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Growing Up In BanderaBack in the day I didn't have to travel far from home to find an adventure. The Medina River was a short walk from our home and I made that trip as often as time and my mom allowed. Thinking back I can say those were some of the best times of my life and they didn't cost me a single dime. If I had a dime back then you can be assured I would have been headed to McGroarty's store for bubble gum and some penny candy.
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Cruisin’ the East End
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Book some time at the Bandera LibraryWe are pleased to announce the Bandera Library is beginning our phased reopening plan. We will continue our curbside service. The library is also booking appointments for a limited number of patrons to use the public access computers. We are requiring patrons entering the building to use a face mask and to practice social distancing while in the building. Call to make your appointment.
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Lakehills Library LeaningsThe library is gearing up for the Summer Reading Program for the kiddos, beginning Monday, June 8. They are calling it the To Go Program. For the first four weeks of June, the Director Dianna Landes will read to the youngsters via YouTube.
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See the latest Caddo Kuntree, by Larry Haddad |
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The View From Dry Creek HillHas anybody else noticed that news stories about the evils of screen time have disappeared? Before COVID we were bombarded with warnings about too much screen time harming kids and adults, not to mention how we were addicted to our devices and social media. We were supposed to get outside, meet people in person, and get all the endorphins and other good things that human contact brings.
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Frontier TalesSome of you “old-timers” may remember a magazine called the Frontier Times, published by J. Marvin Hunter. Beginning in 1923, Mr. Hunter gathered stories of pioneer days and was even able to interview a few elderly characters who actually helped settle the frontier. While perusing the pages, I found an article entitled “Historical Reminiscences” by Charles Beseler from the April 1929 issue, a reprint of an article originally published in 1909.
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Corona CrazyFor the last four years, I’ve been living a double life and sleeping around. Seriously. I’ve been spending my time at both the East Wing and the West Wing which is how I refer to my house and The Last Husband’s ranch. Sounds pretty fancy doesn’t it?
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Effectively ElenaWhile I was out walking this morning it came to me suddenly that if I could find a way to perpetually walk from East to West, I could increase productivity because I’d be striding against the earth’s rotation. In other words, I could make the laws of physics work in my favor; the sheer mass of the world moving under my feet will heighten my productivity.
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New arrivals at the Medina LibraryUnicorn Day by Diana Murray
The unicorns are celebrating their favorite day of the year, complete with rainbows, cupcakes, butterflies, and all sorts of joyful things. But when it's revealed there's an impostor in their midst, the party comes to a screeching halt...Will the unicorns welcome all and continue their fun in all its glittery glory? |
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Book some time with a good story
Local children's author tells tales of friendship, kindness, acceptance and courage.
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