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In this extra-long episode, Lisa and Amy dig into the second half of The Mystery of the Phantom Grasshopper. Sleepyside is in an uproar when everyone's favorite weathervane, Hoppy, is stolen from the top of the town hall. If that wasn't bad enough, a valuable coin collection is stolen from a school classroom. Can Trixie and the BWGs solve both of these crimes before Sgt. Molinson does? Will he even help at all? Tune in to find out.

In Lisa's ender, it's time for another party from the book Any Time is Party Time by Floye L. Free. It's a "Relaxing Time " party for the dead tired.

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In this episode, Lisa and Amy head back to Trixie land for a special in-between series book. The Mystery of the Phantom Grasshopper is filled with BWG intrigue and fun. There's a stranger lurking around town (and running after a tween), Bobby's a "secret" equestrian, a teacher's aide has a mysterious aura, and the BWGs need lots of meetings!

In Lisa's ender, it's back to the Frankels and Unusual Party Ideas and Games (1960). Get ready for a Beatnik party. "Fall in" and don't be "square."

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This week, Lisa and Amy finish off the Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle series with a wrap-up episode. Lisa provides a rundown of all the Piggle-Wiggle "cases," and she and Amy share their opinions about whether the children were actually cured. Also, Amy summarizes a biography she read about Betty McDonald and describes some of the author's other works. Lisa uses a new party book for her ender to top things off.

In Lisa's ender, "enjoy" a "Crying Time" party from the book Any Time is Party Time by Floye L. Free.

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In this week's episode, Lisa talks with permanent guest, Stephanie, about the Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle series. They also begin their plan for the Trans-Allegany Lunatic Asylum field trip. Lastly, as a special treat for all you Trixie Belden fans, Stephanie takes a quiz that tests her knowledge of the books. It's an episode you won't want to miss!

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day! In this episode, Lisa and Amy finish their discussion of the Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle series. The last two cures in Hello, Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle, are “The Whisperer” and “The Slowpoke.” But are those really the issues these children need cures for? Tune in and find out!

In Lisa's ender, Amy & Lisa celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a holiday party from the Cokesbury Party Book by Arthur M. Depew. Lisa also provides listeners with some fun, little-known facts about St. Patrick and the day that celebrates him!

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In this episode, Lisa and Amy start the last book they'll be reviewing in the Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle series. There are five more cures in Hello, Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle, and the magic potions are back! First up is "The Show-Off Cure," followed by "The Crybaby Cure," and a magical treatment for the neighborhood bully.

In Lisa's ender, the Cokesbury Party Book by Arthur M. Depew entertains with a Pirate Party.

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In this episode, Lisa and Amy finally finish their revisit to Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's Farm! The last chapter, "The Can't Find It Cure," have them both stumped. What exactly is Morton Featherwick's problem? Will a tough lesson about responsibility at Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's farm be enough to curb his distraction issue?

In Lisa's ender, it's back to the Frankels and their book, Unusual Parties and Games. This time, Lisa and Amy process two parties:  A "Make it & Take it" party and a "Barn Dance." Decide which craft you would like to make, then go to our FB group page to participate in a poll!

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In this episode, Lisa and Amy only have time to tackle one cure from Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's farm. The Fraidy-Cat Cure is for Phoebe Jackstraw who is afraid of everything. Will a trip to Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's magic farm be just the cure she needs to get over her fears? Tune in and find out.

In Lisa's ender, settle in for two President's Day Parties. First up is "Washington's Birthday Party" from The Cokesbury Party Book by Arthur M. Depew. After that, enjoy the Fellow's "First President Party" from A Calendar of Parties.

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Happy Valentine's Day! We're taking a break from Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle to provide you with this special episode. There's nothing like a good party to make your Valentine's Day even more fun (or at least tolerable). We have three parties on deck from two of your favorite party planners, and one new one! So, sit back and relax as you listen to Lisa and Amy try to understand "what is going on!" This episode's parties are Broken Hearts Party (Calendar of Parties by the Fellows), Valentine's Day (Suggestions for Socials by Ronald Keeler), and Valentine Party (The Cokesbury Party Book by Arthur DePew).

Enjoy the episode, and Lisa and Amy will be back next week with the continuation of Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle's Farm!

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In this week's episode, Lisa and Amy continue to chat about Mrs. Piggle-Wiggles Farm. In the two chapters they cover, the animals have a lot to say, especially Penelope the parrot who has now become quite the conversationalist! Cures discussed are "The Pet Forgetter Cure" and "The destructiveness Cure."

In Lisa's ender, it's time to move into some chilly January parties. To kick them off, settle in for an Ice Cube Social in a Winter Wonderland from A Calendar of Parties, by Edith & Jack B. Fellows.