Leaves are falling everywhere! Try out some of these fun fall activities if the weather is nice enough to go outside: Rake up small piles of leaves around your yard to make an obstacle course. (This is also a great activity to get children involved in helping with leaf pick up – let them have some fun with the leaves first and then help get them all picked up!) Scatter the piles of leaves in Read more
Make Turkey Bowling Pins today by turning a plastic drink cup such as a red Dixie cup into a turkey by gluing on a triangle nose, googly eyes, and feathers sticking off the back. Make it at least 6 pins and then let your family take turns setting them up and knocking them over with a ball. To turn it into a STEM activity for younger children, have them start with small bouncy balls to Read more
Did you know our Iuka branch has cake pans you can check out to use? In addition to basic sheet pans and tiered pans, they have other fun shapes such as stars, circle, a round hemisphere, and a bowl shape. Thanksgiving themed ones include a cornucopia, a football, and two different turkeys. For Christmas, they have a Christmas teddy bear, a tree, a wreath, a holiday house, a Santa face, and several snowmen. Most of Read more
Look around your kitchen this week and see what interesting things you can use to make a fall tree. One idea is to draw a tree trunk on a piece of paper and glue small round breakfast cereal pieces (such as Cheerios) to represent falling leaves. Another fun idea is to trace your child’s arm and hand with their fingers spread out onto black or brown paper to be the trunk and limbs of the Read more
😸 Paws, Purrs, and Why We Love Them: Happy National Cat Day! It’s here! October 29th is National Cat Day, the one day of the year when we officially celebrate the furry, finicky, and fascinating creatures that have taken over our homes and the internet. Whether you are ruled by a majestic floof, a sleek house panther, or simply an admirer of cats from afar, today is all about honoring these independent, mysterious, and surprisingly Read more
Ignite the Night: Your Ultimate Guide to a Cozy Backyard Bonfire As the crisp autumn air settles in and the days grow shorter, there’s a magical feeling that descends upon us, beckoning for warmth, comfort, and togetherness. What better way to embrace the enchanting fall season than by gathering your loved ones for a memorable night under the stars with a backyard bonfire? It’s an age-old tradition that brings smiles, laughter, and a sense of Read more
Don’t Toss That Jack O’ Lantern! Try Pumpkin Bowling for Fall Family Fun! The leaves are falling, the air is crisp, and Halloween has come and gone. You’ve enjoyed your festive jack o’ lanterns, but now what? Instead of simply tossing them in the compost, why not get one more burst of family fun out of them with an activity we like to call Pumpkin Bowling! It’s a fantastic way to enjoy the autumn weather, Read more
We are celebrating National Make A Dog’s Day on October 22. We use this day to ensure that the dogs around us enjoy themselves as best as possible. This is a day to spread information about dogs’ importance in our lives and how much they can improve our days with love and loyalty. We also use this day to encourage people to adopt from shelters and provide a better life for at least one puppy. Read more
Looking for a fun and creative way to get into the Halloween spirit? Try this combination drawing project and game: Halloween Tic Tac Toe! Draw the Board: Start by drawing a Tic Tac Toe board on a piece of paper. Decorate: Add Halloween-themed decorations around the edges, such as pumpkins, bats, spiders, and other spooky symbols. Choose Your Markers: Use inexpensive bat or spider plastic rings or toy pieces from the dollar store as place Read more
Suggested Family Activity: National Outdoor Sports Day 🤸♀️ Celebrate National Outdoor Sports Day (or National Play Outside Day on the first Saturday of every month) by unplugging the devices and getting active as a family! From classic field day races to creative backyard challenges, there are endless ways to enjoy the fresh air and foster a love for physical activity. Here are even more fantastic ideas to fill your Outdoor Sports Day with fun, laughter, Read more
