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Nutcracker Sweets
Virginia JohnsonCookingCrafts and HobbiesFamiliesLiterary/ClassicsTeacher ResourcesAll FunChristmasRecipesHolidaysBalletGermanyDancingParty ideasOn Christmas Eve, a young girl dreams her beloved toy...
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2014: The Year of the Horse
Virginia JohnsonHolidaysHolidaysChinese New YearHorses -- fictionChinese folktalesLibraryPoint BlogKids BlogTeen BlogJanuary 31, 2014, marks the beginning of the Chinese Year of the Horse. In Chinese...
View ArticleThe Fourth Pillar of Islam: Ramadan
Adriana PuckettReligion/SpiritualityHolidaysIslamRamadan is the ninth month of the Muslim calendar, calculated according to when the crescent moon is sighted.During this entire month, adult Muslims do...
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Flag Day History
Pat FarrHistoryHolidaysAmerican RevolutionFlagsOn June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress adopted a resolution to prepare a flag for our new republic. According to a well-known story, George Washington...
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Red, White, and Blue Music
Virginia JohnsonHistoryMusicFYI ArticlesHolidaysAmerican RevolutionFourth of JulySongsWar of 1812LibraryPoint BlogKids BlogOn July 4th, burgers sizzle on the grill, and cold drinks are passed around....
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Columbus Day: A Day of Discovery
Virginia JohnsonAutobiography and BiographyHistoryTeacher ResourcesKids Homework HelpRecipesHolidaysExplorationOctober kidsColumbusKids BlogColumbus Day is sometimes called Discoverers' Day. In the...
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An American Thanksgiving
Virginia JohnsonHistoryVirginia HistoryFYI ArticlesAll FunHolidaysAbraham LincolnIndians of North AmericaThanksgivingChristianityPilgrimsMassachusetts ColonyKids BlogEverybody knows that the Pilgrims...
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Make Your Own Holiday Cards
Virginia JohnsonCrafts and HobbiesAll FunChristmasHolidaysRecyclingHanukkahYou can create your very own cards to shine, sparkle, and spin. A quick trip to a craft store can net you a few things that...
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Colonial Virginia
Virginia JohnsonAfrican AmericanTeacher ResourcesVirginia HistoryKids Homework HelpSlaveryGeorge WashingtonColonial...
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The Real Twelve Days of Christmas: Celebrating in the Old-fashioned Way
Virginia JohnsonFolktalesReligion/SpiritualityAll FunChristmasEnglandColonial VirginiaHolidaysIt ain't over 'til it's over! Every year kids and adults build up a head of steam for the Christmas...
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Make a Gingerbread House
Virginia JohnsonCookingHistoryAll FunRecipesHolidaysChristmas bakingDecemberLibraryPoint BlogKids BlogTeen BlogGumdrops, lollipops, chocolate squares, jelly bears, and peppermint candies. The sky is...
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Kwanzaa: A Celebration of Family and Heritage
Virginia JohnsonAfrican AmericanHolidaysAfrican AmericanKwanzaa, celebrated between December 26 and January 1, is a time for families in the African-American community to come together and enjoy their...
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Make a Valentine's Day Breakfast
Virginia JohnsonCookingAll FunRecipesHolidaysValentine's DayYour family does a lot for you: helping with homework, cooking your meals, and taking you to fun places. Why not give them a treat on...
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A Sweet, Sweet Valentine
Virginia JohnsonCookingCrafts and HobbiesAll FunHolidaysCandyChocolateValentine's DayGiftsKids BlogWhat's better than a store-bought valentine with your name on it? Add a little something sweet to make...
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St. Patrick's Day
Rebecca PurdyHolidaysLibraryPoint BlogKids BlogHighlightsWe'll be shaking our shillelaghs and searching for pots of gold in fun St. Patrick's Day celebrations for children. We hope you can join us at...
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Halloween Fun at the Library
Teresa K. CainHalloweenHolidayslibrary programsKids BlogHighlightsIf you’d like to make a one-of-a-kind costume, throw a not-to-be-forgotten Halloween party, or carve a prize-winning pumpkin, we’ve got...
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Grab Your Pumpkin, and Plan for Halloween Fun!
Virginia JohnsonHalloweenCraftsParty ideasPumpkinsHolidaysAll FunLibraryPoint BlogKids BlogIt’s time for hayrides, apples, and sweaters. And pumpkins. Can’t forget the pumpkins. What will you do with...
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A Basket of Plenty: Create a Cornucopia
Virginia JohnsonCrafts and HobbiesAll FunHolidaysAutumnGreek mythologyThanksgivingBrimming with the fruits of the harvest, the cornucopia has become an important symbol of American Thanksgiving. Its...
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Time to Get Popping
Virginia JohnsonCookingCrafts and HobbiesTeacher ResourcesAll FunChristmasFoodHolidaysAutumnDecemberParty ideasKids BlogPopcorn was grown by Native Americans long before the Europeans came to the New...
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Making Holidays for Others
Christine CarlsonHealth, Mind & BodyHolidaysCharitiesThanksgivingChristmasMy LibrarianLibraryPoint BlogFor many people, the day after Halloween is the official kick-off of the holiday season....
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