Happy birthday to Brad Clark, Laura Clark Smith, Jim Blevins, Mike McGregor, Virgil Hope, Kandy Wollenberg, Jackson Ewing, Kevin Jones, Allen Biggs, Phylis Norvell, Cooper Lynn, Marsha Woolly, Brandon Powell, Shelly Matthews, Alyssa Rooker, Cannan Haynes, Ryki Gay Hudson, Gustavo Chacon, Cristina Hernandez, Carlos Pacheco, Pat Sheehy, Fernando Ivan Auz, Jeffery D. Wood Jr., Diana Legarda Del Toro, Tammy Burton, Thelma Arriaga, Micah Chavez, Jacob Dumas, Wyatt Mills and Darren Michael York.

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Make plans now for a three-part series at the Purcell Public Library “STEAM Kids 8-11: Witch Crafts” Tuesday, October 15, 22 and 29.

The programs will be held from 3:30-4:30 each of the days in the STEAM area of the library.

Did you know, almost everything we use connects back to STEAM? Discover the elements of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math through hands-on activities and exploration.

Boost your problem-solving and teamwork skills in these programs on Halloween themed hat, broom and potion making!

This program will include 3D printing, sewing machines, and science experiments!

Week 1, October 15: Hat making

Week 2, October 22: Broom making

Week 3, October 29: Potions!

Full registration is required for the programs.

For more information call 405-527-5546 or register online at pioneerlibrarysystem.org.

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The Purcell Public Library will present “Music Connection” Tuesday, October 15, from 4-5 p.m. in the small banquet room of the Purcell Multi-Purpose Center.

Music Connection is a interactive music and story program for children ages three to seven and their caregivers.

It includes singing, playing instruments, listening, moving to music and more.

Engaging with music is a fun way to build and strengthen early literacy skills, helping kids succeed in learning and in life.

For more information call 405-527-5546 or register online at pioneerlibrarysystem.org.

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The Purcell Public Library will sponsor a styrofoam recycling project Saturday, October 26, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon.

The recycling project will be held in the library meeting room at 919 N. 9th.

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This will become one of your favorite recipes!

Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

1/2 lb. bacon, cooked and chopped

1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced

1 tbsp. olive oil

1 packet dry Ranch dressing mix

8 oz. pasta (I used shells)

1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded

1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded

Salt/Pepper to taste

1 jar Alfredo sauce (14.5 oz)

Preheat oven to 375° and grease a 9 x 9 baking dish.

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook bacon until brown and crispy, about 7 minutes. Drain fat and place bacon on a paper towel to absorb the grease.

In a gallon size Ziploc bag, add in the olive oil, diced chicken (raw at this point), and Ranch mix.

Shake around in a bag until chicken is evenly coated.

Add chicken to skillet and cook until no longer pink. Set aside.

In a pot of boiling water, cook pasta until al dente.

Drain water and add pasta to greased baking dish.

Add cooked chicken and Alfredo sauce to the pasta.

Sprinkle both cheeses, bacon, and salt/pepper to the top of the Alfredo and place the pan in the oven.

Bake until bubbly and cheese is melted, about 15 minutes.