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Earth Day!

For those into rock collecting, Arizona is a fantastic place! But our state is also a wonderland of sorts with its jaw-dropping and beautiful geologic formations. As Earth Day nears (it’s always on April 22), why not celebrate by planning a family trip to see one or more of these spectacular spots?

Nothing Could Be Grander!

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Beverly Cleary Dies

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Beloved author Beverly Cleary, creator of memorable characters like Ramona, Ralph S. Mouse and Henry Huggins, died March 25. She was 104.

Cleary was born Beverly Atlee Bunn. After early struggles with reading, Cleary became an AVID reader. She first thought about becoming a... Read more

Suez Canal Finally Open for Traffic

A cargo ship nearly as long as the Empire State Building blocking the Suez Canal.

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Satellite photo courtesy of Maxar Technologies

A cargo ship nearly as long as the Empire State Building that blocked traffic in the Suez Canal for almost a week has been freed.

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SPOOKY STORIES ARE GREAT FUN!

Apr 05, 2021

Jeff Kinney’s new book, “Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories,” was released March 16. This is the third book in the Awesome Friendly series, and it is spectacular! You’ll like it if you enjoy somewhat spooky and funny stories.

There are lots of fun short stories told from Rowley’s point of view. In my opinion, Rowley’s point of view is fun and exciting, like it is being told by one of your friends. The Wimpy Kid books are told from Greg’s point of view, and he seems to try to act older and more mature than Rowley.

Ellie Divijak

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REGISTER FOR LOWE'S GARDEN TO GO KITS

Beginning April 1, customers can register on Lowes.com for free Garden-to-Go kits. The first curbside event will be held on April 8 and then occur each Thursday through the rest of the month. These family-friendly activity kits can be reserved on Lowes.com starting one week before each event and kits include:

Date:

Thursday, April 1, 2021 - 12:00am to 11:30pm

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GIRL SCOUT STEM FESTIVAL

Create your own STEM experience as you choose from dozens of hands-on activities, live events, fun challenges, and booth experiences! Complete Girl Scout badge and award requirements! Go behind the scenes with the Broadway League, the FBI, Instagram, NASA, and more! Explore 30+ booths that offer live chat time, inspiring videos, and fun downloads! All girls will start the day by completing a fun Citizen Science activity with our Science Cheerleaders and end the day with the opportunity to earn a free patch.

Date:

Saturday, April 17, 2021 - 12:00am to 11:30pm

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MoneyCoach For Students

Parent putting coins with child inside a piggy bank.

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Become a financial expert at Hughes

MoneyCoach for Students is a free online resource designed to help students of all ages learn about basic and advanced financial concepts such saving, paying for college, and even credit.

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