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Mooredale’s Mayfair: Rosedale’s Community Fair Since 1946

Mooredale’s Mayfair: Rosedale’s Community Fair Since 1946

Mooredale’s Mayfair celebrates its 80th anniversary in 2026 at Rosedale Park, bringing families together for a fun-filled weekend of rides, games, food, and community connection.

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“Salma Speaks Up” by Danny Ramadan: An Empowering Story About Finding Your Voice

“Salma Speaks Up” by Danny Ramadan: An Empowering Story About Finding Your Voice

In Salma Speaks Up, Danny Ramadan explores themes of identity, confidence, and belonging as Salma learns to embrace her voice and stand up for herself and others. This Silver Birch Express nominee offers young readers a meaningful story about self-expression, empathy, and courage.

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“The Great Dinosaur Sleepover” by Linda Bailey: A Humorous and Heartwarming Children’s Book for Every Dinophile

“The Great Dinosaur Sleepover” by Linda Bailey: A Humorous and Heartwarming Children’s Book for Every Dinophile

In The Great Dinosaur Sleepover, Linda Bailey blends humour, resilience, and imagination in a heartwarming story about disappointment, unexpected surprises, and prehistoric fun.

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Finding Home in Unexpected Places:  Inside “The City of Lost Cats” with Vancouver Author Tanya Lloyd Kyi

Finding Home in Unexpected Places: Inside “The City of Lost Cats” with Vancouver Author Tanya Lloyd Kyi

A heartfelt look at The City of Lost Cats by Tanya Lloyd Kyi, exploring themes of belonging, community, and resilience through an imaginative, multi-perspective story featuring a young girl and a group of stray animals.

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"Songs for Ghosts" by Clara Kumagai: A Poetic YA Historical Fiction Novel

Discover Songs for Ghosts by Clara Kumagai, a haunting YA novel blending history, romance, and the supernatural. Through a hidden diary and a connection across time, this poetic story explores identity, grief, and the echoes of the past.

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