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Book Nook - Opening Closed Doors: The Story of Josie C. Murray

Motherhood Moments

Not long ago, public libraries in Virginia were not so public. But in 1957, when she was denied the ability to check out a book from the Purcellville Library because of the color of her skin, Josie took action. With the use of chalk pastels, her artwork mainly consists of portraits and landscapes created in traditional art style.

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Start Planning and Budgeting for Summer TODAY!

Family Balance Sheet

Check your local community calendar, library, parks & recreation department, church, and parks. Many local towns, libraries, malls, and fire halls host carnivals and festivals as fundraisers. Summer Reading Program at the Library – Check your local library for their summer reading programs. Visit an orchard.

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Summer Fun Guide 2019

Family Balance Sheet

Check your local community calendar, library, parks & recreation department, church, parks. Local towns, libraries, malls and fire halls also host carnivals and festivals as fundraisers. Summer Reading Program at the Library – Check your local library for their summer reading programs. Visit an orchard.

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LEGO Minecraft The End Portal – $41.99 Shipped

Saving With Shellie

Lego describes the set with these words: The eyes of ender have led you across a snowy mountainous landscape to a secret stronghold. Search for bookshelves in the cobwebbed, torchlit library. Don your diamond armor, grab your diamond sword and proceed with caution!

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Meet a Reader | Biker Liz

The Frugal Girl

Can’t believe I live here – a lake near my house Because I’ve lived so many different places, I’ve seen first-hand how good use of available resources can really improve overall community experiences, such as community gardens that utilize city-wide composting programs, to libraries, cycling infrastructure.

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Family Fun Free or Cheap June 2016

Saving Cents With Sense

Saturday, June 11th from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM – Landscape and pest control. Be sure and check out your local library and parks and recreation departments for free programs and events right in your hometown! Harkins summer movie program has begun! Sunday, June 12th from 1 PM – 2:30 – Choosing the best door locks.

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