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Entertaining on Easter
Easter signals springtime and provides an opportunity to gather with loved ones to celebrate. However, hosting the get-together – whether brunch, lunch or dinner – requires planning and preparation to ensure the event is enjoyable.
 4 ways to support and uplift women around you
For many women, life is busy and moves at such a fast pace, it might seem to pass them by. Amid the hustle and bustle, it can be easy to forget to slow down to show encouragement and love toward influential women in your life, such as a daughter, neighbor or friend.
 Addressing your children's challenging behaviors
Many parents of young children face behavioral concerns like children not listening, throwing tantrums, biting and more. While every situation is unique, parents can rest assured they aren’t alone and these behaviors aren’t atypical.
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Best places to bowl in the Hudson Valley
List of bowling alleys in the Hudson Valley
 Hudson Valley Winter Farm Markets
Most farm markets are closed in the colder months. We found a few where you can still get great product.
 Indoor Play Spots
Weather can be unexpected and ruin an outdoor play date with rain or snow, but with these indoor playgrounds, nothing can interrupt the fun and let your children's imaginations run wild!
 Hudson Valley coffee shops you need to visit ASAP
The Hudson Valley is brimming with eclectic, upscale, casual and family-friendly destinations in every crevice of the Valley. Here we have listed some many of our readers' favorites in Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan and Orange Counties.
 Best of children's consignment stores
Looking for good deals? Consignment shops may be the way to go.
 Favorite Hudson Valley Playgrounds
The Hudson Valley provides some of the most beautiful, fun and safe playgrounds for your children. Some of them are hidden gems, and we want to share them with you! Also, check out our playground safety check list.
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The power of green
March is National Nutrition Month, but anytime is the perfect time to monitor your child’s intake of green fruits & vegetables.
Make your St. Patrick's Day spread green with envy
Freshen up your St. Patrick’s Day menu with easy, light sandwiches inspired by the traditional color of the festivities. These open-faced noshes can be perfect for lunch, snack time or even as an appetizer for get-togethers with friends and family.
 3 ways parents can encourage social emotional learning in children
Most parents would agree the quality of their children’s education plays a key role in their overall development. While parents are optimistic about the future of education, they also recognize children have educational needs beyond what is considered the standard.
5 Easy Egg Hunt Ideas to Do at Home
WHAT KIDS SAY ABOUT GOING TO COLLEGE
Last year we interviewed Arlington High School seniors in Dutchess County, NY. They talked about who they are and what they do as well as their plans to navigate getting off to college
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Making sense of college costs and financial aid
That moment when your child receives an acceptance letter to a coveted college is a time to feel pride in their achievements and excited about their future. It’s also a time to make sense of the school’s price tag. That’s where financial award letters come into play.
 The power of green
March is National Nutrition Month, but anytime is the perfect time to monitor your child’s intake of green fruits & vegetables.
3 ways parents can encourage social emotional learning in children
Most parents would agree the quality of their children’s education plays a key role in their overall development. While parents are optimistic about the future of education, they also recognize children have educational needs beyond what is considered the standard.
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