Fun and Easy Snow Dough recipe

Looking for a way to keep your kids entertained now that the days are shorter and we’re spending more time inside? Try this super easy snow dough recipe from The Best Ideas for Kids. With simple ingredients; lotion, corn starch and glitter (if you want a little sparkle) it’s cheap and easy fun. Keep the…

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Helpful Holiday Tasks That Kids Can Do

As parents it can be tempting to maintain control and do everything ourselves, but teaching kids how to do things for themselves has benefits for the whole family. Sharing family responsibilities with your kids gives them a bit of independence, a sense of pride and accomplishment, and given the right jobs, can take some things…

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2023 Southern NH Tour of Lights

Milford Recreation Department presents the 4th Annual Southwest New Hampshire Tour of Lights! This program is a collaboration among 11 Recreation Departments in southwest New Hampshire and the program exists to provide a free free family friendly activity to go and explore festive lights and decorations during the holidays. There are more than 100 homes…

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The Holidays Aren’t Always Full of Cheer

For many people the holiday season is an exciting and enjoyable time full of festivities, gatherings and merriment, but for many the holiday season leads to increased stress and can amplify feelings of sadness, depression, anxiety, grief and loneliness. The holidays can be difficult for people who find themselves struggling in their personal lives or…

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How to help avoid holiday meltdowns

The holidays are a fun and festive time to visit with friends and family. Special decorations, traditions, food and fun activities make it an exciting time. But the holidays can also present challenges for our young children whose lack of emotional regulation and adaptability to schedule changes can lead to feelings of overwhelm and frustration.…

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