"Wildfire" Book Discussion Set for June 4

BISBEE, AZ – The final event in the Copper Queen Library’s tribute to the Bisbee Fire Department as they celebrate their centennial will be held on June 4 at 6:30pm in the Library Meeting Room when Arizona Humanities Scholar Dr. John Doty facilitates a book discussion of Alianor True’s "Wildfire: A Reader."

In this book, wildfire fighter True has gathered a rich collection of literary essays on wildfire in America, from native creation myths to stories by Edward Abbey, John Muir, and Mark Twain.
This book discussion is sponsored by the Friends of the Copper Queen Library and is free and open to all members of the public. Join us for what promises to be a very interesting evening!

For additional information, contact the library at 432-4232.

Library Closed Over Memorial Day Weekend

BISBEE, AZ – In observance of Memorial Day, the Copper Queen Library will close at 5:00pm Friday, May 23, and will reopen at 10:00am Tuesday, May 27.

Bookdrops at 6 Main Street, 118 Arizona Street (outside City Hall) and 300 Collins Road (outside the Bisbee Senior Center) will remain open.

For additional information, contact the library at 432-4232.

Local Historian Shares Centennial Story

BISBEE, AZ – For those who were unable to attend the excellent presentation on the Bisbee Fire Department’s history during their recent Centennial Celebration, the Copper Queen Library is pleased to announce that local historian Wes Patience has graciously consented to share his expertise once again on May 27 at 6:30pm in the Library Meeting Room.

This event is free and open to all members of the public. For further information, contact the Copper Queen Library at 432-4232.

Galper Discusses New AIDS Screening Guidelines

BISBEE, AZ – The University of Arizona Medical School’s Dr. Carol Q. Galper, Clinical Assistant Professor in Family & Community Medicine and Director of the Rural Health Professions Program, will be in Bisbee on May 28 at 6:30pm in the Copper Queen Library Meeting Room to discuss “Why Would My Doctor Test ME for HIV? HIV Testing: The New Screening Guidelines.”

Her presentation kicks off educational and informational programming sponsored throughout June by the Copper Queen Library in conjunction with GLBT Month and in cooperation with Bisbee Pride’s Pride Weekend Celebration (June 13-15).

In a major shift in U.S. health policy, the Center for Disease Control has issued recommendations to make HIV screening a routine part of getting health care. The change means that when patients see a doctor or go to a hospital, they will be asked if they've been tested for HIV and, if they haven't been, their health care provider will ask them to be screened or tested as part of their routine exam.

About 1 million Americans have HIV -- but an estimated 25 percent do not know they have it. The new policy is meant to get medicines to that sector of infected people, to both extend their lives and cut the further spread of HIV.

According to the CDC, “the number of new cases of HIV each year could be decreased up to 30% with voluntary HIV screening.”

Dr. Galper will explain these new guidelines and will answer questions from members of the audience regarding permission, privacy, confidentiality, and insurance.

This presentation is sponsored by the Friends of the Copper Queen Library and is free and open to all members of the public.

For additional information, contact the library at 432-4232.

Library Celebrates Bisbee Fire Department Centennial

BISBEE, AZ – As a follow-up to May 14’s fabulous book discussion of Norman MacLean’s Young Men and Fire at the Copper Queen Library, and to continue celebrating the Bisbee Fire Department’s hundredth anniversary, the library will sponsor a panel discussion with members of the Bisbee Fire Department on May 21 at 6:30pm in the Library Meeting Room.

Panel members will share personal stories about their interest in becoming firefighters and will also discuss some of their most memorable challenges, including the recent “30 Moon” fire.

Then, to conclude the library’s tribute to Bisbee’s firefighters, a book discussion of Alianor True’s collection, Wildfire: A Reader will be facilitated by Dr. John Doty in the Library Meeting Room on June 4 at 6:30pm.

In this book, wildfire fighter True has gathered a rich collection of literary essays on wildfire in America, from native creation myths to stories by Edward Abbey, John Muir, and Mark Twain.

Both programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Copper Queen Library and are free and open to all members of the public. Join us for what promises to be two very interesting evenings!

For additional information, contact the library at 432-4232.

Library Presents Alternative Energy Programs

BISBEE, AZ – The Copper Queen Library will feature two free programs related to alternative energy with a screening of the documentary film “Who Killed the Electric Car?” on May 19 at 5:30 pm and a follow-up presentation by the co-founder of the Tucson Electric Vehicle Club on May 20 at 6:30pm.

Both programs will be held in the Library Meeting Room at 6 Main Street.

Running solely on electricity, General Motors' fleet of EV-1 electric vehicles were so efficient, they were on the brink of altering the future of driving in America-- perhaps even the world. Those lucky enough to drive one gave it glowing reviews. So why were they all destroyed?

Narrated by Martin Sheen and featuring on screen contributions with Ed Begley Jr., Ralph Nader, and Alexandra Paul, “Who Killed the Electric Car?” is a murder mystery like no other, as it unravels the puzzling demise of a vehicle that could have saved the environment and America’s dangerous addiction to foreign oil.

This documentary investigates the development and demise of the fuel-efficient, environment-friendly electric car. It examines the Bush administration’s role in the car’s being peremptorily pulled from production, the influence of the automobile industry and oil interests, and implications for the future of sustainable energy in the United States.

Then, for a local perspective on energy challenges and alternatives, join Rush Dougherty, co-founder of the Tucson Electric Vehicle Club, the following evening, May 20 at 6:30pm, to learn about his interest in and experiences with e-cars – he is currently converting a Chevy S-10 -- and bring your questions!

These programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Copper Queen Library and are free and open to all members of the public.

For additional information, contact the library at 432-4232.

Feel Great in ’08! : Zautra on Resilience and Health

BISBEE, AZ – In conjunction with the Copper Queen Library’s “Feel Great in ’08! Health Information Series,” Arizona Humanities Council Scholar and Arizona State University Foundation Professor of Psychology Dr. Alex Zautra will discuss “Resilience in Health & Mental Health: More Than a Metaphor” on May 7 at 6:30pm in the Library Meeting Room.

Dr. Zautra is the leader of ASU’s Resilience Solutions team. He has published over 90 scientific papers and is the recent author of Emotions, Stress and Health, published by Oxford University Press. His publications embrace topics of preservation of quality of life, healthy social relations, and positive adaptation to chronic pain.

In his current research, he focuses on the role of chronic illness and resilience in the health and well-being of adults as they age. He has devoted his career to understanding how people can be resilient in the face of highly stressful circumstances and to developing programs that enhance that capacity for resilience.

According to Dr. Zautra, “In my research team we are examining the role of stress and emotions on the capacities of people to sustain well-being and recover from illness and other life challenges. Much of my work has focused on the health and well-being of chronically ill patients with musculoskeletal illnesses such as rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia.”

This program, which is free and open to the public, is funded by the Friends of the Copper Queen Library and made possible in part by a grant from the Arizona Humanities Council.

For further information on these or any library programs or events, contact the Library Circulation Desk at 432-4232.