Hooray! A brand new year! Let’s welcome 2026 with some stellar Picks. Clover’s suggestions for January are light-hearted and fun, stories to tickle readers’ funny bones. Moving forward, let’s set the mood-meter to pure joy, stay resolute about adding a smile-a-day to our calendars. Everyone knows “laughter is the best medicine,” and Clover is happy to prescribe a trio of “Smile-a-While Reads” that are sure to please. Page On! Enjoy! The Community Literacy Foundation, in partn

Excitement mounts for the click of hooves on the roof, and the joy we feel, at the hive or house, when friends and family come for the holidays. Memories flood our minds as we recall times past—our senses full to bursting with the sights, sounds, scents, and tastes in store for us in the coming days and weeks. To commemorate this blessed and best month, Clover presents her “Gift of a Good Book” Picks, a trio of superlative treasures to enjoy by the fire, share with a loved on

Thanksgiving puts bees and humans in thankful mode. In Clover’s flyovers, she’s touched by what she often sees, people “Grateful for Great Pets” lavishing love on their devoted dogs—pedigree pups and shelter saves—and independent kitties of all shades that amaze with their curious ways. Pets reward and astound, enriching our lives, and trying our patience at times too. This month, Clover hopes you’ll enjoy three superlative stories about pets, unforgettable dogs and a cat wit

Hello, Halloween! Excitement mounts as costumed kids knock on doors and ring bells envisioning sweet treats dropped into super-sized...