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By SANDRA RHODES The Kids Derby at the Bradford Area Public Library is just a hop, skip and jump away – or in this case, a gallop. This year’s Kids Derby is set for 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 21, at the library. The library, located at 67 W. Washington St., started the Kids Derby to add to the “Triple Crown” of events leading up to the Derby Gala, which is held the same day as the Kentucky Derby. “We wanted to offer the same fun festivities to the children that the adults get to partake in at the Derby Gala,” said Stephanie Parsons, children’s program coordinator at the library. “The children get to come play, create and expand their minds in their Derby experience.” And parents will not have to “pony up” for this event – it’s all free. This includes the children making their own Derby hats, balloon animals, cookie decorating, play games, clown, only rides and, of course, a chance to get their own library card. As in the Derby Gala, there will be a hat parade and prizes awarded. The e...