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Silly Reflections
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Libraries Are For Everyone: Kituba
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Jamuary @ the Library
Back in late November/early December, we set about the task of brainstorming ideas for January at the Children’s Library. Brittany suggested “Jamuary,” and I liked it right away, but it really didn’t knock my socks off. BUT then all sorts of stars aligned and <em>Jamuary </em>has been one of the funnest themes we’ve had so far. <img…

2016 Children’s Library Themes
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THE FOOL
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