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Black History Month: Animators Spotlight

Posted by Jack on February 14, 2022
Categories: Movies, Music & Entertainment Tags: Animation, Art, Black History, Children's Movies, Movies

In an industry predominately white male, we need to highlight and celebrate Black Animators, who bring their voices and talent to major companies giving us diverse stories and characters. As we promote the arts in Fountaindale Library, it seems fitting…

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2021 Holiday Events & Celebrations for Families

Posted by Melissa on December 1, 2021
Categories: Children & Tweens, Events Tags: Celebration, Children's Books, Children's Events, Children's Movies, Holiday

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The lights are twinkling, families are gathering and there are an amazing amount of joyful celebrations and events happening. Be sure to join us all month long for storytimes, crafts and fun…

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Mrs. C’s Book vs Movie Review Challenge

Posted by Melissa on December 1, 2021
Categories: Books & More, Children & Tweens Tags: Book Review, Children's Books, Children's Movies, Contest, Movie Review

Join Mrs. C’s Book vs Movie Review Challenge! Children in grades K through 5 can read a book, watch the movie based on the same book and then submit their review through Monday, January 31 to receive a small prize….

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Review to Win: Mrs. C’s Book and Movie Review Challenge

Posted by Tana on April 1, 2021
Categories: Books & More, Children & Tweens, Movies, Music & Entertainment Tags: Book Review, Children's Books, Children's Movies, Contest, Movie Review

Join Mrs. C’s Book and Movie Review Challenge to win prizes! Children in grades K through 5 can submit reviews through Monday, May 31 to receive a small prize. All participants will also be entered into a grand prize drawing,…

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Christmas Favorites for a Cozy Night In

Posted by Chris on December 21, 2020
Categories: Children & Tweens, Movies, Music & Entertainment Tags: Children's Movies, christmas, Movies, Staff Picks

As the weather gets cold, we tend to spend more time inside (this year in particular), so curling up on the sofa with a Christmas movie seems perfect to me. Yes, some hot cocoa, popcorn and maybe some Christmas cookies…

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