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Fun with chalk: Young muralist creates art for summer reading program at library

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Library employee Betsy Gessert is shown with the chalk mural she is creating for the summer reading program at the Woodstock Public Library. “I'm excited to see how it turns out,” she said. (Independent photo by Tricia Carzoli)

“There are Oceans of Possibilities when it comes to art,” Betsy Gessert said. “There are so many ways to create.” Gessert’s own art will be featured on the chalk wall […]

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