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Adrianne with squash October 20, 2026 · Adrianne Evans, library volunteer Foodie Finds: Scrumptious Squash While pumpkin spice everything is good, Adrianne is even happier with a savory squash dish. Find some of her favorite recipes and cookbooks. Read More
October 19, 2026 · Ginger Park The Reel World: Happy Not Scary Take a break from the scary season with happy and heartwarming documentaries. From the ultimate Pez collectors to people grooming show chickens, these fascinating, quirky stories will make you smile. DVD covers
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