Teaching Children About Community Helpers
What do mail carriers do? How about garbage collectors? Teaching children about community helpers is made easy through this book list from Charlotte Mecklenburg Library.
Digital Trends for Teens in 2019
Apps and trends to look for, plus the lowdown on recognizing a vault app.
4 Kid-Friendly Breweries in Charlotte
Charlotte-area breweries that offer kid-friendly amenities.
Jan. 18-20: Squirrel Appreciation, Celebrating MLK Jr., Finally Friday, Nature Play Day and Renaissance Music
Here are some fun ideas for how to spend the weekend with your kids.
Medicine Cabinet Makeover
Homeopathic remedies to have handy in the new year.
E-cigarettes and Teenagers: A Growing Epidemic
In 2018, one in five high school students reported using e-cigarettes in the last month. What can a parent do?
Movie Review: 'Mary Poppins Returns'
A family in crisis is rescued by a mysterious nanny who expects nothing in return.
Enter to Win a Collection of Ravensburger Puzzles
Themes include 3D Volkswagon T1 Campervan, 4-Wheeling, Villa Bella Vista and Disney Pixar Movie Reel.
Jan. 14-17: Gross Animals, Winter Fun Through History, Geology Lab and Nature Explorers
Learn about gross animals, find out how about winter fun throughout history, discover the properties of different kinds of rocks and explore local nature.
Jan. 11-13: Jan. 11-13: Attend Museum Community Day, Search for Animals in Art and More
Durham residents get free Museum of Life and Science admission, the North Carolina Museum of Art hosts a search for animals and more.
Gigi's Playhouse: A Place to Belong
Gigi's Playhouse provides free services to individuals with Down syndrome, and encourages partnerships with businesses, schools, faith organizations.
Jan. 7-10: Confetti Bowls, Nature Exploration, Duck Tales and What’s in the Box?
Make confetti bowls, explore West Point on the Eno, learn all about ducks and investigate seasons and nature in art.
Get to Know: Sarah Cherne
President and CEO of Junior Achievement of Central Carolinas
Enter to Win American Girl's 2019 Doll of the Year: Blaire Wilson
This year's American Girl doll promotes mealtime togetherness
as a healthy alternative to today’s digital distractions,
Best Bets for Rainy Day Activities
Browse these indoor activities to escape a rainy-day blues.
Jan. 4-6: Help to Reach Your 2019 Goals With Free Fitness Classes, a Reading Challenge, Teens IRL and a Winter Bird Search
Take free demo fitness classes, start a reading challenge, socialize with like-minded teens in and search for winter birds.
5 Steps to Creating a Family Will
Check estate planning off your 2019 to-do list.
The Trump Tax Code: An Explainer for Families
How the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act may impact your family's budget.
Carolina Parent's Biggest Hits of 2018
Check out our top online articles and social media posts from the last year.
Where to Take Your Child for Illnesses, Injuries and Accidents
Determine the best diagnosis destination.
January 2019: Our Picks for Fun Family Outings
Honor the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., and celebrate the Year of the Pig at the Chinese New Year Festival.
Be Where Your Feet Are: A Family Tech Mantra
Consider adopting this New Year’s resolution.
So Your Kid Wants to Be a Doctor?
Read advice for high school students thinking about a career in medicine.
MOVE: Movement, Opportunity, Variety and Experience
The cornerstones of healthy motor skill development
Understanding Your Child’s Emotional and Behavioral Challenges
Some areas of development may benefit from more focused attention in early childhood.
If I Could Do It Again
A Triangle father recalls poignant conversations with his late wife.
Consider a Mediterranean Diet for Good Health
The Mayo Clinic recommends giving it a try.
Digital Resources Offering Medical Advice
Seek accurate and verifiable medical advice online via these resources.
American Academy of Pediatrics Issues Statement on Spanking
AAP advises against spanking.
Style: Dynamic Activewear
Check out these fitness picks from The Upside,
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