Check It Out Spring 2022

Quarterly Newsletter/Spring 2022

CHECK IT OUT

Keeping you connected to the Delaware County District Library.

www.delawarelibrary.org

Going far together.

In this issue, you’ll read about a new initiative the Library is undertaking with Boardman Arts Park. This is just one example of the way Delaware’s community organizations work together to make this area such a great place to live and work.

Here’s a partial list of local organizations with which the Library has partnered in the past year: The Arts Castle, Preservation Parks, Delaware African-American Heritage Council, OWU’s Ross Art Museum and its Lifelong Learning Institute, Delaware County Historical Society, Delaware County Genealogical Society, People in Need, SourcePoint, Delaware Public Health District, and Delaware Emergency Management Agency. Of course, the organization with which we work the closest is our very own Friends of the Delaware County District Library.

COVER STORY DCDL is so excited to debut our new mascot, Percival the Unicorn! Percival — or Percy, as we call him — sprang to life in the Imagination Garden at the Orange Branch Library this winter. He loves the Library so we made him a brand ambassador for all of Delaware County District Library.

You’ll find this mischievous unicorn all over DCDL, from surprise storytime appearances to parades and other community events. He’s extremely excited to meet everyone at the Unicorn Party on April 23 (see page 16 for more information).

Learn more about Percy on page 14. And find stories about unicorns with book recommendations from Mr. George on page 21.

For more going on at DCDL visit www.delawarelibrary.org/event

Collaboration makes it possible for these disparate agencies to share our limited resources while providing you with a wealth of opportunities and services. For example, DPHD and EMA made it possible for us to provide over 25,000 at-home COVID tests to County residents in 2021.

An old adage tells us, “To go fast, go alone. To go far, go together.” The organizations of Delaware County are in this for the long game, so collaboration will definitely let us all go far.

George Needham

DCDL BOARD OF TRUSTEES

HOLIDAY CLOSURES

Holly Quaine, President Scott Tiede, Vice President Connie Skinner, Secretary

Memorial Day Monday, May 30

Brad Allen Ceena Baker Beth Lear Nick McCoy

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LOCATIONS Delaware Library & Maker Studio 84 East Winter St. Delaware, OH 43015 740-362-3861

Community & Family Outreach Services 7171 Gooding Blvd.

Delaware, OH 43015 740-548-1660

Ostrander Library 75 North Fourth St. Ostrander, OH 43061 740-666-1410

Orange Library 7171 Gooding Blvd.

Delaware, OH 43015 740-549-2665

Powell Library 460 South Liberty St. Powell, OH 43065 614-888-9160

COMING SOON: Liberty Library 7468 Steitz Road Powell, OH 43065

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YOUR LIBRARY CARD LOAN PERIODS & LIMITS

LIBRARY MOBILE APP

Generous loan periods allow customers time to enjoy the items they have checked out while keeping materials continually moving for others, as well.

Access the Delaware County District Library with the tap of a finger. Explore recent releases, search the catalog, check your account, find out about upcoming events, and check branch locations and hours. With easy access to digital collections and easy renewals, it’s your library at your fingertips.

Material Loan Period Loan Limit Books 4 weeks 100 Audiobooks 4 weeks 20 New Books 2 weeks 100 Magazines 2 weeks 20 Video Games 2 weeks 3 Board Games 2 weeks 3 Launchpads 2 weeks 3 Wi-Fi Hotspots 2 weeks 1 *adults only Chromebooks 2 weeks 1 *juveniles only DVDs 1 week 20 Fines No materials will accrue daily fines. Voluntary fines for overdue materials are gratefully accepted.

DIGITAL LIBRARY Enjoy free access to these apps and websites, available through your smart device app store or at www.delawarelibrary.org. Just link your library card and you’re ready to go.

TV, Movies & Instructional Videos Creativebug Hoopla Kanopy LinkedIn Learning for Library Niche Academy

Music Hoopla

Digital Magazines Consumer Reports Ohio Digital Library (Libby)

Genealogy African American Heritage Ancestry.com Family Search Fold3 Heritage Hub HeritageQuest

Newspaper Archives Columbus Dispatch (1871 - present) New York Times Online (1851 - present) NewsBank

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Ebooks, Audiobooks, Graphic Novels Hoopla Ohio Digital Library (Libby)

Download from the App Store or Google Play store.

CENTRAL LIBRARY CONSORTIUM With a DCDL card, you also get access to millions of additional items in the collections of the 16 other member libraries. Items from these locations take slightly longer to arrive and require a hold to be placed.

Visit clcohio.org/member-libraries/ for a list of all libraries where you can use your DCDL card!

HOURS All DCDL locations will be open: Monday – Thursday: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Friday – Saturday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Sunday: Closed *The Ostrander Branch Library is closed on Mondays.

CURBSIDE OR DRIVE-THRU SERVICE IS STILL AVAILABLE AT ALL DCDL LOCATIONS. MISSION STATEMENT The Delaware County District Library serves as the public information provider for our community, using traditional and innovative technology to encourage curiosity, free inquiry, and lifelong learning in a friendly environment.

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Spring into Action with the

Author Visit:

Friends of the Library!

William Kent Krueger

Plant Sale

Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for details about our plant sale with Foertmeyer & Sons Greenhouse from April 18 - May 1. We can get your garden spring ready and you can support your Library!

Book Sales!

Orange Branch Library April 2 @ 9 - 3 Book Sale Delaware Main Library March 5 @ 9 - 3 Book & Media Sale May 13 @ 5 - 8 May 14 @ 9 - 3 Book Sale

Photo credit: Paul Dinndorf

Who: William Kent Krueger $25 Where: The Barn at Stratford When: The evening of April 27 Tickets: kentkrueger2022.eventbrite.com

Powell Street Market May 1 @ 9 - 4 Book Sale 5 WWW.DELAWARELIBRARYFRIENDS.ORG

ADULT PROGRAMS BOOK CLUBS Do you like to share your ideas & reactions about titles you’ve read? Like to discover others’ thoughts & opinions?

Join a Book Club for a fun, entertaining discussion.

Morning Clubs Kathy’s Book Club Ostrander 11:00am March 2: The Guncle

by Steven Rowley April 6: Good Eggs

by Rebecca Hardiman May 4: Standing in the Rainbow

by Fannie Flagg

Around the World in Books & Bites *Pre-registration is required

GREAT FOR AGES 18+

Books and Brews *Pre-registration is required

The Daily Growler - Powell 5:30pm March 9: The Lost Apothecary Zoom

by Sarah Penner 1:00pm March 28: The Secret Keeper of April 13: The Good Sister

by Sally Hepworth Jaipur by Alka Joshi May 11: The Last Thing He Told April 25: The One Hundred Me by Laura Dave Years of Lenni & Margot

by Marianne Cronin May 23: Crying in H Mart

by Michelle Zauner Carrie’s Book Club *Pre-registration is required Powell 5:30pm March 22: The Paris Library

by Janet Skeslien Charles April 26: This Tender Land

by William Kent Krueger May 24: Bewilderment

by Richard Powers Pam’s Afternoon Book Club

Afternoon Clubs Vicky’s Afternoon Book Club* *Pre-registration is required Zoom 1:00pm March 9: The Kitchen Front

by Jennifer Ryan April 13: Lightning Strike

by WIlliam Kent Krueger May 11: Anxious People

by Fredrik Backman Books and Brews

Olentangy River Brewing Co. 12:30pm May 18: Assassination Vacation

by Sarah Vowell

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Delaware 1:00pm March 29: 12 Years a Slave

by Solomon Northup April 26: This Tender Land

by William Kent Krueger May 31: Moloka’i

by Alan Brennert

Evening Clubs Vicky’s Evening Book Club *Pre-registration is required Zoom 6:00pm March 10: The Kitchen Front

by Jennifer Ryan April 14: Lightning Strike

by WIlliam Kent Krueger May 12: Anxious People

by Fredrik Backman

ADULT PROGRAMS ARTS & CRAFTS

TECHNOLOGY

Pinterest Crafts* Do you like to visit Pinterest for craft ideas but don’t always have time to create the idea?

Create a Pinterest-worthy craft at the library. *Pre-registration is required

Maker Studio Tour The Maker Studio offers a wide variety of equipment and tools to help you embrace your creative side. Visit the Studio and take a tour to see the space, look at samples, and ask questions.

Orange 6:00pm March 31: Spring Hoop Wreath

AUTHOR VISITS William Kent Krueger* Enjoy a night with William Kent Krueger presented by the Friends of the Library ** *Pre-registration is required The Barn at Stratford TBA April 27

Delaware 6:00pm March 2, April 6, May 4

Laser Engraving Coasters* Learn how to engrave your monogram onto a bamboo coaster. This class covers the Maker Studio Passport items under the Laser Track: “Handson machine tutorial” and “Engrave an object.” *Pre-registration is required Delaware 5:30pm March 10

Harla’s Book Club

Ostrander 7:00pm March 22: Fast Girls

by Elise Hooper April 26: Iron Lake

by William Kent Krueger May 24: Gone to the Woods

by Gary Paulsen

Masks will be required for all patrons who participate in an indoor library program.

Sarah Vowell* Hear a moderated conversation with “New York Times” bestselling author Sarah Vowell, as she discusses connections between the American past and present with her personal, humorous accounts.$ *Pre-registration is required Chappalear Drama Center 7:00pm May 20

$Ticket required. All ticket fees benefit the Friends of the Delaware Library. ticket links will be available closer to the event.

Delaware 5:30pm March 23

Buttons, and Bookmarks, and Notebooks, Oh My!* Learn how to operate three different analog machines the Maker Studio offers. Fulfills Maker Studio Passport Analog Track: “Laminate a bookmark,” “Make a set of buttons,” and “Bind a book.” *Pre-registration is required Delaware 5:30pm March 31

3D Printing Tutorial* Learn how 3D printers work, discover ready-to-print projects, and design your own project. Fulfills the Maker Studio Passport 3D Track items: “Hands-on machine tutorial” and “Find or design an item.” *Pre-registration is required Delaware 5:30pm March 16

Dry-Erase Calendars* Customize a dry-erase board with a vinyl overlay to get a reusable monthly calendar.

Fulfills Maker Studio Passport Vinyl Track: “Hands-on machine tutorial” & “Design & prepare a single-color decal.” *Pre-registration is required

Laser-Cut Jigsaw Puzzles* Laser-cut a photo into a one-ofa-kind jigsaw puzzle. This class covers the following Maker Studio Passport items under the Laser Track: “Hands-on machine tutorial” and “Laser cut a design.” *Pre-registration is required Delaware 5:30pm April 21

Find more information about the Maker Studio on page 20.

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ADULT PROGRAMS Customize a Koozie* Put your name or other simple design onto a can Koozie using a heat press. Fulfills the Maker Studio Passport Vinyl Track: “Hands-on machine tutorial” and “Use heat press to transfer vinyl.” *Pre-registration is required Delaware 5:30pm April 28

3D Printed Keychains* Customize a keychain and send your design to the 3D printer. Fulfills the Maker Studio Passport 3D Track: “Handson machine tutorial,” “Find or design an item” and “Send design to a 3D printer.” *Pre-registration is required Delaware 5:30pm May 12

LIFE SKILLS

The First Migration and the Green Book Delaware Toastmasters The Delaware County Toastmasters International Genealogical Society will is a non-profit educational present on reasons that Black organization that teaches Americans moved north and public speaking and leadership some of the difficulties they skills through a worldwide encountered when traveling. network of clubs.

Delaware Orange 6:30pm 5:30pm April 12 March 1, March 15, March 29 April 5, April 19 May 3, May 17 Ostrander History Walk Meet at the Ostrander Branch Library and take a walk about the village with Branch Manager Harla Lawson as she shares the history of Ostrander.

Difficult Decisions at the End-of-Life * Learn more about planning for end-of-life decisions with Endof-Life Doula Jacki Mann. Jacki Ostrander will answer your questions and 7:00pm May 3 take some anxiety away from end-of-life-planning. *Pre-registration is required Zoom 6:30pm May 3

LANGUAGE LEARNING ESOL Classes Ongoing multi-level English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes. First-time students will need to attend an Orientation Class on April 4th.

New students should call to register at 740-203-2267.

Orange 12:15pm Mondays, Wednesday, Fridays

LOCAL HISTORY Photographs of the Past Bring your old photographs of Ostrander to the library.

The older the better! Photos will be scanned to add to the local history collection and immediately returned.

Ostrander 2:00pm - 6:30pm March 8

WRITING Blackout Poet-Tree Night* Come and create your own blackout poetry leaves to add to our poet-tree! Staff will be available to help at 6:00 p.m.

Materials will be provided. *Pre-registration is required Orange 5:30pm April 7

Poet-Tree Interactive Display Help celebrate poetry month by reading or contributing to our community Poet-tree.

Read poems added by your neighbors and feel free to add another leaf!

Orange All Day April 8 - 30

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A-MAZING STORY contest

Lead readers through a maze to find Joey and his dog Guide young readers through the tall grasses and paths of Boardman Art Park's new Garden Maze with an A-Mazing Story to find Joey (the Muffler boy) and his dog at the center.

Submit a poem, up to 20 lines to tell your story.

The winner receives a cash prize and their story published at the Park and local Delaware library.

Visit BoardmanArtsPark.org/amazing for submission details

Contest closes April 15

Full Name: Percival

Favorite Food: Carrots

Job Title: Brand Ambassador

Favorite Part of the Library: The Imagination Garden

Favorite Game: Hide n’ Seek Dream Job: Librarian

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In partnership with the Delaware County District Library

Favorite Book: Percy Jackson series

by Rick Riordan

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GREAT FOR AGES 12 - 17

TEEN PROGRAMS Middle School Book Club* The Middle School Book Club meets on the first Monday of the month. (Ages 10-14) *Pre-registration is required

Delaware 3:30pm March 7: Realistic Fiction April 4: Terri Libenson May 9: Rick Riordan Presents

Teen Night Teen Night is back at the Ostrander Branch! Celebrate with books, games, and trivia for all middle school and high school teens.

Ostrander 5:30pm March 10

Dungeons & Dragons* Roll for initiative! Dungeons and Dragons is the ultimate tabletop game; join the adventure and learn to play!

This teen-led campaign starts February 26 and runs every other Saturday until May 21. *Pre-registration is required Delaware 5:00pm March 12, March 26 April 9, April 23 May 7, May 21

Teen Game Night It’s Game Night in the Teen Zone! Drop in anytime between 4:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to do some gaming with friends!

We’ll have the Nintendo Switch, board games, and snacks.

Orange 4:00pm March 28

Author Visit: Terri Libenson* Middle grade graphic novelist Terri Libenson visits DCDL to talk about her bestselling Emmie & Friends series! *Pre-registration is required

Teen Advisory Board* Help develop teen programs, make suggestions for teen Delaware spaces & more. Meetings count 2:00pm as 1-hour of volunteering.

April 9 *Pre-registration is required Zoom 4:00pm March 17, April 21, May 19

Looking for more programs? Check the adult programs on page 7. Teens are welcome at most adult programs.

Masks will be required for all patrons who participate in an indoor library program.

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EARLY LITERACY TIP

by Melissa Dougherty Youth Services Librarian Help your little ones’ pre-literacy skills bloom this spring by trying out some fun tips and tricks.

Read: Kids love to imitate what they see family and

friends doing. Let your kids “catch” you reading, or set aside some family reading time when everyone can read a book aloud together.

Write: Try exploring different writing tools. Get some paint and paper, then collect

some items from your yard or craft supplies. Does a feather or pipe cleaner work better? Try using an acorn or straw. Using differently shaped and sized tools can help develop fine motor skills.

Sing: Tired of kids’ songs? Try sharing your favorite music with your children. My

toddler and I love to rock out to the Beatles, Taylor Swift, and Broadway musicals!

Talk: Talking with your little ones is important even before they can talk. Don’t know what to say? Try narrating what you’re doing. Tell them your favorite memories from your childhood or things you’re looking forward to in the future. Even when it seems like they’re ignoring you, their brains are making connections.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Kids Cookbook Club (School-Age Children) We’re cooking up hand pies from “Baking with Kids” by Leah Brooks. With all supplies provided, kids will learn how to make simple and healthy food that tastes great.

Homeschool Book Club* (School-Age Children) Children will be given an opportunity to do book report type presentations before a group based on monthly themes. *Pre-registration is required

Ostrander 1:00pm March 5

Ostrander 1:00pm March 11: Women’s History April 8: All About Australia May 13: Oceans of Fun

Tween Art Explorers* (Ages 9 - 12) Explore a different artist or style and create something inspired by your new art history knowledge. This month we learn about the art of relief sculptures and how to create your own. *Pre-registration is required

GREAT FOR AGES 6-11

LEGO Club (Ages 6 - 11) Show off your LEGO skills. We’ll provide the LEGO bricks and will challenge participants with engineering, teamwork, and creative goals!

Delaware 6:00pm March 29 Ostrander 2:00pm April 30

Book Busters Book Club* (Grades 2 - 4) Calling all young readers! If you want to read fun books and Masks will be required for discuss them with other kids all patrons who participate and your local librarians, then Book Busters is the club for you. in an indoor library *Pre-registration is required program.

Orange 6:00pm March 14

Delaware 6:00pm April 5: The Mouse and the Motorcycle by Beverly Cleary

Play: Take a page from Mary Poppins’ book and make spring cleaning a game. Adding a time limit or adding a silly factor can make anything fun. You could turn on some music while they pick up their toys, but when you pause the song, everyone must freeze. Or you could pretend you’re secret agents on a mission while you run errands.

STORYTIMES OUT & ABOUT Offsite? Outside? Check out the online calendar or call your local library for the latest storytime locations.

This is where we will start in March.

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Chiller North: Tues & Thurs Check the calendar at @ 10:30am delawarelibrary.org/event Powell Municipal Building: for updates on where you can find storytimes this Weds & Fri @ 10:30am spring.

Willis Education Center: Weds @ 10:30am Ostrander Branch Library: Thurs @ 11am

Masks will be required for all patrons who participate in an indoor library program including children 3 years and older.

FAMILY PROGRAMS Rosa Parks & Friends Bright Star Touring Theatre takes us on a journey through time where some of the most remarkable figures from history come to life. Meet abolitionists, Civil Rights leaders, and, of course, Rosa Parks!

Orange 2:00pm March 11

All About Chick Hatching At this one-hour presentation, you will learn all about chickens and eggs. Great for all ages!

Then visit the library over the next three weeks to see if the eggs have hatched!

Delaware 6:00pm April 13

GREAT FOR FAMILIES WITH KIDS OF ALL AGES

Unicorn Party Rainbows, sparkles and unicorns! Bring your imagination to the library anytime between 2 - 3:30 PM and meet a unicorn or two. Fun for families with children of all ages.

Ostrander 2:00pm April 23

Delaware 6:00pm March 11

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Library Construction and Closures

Liberty Branch Library Progress Update!

We have a few construction projects coming up at the Delaware Main and the Orange Branch Libraries that will require us to close these locations for a week or so.

Orange Branch Library: The parking lot is being replaced!

Work is slated to begin the week of May 1*.

Delaware Main Library: The front sidewalks are being replaced!

Work is slated to begin the week of May 15*.

Because these projects limit access to library entrances, the building under construction at that time will close to the public. Remember that you can turn in and pick up items at any DCDL location. The digital library is also open 24/7! *Dates are subject to change based on weather and other factors. For the most up-to-date information visit us on social media.

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Since the ceremonial groundbreaking of the Liberty Branch Library on November 18, 2020, much progress on the new branch has been made! Tune in for a virtual update from Director George Needham.

What: An update on the new Liberty Branch Library Where: Zoom When: March 17 @ 12:00pm Registration: https://bit.ly/libertybranchupdate

We are so excited to open this new Library and get to share it with you all. We’re hoping to welcome you into this new space in Fall 2022.

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Bring the Library to you with

Home Delivery Services.

Home Delivery Services are available to library users who are unable to visit the library due to physical limitations.

Our Outreach Services staff carefully selects books, audiobooks, DVDs and other items to suit individual reading, listening and viewing tastes. Delivered to your home once a month, Outreach Services staff will update you on new materials and determine what you would like delivered the following month.

For more information and to receive Home Delivery Sevice please fill out an application on our website: www.delawarelibrary.org/outreach/ Want to see more of the Outreach Department?

The Bookmobile is out and about in the community. Keep your eyes peeled for the vehicle pictured above at festivals and other community events near you.

For more information about the Bookmobile or the Outreach Department, call 740-548-1660 or email outreach@delawarelibrary.org.

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What Is The Maker studio?

The Maker Studio is a project of the Delaware County District Library where people of all ages can make, invent, create, build, and learn. Bring your ideas to life using our tools, equipment, and software, including 3D printers, sewing machines, vinyl cutter, laser cutter/engraver, Adobe Creative Cloud, and more.

Master the Maker Studio Learn to use all the machines in the Maker Studio on your own!

To assist with your journey through all the tools in the Maker Studio, pick up a Maker Studio Passport! This guide will introduce you to all the methods and classes needed to fully master the space.

You can pick the passport up and check off your first box when you get a tour of the Maker Studio and all its gadgets.

(But you’ll be an expert by then so you could probably make it yourself!)

Complete every task in the booklet and we’ll help you make a custom, one of a kind Golden Library Card with the machines available.

Located in the Delaware Main Library 84 E. Winter St. Delaware, OH 43015 delawarelibrary.org/makerstudio 740-362-3861 makerstudio@delawarelibrary.org

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STAFF REVIEW

by George Morrison Youth Services Librarian In honor of our new mascot, Percy, I pulled together this awesome list of unicorn stories for little ones.

The Very Short, Entirely True History of Unicorns

by Sarah Laskow

Unicorns are real in our dreams, but why are there accounts of their existence in various cultures throughout history? Laskow’s book is very short and follows very true facets hiding behind the stories of the horned beast. Discover where and how we find unicorns in popular culture, historic lore, and even royalty.

A delightful introduction to mythical non-fiction for school-age children and up.

Unicorn Thinks He’s Pretty Great by Bob Shea

Goat is not sure about a unicorn he knows. Unicorn seems too cool.

Can Goat ever understand or even be friends with Unicorn? Have you ever felt like this about someone in your life? Celebrating how amazing others are because they are different from us can be a wonderful adventure. Laugh out loud with this fun read aloud picture book for Kindergarteners and up.

Uni Brings Spring by Amy Krouse Rosenthal

Follow Uni the unicorn as the joy of spring is coming. All the animals of the forest are excited. Oh no! Winter’s icy grip holds tight on the seasons. Can Uni use magical unicorn power to save the day? The series of picture books, board books, and readers offer many options for your unicorn fan. This enchanting reader has a large text size perfect for early school-age emerging readers.

Pacey Packer, Unicorn Tracker by J.C. Phillipps

Pacey is a regular kid with an imagination that fills her life with escape.

Now she has to journey through a Wizard of Oz-esque quest in the land of unicorns when her sister is whisked away from their home by a unicorn. Pacey is aided by her sister’s stuffed animal unicorn with an attitude. It keeps getting more ridiculous in the best way, right? Can Pacey save her sister from evil unicorn danger? Check out this new Graphic Novel series for 3rd graders and up.

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For more unicorn tales: bit.ly/unicornbooklist

Photo credit: Paul Dinndorf