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FESTIVE READS: 7 Holiday Books for Kids

TURKEYS IN DISGUISE By Cynthia Platt Illustrated by Josh Cleland A hilariously fun read-aloud picture book where children think quickly and creatively to disguise a group of turkeys and save them from becoming Thanksgiving dinner!  THE HUMBLE PIE By Jory…

Quinoa-Vegetable Gratin

Great alongside a lean protein, or on it's own with a salad.Makes 4-6 servingsIngredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1 medium onion1 fine diced red pepper1 small zucchini diced small2 garlic cloves3/4 cup quinoa (cooked)2 teaspoons fresh thyme leavessalt and ground…

Sicilian Baked Salmon

Being prepared/planning ahead, hiring a personal chef for a few nights a week on your busiest days, and personal chef-ing yourself are three steps to ensure that your family is having a healthy sit-down dinner every night of the week…

Resolved

We had no plans on New Year's Eve, which seemed perfect at first. Just a long, relaxing evening by the fire, watching the ball drop and reading and playing games in our pajamas. This plan entertained our 6-year-old for about…

French Vinaigrette Salad Dressing

Good in small batches or large ones, this vinaigrette is easy to make, can be used for a variety of recipes, and will hold in your refrigerator for several weeks. To make the vinaigrette, I recommend using local ingredients and…

Almond Rounds

These cookies are appealing not only because of their flavor and texture, but also because the dough can be prepared ahead of time and frozen until ready to bake. This is particularly helpful when planning several dessert items for a…

Giant 3D Snowflakes

I fell into the trap. At the start of the school year, my daughter's school held an open house, and her very wise kindergarten teacher put out volunteer sign up sheets for events throughout the year. I had to sign…

Parents' Choice: Fave Holiday Books

We asked local parents to share their family's favorite Holiday books. Read on to see what books their kids are enjoying this holiday sesaon.The Grinch That Stole Christmas! It was my favorite as a child and my 3 yo has…

First Stitches

I can't remember when I learned to sew. My mother sewed, and I know I used a sewing machine in late elementary school. But stitching by hand must have come first.I still sew a lot, and my Etsy business is…

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