

China spotlight of library series
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The country of China was the first in a series of countries presented to youngsters at the Idyllwild Library Summer Program. With the Chinese flag as a backdrop, Idyllwild resident Ann Yangwegao Stroud gives an insight to her native culture to about 50 youngsters in the library’s patio. Stroud’s daughter, Mei Li Stroud, and son, Michael Stroud, assisted. Photo by Cid Castillo

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