Recent Fun Blog | Holiday Fun PostsHomemade Valentine's Decorationsby Michele Cheplic13 Feb 2009 09:51 AMWhether you are hosting a Valentine's Day party, or you simply want to make your home more festive for your family, these easy Love Day decorations are sure to please. In fact, the paper crafts are so simple to make, your children could put them together themselves. More Ideas for Holiday Family Fun-Christmas Light Displaysby Michele Cheplic13 Nov 2008 08:00 AMMy preschooler squealed with delight as we drove through our city's downtown area yesterday. Crews were busy stringing lights, trimming trees and hoisting the gigantic Christmas angel above Main Street. The countdown to Christmas is on and my daughter couldn't be happier. No-Mess Pumpkin Decoratingby Michele Cheplic17 Oct 2008 09:22 PMMake that minimal mess. Either way you avoid the sloppy, goopy, labor-intensive task of gutting a pumpkin in an effort to create a bucktoothed jack-o'-lantern. This kid-friendly pumpkin decorating project doesn't involve a single knife or razorblade. Not-So-Spooky Halloween Events for Familiesby Michele Cheplic08 Oct 2008 10:29 AMMy young daughter would rather have her favorite stuffed puppy torn in half than have to stroll by a haunted house on Halloween. Pumpkin patches, hay mazes, and candy paths are more her speed. 3 Quick Ways to Celebrate the 4th of Julyby Lauri Griffin26 Jun 2008 06:51 PMJune is almost over, which means the 4th of July is right around the corner. Here are some easy ideas for celebrating the holiday. Take an embroidery hoop and tie or tape on red, white, and blue ribbons or streamers. Ideas for Father's Dayby Lauri Griffin14 Jun 2008 12:10 PMFather's Day never seems to get as much press as Mother's Day. It's sad, really. Dads are important, and we should make their day special. My own family is celebrating today instead of tomorrow since my husband has to drive our oldest to scout camp tomorrow. Papel Picado - Cinco de Mayo Projectby Lauri Griffin04 May 2008 06:10 PMTomorrow is Cinco de Mayo (the 5th of May). You can read more about this historic holiday in our families.com forums and in this interview with Don Miles author of a book about history behind this day. And here are some recipe suggestions for celebrating further. Active Easter Games for Families to Play Togetherby Lauri Griffin22 Mar 2008 12:04 PMWhen we lived near our families, we never had to worry about occupying the kids on Easter. Between church, a huge egg hunt, and a big meal, the kids were happy all day playing with their cousins. When we are home by ourselves though, it's more of a challenge to fill up the day. International Pancake Dayby Lauri Griffin04 Feb 2008 07:37 PMTomorrow is International Pancake Day, along with Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras, Candlemas, and Shrove Tuesday. In many parts of Europe it is still traditional to have pancakes on the Tuesday before Lent begins. The Day After Christmasby Lauri Griffin26 Dec 2007 12:09 PMThe day after Christmas can be a little depressing. The cookies are getting stale, some of those much desired toys looked a lot cooler on TV, regular food is boring after all those holiday feasts, the tree is starting to droop, and all the pretty wrappings are in the garbage. Recent Blog Comments Jacob09 says... "There are lots of ways to have fun without cost." micheleld says... "I have a great idea for party favors that can tie in with almost any popular party theme these days..." |
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