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Halloween and the Celtic Festival of Samhain

An ancient tradition tied to modern day Halloween

In modern-day America, most of us think of Halloween as a fun holiday — a time when kids of all ages get to shed their everyday personas and dress up as anything from a witch or a monster to a … Continue reading

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“We Are Not Ourselves” by Matthew Thomas

A critically acclaimed novel about life, love, loss and the struggle to overcome grief

The critically acclaimed first novel by Matthew Thomas, “We Are Not Ourselves” is a sweeping tale of life, love and loss set against the backdrop of mid-century New York. The book spans six decades in the life of Eileen Tumulty, … Continue reading

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