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Denise Tong
 
 
 
 

Charity Scavenger Hunt Through NYC: September 24 | August 22, 2011

There’s no better way to experience autumn in New York than by enjoying the crisp outdoors, visiting different neighborhoods, engaging in friendly competition, and helping the community–all at once! On Saturday, September 24, join the AmAsian Race, a four-hour scavenger hunt that will give a nod to a variety of Asian cultures and take each team through numerous Manhattan neighborhoods. Teams will consist of 3-6 members, so gather a group together or enter as an individual and meet new people.

Registration is open through September 10; spots are limited.

Date: Saturday, September 24
Time: 1:00-5:00 p.m. for the race; awards ceremony to follow
Registration … Read More »


 

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Leslie Bogar
 
 
 
 

Don’t Be Afraid! | October 21, 2010

If you’re entering the world of teens it can seem a daunting task to say the least. The door to their world can seem alien and unfriendly, but don’t be afraid. Do some cultural research and forge ahead.  Entertainment geared towards teens, in the form of music and video games, changes as fast as grass grows in the summer, but you can still jump in and learn a little if you’re willing.

Why would you do this? Because when you learn about someone else’s world it opens the door for relationship building. Ask your teen questions about their likes and dislikes and then go … Read More »


 

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Michelle Lehman
 
 
 
 

It’s Game Night…Do You Have All the Pieces?!?! | June 18, 2010

Our family loves Pizza and Game Night!  Nothing is worse than sitting down to a little pizza and setting up a game just to realize that you are missing a ”few” pieces to the game…kind of takes the fun out of it!

So let’s get these games under control and while we are at it get the cards and puzzles organized as well.

If you have a huge storage closet for games, you are so lucky!!  All I would say to you is categorize your games by age group, such as pre-school, teen or adult games.  Make sure you keep adult games … Read More »


 

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Carrie Castleman
 
 
 
 

Slugging Up Some Family Car Fun | November 4, 2009

SLUG BUGS!  Oh yeah…the slug bug game is alive and well and working its way through family cars all over the United States.

A year ago, while on my way with friends to a charity event, I was re-acquainted with this game by their two boys ages 11 and 9.  Man I forgot how much fun that game is.  A free punch to young children and unruly spouses and all that is needed is to spot that Volkswagen Bug (VW).  Well I informed my two girls of this game and it has been “on” ever since.

Do you remember the rules?  When … Read More »


 

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Christine Spencer
 
 
 
 

Remember To Have Fun | May 6, 2009

When was the last time that you played an enjoyable game? If you quit playing because it is a child’s sport, then you are wrong.


 

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kimbyers
 
 
 
 

Pin-The-Jewel-On-The-Crown | March 10, 2009

Here’s a twist on pin-the-tail-on-the-donkey, pin-the-jewel-on-the-crown. Here’s what you need:

* 1 yard brown or gold wrapping paper
* Jewel tone craft paper or construction paper
* Blind fold
* Double sided tape
* Prizes

And here are the simple steps:

1. Cut a crown shape out of the wrapping paper.
2. Cut shapes (diamonds, octagons, circles) out of the jewel tone craft paper.
3. Cut an “X” out of the jewel tone craft paper.
4. Just before the game begins, put a piece of double sided tape on the back of your jewels. (Tip: Do not use “permanent” unless you want them to play the game only once.)

And here’s … Read More »


 

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carriebishop
 
 
 
 

Busy Toddler Praise Games and Ideas | August 27, 2008

Being a first time Mom, these ideas have been a great tool in helping me encourage my daughter and create a special bond between the two of us, so I thought I would share them with you.

Too often parents focus on the bad things children do, while letting the good go unnoticed.  Here is a simple way to reinforce and reward cooperation and kindness.

You will need:
A pack of plastic monkey links for this.

Hang a plastic monkey on the wall in a place where you can add more monkeys to make a chain.  When you catch your child being especially … Read More »