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Features
KEENE, NH — As the warmth of summer approaches, MoCo Arts is thrilled to announce the return of its highly anticipated C.A.K.E. (Creative Arts at Keene) and CupCAKE Summer Camps. Designed to inspire creativity, foster artistic expression, and ignite imaginations, these camps offer an immersi…
The kids will be out of school before you know it, and now’s the time to start thinking about summer camp. Most camps begin their registration process in March and April, so it’s important to register early to insure their spot. If your kids have never been to summer camp before, it might se…
There are few experiences as unique and special as camp. At camp, children become part of a community and form friendships as they learn how to be more independent, and how to effectively contribute in a group setting. Amidst all the fun of sports, crafts, outdoor adventures, and more, child…
Family Wellness
Most of us know that young children have elastic minds that are constantly soaking up information from their surroundings, making the first few years of their lives crucial in their development.
The Kiwanis Club of Keene will once again host its Kool Wheels Family Fun and Safety Day on Saturday, May 4th, from 10 a.m. to noon, (rain or shine) at the Keene Parks and Recreation Center, 312 Washington St., Keene. This is a free family event where children of all ages may select a new bi…
In addition to providing long-lasting quality items for children, Alex Lesser’s vision for Cholly & Waldo’s is to provide an oasis for parents.
It’s common knowledge that children’s dental health is important, but it’s not nearly as acknowledged that it should be addressed in infancy.
Valentine’s Day was named for the patron saint of romantic love, Saint Valentine. He was jailed in the year 270, for secretly marrying couples to spare the husbands from war. This practice did not go well for him, as you must surmise. But as all sad saint stories go, there is much to be lear…
Tasty Table
Holidays are a great excuse to make yummy treats with your children and Valentine’s Day is perfect for some sweet treats.
As the weather gets warmer and the days get longer, this is a great time to start thinking about fresh, local produce and what is in season. Buying local produce can be a great way to get involved in your community, build a stronger relationship with where your food comes from, and can be mo…
Making Valentine’s Day treats is a fun family project, but as with all holiday endeavors, most of the work falls onto Mom and Dad. Anything involving chocolate and sprinkles is bound to be a messy affair, and prepping for treat-making can often take longer than actually assembling the Valent…
My children love Lunchables and sometimes, I do too. They are so easy to throw in a lunch box when I am running behind in the morning. They are also something the kids see in the grocery store and beg me to buy, so I know when I give them to them, they are usually going to eat them up.
Every summer — it seems like — I feel like I have a weight that has been lifted off my shoulders by not having the chore of making kid’s lunches and packing their lunch bags for school every morning.
Education
Around this time of year, there are many signs of spring to welcome. One of the first harbingers of spring is the return of migratory birds. This is a great time to get out birding with your family! When a bird sings, it is telling you what it is and where it is. Learning bird songs is a gre…
So, how did we come to launch blown eggs into the Whetstone with one of my miniature catapults, in an attempt to replenish the endangered Puffer Chicken population, on Eggster, the day before Easter at the Whetstone foot-bridge in downtown Brattleboro?
Earth is a magical place. Like all magical places, it has areas where light is abundant, and areas where the light struggles to enter in, areas where treasure can be found, and places where there is nothing but rot.
Walpole, NH — Does your child have interest in farms or gardening? Promote their curiosity and send them to a local farm camp this summer!
Books
As parents of young children, we all strive to ensure our little ones have the best clothing, food, shelter and most importantly, love and attention. As our children's first teachers, this includes the skills and tools that will help them be successful in life. One of the most important tool…