Meet Me at the Poughkeepsie Children’s Book Festival – March 28, 2026
Join Hudson Valley author Kathryn LaCombe at the Poughkeepsie Children’s Book Festival on March 28, 2026 at Dutchess Community College.
Welcome to my blog! Here, I share stories, simple tips, and rescue recipes to inspire positive change. Here’s what you’ll find:
I’ll show you practical ways to reduce food waste, try creative rescue recipes, and make the most of what you have in the kitchen.
You’ll find fun gardening ideas for kids and easy projects that teach about food, nature, and sustainability.
I’ll share inspiring stories and ideas on how food rescue, volunteering, and community work can make a big impact.
Join Hudson Valley author Kathryn LaCombe at the Poughkeepsie Children’s Book Festival on March 28, 2026 at Dutchess Community College.
Each year, 1.3 billion tons of food are discarded worldwide. At the same time, families across New York and here in Westchester County face food
Happy World Read Aloud Day! 🎉📚 This week I read A Rescue Feast to Pre-K–2nd graders, exploring how we can rescue and share food to
Before A Rescue Feast became a picture book, it was shaped by years of food rescue work, learning, and quiet observation. This page gathers the
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