Much to my surprise, I am writing this column from the front porch of our rental house in Ogunquit, Maine. It is the tenth summer that I have spent a ... [ Read More ]
We’re A Camping Family Now
Last week my family went camping — twice. I had never camped with my children before. I loved camping as a kid, but the idea of sleeping in a tent ... [ Read More ]
Some Kids’ Rec Programs Are Back — With Precautions
SILAS AUDY, LEFT, and Simon Kruse practice their footwork during a long-awaited Addison United Soccer Club practice this past Thursday in Monkton. The ... [ Read More ]
Make It Together: Book Of Letters
Make your own memory book. Materials: 3 envelopes Paper Glue Scissors A piece of string or ribbon Directions: Glue your ... [ Read More ]
Kids Reflect On Remote Learning
This story was first published in the Addison Independent on July 2, 2020. In early May, the Henry Sheldon Museum invited people to share their ... [ Read More ]
Make It Together: Homemade Bouncy Balls
Materials: 2 disposable, plastic cups 2 Tablespoons hot water (from the tap) ½ teaspoon Borax 1 Tablespoon white ... [ Read More ]
ACSD Likely To Keep Just 3 Or 4 Elementary Schools Open
This story was first published in the Addison Independent on June 25, 2020. MIDDLEBURY — The Addison Central School District has resumed long-range ... [ Read More ]
Make It Together: Bubble Snake Blowers
Take your bubble game up a notch with these cool DIY blowers. What you need: shallow container bubble solution plastic water ... [ Read More ]
Let’s Talk Gardening With Megan Brakeley
The pandemic seems to have inspired a lot of folks to get their hands in the dirt a little more than usual — or maybe for the first time — this ... [ Read More ]
Make It Together: Seed Balls
Materials • 2 parts potting soil • 5 parts pottery clay mix from your local art store • 1-2 parts ... [ Read More ]
Where To Pick Up Free Summer Meals For Kids
During a typical summer in Middlebury, kids eat lunch for free every day outside the Memorial Sports Center — but this is no typical summer. Our ... [ Read More ]
Bristol Rec Summer Camps Are On
While we work to update our summer camp guide with the latest info from local programs, we've decided to tell you about individual camps here as they ... [ Read More ]
Make It Together: Kitchen Garden
Use the food scraps you already have to grow new plants in your garden! Re-Grow Celery: Celery is one of the easiest plants to re-grow from ... [ Read More ]
Recommended Reading On Race, Inequality And Activism
Ilsley Library opened its new outside pickup service today! Children's Librarian Tricia Allen reports that "a good portion of the children's item ... [ Read More ]
“Everyone Deserves To Be Safe”: Talking To Kids About Race And Justice
Nearly 400 people of all ages gathered in Middlebury last Saturday for a vigil for Black lives organized in response to the murder in Minneapolis of ... [ Read More ]
What To Do With No. 2 When Public Restrooms Are Closed
Thanks to a well-stocked poop bag and mobile potty setup, 5-year-old Emmett is prepared to answer the call of nature when he and his family go out ... [ Read More ]
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