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Mar 30

Technoference? What’s That?

Technology allows us to connect to our friends and family around the world, but what is it doing to our relationships at home? A new study is suggesting that our devices are creating a disconnect between parents and kids, something that social scientists have dubbed “technoference.”  Click here for some guidelines for parents to follow when they […]

Mar 29

Parkinson’s Awareness Week is April 1-16, 2018

How much do you know about Parkinson’s?  It is mostly thought of as a condition that people get when they are older, but younger people can have it, too. Parkinson’s Awareness Week takes place from April 10-16, 2018, and the organizers want to draw attention to the disease that affects people slowly and progressively gets […]

Mar 29

PAT Group Meeting Planned for April 19

A Parents as Teachers group meeting is being planned for Thursday, April 19, at 5:30, at the Dragoon Trace Nature Center.  Ranger Kate will be sharing ideas for outdoor sensory play.  More information will be posted here as the plans take shape!

Mar 2

Twenty Ways to Enjoy More Fruits and Vegetables

Building a healthy plate is easy when you make half your plate fruits and vegetables. It’s also a great way to add color, flavor and texture plus vitamins, minerals and fiber. All this is packed in fruits and vegetables that are low in calories and fat. Make 2 cups of fruit and 2 ½ cups […]