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PBS's Clifford the Big Red Dog visits local libraries

Clifford the Big Red Dog was in Blaine County, first in Chinook at the library last week, then in Harlem earlier this week. Anyone who's watched children's programming on Public Television during the last half century, has likely seen "Clifford the Big Red Dog." But to see Clifford up close and real, that was a special treat for kids and parents alike.

Perhaps some viewers will be surprised to learn that Clifford will turn 55 this fall, he already qualified for AARP membership a few years ago. The Clifford books, and there were over 150 titles, were written and illustrated by Norman Birdwell w...