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Family Day Trips for Charlotteans to Cap Off the Summer

All are within two hours of the city

Tiffany Wolff,

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Crafts for Kids | Rudolf Reindeer Puppet

Charlotte Parent,

A fun and easy reindeer puppet craft with downloadable cut-outs!

Wrap Up a Green Christmas

Carolina Parent,

This year, skip the wrapping paper and use plain recycled paper decorated by your kids with crayons or stamped designs.

Rethink Your Holiday Cards

Carolina Parent,

Think recycle before you send those holiday cards.

Gifts From Your Kitchen That Everyone Will Enjoy

Heidi Billotto,

This year, teach your children to enjoy the pleasures of gift giving and giving from the heart.

1 gallon jug of apple cider 1 large bottle cranberry juice 2 navel oranges 2 large lemons 2-3 cinnamon sticks 1 tablespoon whole cloves Combine the cider and cranberry juice in a large stockpot. Peel oranges and lemons and add…

Healthy Helpings During the Holidays

Ashley Bueschler,

Tips to overcome the mounds of sweet treats.

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5 Healthy Holiday Snack Ideas

Ashley Bueschler,

Keep the holidays both fun and healthy with these tasty and nutritious treats.

Starter Pets That Can Help Your Child Learn the Basics of Pet Care

Kathy Sorrow,

Why small animal pets can be a good fit for busy families on a budget.

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Savvy Holiday Spending

Heidi Smith Luedtke,

10 debt-busting strategies to stay out of the red.

‘Nutcracker’ Performances Offer Extras

Michele Huggins,

Families in the Charlotte area have their choice of "Nutcracker" performances to attend, with some offering events just for children.

Top 5 Holiday Songs

Carolina Parent,

Brighten up your day with this holiday playlist.

2012 Holiday Gift Guide: Part II

Carolina Parent,

Great gift ideas for everyone -- the kids, Mom, Dad, grandparents and teachers!

Classic Christmas Books for Kids

Carolina Parent,

Add some cheer to your holiday season with these classic Christmas favorites.

Crafts for Kids | Make a Keepsake Family Christmas Tree

Renee Canada,

Have a blast making memories with this holiday keepsake.

9 Tips for Frugal Family Ski Vacations

Maisie Knowles,

How to enjoy some good powder without freezing your bank account.

Top-Selling Family Board Games

Carolina Parent,

Have some good, clean family fun this holiday season with these top-selling board games.

10 Charlotte Holiday Traditions

Carolina Parent,

Some are new, others are longtime favorites, but undoubtedly there are lots of happenings to help put the family in the holiday spirit.

A Very Thomas Christmas Activity Sheet

Carolina Parent,

Get set for Christmas with an all-new collection of Yuletide-themed episodes in Thomas & Friends®: A Very Thomas Christmas, available on DVD Oct. 9 Add your own color to Thomas's tale with this fun coloring sheet!