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Stitches of Tradition (Gashkigwaaso Tradition) is a beautiful children's book that shares the Ojibwe tradition of handmade artisanal Ribbon Skirts. Little Tatiana is enchanted by her Nookomis' (Grandmother) custom of creating personalized Ribbon Skirts for all the big celebrations in her life. As she grows up, her Nookomis continues to sew her these gorgeous garments, and Tatiana feels grateful and honored to wear them out. This book brought joy to my heart, and I hope that you'll check it out, too!
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Puppetry with Wishing Chair Productions

Welcome back to The Spark, NPL's podcast about art and creativity.

Today, we're joined by members of NPL's Wishing Chair Productions to discuss all things puppetry and the history of this decades-old partnership between puppeteers and your local library system.

Find out more about Wishing Chair Productions and their shows at library.nashville.org/wishing-chair-productions

Join us for The Spark every third Thursday!

Theme song by Joey Frevola

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The Nightingale

When an emperor learns of a nightingale who sings beautifully in his garden, he makes the bird a guest of his court. When the emperor receives a mechanical nightingale as a gift he forgets about the real one, who takes the opportunity to escape the palace. But when the emperor is taken ill, can his mechanical bird comfort him?

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Andras Baive

A town’s champion, the swiftest, strongest man in the area, hears of someone even swifter and stronger – one Andras Baive. Determined to prove his superiority, the champion challenges Baive. Who will prove victorious?

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The Child Who Came From an Egg

A childless queen has a daughter and son using magical means. After her death and the king’s remarriage, the children are separated – from their father and each other. Will the Princess Dotterine find the life of comfort she was born to, or live a life in service to others?