRAMS July 1 Lunar Phases books! July 8 Rockets to the Rescue June 19 “The : a Novel” Summer Cinema July 15 Living in Space by Andy Weir Movies for teens and adults. Anyone July 22 Space Shuttles July 17 “” by younger than age 13 must be Story Time From Space Aug. 21 “The Great Alone” by accompanied by an adult. Tuesdays, 1 p.m. Kristin Hannah Wednesdays, 1 p.m. June 4-July 23 Come watch stories about space. See Program Spotlight for other locations. TEENS & TWEENS June 5 June 12 Star Jars June 19 Wednesday, June 19, 4 p.m. June 26 AT YOUR SERVICE Light the night! July 3 YALLA Oaks! July 10 Access Florida Assistance July 17 Help provided with filing for various Wednesdays, 5 p.m. July 24 June 19, July 17, Aug. 14 government assistance programs. Be a part of the library experience. Rockets to the Rescue! Forest Public Library Teens, earn volunteer service hours. Monday, July 8, 11 a.m. Tuesdays, 12:30-3 p.m. See Program Spotlight. FAMILIES CareerSource Citrus Levy Summer Scoop With Jim Phillips Marion Wednesday, July 17, 2 p.m. Job seeker services available! Call See Program Spotlight. the library nearest you for times and MEET THE AUTHOR locations. Brown Bag Luncheon With Citizenship and Immigration Marian Rizzo Services (USCIS) Visit www.uscis.gov or call “Angela’s Treasures” Friday, Aug. 9, noon 1-800-375-5283 to schedule an See Program Spotlight. appointment at your local library with an official for the USCIS ADULTS Orlando Field Office. Protect Your Universe: Florida Diagnostic & Learning Hurricane Preparation Resources System A Universe of Stories Wednesday, June 5, 3 p.m. Free screenings for children birth Thursdays, 2 p.m. Prepare yourself! Extension Director through age 5 who may have Explore the world and beyond! David Holmes has experienced four difficulty with learning, speaking, June 6 A Sky Full of Stories June 13 Take Me to Your Reader! playing, seeing, walking and hearing. June 20 Rockets to the Rescue Screening appointments may be

14 words Summer 2019 held at your local library. Contact ChildFind at 352- 671-6051 to schedule. Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc. (FTRI) FTRI provides amplified telephones free of charge to qualifying individuals through the Center for Independent Living of North Central Florida. Contact your local library or call the Center at 352- Exhibits & 368-3788 for an appointment. GED and ESOL Classes Earn your GED or learn to speak English at the library through Marion Technical College. It’s FREE. Dunnellon Public Library, Mondays-Thursdays. Contact the Displays Dunnellon Public Library for more information and times. Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders (SHINE) HEADQUARTERS-OCALA Obtain free Medicare counseling through the Florida Department of Elder Affairs. Contact Headquarters- PUBLIC LIBRARY Ocala, Belleview, Dunnellon and Forest public June America the Beautiful: National Parks libraries for times. Photography by Bonnie Halsell FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY July Kingdom of the Sun Doll Club of Ocala August Boy Scouts of America, Marion District Friends of the Belleview Public Library Tuesday, 10 a.m. BELLEVIEW PUBLIC LIBRARY No meetings June–August June Mustache Mugs by Lynda Allberry Friends of the Dunnellon Public Library Stencil Paintings by Kim and Casey Drexel Tuesday, 10 a.m. July Truck Art by Ron Dankert No meetings June–August August Paintings by Judith Kaiser Friends of the Forest Public Library Stained Glass by Earl Forsyth No meetings or book sales June-August Friends of the Fort McCoy Public Library DUNNELLON PUBLIC LIBRARY Wednesday, 10:30 a.m., June 12 June A World of Star Wars by Daniel Antonino No meetings July or August July Animal Button Pins by Linda Coldwell Friends of Freedom Public Library August Cookies Original Porcelain Pottery by Monday, 10 a.m., June 3, July 1, Aug. 5 Cookie Serletic Friends of the Marion Oaks Public Library Friday, 10 a.m., June 21 FOREST PUBLIC LIBRARY No meetings July or August. June Forest Coloring Club by Nancy Sanders Friends of the Ocala Public Library July American Independence by Jaqueline Thursday, 4 p.m., June 20, July 18, Aug. 15 Provancher Book Sale: August Nature Photographs by Nancy Saturday, Aug. 3, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, for Friends members only, 2–5 p.m. MacFarland LIBRARY CLOSED DAYS REDDICK PUBLIC LIBRARY AND HOLIDAYS June Hurricane Preparedness by David Holmes Independence Day July Water Color Art by Reddick Patrons Thursday, July 4 August Native American Art by Gary Walker All Marion County public libraries will be closed. Maintenance Day Friday, Aug. 2 Headquarters-Ocala and Forest public libraries will be closed to the public.

library.marioncountyfl.org words 15 The Marion County Public Library Marion Oaks System is pleased to announce new hours of service for the Marion Oaks Public Library Public Library (294 Marion Oaks Lane). Effective June 1, the Marion Announces Oaks Public Library will be open Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. New Hours of and Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Check out this issue of WORDS to learn about the great line-up of programs and events Service happening at your Marion Oaks Public Library this summer and throughout the year!

16 words Summer 2019 A Universe of Encounters IN INFORMATION SERVICES BY SUZANNE BROWN ne quiet evening not too long ago, I was working at the Information Desk when the front doors Owhooshed open to admit an extraordinarily tall, blue-green creature. I immediately perked up: “Good evening, Mr. Grblx! How are you doing today?” Mr. G. slithered over to my desk and in syncopated syllables sobbed, “How do I look? I’m so homesick, I’m literally turning blue! But then I heard that the library “Well, I know we don’t have any books about holds a universe of stories and I wondered, could the Grblxites, but how about other space explorers? They library help me?” were brave and smart and wanted to know more My mind whirred. What would make a Grblxite feel about the universe, just like you! We can find books less homesick? As far as I knew, he was the only one of on space exploration in the 629.4s and also the his kind on Earth. “Tell you what, let’s visit the shelves biographies! Hey, you know that astronaut Scott Kelly? and see what sounds good. How do you feel about He spent almost a year on the space station. You science fiction and fantasy? We have books by authors can read all about it in his biography “Endurance!” I from to Timothy Zahn, and so many in suggested. between! Maybe a copy of ‘The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Mr. G. gurgled, “This is great! But I need more to the Galaxy’ by Douglas Adams?” I asked. keep me busy. I can’t read all the time.” Mr. G. blubbered, “It just isn’t the same. If I can’t read “With all those tentacles, I bet you’re a whiz at novels written under Grblx’s glorious purple sky, I’d crafts. Come over to the computer and let me show rather stick with nonfiction.” you our Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center database. “Nonfiction books about similar subjects are Just look at this beautiful Space Crystals Quilt!” I grouped together. Are you interested in stories about beamed. extraterrestrial abductions? They’re right here near “It would be like snuggling in a supernova! I like it!” the beginning, in the 001.942 collection. Oh, not your Mr. G. gushed. style?” I replied. “And you live pretty far out of town, right? Not Mr. Grblx shuddered self-consciously. much light pollution? How about this project that “Hmmm, how about books on humankind’s search for shows you how to build a home observatory?” I asked. extraterrestrial life? Those are over here in the 576.839s “Wow! I didn’t know we had access to databases and there’s even a fairly recent one titled “The Aliens Are like this!” Mr. G. sounded giddy. Coming!” by Ben Miller. That one should be funny—the “Your library card gives you access to so many things, author is a comedian with a PhD in physics!” even from home! Online, you can access databases, Mr. G.’s eight eyes flashed green with surprise. books, graphic novels and magazines. I know you enjoy “We’ll hang onto that one. Let’s see if we can find our book CDs, but you can even listen to audio books a few more for you. I know! Books about space and through a free app on your tablet or phone!” I exclaimed. other planets! I accidentally passed them. They’re right Mr. Grblx’s skin was now a happy, vibrant green. He over here in the 520s.” I suggested. buoyantly roamed the library for a bit longer. Then, “I really like books with people,” Mr. G. burbled. “The several items clutched in his tentacles, he slithered space books are pretty, but no, not today. I wish that I to the Circulation desk and out the door. Another could find something about other beings like me!” satisfied library patron.

library.marioncountyfl.org words 17 Practicing archery at Belleview Public Library. images System Photos Events Library and Public County of Marion the

Crafts at HQ-Ocala Public Library Butterfly Festival.

Bigfoot tracks at Belleview Enjoying a walk at HQ-Ocala Public Public Library. Library Paws and Pages Pet Expo.

Super Mario Day at HQ- Ocala Public Library.

Waiting for release at HQ-Ocala Butterfly Festival. Kitten adoption at HQ-Ocala Public Library Paws and Pages Pet Expo.

18 words Summer 2019 images Marion County Memories Want to share your love for Marion County with your friends and family? The booklet entitled “Memorable Marion County” is just what you are looking for! Plus, it’s the perfect addition Ah, It’s for your living room coffee table. As part of Marion County’s 175th anniversary recognition Summer! efforts, the booklet was prepared to provide an The kids are out of school, the overview of some of the historical milestones beaches are calling us, and the free that have occurred over the past 175 years. This beautiful and easy days of summer are here! graphically designed booklet features information pertaining to Marion But all too soon, the kids are saying County’s agriculture, industry, arts, education, culture, tourism, the equine they’re bored and have nothing industry, and more. The research, writing, and designs for the 28-page booklet to do. Bring them to the library! were provided by the staff of the Marion County Public Library System, and the Check out the Book Market where printing was funded by the Friends of the Ocala Public Library. The booklets you can find a wealth of children’s are available at the Book Market bookstore at the Headquarters-Ocala Public and young adults’ books at Library (2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL.) for a $2 donation. bargain prices. Your children will be entertained and, by reading, will also retain many of the skills they learned WINNING during the past school year. READER Congratulations to Diane Lewis, the winner of a Kindle Fire tablet in the drawing for all who renewed or began new memberships during the recent Friends’ membership drive. Diane is a voracious reader and an avid library supporter. She joined the Friends of the Ocala Library as soon as she moved to Marion County in 2016. Y BOOK SALE SATURDAY, AUG. 3, 2019, 10 A.M.-4 P.M. Held in Meeting Rooms, Headquarters-Ocala Public Library (Friends members only: Friday, Aug. 2, 2-5 p.m.)

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profiles BY SCOTT MASON

ince the beginning of time, mankind has gazed up at the sky and wondered about the vastness Sof space. Our inquisitive nature has led us to thoughts of creatures from other worlds and unknown galaxies. It could even be said that those imaginative ideas could create the budding interest of a career. Derek Demeter had that interest at an early age and it became his lifelong passion. When Derek was a boy, his father took him to the John Young Planetarium in Orlando, Florida to see a show about the planet Mars. According to Derek, that life-changing event was enough to get him “hooked on outer space.” Soon he was volunteering at the Crosby Observatory at the Orlando Science Center and was hired as an observatory technician when he was 16. In college he worked as a part-time assistant at the Emil Buehler Planetarium at Seminole State College, then, following graduation, rose through the ranks to become the director of the planetarium. Derek also credits his love of outer space to a favorite book he had as a child. “It was a National Geographic book called ‘Our Universe,’ which offered an illustrated journey into our cosmos,” said Demeter. “The pictures and illustrations are still imbedded into my memory to this day.” As a guest speaker at many Marion County how far away everything is from our Sun, you realize Public Library System locations, Derek has witnessed that our little blue ball in space is quite an amazing firsthand the of space and its on public planet and that we need to be better caretakers of library patrons. During one event at the Fort McCoy our world.” Public Library, he recalls seeing an 86-year-old man Derek appreciates the world much like someone with tears in his eyes after looking through a telescope would have an appreciation for their home after a for the first time. vacation to another country. It is that appreciation When asked about the importance of space and wondrous instilled in him as a child exploration, Derek said, “Exploring beyond Earth that still has him looking to the skies and wondering to me is ironically a way to better appreciate our what else may be out there among the stars just planet. When you learn just how vast space is and waiting for discovery!

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