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Fastnachts, A Pennsylvania Dutch Tradition
I grew up in Pennsylvania Dutch Country. We didn't celebrate Mardi Gras or Pancake Day on Fat Tuesday, but we did celebrate Fastnachts Day! What are Fastnachts you ask? In short, Fastnachts are little pastries that are typically cut into a triangle or square. The tradition came from early German settlers.
Fall Back: Daylight Saving Time Ends November 3
Here is your reminder to "Fall Back" Saturday night after you put the kiddos to bed and gain an hour of sleep. Oh wait, you're a parent! You won't get any extra sleep but you might have a few extra semi-annual chores to complete on Sunday. This is a great time of year to ... Find the one clock in your house that does not turn itself back automatically (stove, coffee pot, or microwave most likely). Change the batteries in your smoke/carbon monoxide detectors.
Tips for Fun and Safety with Kids at the Fair
The Fair is always a time of rides, food, and fun! However, it also can be a time of anxiety for parents wanting to take young children. With the Kiwanis Coweta County Fair starting September 14th and the Georgia State Fair opening on September 29, we've included several tips that will help alleviate some anxiety so you can enjoy your day. Get there early.
36 Free Educational Resources Kids Can Use At Home
It's inevitable! Kids are going to need a little extra practice on a subject or are going to get sick and have to take a day or two off school. Either way, I don't want my kids to spend their days playing random games on their electronic devices and watching YouTube videos. I want to help them to keep learning. So my friend, Jennifer Hill, Macaroni KID publisher for Fremont, Calif., came up with a list of educational resources for kids of all ages that can be used at home.
Make This Mother's Day One to Remember in Fayette and Coweta Counties
Want to make mom feel extra special this Mother's Day? Here are seven ways to make mom feel special in Peachtree City, Fayetteville and Newnanthis Mother's Day: A special homemade card is something she'll cherish forever. Just ask any mom you know if you need proof! Need help? Click here for free printables. Special gifts don't have to be expensive, just given out of love. Try this Recycled Magazine Butterflies craft! Make this easy 5 ingredient croissant casserole.
Family Fun at the Georgia Renaissance Festival
At the Georgia Renaissance Festival, you’ll find A Whole Lotta Fun…And a Little Bit of History! The Festival runs from April 12 through June 1 Saturdays, Sundays and Memorial Day Monday. Each weekend features something uniquely special to enhance the enjoyment of all who enter the gates of this 32-acre English Village stepping back in time to the 16th Century. The Festival welcomes over 200,000 people each year.
10 Outdoor Winter Fun Spots Near Peachtree City, Fayetteville, Newnan
Are you looking for ways to get out of the house this winter? Fresh air is good for the soul — not to mention it helps to get the wiggles out of the kids. We put together a list to help you find fun outdoor activities to do this winter with your family in Newnan, Peachtree City and Fayetteville (or just a short drive away!) during these next few winter months in Georgia: 1.
Exploding Soda with Mentos
Summer Science Boredom Buster Image Credit: AJ Watt from Getty Images Looking for a fun, yet educational, science project? We have one for you! This simple science experiment will show your children an exploding example of chemical reactions - right in your backyard! Plus, it is quick and easy with little prep or cleanup involved. All you need is: Googles to protect your eyes Mentos Mints - Any color or flavor. Both mint and fruit flavors work. Diet Soda - Any brand or flavor will work.
Watch Perseid Meteor Shower with Your Family as it Lights Up The Sky
Best Viewing is August 11-13 Image Credit: Viktar from Getty Images Watching a meteor zoom across the sky is like watching a magical, silent firework display. But when one meteor typically streaks every few hours, the magic can wear off quickly, especially for children.
π Library Summer Reading Programs for Children, Teens & Adults
It’s no secret that kids who read during the summer months fare better on fall reading tests than kids who don't. A great way to keep them reading is to participate in a Summer Reading Program at a library in Fayette and Coweta Counties! This year’s theme is “All Together Now,” and libraries in Fayetteville, Peachtree City and Newnan will offer a variety of beloved in-person traditions such as puppet shows, storytimes, and more as well as prizes for meeting reading goals.
Magical Leprechaun Treats
It's almost St. Patrick's Day! And what's more fun than everything green! How about naturally green muffins? Seriously! No dye! How is that possible? Well, the answer is sunflower seeds, baking soda and an important part of plants called chlorophyll! Chlorophyll helps plants make food through a process called photosynthesis, and chlorophyll gives them their green color. This recipe calls for sunflower seed butter. Did you know that sunflower seeds also have chlorophyll?
7 Fun Facts You Need to Know about Groundhogs and Groundhog Day
Feb. 2 is the biggest day of the year for one large rodent. Yes, that's right. It's Groundhog Day. One of the weirdest American holidays of all. It's the day when folks gather before dawn on a February morning at Dauset Trails Nature Center to wait for some rodent to predict the weather forcast. Legend has it, of course, that if General Beauregard Lee sees his shadow, it’s six more weeks of winter weather. If he doesn’t? Good weather is right around the corner. So what will it be this year?
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