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On the Shelf – 10/1
By Paul Guffin October 2, 2026 2 min read
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A Timely Study
By Paul Guffin September 23, 2026 4 min read
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On the Shelf – 8/27
By Paul Guffin August 27, 2026 4 min read
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On the Shelf – 8/20
By Paul Guffin August 20, 2026 4 min read
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On the Shelf – 8/13
By Paul Guffin August 14, 2026 3 min read
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On the Shelf – 8/6
By Paul Guffin August 6, 2026 3 min read
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On the Shelf – 7/30
By Paul Guffin July 30, 2026 4 min read
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By Paul Guffin June 4, 2026 3 min read
Local News
Local Students Shine at State Poetry Finals
Sierra and Plumas County champions recite classic American poems in Sacramento.
By Paul Guffin March 20, 2026 3 min read
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Spring Planting
By Paul Guffin March 18, 2026 2 min read
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On the Shelf – 2/12
A look at newly donated nonfiction titles now available at the Downieville Library.
By Paul Guffin February 11, 2026 3 min read
Local News
Loyalton Junior Wins Sierra County Poetry Out Loud
Local students showcase memorized verse as county selects its representative for state finals.
By Paul Guffin February 4, 2026 4 min read
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Seventh Poetry Out Loud Finals Set for January 29
Sierra County high school students will compete in a live poetry recitation contest in Sierraville.
By Paul Guffin January 23, 2026 2 min read
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Global Thanksgiving
Exploring Thanksgiving celebrations around the world beyond the United States’ traditional holiday.
By Paul Guffin December 1, 2025 3 min read
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Discover new arrivals and upcoming events at the Downieville Library this season.
By Paul Guffin November 21, 2025 2 min read
