MILFORD — Maureen Haab will be celebrating 20 years on staff at the Milford Public Library on Dec. 7.

Maureen Haab. Photo provided by Milford Public Library.

The library would like to shower her with cards and notes to let her know how much she means to the Milford community. The cards can be brought to the library or sent to PO Box 269 Milford, Ind, 46542. The library will collect cards until Dec. 21.

The library is offering a free, Live Reindeer Program this holiday season. The program takes place at the Milford Community Building, Monday, Dec. 9 and Thursday, Dec. 9 at 6:30 p.m. Families will need tickets. The tickets are free and available at the library. Attendees are encouraged to their camera to get a picture taken with the reindeer at the end of the program.

Jackie Franks, Purdue Extension Educator in Health and Human Sciences, presented “Indiana CBD Update” on Nov. 25 in the library’s meeting room. Those attending the program received information on what CBD is and how it works.

Cannabis Sativa L. is a plant that was developed through selective breeding. The plant is used in agricultural, building, textiles and pharmacological industries. Commonly, the plant is the source of hemp. CBD comes from industrial hemp, containing little to no THC.

In Indiana, hemp must test below 0.3% THC. There is a process in place for Indiana farmers interested in growing hemp. Hemp growers must be licensed. In the absence of a license, any cannabis production regardless of the THC level is considered to be marijuana and marijuana production is not legal in the state of Indiana. 

Some states have legalized different levels of use. CBD has been said to treat all kinds of ailments, including reducing pain, lowering anxiety, improving mood, treat depression, lessen side effects of PTSD and more. CBD also interacts with several prescription drugs, so talking with your doctor before trying anything with CBD in it is very important.

Nancy Levernier won a copy of the book, “The CBD Kitchen” by Leah Vanderveldt. “CBD Every Day” by Sandra Hinchliffe is also available to check out at the library. The next nutrition program will be in Feb. 2020