Christmas Projects to Keep Your Kids Entertained
While every year presents its own challenges, this year has emboldened many to think more creatively, especially when it comes to keeping kids entertained around the clock. So, whether you’re […]
The Elf on the Shelf: A Treasured Christmas Tale
Every holiday season, new traditions appear and quickly become beloved ones. This is exactly what happened with the Elf on the Shelf tradition that first appeared in 2005. The idea […]
Sandbox Adventure Games
Adults understand the term sandbox. It brings to mind an actual structure containing sand particles, providing children with a canvas to collaboratively or independently use their imagination. In the technological […]
5 Groundbreaking Influences of Sesame Street
For 50 years, kids of all ages and generations have made their way to Sesame Street. Originating in 1969, Sesame Street has been a beloved children’s educational show that has shared many […]
Family Justice Center Opening Early Next Year
With 2020 coming to a close, we wanted to bring you up to date on the progress we have made in our community in opening a Family Justice Center. A […]
The Littlest Bell Ringer
Fiction writers find inspiration for stories in the most random places. For Clemmons resident, Carol Grace Stratton, a picture of her young granddaughter ringing a bell for the Salvation Army’s […]
Holiday Traditions of Local Families
The holidays can sneak up on even the best-prepared individuals, making it easy to overlook those small moments that make this time of year so special. From simple nights with […]
Homemade Gift Ideas and Recipes
It’s a year to think outside the box for gift ideas! And, what better way to surprise a family member, close friend, or colleague than to provide a gift from […]
December 2020 “From the Heart”
This time last year, I was anticipating my youngest daughter’s December graduate school graduation from ECU. We made a family trip to Disney World to celebrate the occasion prior to […]
It’s A Grand Life – ’Tis the Season!
I think most of us will agree that 2020 has been quite a year—and mostly not in a good way. I refuse to let the last 11 months ruin December. […]