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Fredericksburg Parent & Family

December 2021

Goodbye to an Awesome Possum

Dec 30, 2021 06:00AM ● By Leigh Anne Van Doren

Stuart, the original awesome possum, and the inspiration for Karen Brace’s possum education business Awesome Possumz, has died at the age of three. Stuart had a career as an education possum due...

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Kids Music Review!

Dec 29, 2021 06:00AM ● By Matthew Jones

There is a lot of kids music out there. What’s worthwhile to listen to? What should you avoid? Let’s dig into the wide world of kids music. These reviews are geared to best prepare you with the...

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The Community Foundation

Dec 28, 2021 06:00AM ● By Lenora Kruk-Mullanaphy

The Community Foundation advocates for the vitality and well-being of the Rappahannock River Region. Its mission is to build a flourishing philanthropic community and strives to be the authority...

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Parents are Key to Children’s Mental Health

Dec 27, 2021 06:00AM ● By Emily Freehling

RACSB offers practical tips for supporting and helping your child  In October, three major children’s health organizations declared children’s mental health a national emergency. The American...

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Staff Question: What Holiday Activity Do You Enjoy Doing with Your Family?

Dec 24, 2021 06:00AM ● By Chris Jones

"My daughters and I enjoy making my grandmother’s, cut-out cookie recipe each year. We make the dough, cut out the cookies and then have a blast decorating, usually while singing loudly to...

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The Coolest Way to Hot Cocoa! 

Dec 22, 2021 06:00AM ● By Debra Caffrey

With the holidays and cold weather approaching, it’s time to stock up on your favorite hot chocolate blends for snow days and Christmas morning snuggling. Hot cocoa is such an easy thing to put...

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What Type of School Is Right for Your Teen?

Dec 20, 2021 06:10AM ● By Cheryl Maguire

Next year my twins will be entering the ninth grade, their first year of high school. Their grades will soon “count” if they apply to colleges. The type of high school they attend will also be a...

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Holidays Sweets & Nightcaps for Mom and Dad

Dec 16, 2021 06:00AM ● By Rhiannon Ellis

Hey, grownups! The holiday season isn’t just for the kids! Put the little ones to bed, get the fireplace going and cozy up with one of these delicious holiday desserts paired with local-made...

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Kings Dominion Winterfest

Dec 15, 2021 01:27PM ● By Matthew Jones

It’s December! And that means that everyone is putting up their holiday decorations. The good folks at Kings Dominion are joining in the fun. I’m a big fan of Busch Gardens’ Christmas Town, but...

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How to Be a Holiday Cheer Spreader

Dec 14, 2021 04:43PM ● By Brandy Centolanza

The holiday season is the time of year for spreading extra happiness, kindness, and cheer. As you prepare your celebrations, here are some fun and simple ways you and your children can make days...

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