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Blue Star Mothers Fredericksburg is a community group that provides support to each other and local military families who have given their children to serve our Nation. We support every branch of the Armed ...

... into her world as she gets to relive raising small children one more time. The hilarious details of their lives are sure to make you giggle right along with her. ...

As a working mom of two, balancing marriage, children, job, and extra things (PTA, volunteering, etc.), Michelle has been dubbed the Mobile Mom. This juggling act left little time for her ...

Stacy Mayer is a hard-working, fun-loving, straight-shooting, aerobics-teaching mom to two great kids, one of whom happens to have Autism. Join her as she navigates the winding road of autism spectrum ...

... (sometimes!). BUT, I love the invaluable (read crazy but good) moments with my children. One thing I miss about work is having a creative outlet. Decorating cakes and cookies gives me that focus for my ...

Elizabeth is the mother of three boys, the youngest being her first biological child. After giving birth in May 2012, she has been exclusively breastfeeding and wants to ...

James Roberson is the proud daddy of 2 little girls and grew up in Fredericksburg. He grew up in a musical family and desires to help you raise musical children whether you have a music background or ...

... recipes, and how to make feeding kids an enriching family experience. You can also check out her website, doctoryum.com for more great ideas on feeding children healthy foods. ...

... There shall be epic battles, and you shall wish to surrender. Do not make such a mistake, for you are the only thing keeping your child from a long future of living in your basement and body art choices ...

There are many ways to honor our children. We celebrate their success, build them up when they believe that they have failed (even ...

... only about him even if I'm pondering whether to throw in a load of laundry now or wait until the morning; be more patient with my beautiful children; try to make my husband feel that he is not in third ...

My grandma's house was Heaven on Earth for me. My earliest childhood memories of visiting with her were nothing less than magical – her home was as fascinating to me as Walt Disney World! Even as I grew ...

... with vendors of everything from books to baking supplies. No matter your level of homeschool experience, I encourage you to attend. If your oldest child's 5th birthday occurs after June 8, 2013, and you ...

Sprog, the word we occasionally use for a child in the UK, is about to drop – a week late. My OBGYN calls saying he has booked a bed for me at Mary Washington. I am going to be induced. Why doesn't that ...

Sugar is everywhere! The modern American child gets more sugar than ever. Consider that the American Heart Association recommends that children age 4-8 years get no more than three "added" teaspoons of ...

Thunder for the Cause. May 24 - 26. Thunder for the Cause is a multi-purpose event, which honors our past and present military, and raises money for Childhelp and the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Awareness ...

... Park When: Tuesdays in May, June and September Where: Hurkamp Park Time: 11:30am – 1:30pm A free concert, fun children's activities, moon bounce, Touch-A-Truck, Buzzy the Bee from B101.5, face painting ...

YOUR CHILD'S MUSICAL JOURNEY I have the opportunity to work with many parents whose children want to learn to play an instrument. As a musician it is exciting to see children excited to learn music. ...

As someone who has always enjoyed baking...cakes in particular, I just KNEW I would make the most amazing cakes when I eventually had children to bake for. Finally, the seemingly never-ending search ...

... Sept 20 St. George’s Jazz Ensemble Sept 27 Don Brown’s Soul Experience, Classic Soul Free concerts FAMCC members reception Children activities Free Museum Admission ...

... of physical activity as good for children, adolescents, and adults’ muscular, bone, and heart health. Aside from the health benefits, I believe physical activities are also a good time to bond as a family ...

... helped my jubilant outlook, as I had gotten some particularly cool ‘80s action toys at their house. Now, I am the adult and my children have a similar setup. They have Thanksgiving, Christmas, and every ...

... assume that students know how to study when in fact they have no clue. How many times have you heard the insistent plea of, "I did study!" after your child fails a test? Often when I have asked students ...

... The ferry ride is 20 minutes from the marina to the island. Round-trip tickets cost $24.75 for adults, $13.75 for children ages 3-12. Children ages two and younger ride free. Ferry and tram reservations ...

... If your neighborhood has a lot of kids, get your tween outside to watch the younger kids, creating a "sports camp" environment. Not only will your child get much needed exercise, but he'll be entertaining ...

... to color or hit the baseball? Ask if you can do it, too. Children like nothing more than to show off their latest creations or how practice has made them better in their sport. Invite him into the kitchen. ...

As parents, we all know one of the greatest things about having children is watching them grow up. There are so many small things we observe on a daily basis that can bring so much pride and joy: seeing ...

Hi, My Name is_____. Protecting Your Children from Identity Theft by Nick Kelly Identity theft is on the rise, especially those of children. In the past year, identity theft rose from 6.4 million (5.5 ...

... my girl Tori is mother to four kids and has worked as an author, blogger, reality-TV star and children's clothing designer, to name a few. Surprisingly enough, she is an amusing author who doesn't take ...

Fancy dresses, tuxedos, corsages, dinner, dancing and more. Spring is in the air, and it's Prom time! It's a night many teens look forward to and many parents stay up worrying about their children's safety. ...

... it was on his hands and not mine. Dayspring Fowler The hardest part about being a mom is seeing myself reflected in my children. The good and the bad! The best part about being a mom is the watching, ...

... and will feature local food vendors, activities for children, demonstrations, music and informational booths and displays. A Community Covenant will be signed with all three of our region's bases; Fort ...

... was. Perfectly innocent people were. Children were. In the subsequent days, we avidly watched for any and all news regarding what had happened. We listened to stories about the victims, watched the candlelight ...

... matter what the flavor, the arts help children explore their world, and discover a lot about themselves along the way. And summer, with its leisure days and outdoor opportunities, provides the perfect ...

... a medal of some kind. Possibly a diamond one? Fact: When you become pregnant every mother you come across wants to give you a detailed account on the birth of her first child, (and possibly second or ...

Marine spouse, writer shares tips on 'How Do Children Spell Love' By Ameesha Felton | Marine Corps Base Quantico | April 11, 2013 Marine Corps Base Quantico -- In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month, ...

Virginia — 9/11. Virginia Tech. Newtown. Boston. The list of horrific, violent events could go on. For adults it is hard enough to process emotions stemmed from these events, but for children it can ...

Don’t you love books? Don’t you love them even more when they’re FREE??? Yeah … me too! For a limited time (April 17-19, 2013) you can download my first children’s ebook—Tia & Toby: ...

... him food because he was hungry and gloves because his hands were cold. Something about him was so familiar. Yes, I would buy him some food. I would never deny any of my children food if they were hungry. ...

... excellent behavior of my children, it's hard not to feel like I've won the good kid lottery. As I ponder, I'm not sure how I deserve it. I am a little apprehensive about the other shoe dropping - I was ...

... at him, I knew my breasts could not do enough to keep up with my spunky, energetic child and it was time to get help. The formula brand was decided after talking to a fellow mom who breast and bottle ...

... or jealous. What should I do if I suspect my child is in a dating violence relationship? Consider your teen’s safety first. Discontinuing the relationship between your teen and the abuser ...

... that set the change in motion. Spending time with young nieces and nephews soon made me realize that I might be missing something. We had spoken about having children before, but the thought of a 'baby' ...

... diet. Think blueberries, nuts and seeds, dark, leafy green vegetables, and more! Superfoods are proven to help maintain weight, fight disease, and expand lives. Children are welcome to attend (they have ...

April is the Month of the Military Child. Some days it's easy to forget that we're a military family. All of our boxes are unpacked. We've finally committed to buying outdoor furniture. And the kids ...

... to 12-year-olds. Yet, American children on average get several times the recommended amount (up to 21 teaspoons for 4-8 year olds!) Reduce sugar consumption by limiting sugary drinks (including juice), ...

... statistics on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in children. You hear about it in schools, coffee shops, restaurants, mom's groups, family gatherings and in our pop culture. In fact, ASD has become so prevalent ...

... on a real budget, you have to see things in another light so you can transform it to what you want it to look like." Children's Spaces Children's rooms are fun to decorate, exclaims Soto, but parents ...

... Friday, April 26, 2013. "This beautiful tree species is native to Virginia, and children will enjoy caring for it and watching it grow," says Paulin Cheatham, spokesman for Dominion's Project Plant It! ...

Elaine Stone Give me an "A" word regarding children/parenting: a plethora of answers will ensue depending on station, perspective or latest interaction. "Applesauce," "affectionate," "active" and "attitude" ...

... What do I need to look for as a parent? It is often easier to understand something when it is broken down into smaller terms and definitions. As parents, we may not want to imagine our child receiving ...

Fredericksburg is full of interesting artists who can cultivate your inner creative. Meet two local talents who have made a career in the arts and can help your children tap into their artistic potential: ...

Local Resources for Preventing Child Abuse In Virginia, a child is abused or neglected every 75 minutes, and every 14 days a child dies from such mistreatment. However, despite this alarming statistic, ...

... about what autism is, how it can impact speech and language skills, and ways to work with children with autism to increase their communication. New numbers came out last week detailing how many ...

... and even buried in the ground. I just knew you were a terrible mother to let your children break so many toys. Worse yet, the children tried to hide the broken things from you. The poor dears must have ...

For many parents, it has been quite a long road to get a proper diagnosis for their child. Some worry that next month that road may just get longer. On May 5th, 2013 when the new version of the Diagnostic ...

... does she play?" or "it must be nice that she can draw well" or "at least she will be good with a computer some day." You see... a lot of the media segments show autistic children that are blessed with ...

... information during those two long years of healing and know that everything that happened was directed by the Universe. I never would have imagined raising another child at this point in my ...

... membership fee per child applies) ...

Summer Camp: "History and Art - Where the Past is Present" July 7 - July 9, 2010 Contact Person - Sara Poore; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. www.famcc.org In this three-day art camp, children will be introduced ...

... community. Tour departs from Market Square, located behind historic Town Hall, and last approximately 1 hour. The cost for all tours is $4/adults $1/child. Participants will receive a discounted ...

Festival of Kitchens A fun and educational tour of five dream kitchens in downtown Fredericksburg. Sponsored by the kitchen works, inc. All proceeds benefit the Rappahannock Area Council for Children and ...

Easter Egg Decorating Ages 3-12. Cost is $5/child and bring 1 or 2 dozen eggs to decorate. Register with Stafford Parks and Rec by April 12 at 540-658-4871. ...

Egg-Splashing Easter Party! Event is for ages 3-10 at the Woodlands Pool and Splashpad. Cost is $8/child. Register by April 1 at 540-658-4241. ...

Earth Day on the Farm Celebrate Earth Day on the farm. Vendors, food, activities and more. Children under 10 receive a free Easter Egg bag. Mt Olympus Farm, 23298 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Ruther Glen,VA ...

... 5 and under only. You MUST pre-register for this event. RSVP by 4/11/11. Time: 11am. Admission: $3/child. (540) 658-4871. $ Curtis Park Fredericksburg, VA 22406 Stafford Parks and Rec ...

UMW COAR's Annual Spring Forward Festival for Kids Featuring crafts, games, food and an egg hunt; children encouraged to bring baskets; sponsored by Community Outreach and Resources; UMW president's residence ...

21st Annual Multicultural Fair Featuring multicultural entertainment, children's activities, international and American food, and ethnic craft vendors; Ball Circle; 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; free; (540) 654-1044. ...

... will be on display. Buy-Sell-Trade Children under 12 admitted free if accompanied by an adult. For more info contact: Lewis Leigh, Jr. @ 703-771-3081 $ Fredericksburg Expo Center fredericksburg, VA 22401 ...

... for the children and social time for the parents, lots of family fun! Cosner Park - Northeast Spotsylvania; 1 H.C.C. Drive; Located off of Route 2 (Tidewater Trail), 2/10 mile south of Tidewater Market ...

Great Lives Lecture: Mickey Mantle Great Lives Lecture, Mickey Mantle, by Jane Leavy, author of "The Last Boy: Mickey Mantle and the End of America's Childhood"; George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium; ...

... very exciting local author. All proceeds from the event benefit The Fredericksburg Area Service League, a non profit organization dedicated to Children's Charities in Fredericksburg. Visit our website ...

Connections Family Resource Fair/Special Needs Free family resource fair for children with special needs. Free admission to the Children's Museum of Richmond and tote bag for the first 500 fair participants. ...

... stay-at-home mothers. The chapter offers playgroups for children and special programs for mothers, including book club, sewing club, coffee talk, and lecture series. The members also perform service projects ...

... at $50 and offer free admission to Montpelier throughout the year. Children ages 6-14 are $5 and children ages 5 and under will be admitted free. Cancellations must be made 48 hours in advance in order ...

Mother’s Mart Free admission. Public is invited to come buy children’s toys and clothes from other parents. Sponsored by Fredericksburg Parks & Recreation. Dorothy Hart Community Center, 408 Canal Street. ...

Children's Art Expo Messy, creative fun with hands-on art activities for children. Raindate: moves indoor to Dorothy Hart Community Center Admission: Ticket sales Sponsored by Fredericksburg Parks and ...

... garage. This year’s series will feature exciting new activities for kids including a moon bounce and art activities. Also don’t forget Touch-a-Truck! A great hands-on activity to keep children of ...

... forget Touch-a-Truck! A great hands-on activity to keep children of all ages entertained and learning. Scheduled Performers / Touch-A-Truck May 3rd Will ...

Easter Egg Hunt At Memorial (Kenmore) Park For Children 3rd grade and younger. Free Admission. Sponsored by Fredericksburg Parks and Recreation ...

Children's Art Show Thursday – Saturday, March 24th – 26th, 2011 Thurs.-Fri. 10AM-8PM, Saturday 9AM-12PM Dorothy Hart Community Center 408 Canal St. Local children ages 4 through 12th grade exhibit their ...

A Salute to John Williams Featuring the winner of the Fredericksburg Festival of the Arts Student Competition - Hope Strayer All Tickets: $20.00 Adults, $15.00 Seniors, Children under 18 Free http://www.rappahannockpops.org/ ...

Family Fair 2011 8 am-1:30 pm - Resource, information/vendor fair for families, students, people with special needs, child care providers, senior citizens and professionals. Attend choice of 3 sessions. ...

3rd Annual CASA SPINATHON Community fundraiser to benefit the Rappahannock CASA's operating budget. CASA volunteers provide a voice in court for abused and neglected children in Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, ...

... will be on hand to answer questions and review the requirements to foster or adopt in Virginia. You can change the life of a child forever. Heather Gaffney This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 540-273-3308 www.umfs.org ...

Winter Splash Party Winter Splash Party - for children up to age 10. Join us for pool games, swimming, a character meet and greet with the Little Mermaid and Jack Sparrow, amd lunch. Tickets are $15 ...

DC4K - DivorceCare for Kids DivorceCare for Kids (DC4K) is a special group to help your children heal from the pain caused by a separation or divorce. DC4K provides your children with a safe and neutral ...

... family who built their original home from the abandoned soldiers' huts. The Gilmore Farm is the post-Civil War home of freedman George Gilmore, his wife Polly, and their five children. George Gilmore, ...

Fidget to Focus: Strategies that work for children with ADD/ADHD Spotsylvania Parent Resource Center If you want children to focus, you must first capture their interest. Join us for tips to include ...

... preside over the events and talk about his experiences as a child at Ferry Farm. Visitors will enjoy games, crafts, and exhibits and will be able to sing "Happy Birthday" to George. George Washington's ...

... Only $25 dollars for children under 12 years old! (new price for reserved table - only $600 dollars!!!) Reserved Table seats 9 people! Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center ...

... Refreshments, community speakers, children’s toys, and socialization with other moms and their children. Learn more about the club at www.spotsymomsclub.org. Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call Helen ...

... stay-at-home mothers. The chapter offers playgroups for children and special programs for mothers, including book club, sewing club, coffee talk, and lecture series. The members also perform service projects ...

Sibling Classes For children ages 2 through 9 Through a variety of activities, including a big brother/big sister craft to take home, your child will learn about the changes a new baby can bring into the ...

... but registration is necessary. All classes end with a tour of Women's & Children's Services. Space is limited to 12 couples. MORNING CLASSES - 9 a.m. to 12 noon March 26 December 10 EVENING CLASSES ...