Beyond the Book, A Literary Experience

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Cook County

Lauren Traut

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Homewood-Flossmoor

Illinois

Bookstore • Coffee • Podcast Studio Step into Beyond the Book, a cozy literary haven where stories, coffee, and community come together. More than...

Meet Freddy. At nearly 100 lbs., this two-year-old is a "great big sweetheart," according to folks at the South Suburban Humane Society (SSHS). He's already been neutered and is up-to-date on all his shots. If you're interested in learning more about Freddy or any other pets, you can check out <a href="http://www.southsuburbanhumanesociety.org/adopt/dogs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">their listings on the SSHS website</a>.

At nearly 100 lbs., this two-year-old is a "great big sweetheart," according to folks at the South Suburban Humane Society (SSHS). He's already been neutered and is up-to-date on all his shots. If you're interested in learning more about Freddy or any other pets, you can check out <a href="http://www.southsuburbanhumanesociety.org/adopt/dogs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">their listings on the SSHS website</a>.

This week's featured South Suburban Humane Society pet is Freddy, a shaggy black Newfoundland.