Explore & discover your local community this year!

Plus, a local festival reveals how to get involved!

Happy New Year, and welcome to this week’s edition of Community Connections!

Whether you’d rather explore a local museum, curl up with a good book, or get out and discover a new small business, we’ve got you covered!

Have you checked out this small business that opened in 2023?

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Winter is the perfect time to curl up with a good book, so why not join a local book club to inspire you to read while meeting new people?

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An astronaut onboard the International Space Station captured these photos by chance!

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Explore our community’s history while getting out of the cold and staying indoors!

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From useful tips for your cats to helpful tricks for your pups, check out this list to keep your furry friends safe during the colder months!

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If you’ve ever wanted to be part of the cast that brings alive the annual family-friendly festival, then don’t miss this!

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