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Events

Gardening

every Wednesday, 6:30 PM

Maple Heights Branch

Do you knit or have you always wanted to learn how to? Would you like to participate in charitable knitting projects and connect with members of the community? If so, join us Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 at the Maple Heights Branch. Current knitters should bring whatever project they're working on. New knitters should bring worsted weight yarn and size US 9 needles.

Get Organized

Tuesday, September 21, 7:00 PM

North Olmsted Branch

Learn the differences among clutter, chronic disorganization and hoarding. Karin Fried of Organizational Consulting Services will teach you about the organizing process and give you practical tips on how you can become more organized.

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Recommended Listening & Reading

Art of Preserving

by Williams-Sonoma

Sweet+savory recipes to enjoy seasonal produce year round

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Homemade Living

by Ashley English

Canning & preserving with Ashley English : all you need to know to make jams, jellies, pickles, chutneys & more

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Preserve It!

by edited by Lynda Brown

Bottled fruits, jams+jellies, pickles, cured meats

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Putting Food By

by Greene, Hertzberg, Vaughan

The classic work on the best ways to can, freeze, pickle, dry, cure, and preserve

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Home Makeover Resources

Would you like to transform your home? Find inspiration to create your dream space in this guide to books, DVDs, magazines and websites on home makeovers.
Home makeover resources

Help for Home Buyers

Purchasing a home is a big step! Get the information you need to find the right house for you and make the best financial decisions.
Home buyers resources