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    Storytime Theme: Laughter

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    For the month of November, I’m going to be sharing storytime themes about the things I’m grateful for! Time for a little laughter. It’s one of the things that keep me going right now. It’s been a rough year for just about everyone and when I think I can’t handle…

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    Diwali Picture Books

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    Happy Diwali readers! One of India’s largest holidays of the year, this 5-day festival of lights begins today! Learn more about Diwali from Nat Geo Kids! My community has a large population of Indian families and the library celebrates Diwali every year. Typically we host a large gathering and highlight…

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    Four on Friday: World Kindness Day

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    It’s World Kindness Day! It’s a Friday the 13th during the craziest year to date and rather than being superstitious today, let’s shower the world in kindness (while wearing a mask and maintaining social distance)! Find something that you can do to spread some kindness today – maybe it’s paying…

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    15 Books for Veteran’s Day

    I know, I know, I’m a day late for Veteran’s Day in the U.S. I was sure that I already had a list for Veteran’s Day, but when I went looking yesterday to re-tweet the list, I couldn’t find one! I’ve got a list for Memorial Day and Armed Forces…

  • Lifestyle

    It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? 11/9/2020

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    What I Read This was a busy week both nationally and personally. I spent much of my week trying not to be too obsessive about the election. But, when you live with a photojournalist who was covering the election, it’s kind of hard not to. My first stressor? Making sure…

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    Taking a Deep Breath

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    I feel like I can breathe just a little easier today. I try not to make this blog too political, but it’s been a long four years. It’s been four years of hate, divisiveness, anger, and frustration. And I’m not saying that everything is magically going to get better. It’s…

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    Storytime Theme: Family

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    For the month of November, I’m going to be sharing storytime themes about the things I’m grateful for! First up? That’s easy, family. If nothing else comes out of this crazy, mixed-up, upside-down year I have learned how much my family truly means to me. With my siblings spread across…

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    Four on Friday: Saxophone Day

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    It’s Saxophone Day! This is a great way to introduce kids to music they might not be familiar with or to share all the great musical instruments in this world. So, grab a couple of these titles, throw on a groovy jazz album and learn about this amazing instrument! Four…

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    Roasted Cauliflower and Lentil Tacos

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    I know, I know when I first read the title of this recipe I didn’t think I would ever eat anything like that. But let me tell you, my partner and I are obsessed! These tacos are so delicious and so filling we actually had them 2 weeks in a…