Family Activities

Five Fabulous Campfire Treats

Lisa Amstutz July 23, 2012

Why does everything seems to taste so much better when cooked over a campfire? Maybe it’s that smoky, slow-cooked flavor, or maybe it’s just the fresh air.

Old-Fashioned Fun For New-Fangled Children

Karen Johnson May 26, 2012

Are you looking for some fun outside ways to have a super fun summer? Well then, youâ€™ve come to the right place! Here are some fun, easy, inexpensive ways to beat the heat this summer!

Tips For Hang-Drying Your Laundry

Kendra P June 8, 2011

Hang-drying not only will you save money on your power bill, you’ll also spend less replacing your wardrobe.

Homemade Gooey Chocolate Popcorn

Sarah Nussbaum January 24, 2011

Growing up, it was our absolute favorite snack for evening movie watching. It is not crunchy like caramel popcorn, but you eat it warm, sticky and gooey…

As the days of summer draw to an end, many of us will still be wondering what to do with all those shells that followed us home from the beach. One great craft to do with them, especially if you have children, is to make shell spoons. These handcrafted spoons can become a memorable keepsake or add some whimsical fun to mealtime.

“Blast Off” to a healthy summer

Melinda Hill May 14, 2009

As a parent, trying to keep a routine is important. It provides structure and helps children and adults be productive. Brainstorm with your family, what kind of chores can be done through the day or in the evening? Who wants to do what? What can we do when the work is done?

Turn off the TV and play!

Melinda Hill April 30, 2009

If you have faced unemployment or budget cuts in your home, remember that it affects children, too. Children depend on their parents for emotional security and when you are stressed your child is too. Why not try to spend a little time today discovering the world of play? You both will be glad you did.