There are lots of awesome ways to spend a gorgeous summer day, but working over a hot stove is not one many of us would pick. When the temperature heats up and there’s summer fun to be had, the last thing you want to be worrying about is what to cook. Continue reading.
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15 slow cooker recipes for the summer that you can set and forget
CONTEST: Picture books about the world around – and beyond – us 
We have one dozen beautifully illustrated picture books from Holiday House Publishing and Dawn Publications to give away to one lucky reader!
Read More »Kids want a better connection with their parents: Survey 
While 75 percent of parents think they understand their child’s interests, today’s youth are no different from previous generations who feel that their parents just don’t “get it.”
Read More »A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood movie trailer 
Based on the true story of a real-life friendship between Fred Rogers and journalist Tom Junod.
Read More »Hersheypark unveils Candymonium hypercoaster, opening in 2020 
The hypercoaster will feature a lift height of 210 feet, maximum speed of 76 m.p.h. and a track length of 4,636 feet, making it the tallest, fastest and longest coaster in Hersheypark.
Read More »Kim Kardashian visits Harrisburg to hang out with her friend, Pa.’s second lady 
Like many of us, Gisele Fetterman, wife of Pennsylvania’s lieutenant governor John Fetterman, shared a picture of her and her visiting friend to her Instagram page yesterday. Unlike most of us, Fetterman’s visiting friend was Kim Kardashian, the famed socialite and media personality. Continue reading.
Read More »Elf on the Shelf musical headed to Hershey; tickets go on sale Saturday 
This story of one small elf’s big impact on his adoptive family includes an exclusive invitation to Santa’s North Pole and engages audiences with a glimpse into the magical lives of Scout Elves.
Read More »Please stop helicopter-parenting my kid 
The influence of other parents on our own parenting can be immense, even inhibitive. Concern can lead to judgment, which can lead to shaming, or even more dire consequences. Continue reading.
Read More »Dunkin’ to celebrate opening of Next Generation Restaurant in Enola with free coffee for a year for 105 customers 
Additionally, the first 500 guests in line will receive a free Dunkin' travel mug that will allow them to get $0.99 coffee refills until January 1, 2020.
Read More »VeggieFest returns to Harrisburg August 17 
Harrisburg VeggieFest is both vegetarian and vegan-friendly, while also an opportunity to introduce those who may not identify themselves as either to a plant-based, locally sourced lifestyle.
Read More »The problem with ‘lady Thor’ and ‘female James Bond’ 
When the noxious fanboys who howl about movies being too “PC” and “woke” inevitably revved up after the recent announcements of a female Thor and a potential female 007, I did what I always do: roll my eyes. Continue reading.
Read More »10 tips to “toddler-proof” your vacation hotel room or cottage 
Because your toddler doesn't take a break from being a toddler when you're on vacation.
Read More »The Boppy Company recalls infant head and neck accessories due to suffocation risks 
The product is an accessory to be used in infant swings, bouncers and strollers.
Read More »Prince George’s soccer jersey is causing controversy 
As everything the royals do is put under a microscope, even a small thing like George wearing an England jersey can cause a stir, and accusations of giving England preferential treatment. Continue reading.
Read More »Gretna Theatre’s “Pinocchio” heads to Hershey Gardens on August 3 
The original musical has been adapted to run as a 60-minute, one-act show to appeal to young children.
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