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Turkey and Black Bean Chili

Charlotte Parent,

Here's a recipe sure to be a family favorite this football and soccer season.

Books That Cook: Cooking Light Complete Meals in Minutes

Katie Toussaint,

With school and work schedules in full swing, family time may be slipping through the cracks.

10 Birthday Party Gifts Under $10

Katie Toussaint,

Does it seem you're scrambling to get a birthday gift wrapped and ready to go? Here are some ideas for fun gifts that won't break the bank.

Reindeer Halloween Costume

Emma Hardy,

Easy instructions for a do-it-yourself Reindeer Halloween Costume that costs less than $20.

Easy-to-Make Elf Halloween Costume

Emma Hardy,

Follow these instructions to create an Elf Halloween costume for kids.

Make a Super Cute Superhero Costume

Emma Hardy,

Create a fantastic Halloween superhero costume for your little caped crusader.

Hula Girl Halloween Costume

Emma Hardy,

Go tropical with this Hula Girl Halloween Costume.

Family Dining: Killingtons Restaurant & Pub

Renee Roberson,

Located in Rosedale Shopping Center in Huntersville, Killingtons is perfect for the entire family.

"Wheely" Easy Mac & Cheesy

Family Features, Nestlé,

If you keep your pantry stocked with simple ingredients, you'll be able to throw a meal together in no time — like this delicious "Wheely" Easy Mac & Cheesy recipe.

Books That Cook: Weight Watchers Eat! Move! Play!

Katie Toussaint,

Heighten your family's health outside and in the kitchen with a new adventure.

A Visit to Homeland Creamery

Cristi Driver,

Open little eyes to the world of dairy farming and tickle taste buds with a sample of fresh ice cream.

Go Apple Picking in the Carolinas

Michele Huggins,

September is prime apple-picking season in the Carolinas. Plan a trip to pick apples and create a fall family tradition.

5 Local Fall Festivals in 2010

Katie Toussaint,

From cotton candy and roasted corn to Midway rides, ring tosses and petting zoos, fall festivals and fairs are always a favorite for kids and kids at heart.

Frozen Lemonade Pie

Courtesy of Nestle,

For a twist on the summer drink classic, how about making a cool and creamy frozen lemonade pie to serve up at a backyard barbecue or as a family after-dinner treat.

Thanksgiving Headdress

Katie Toussaint,

Celebrate the culture of the pilgrims' companions by making a feathered headdress that you can wear!

Ghostly Windsocks

Katie Toussaint,

Samhain ("summer's end") was thought to be a night for ghostly visitations. Here is a ghost the children can make and display in the "spirit" of the day!

Engaging Young Minds

Kelly A Ussery, M.Ed.,

Discovery Place helps kids 'think it up.' With schools cutting budgets across the Charlotte region, parents are taking a more active role in their children's education.