Today is National Send a Card to a Friend Day so take some time to pick out a card and send some good cheer through the mail. You can use cards you purchase from a store, or make your own with paper, crayons, markers, and stickers. With Valentine’s Day just Read more…
Try these easy ways to make snowflakes today: One way is with white coffee filters – just fold the filter in half a total of four times. Then cut a design on each side of the filter, using either regular or craft scissors. When you unfold it, your snowflake will Read more…
Try out these fun writing prompts today: Young children can draw a picture of a snowman and then make up a story about it. Did they make the snowman during a Snow Day from school? Does it talk or walk around? Older kids and adults can try out a different Read more…
Stargazing, or looking up at the stars and constellations, is a fun family activity at any time, even during the winter. It is worth the trouble of bundling up in coats, hats, scarves, and mittens to experience the crisp and clear view of the night sky while it is not Read more…
Today is Library Shelfie Day! What is Library Shelfie Day, you ask? It is a day set aside in January each year to give book lovers and book collectors a chance to share their personal libraries. Whether you collect first editions or equally love and treasure every dog-eared book you Read more…
To turn popsicle sticks into a crafty cup of hot chocolate: First, glue about eight craft sticks together into a square shape. You can use the colored variety or color plain popsicle sticks with crayons or markers. Next, cut an oval out of brown paper and glue the oval to Read more…
Winter weather is tough on area wildlife, particularly birds. To give them a nice treat during this dreary weather, make a Pinecone Bird Feeder. All you need is a pinecone, peanut butter, and twine, yarn, or string. To begin, tie your string around the top of the pinecone. Next, pour Read more…
Celebrate National Cut Your Energy Costs Day this month by doing a few simple things around your house to help lower your energy bills. You can get the whole family involved – young children can be taught to do simple things like turning off lights when they leave a room. Read more…
Start the new year by becoming more organized. Some great places to start include: Organize your pantry or kitchen shelves to make mealtime preparation go faster. Have each family member organize their clothes so that getting dressed in the morning and getting ready for bed at night go more smoothly. Read more…
Many people don’t think of walking outside when the weather is colder, but if you bundle up, it can be a refreshing and invigorating experience. Taking a brisk walk is a great way to enjoy the beauty of the season while staying active. If you have young children, encourage them Read more…