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Inexpensive Valentine’s Day Crafts
Valentine’s Day and crafts are like most classic combos we all love—milk and cookies, peanut butter and jelly, or extra guac and tacos. Crafting can be a fun way to engage with your kids, as well as an opportunity to de-stress from the challenges that come from being a parent in the Digital Age. And because we…
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Thankgiving: A Comedy of Errors?
Ah, Thanksgiving is coming. A time for family and friends to gather, and videos of turkey frying disasters to be posted. Anyone who cooks has stories of triumphs and tragedies in the kitchen, especially when it comes to holiday cooking. Some of those less successful attempts at culinary masterpieces become legend. For my family, these…
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Last-Minute July 4th Recipes
So either you forgot the holiday was this coming up on Tuesday or the work-week made it impossible to plan ahead. No matter what the reason, we have you covered! Refreshing Beverages Sparking Red, White and Blue Sangria from Gimme Some Oven Ingredients: -1 bottle dry white wine -2 cups (1 pint) fresh blueberries…
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Spring DIY Crafts to Do on a Budget
Here in Orlando, our seasons always seem to be mushed together under one hot umbrella. Trying to make improvements or enhancements doesn't have to be super expensive, so to make this season stand out I’ve collected five simple DIY projects to make your home bloom. At the library, we're all about being budget friendly, after…
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No-Bake Desserts for Spring
Looking for easy and fun-to-make desserts, but don’t want to spend your day in a hot kitchen? The library has you covered! These delicious sweet treats are guaranteed to satisfy—no oven required. 1. Frozen Fudge Pops from The Joy of Cooking What better way to beat the heat than with a frozen fudge pop? This…
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7 Books to Spring Into Gardening
The first day of Spring—also known as the Vernal Equinox—officially began today at 6:29 a.m. EDT. In numerous cultures, this transition marks an opportunity for new beginnings. Here are seven book recommendations from library staff to spring into gardening this year. Plus, we've included a free coloring sheet for you to enjoy at the very…
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14 Romance Novels to Read This Valentine’s Day
Valentine's Day—or Saint Valentine's Day as it also known—is an internationally recognized holiday that centers on a celebration of love. And while the holiday was not always a romantic or sentimental celebration, the earliest presence of these ideas can be found in the 14th Century when Geoffrey Chaucer and other writers explored the concept of…
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