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Kids Birthday under $50
Food & Drink
July 2, 2010
Recently there have been lots of articles and newsworthy stories about saving money for birthdays, and in particular, having birthday parties at...
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Encourage students to think about what Martin Luther King, Jr. Day means
Education & Schools
January 15, 2010
Students don't have school on Monday, January 18th, but that doesn't mean they have to stop learning. There are several ways that teachers...
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Seven tips for a more gentle holiday season
Family & Parenting
December 14, 2009
The holiday season can be brutal, with things you want to do, things you feel obligated to do and things you just think you should do. Who doesn&...
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Preparing for the holidays
Family & Parenting
December 10, 2009
Planning and getting through the holiday season can be a challenge in the step-family. Shirley Cress Dudley, MA LPC, founder of The Blended &...
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Halloween: What's happening on the Big Island
Travel
October 31, 2009
Looking for something to do on Halloween? There are no shortages of parties and activities on the Big Island of Hawaii. Whether you are visiting...
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Baltimore schools will close for Labor Day
Education & Schools
August 30, 2009
Don't forget to check your school's calendar to see when it will close to celebrate Labor Day. While Baltimore City and Baltimore County public...
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Today's Lightning Learning Tip - Count your way to Christmas
Education & Schools
December 20, 2008
Christmas is just a few days away and the kids are so excited that they can barely sit still. So, how do you get them to pay attention to school...
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Thanksgiving Printables for Homeschooling Fun
Education & Schools
November 26, 2008
Need some last minute activities to keep the kids busy while you're preparing your Thanksgiving dinner? There are quite a few great Thanksgiving...
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National Young Reader's Day
Education & Schools
November 10, 2008
Today is National Young Reader's Day. This program, which was started by Pizza Hut and the Center for the Book in the Library of Congress. Schools...
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Maryland Food Bank's Month of Giving - Hunger shouldn't be allowed to affect Baltimore's children
Education & Schools
November 9, 2008
The Maryland Food Bank is holding its annual Month of Giving during November, but if we don't all pitch in, it may not be enough to help keep our...
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