We kicked off the year with a virtual reading of this classic winter tale, paired with an online retelling activity perfect for cozy storytelling at home.

We turned the back porch of the HCC into a full-on sensory adventure—splashing through water, squishing through mud, and swishing through grass. Everyone left with their own bear hunt hat and a nature scavenger hunt to continue the journey at home!

Plenty of friends joined us for a lively read-aloud of "Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day." We all shared a laugh as Alexander navigated his hilarious misfortunes, reminding everyone that even on tough days, there's always a bit of humor to be found.

In July, our Timeless Tales event brought "The Napping House" to life, where a sleepy stack of characters eventually found their nap disrupted by one tiny, lively flea!