The Community’s Center for Lifelong Learning Summer Reading Club begins Saturday, June 1, and runs through July 27. This year’s theme is A Universe of Stories. Fight off the summer slide. Join us for several fun and engaging programs for children and adults at the library. Track your reading and win fabulous prizes! Check out the library’s website for details.
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Balboa Pier in California, where Doherty hit the 5,000-mile-mark.
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her water bottle began growing black mold, she didn’t panic and refused to be deterred. Some of the hardest spans of the trip were when she didn’t have human contact for long stretches of time, though she did end up meeting many people and creating relationships along the way. Through it all, she thrived during the journey. Not only did she raise awareness for the Breaking Cycles Project, but Doherty gained a new perspective on life. “We can overcome any obstacle or situation we’re in,” Doherty says. “We just have to believe in ourselves.” Doherty plans to continue her work with Breaking Cycles, consistently working to help people live positive, confident lives. Yes, life happens. But people like Doherty are just happy to be along for the ride. Mallory Arnold is an assistant editor. Feedback welcome at marnold@cityscenemediagroup.com. www.DiscoverGroveCity.com
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