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Reader’s Corner: Fun children’s events coming at KAL
In addition to the morning events, Kimberling Area Library will also host a monthly Lego Club on the first Tuesday of each month at 4:15 p.m., starting on Tuesday, December 2.

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Reader’s Corner: A class, and book, like no other
The book and the class are of inestimable value in giving students perspective on the history of the Vietnam conflict, helping many better understand their grandparents and other family members who served during that time.

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Reader’s Corner: Family fun at KAL children’s events
Along with Veterans Week, Thanksgiving, and the transformation of many communities into the festive atmosphere of Ozark Mountain Christmas, there are plenty of other fun and educational opportunities for area children to enjoy! The volunteers at Kimberling Area Library invite families to take advantage of children’s events coming up in November: On Monday, November 10, the Library welcomes KDM Builders for a special Storytime, starting at 10:30 a.m. In addition to building-t

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Reader’s Corner: There’s a new print journal in town
With so many publications focusing on their online/digital presence these days, imagine my delight when I opened my mail a few days ago and found something really special—the inaugural issue of the Ozarkian Hillcrofter: Journal of the Society of Ozarkian Hillcrofters. Regular readers of this column know I’m a huge fan—backed by research—of the multi-sensory value of holding and interacting with a print publication, and all the more if it’s a really enjoyable one! (As opposed

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Reader’s Corner: Paws and Pumpkins in Crane
Stone County Library invites the community to a fun evening of “Paws and Pumpkins” on Saturday, October 18, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Crane City Park. This fun fall celebration for all ages will feature a pet show—with prizes!—along with potato sack and 3-legged races, tug-of-war, cupcake walk and more. There will be live music, and pickers are welcome! There’s also a chili cook-off, so plan to bring your favorite recipe for the judges to try. At least five food trucks

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Reader’s Corner: Kids’ events and book sale at KAL
Good things are continuing to happen at Kimberling Area Library during October! It’s not too late to plan a stop by the KAL Annual Fall...

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Reader’s Corner: Who is Plato, and why read him?
Some Globe readers know I am frequently inspired by the antics of my orange rescue cat Dexter. He demonstrates tenacity, courage and...

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Reader’s Corner: Don’t miss the Kimberling Area Library Book Sale
Come and browse thousands of books including popular fiction, paperbacks, biographies and lots of non-fiction categories.

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Reader’s Corner: I just read a book
As they shared their stories, I felt like I made new friends with everyone they know, everyone they talked about.

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Reader’s Corner: The President and the Printer, revisited
Recently a favorite devotional writer, Janet Denison, shared a quote from C.S. Lewis about the wisdom of timeless literature: “It is a...

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Reader’s Corner: Read those magazines!
Books, obviously—I always have a stack on the side table and nightstand. But I had sometimes just allowed another great resource to pile up, too: Magazines!

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Reader’s Corner: ‘A Peace Unfettered’
Qené drew the book’s title from the many “fetters” that bound her heart to fear and lack of peace, compared to the peace she now enjoys from her relationship with God.

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Reader’s Corner: A Tale of a Whale—or more?
However, Yarbrough also presents convincing evidence of the book’s authenticity—after all, he’s a seminary president. That done, he then dives into the relevance of Jonah’s story for today’s Christian believer.

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Reader’s Corner: Dinosaur fun at Creation Experience Museum
With toybox space and shelf space at a premium in their home, I wanted to make sure what we selected was worthwhile, and the Creation Experience Museum bookstore did not disappoint!

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Reader’s Corner: Get the facts about recycling at Learning on Wednesday
Have you ever wondered just what is involved in recycling? Does it really make a difference how you personally handle your discarded...

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Reader’s Corner: Share some Flower Fairies
Not long after we moved to our current home, I planted two boxwood shrubs by our back deck. Confession: I do not care for tightly...

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Reader’s Corner: Why the book is better
It seems we’re surrounded these days by quick, easily accessible sources of information, as close as our smartphones. While it’s great to...

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Reader’s Corner: Great advice in a small book
The saying “Good things often come in small packages” can certainly be true for books! At a recent Concerned Women for America...

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Reader’s Corner: Does community thought need a comeback?
My husband and I were privileged to tour Orchard House, the home in Concord, Massachusetts, where Louisa May Alcott lived with her family, which inspired the setting and characters for “Little Women.”

Cynthia J. Thomas
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Reader’s Corner: Learn the history of Ozarks Float Trips at KAL
Driving through the Ozarks near any of the area’s beautiful scenic riverways, one is almost certain to see either private vehicles with a...

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