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Specialty Store for Furry Friends Opens on Jackson Street Bring your dog to work day is everyday at HuggaMugga’s, downtown’s most recent addition to West Jackson Street. Roscoe, a lovable Dorset Bulldog, lounges behind owner Jason Lynn as he explains to me the story behind their unique store name. “When [Annalee, his wife], would come home to greet Roscoe, she would go ‘hug that mug, let me hug that mug’ and that kind of turned into HuggaMugga’s,” Jason says. “That’s kind of our slogan.” As the only dog and cat specialty store in the downtown area, it isn’t a surprise that HuggaMugga’s February 20 opening day was a hit. “It was a great day to open and so we were really pleased with how it went,” says Jason. With the store’s open glass window front and the welcoming environment only really seen in small towns like Thomasville, customers and their pets alike will enjoy shopping for American-made, quality products. The Lynns’ main focus for HuggaMugga’s is keeping the products they sell home-grown and of the best quality possible. “We try and get as much stuff that is made in the U.S. as we can. It’s really hard to do,” Jason explains, “to find something that doesn’t have anything to do with China.” Lynn later goes on to say that 90-95% of their products are from the U.S. and

that’s what they “look for first and foremost.” And for the other 5%, they “try to get them from reputable companies that have been in business for a long time.” The store offers dog food, toys, treats, collars, beds, crates, kennels and tons more. After entering the store, one of the first things a customer can see is the checkout counter’s glass case fi lled with treats. These treats, at least when I was there, came in football, squirrel, fire hydrant and many other shapes. They’re a great gift for your own pets {my dogs devoured them within about five seconds}, are homemade and shipped in from companies in New Jersey and Massachusetts. Since he’s worked a majority of his life managing small businesses, Jason understands that “it’s just a matter of people finding us,” as he puts it, and learning the seasonal trends in Thomasville. As he optimistically tells me about the store, Jason also talks about what store-life on Jackson is like: “Obviously Broad Street is a busy street, but we bought the building and you get a lot more ‘bang for your buck’ here on Jackson than on Broad.” HuggaMugga’s adds to the diversity of stores seen in downtown Thomasville and will surely become a local favorite for dogs, cats and their owners alike. - Catharine F.

Horses Provide a Helping Hand like no Other It has been a rough few months for Sandro. A string of illnesses have left him unable to sleep, exacerbating a lifetime of other concerns. He is easily frustrated and physically tries to hurt himself. Single words or phrases become a litany of repetition from his mouth – like an avalanche tumbling toward some unknown end. Sandro is 11 years old, and he lives his life in what is now known as the autism spectrum.

Instructors at Hands & Hearts for Horses help build physical and cognitive strength for more than 60 riders with special needs and disabilities each week. Success may be as simple as a smile and as poignant as a hug from a rider. Not uncommonly from a parent, it is a resounding expression of gratitude for giving a child a time of relief from the everyday stresses of life.

His mother tells his instructor at Hands & Hearts for Horses that he is “magically” put together when he is riding a horse. Even during periods of sleeplessness, therapeutic riding gives relief, his mother says. “There are a lot of smiles and appropriate conversation, little or no self-injury and the self-confidence and self-esteem he gains during each lesson is noticeable.”

Hands & Hearts for Horses is a nonprofit therapeutic riding center. Nearly half of the riders receive scholarship assistance. The program, along with care of 12 therapy horses, is made possible by contributions from individuals, businesses and foundations.

Susie Shin, program director for Hands & Hearts and Sandro’s instructor, says that he has reached a point during riding lessons where he will talk about situations that are immediately present in the arena and surrounding areas. Instead of frantically repeating over and over something that has been said to him, he will ask volunteers who are walking next to him during the lesson to look at something he has noticed in or around the arena – like the wind in the trees or a particular toy he is using during the lesson. A conversation you or I might take for granted is a triumph for this young rider. “Physically, this rider is very able-bodied and could ride the horse independently, but the confidence and trust was not completely there. The confidence that riding seems to give this child is truly wonderful and amazing,” Shin explains.

The Fourth Annual Hands & Hearts for Horses Hoedown raises funds for the program. It is Friday, March 18 at Sugar Hill Barn at Pebble Hill Plantation. Go to www. handsandheartsforhorses.org or call 229-403-0771 for more information.

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TEF Brings Mann with ‘The Voice’ to TCA Singer Chris Mann will bring the Golden Age of Broadway and the Great American Songbook to the Thomasville Center for the Arts on Saturday, March 12. Mann, a finalist in the 2012 season of The Voice and the singer who represented Team Christina Aquilera, is on break from the national tour of The Phantom of the Opera which kicked off in Arizona in May 2015. The concert is part of the Thomasville Entertainment Foundation’s six-concert series. Mann released his debut album Roads following his success on the reality TV show. He also starred in the PBS special Chris Mann In Concert: A Mann for All Seasons. Mann has performed with the National Symphony Orchestra and at Christmas in Rockefeller Center. He frequently performs for Ellen DeGeneres, The Tonight Show and has appeared on Glee. Thomasville Entertainment Foundation is a volunteer-led, non-profit organization established in 1937. TEF provides educational outreach programs for student and performing arts scholarships. The world-renowned pianist Emanuel Ax will perform the final concert of the TEF season on April 9 at the Thomasville Center for the Arts.

CHUMS CHUMS Grace Harrell Grace Harrell is a student, maker, actress, aspiring scientist and a townie. You might have seen her in a recent production or around town with a cute handmade tote. Chums come in all shapes and sizes and this one is eight years old! You’ve been in the Brookwood school play for the past two years. What do you like about doing the play? We get to show everybody that kids can do great things. What is your favorite Thomasville tradition? I like going to Victorian Christmas with my family. One time my sister and me went on a giant rocking horse and we had fun. It was really cool. What is your favorite subject? Art and Science. What is the coolest thing you’ve learned in science class? Probably simple machines. We use Legos to build something everyday. We follow instructions and fill out sheets about all the things we did. I like to build stuff like an engineer.

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What do you enjoy about sewing? It’s fun to make dresses and pillows…things that you can use every day.

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How do you feel when you make something? Really happy. I feel like I have accomplished something really big.

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What makes good friend? Someone who is kind and sweet and when you are sad, they try to make you feel better. They are always there for you.

The Thomasville Entertainment Foundation presents Singer Chris Mann Saturday, March 12, 2016 at 7:30p

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Do you have a friend like that? Yes ma’am.

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$38 for adults; $15 for students. To purchase tickets, call the Thomasville Center for the Arts box oﬃce at 229-226-7404. For more information education outreach programs and performing arts scholarships, visit www.TEFconcerts.com - June D.

Don Your Diamonds & Denim to Support the Chamber

The evening of March 5 will be a time to sip champagne, win some sparkly goodies, eat delicious food and support those who support our local economy. The Thomasville-Thomas County Chamber of Commerce is hosting their biggest and most glamorous fundraiser of the year, Diamonds and Denim. Assistant Director Christina Reneau says that proceeds from this event “go toward programming, education, and support of Chamber members.” The Chamber offers support for local businesses ranging from meeting space to networking opportunities and one-on-one strategy sessions with the chamber staff. The event begins at 5 o’clock and I highly recommend being punctual. A limited number of raffle tickets will be available for purchase in the form of champagne. For $10 you can enjoy a glass of champagne and a chance to win one of 10 bejeweled items in the Bubbles and Bling Raffle. As you sip your champagne-fi lled raffle ticket, peruse the silent auction. I might be biased but you should look out

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for the Superhero Package. I mean, it’s pretty cool that Thomasville is home to a superhero cape company. If you’ve already got a cape and tickets to your favorite superhero movie then maybe a Downtown Dining Package with gift certificates to all your favorite downtown restaurants will get your blood pumping. Or Maybe some handmade fishing lures and a new tackle box are just what you need. All of these and more are up for grabs in the silent auction. Just as the Bubbles and Bling Raﬄe closes the buffet line will open. JB Crumbs and Sweet Cakes are catering, so you know the food will be delicious and put you in the right mood for an exciting live auction. Items in the live auction include a Spa and Golf Getaway, an XL Big Green Egg, and more. You have to show up and see! Diamonds and Denim will be held at the Exchange Club Fairgrounds beginning at 5p on March 5. Tickets are $75 per person and are available at the door. - Emily M.

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St Patrick’s Day - Anything green! – Tell us a special memory relating to the day. One cold morning in the nation’s capital, watching a Leprechaun macebearer at the head of an emerald marching band.

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I remember being in ﬁ rst grade at Jerger in the 80’s and learning from my teacher, Bailey White, how St. Patrick drove snakes from Ireland. I could not picture why the snakes were afraid of the color green since were colorblind. - Chris

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When I was a little girl, I used to believe St. Patrick’s Day was named for my father, who is named Patrick. Even though I know it is not, I still think of it as his special day.

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In Savannah with my friend, Shannon, sitting by one of the downtown statues, waiting to meet my brother when several rough-looking young men surrounded and started harassing us. Suddenly, my brother broke through, held out his arms, pulled us both up, and walked us away. Thank goodness for brothers!

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The time Harrison Ford escaped from Tommy Lee Jones by donning a green plastic bowler he ﬁshed out of a trash can and slipping in among St. Patty's Day parade-goers. The Chicago River was so green that day. - Rich

I think about raucous events, overﬂowing with green beverages and loud people. Then, the day comes and I remember why I love it; Irish music is incredible. I ﬁnd a way to take part and celebrate my partially Irish ancestry..."Rath Dé ort!" - Hananel

Got pinched in school for not wearing green. Didn't learn though. I'm not Irish. - Priscilla

I was in kindergarten, my mom forgot to dress me in something green on St Patty’s day, so she went to Hallmark and got a four leaf clover pin for me to wear and brought it to school. - David

We didn't do a big thing growing up, but I always made sure to wear green. My sister Jordana had green eyes so she thought she was exempt, no matter what she wore, but I pinched her anyway! :} - Jana

A St. Patty's Day Remembrance: each year's celebration is a reminder that I was converted to faith in Christ on St. Patrick's Day, Sunday, March 17, 1963.

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Top Foods for Glowing Skin Nuts I started this habit of nibbling on nuts in the morning while getting ready for work: Brazil nuts and macadamia nuts specifically. I love the texture and they make my body feel good. Brazil nuts are extremely nutrient-dense and contain an impressive amount of Vitamin E and Selenium {giving skin a healthy glow}. Macadamia nuts contain impressive amounts of Vitamin A, protein and nourishing healthy fats that will enhance the health of hair, skin and nails.

Golden Eggs with Avocado Mid-morning, I eat a combination of 1/3 avocado and 2-3 hard boiled eggs. Eggs have lutein which promotes skin elasticity. Avocados are creamy and luscious and loaded with Vitamin C which is essential for healthy skin. They also have an impressive amount of good fat. This type of fat will nourish hair, skin and nails, satiate your appetite and is very satisfying. I add turmeric which is a proven anti-infl ammatory and powerhouse antioxidant. I also sprinkle with nutritional yeast which boasts high amounts of B vitamins. This is something I have only recently discovered and use it almost every day. It also works well on salads and vegetables.

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Spend Spring Immersed in Local History The Thomas County Historical Society’s annual Spring Lecture Series, held every Tuesday in March, kicked off on March 1. This spring we’ve compiled a five-lecture series, drawing speakers from across the state whose research explores an array of topics ranging from sporting culture and ecology of the Red Hills region, to political intrigue and controversy of the county unit system, to a local architectural marvel and a Civil War prison camp site’s rediscovery. All lectures are free and open to the public and will begin at 7:30p at the Museum of History at 725 North Dawson Street. You’ll have the chance to Make History on Saturday, March 12 at the Lapham-Patterson House, as we participate in a special Women’s History-themed Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day Live!, a national day of free museum admission. From 10a - Noon, as a part of our ongoing Make History! program for guests of all ages, you are invited to participate in three activities designed to introduce you to the female voices of the Lapham, Larmon and Patterson families. Guests can conduct a scavenger hunt of Mrs. Lapham’s house from top to bottom, create a one-of-a-kind sculpture like the amateur artist Mrs. Larmon and design a World War II poster inspired by Frieda Patterson. To attend Make History! download a Museum Day Live! ticket from Smithsonian.com/museumday. Tickets provide admission for 2 persons aged 6+. No ticket? No problem: Adults: $3, Children 6+: $2, Children 3-5: $1, under 6, free. Guided tours will be available on the hour from 1 to 4p. For free admission, guests must present a physical or digital

Museum Day Live! ticket at the door. Regular tour fees: 18+: $5, Age 6-17:$1, and Under 6: free. For more information on these upcoming spring programs and more, please follow us on Facebook {ThomasCountyHistory} and Twitter {@ThomasCoHistory} or visit our website: www.thomascountyhistory.org.

Spring Lecture Series Lineup March 1

“From Lake Iamonia to Nutall Rise: A Sporting & Historical Odyssey”—John Ladson, III

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“Thomas County: 101—Ephraim Rotter, Curator, Thomas County Historical Society March 15: “The Hansell War: Meigs vs. Pelham”—Ephraim Rotter, Curator, Thomas County Historical Society

March 22

“The Lapham-Patterson House: Reflections on Thomasville’s Most Whimsical House”— Kenneth H. Thomas, Jr.

March 29

“Archaeological Study of the Civil War Prison Camp Site”— Kha McDonald, Senior Assistant City Manager, & Guests - Amelia Gallo is an Educator & Assistant to the Director at the Thomas County Historical Society and Museum of History

Youth Arts Month Kicks off at the Center Thomasville Center for the Arts is ready to paint and perform this March, as the coming month marks their annual participation in Youth Arts Month. “YAM” is a national celebration of art and art education, and all month long, TCA will host art-based, family-friendly events that are free and open to the public. “We look forward to YAM every year – we love being able to share these experiences and celebrate our local student artists with our community,” says Mary Oglesby, TCA’s Youth Program Director. “Every week, we offer something for free that appeals to a range of artists across all ages…from a teen jamming session to a family puppet workshop!” Tuesday, March 1: TCA kicks off YAM with the unveiling of Youth Arts Show at TCA, featuring local high school artists’ work. Regional visual art experts will jury the pieces and finalist will receive scholarship and award money. The Youth Arts Show exhibition will open March 1 and will run until March 31. Saturday, March 5: Join Atlanta puppeteer, Peter Hart, for an International Puppet Show at TCA. The performance will feature puppets from different cultures and countries around the world. After the show, join Hart for a puppet-making workshop! The event is free, but registration is required for the workshop. Don’t wait to register because space is limited!

Mark your calendars for a special event open to all area students and parents who would like to know more about the college admissions process. Brookwood School will host a free open panel discussion with admissions representatives from six colleges in Georgia and Alabama on Thursday, March 17, at 7:00 p.m. This event in Hines-Watt Hall will welcome reps from the University of Georgia, Auburn, University of Alabama, Wofford, Samford and Georgia Tech.

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Tuesday, March 8: TCA’s Hananel Jackson and the youth education team will host a Teen Art Jam at Bloch Music. Teens can perform or hang out, supporting each other as they participate in jam sessions, monologues, poetry and more. Friday, March 18: Join us for a Youth Free-for-All Lock In hosted by TCA’s Hananel Jackson and the youth education team. Specifically for children ages 5-12, the evening will be a great event. Kids will enjoy creative games, crafts, pizza, and a movie! The lock in is free but registration is required. Make sure to register soon because space is limited! On three separate Saturdays during the month of March, drop by Studio 209 for a family fun art activity where TCA will spotlight a different school system each week! Brookwood School will lead an activity March 5, Thomasville City Schools will be at Studio 209 March 19 and Thomas County Schools’ Art Project will be held March 26. For a full schedule of events and to register for the puppet making workshop and Youth Lock-in, visit thomasvillearts.org - Callie S.

Sunday, March 6: New this year is the Performing Arts Competition and Scholarship, made possible through the

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support of the Thomasville Entertainment Foundation, Thomas University, and TCA. Come out and cheer on your favorite student artists as they compete for up to $1000 in scholarship towards additional training in their chosen field.

Students and parents are encouraged to come and hear case studies from the panel on students who have previously applied to their respective schools. The panel will open up for questions and discussion, so parents

and students should bring along questions about the admissions process about which they are unclear. Brookwood's Director of College Counseling, Vic Spigener, says that this gathering of reps from six colleges at once is unprecedented. The aim of the event is to demystify the often rigorous and befuddling process of submitting college applications and to prepare students and parents for what to expect. To inquire further, Mr. Spigener, who also offers independent college counseling services, is available at (229) 226-8070. To RSVP to the event, go to Brookwood's Facebook page. - Jennifer W.

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Dance Card Friday, March 4 Thomas County Public Library, 201 N. Madison St., 12-1p Michael Hanna will speak on Horses, Children and Miracles for Hands & Hearts for Horses. Contact Nancy Tillinghast for more information at 229-225-5252.

Thomasville-Thomas County Chamber of Commerce Denim and Diamonds Auction

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Behind the Metcalfe Methodist Church, 2009 Beachton-Metcalfe Rd. 9a3p There will be up to 70 local craft and food vendors, as well as musical entertainment and a car show. The Metcalfe Community Associaltion will also be hosting a raﬄe and community garage sale. All proceeds from the raﬄe and sale will help restore downtown Metcalfe. Contact Kristin McGragor for more information at 229-221-5158.

TEF Presents: Chris Mann

Thomasville Center for the Arts, 600 East Washington St., 7:30p A 2012 finalist on NBC’s The Voice, Chris Mann has parlayed his classically trained voice and movie-star looks into a successful career, including the lead role in the 2015 North American tour of Phantom of the Opera and his own PBS special. The singer-songwriter performs everything from big band to Broadway to pop. www.TEFConcerts.com

Do A Little Big Thing to End Alzheimer’s

Downtown Thomasville, 5-9p Join in support of the Alzheimer's Association in finding a cure! Bars included in the Bar Crawl are: Bacchus, Liam's, Billiard Academy, Sweet Grass Dairy, and The Plaza. Event starts at either Bacchus or Liam's between 5-6p.

The Lapham-Patterson House Invites you to “Make History!”

Lapham-Patterson House, 626 N. Dawson St.,10a-12p Guests of all ages are invited to join us in exploring the women of the Lapham-Patterson House through special activities as part of our Make History! series. Activities include a scavenger hunt of Mrs. Lapham’s house from top to bottom, creating a one-of-a-kind sculpture like the amateur artist Mrs. Larmon and designing a World War II poster inspired by Frieda Patterson. To attend Make History! free of charge, please download a Museum Day Live! ticket from Smithsonian.com/museumday. Tickets provide admission for 2 persons aged 6 or older. Children under 6 are free.

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Thomasville Center for the Arts, 600 E. Jackson St., 4p, $5 donation "Sundays at Four" offers monthly concerts that feature local and regional artists performing a wide range of musical styles. Reception to follow the performance. For more information, please go to www.thomasu.edu/actu.

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The Bookshelf, 126 S. Broad St., 1-3p Join the Bookshelf for a book signing with Robert Buccallato, author of the new book Jimmy Carter in Plains: The Presidential Hometown. For more information, contact Annie at The Bookshelf at 229-228-7767.

Thomasville First United Methodist Church, 425 N. Broad St., 12p "Fridays at Noon" offers bi-monthly lunch concerts that include a complimentary luncheon and feature regional and occasionally national performing artists in the chapel of the First United Methodist Church.

Book Signing with Robert Buccelatto at The Bookshelf

Southern Regional Technical College, 15689 US-19, Building D – Rooms 106-108 9a-12p PURSES Inc. "Unlocking The Treasure Within You" presents the 3rd Annual Prom Squad Operation. This free pre-prom event will include door prizes, beauty inspiration, hair tips, and a collection of gently used gowns and suits to choose from. For more information visit www.angelajohnsonc.com, emailpurses_unlockingtreasure@yahoo.com or call 229-699-4558.

Fridays at Noon Concert: Tallahassee Bach Parley

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Third Annual Prom Squad Operation

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Exchange Club Fairgrounds, 2057 GA-122, 5p, $75pp This year’s theme is Denim & Diamonds! Doors will open at 5:00 p.m. with a "Bubble & Bling Raﬄe," live and silent auctions, catering provided by JB Crumb’s and live entertainment by The MainStream Band! Corporate sponsorships and individual tickets are on sale. For information about tickets or to donate auction items, please contact the Chamber at 229226-9600 or info@thomasvillechamber.com. Tickets may also be purchase online at www.thomasvillechamber.com.

Thomas County Museum of History, 725 N. Dawson St., 7:30p The Museum of History is proud to host this annual lecture series featuring speakers from Thomas County and beyond. Lecture Topic – THOMAS COUNTY: 101 | Speaker: Ephraim Rotter, Curator, Thomas County Historical Society. For more info visitwww.thomascountyhistory.org or call 229-226-7664.

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A lot of folks gripe about February – elsewhere it’s cold and grey, and the winter doldrums have begun to set in – but here in the South, I think February is a delight. There’s Valentine’s Day {or, my preferred holiday of choice, Galentine’s Day} and my birthday to celebrate, plus you can feel it, can’t you? Spring is headed this way. Even on the chilliest of days, the sky is bluer, and the pollen has started to dust my porch. Spring is coming, a promise of beauty before the sweltering heat of summer. I love this time of year, and as a bonus, I enjoyed quite a few of the books I read during this, my favorite month.

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County War: Meigs vs Pelham | Speaker: Ephraim Rotter, Curator, Thomas County Historical Society. For more info visitwww.thomascountyhistory.org or call 229-226-7664.

Thursday, March 17 The Boston Business Association presents “Leprechauns on the Loose”

Downtown Boston, GA, 6-9p Come Sham-Rock the Town! An evening of shopping, shenanigans and a whole lot of malarkey! Wear your luckiest green attire for discounts at participating stores, Shamrock Hunt, Pot O’ Gold Raﬄe and entertainment in the park. For more information, contact Betty Hoskins at 229-224-8660.

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TCA Whet Your Palette at 209 with Cindy Inman

TCA Studio 209, 209 W. Remington Ave., 6-8p Join Cindy Inman for March’s Whet Your Palette – she will teach an acrylic painting class, focusing on gesso painting techniques. The subject is a green frog – perfect for the holiday! $25pp To register visit www.thomasvillearts.org or call 229-226-0588.

A Colorful Night at The Bookshelf

The Bookshelf, 126 S. Broad St., 6-7p Join for a night of fun, relaxation, and community. A Colorful Night at The Bookshelf is for all you lovely folks that like to color. Bring your own coloring book, or buy one from our shelves, and we will provide you with colored pencils, crayons, etc. to create a creative masterpiece! Of course if you have your own tools, you are more than welcome to bring them to share.

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Let’s Just Say It Wasn’t Pretty by Diane Keaton. I turned 30 on February 2, and my husband gifted me with “book bonds,” money to spend at other independent bookstores I love and try to support. We drove down the coast to Seaside, where I popped into Sundog Books and promptly purchased this Diane Keaton memoir. Let’s Just Say It Wasn’t Pretty is as quirky as Diane herself, and it was the perfect book to welcome a new decade of life. In the memoir, Diane reflects on a variety of topics, most of them about aging and beauty and grace. This particular book found me at the perfect time, and I’d guess it would make an excellent birthday or even hostess gift. My Name Is Lucy Barton by Elizabeth Strout. Confession: I didn’t love Olive Kitteridge, Elizabeth Strout’s Pulitzer Prize-winning short story collection. I’m glad I read it, but I didn’t necessarily enjoy it. {Though I don’t believe you have to enjoy a book to gain something from it, obviously.} All that to say, I purchased Strout’s new novel from Sundog Books on my birthday, and I’m so glad I did. It’s a beautiful novel, both inside and out. My Name Is Lucy Barton is a quiet story, and its length might fool you into rushing through its pages. Don’t! Savor this one, and follow Lucy as she recounts her flawed, often broken relationship with her mother. My Name Is Lucy Barton lends itself to book club discussions, too. The Good Goodbye by Carla Buckley. The Good Goodbye made a list of Domino magazine’s top books to look forward to this spring, so I snagged it off the shelf when it released earlier in February. The book jacket implies it’s being marketed as a thriller, but don’t be fooled: The Good Goodbye is a family drama at its core, often encouraging readers to ask themselves how well they know their spouse or their children. The novel opens as Natalie Falcone receives the phone call no parent wants to hear: her daughter has been critically injured in a dorm room fire, and the police suspect arson. I began The Good Goodbye with comparisons to Celeste Ng’s novel, Everything I Never Told You, swirling in my head; this book isn’t quite as literary as Ng’s, but fans of Jodi Picoult and Kimberly McCreight’s Reconstructing Amelia should be more than satisfied. The Interestings by Meg Wolitzer. Another birthday purchase, this one from Hidden Lantern Books in Rosemary Beach, The Interestings has been on my TBR list for a while. I finally took the plunge last month, and although the premise of the book is appealing – the novel takes a group of teenagers who meet at a summer camp and follows them all the way up until middle age – I found myself anxious to finish and move on to the next book. This could be due to the fact that The Interestings bears quite a resemblance to A Little Life, another novel that takes a group of NYC teens and follows them into adulthood. I loved A Little Life, despite or because of its tragic content and impeccable story telling, so The Interestings inevitably fell a little flat. {Though if you haven’t read – or won’t read – A Little Life, The Interestings could certainly make a suitable substitute.} I did love how Meg Wolitzer told the stories of these characters without having to do so in a linear way; the story wove through several decades without ever being confusing. Have you read this one? I’d love your thoughts! American Housewife by Helen Ellis. American Housewife was my first short story collection of the new year, and it didn’t disappoint. Helen Ellis is biting and witty, and each story in this book captures the American housewife in her element; there are casseroles and nosy neighbors and book clubs, and the result is this really funny work of literature. I loved this one. {It’s a short collection, too, so if you’re not much of a short story fan, I actually think this could be a fun starting point for you.} Opening Belle by Maureen Sherry. Let’s call this one The Big Short Lite. Here’s what I mean: I haven’t read The Big Short yet, but I loved the Oscar-nominated movie. It felt like a really entertaining economics class, and Opening Belle – which features a female protagonist working her way up on Wall Street – explores those same themes, only with a much lighter touch. Reese Witherspoon has already optioned the book for a movie in which she will star, so… I was sold. The book itself really isn’t groundbreaking, and I though it started much stronger than it finished, but it was fun and light, and I can see this one landing in beach bags this summer.

- Annie Butterworth Jones Co-Owner + Managing Partner The Bookshelf