8 Happy Little Facts About Bob Ross
April 28, 2023
As I was leaving the movie theater last week, a poster of Owen Willson sporting a blonde perm holding a paint palette and brush caught my eye. “Is Owen Wilson playing Bob Ross?,” I wondered. Well, not exactly … While the main character ...
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5 Books Perfect as Gifts for Mother’s Day
April 28, 2023
Gift the book-loving mom in your life what she really wants this Mother's Day—more books. Whether it be a royal coffee table book, a cookbook inspired by a literary mastermind, or a complete crafting kit to inspire a new hobby, Thunder Bay Press h...
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Magical Activities Your Next Harry Potter™ Movie Night
April 17, 2023
The Warner Bros 100th Anniversary is this April, so we’re watching Harry Potter™ all month long to commemorate the event. Planning on throwing your own wizard-themed movie night? We’ve got the perfect activities to keep your evening magical. ...
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5 Activity Books for Your Easter Gift Basket
March 30, 2023
With all the buzz about Easter gift baskets for your little ones this April, we've been feeling a little left out. Why shouldn't adults receive baskets as well? So, we've sat down and compiled a list of our favorite activity books to fill your next ...
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10 Activity Kits to Save for a Snowy Day
March 7, 2023
By Christa Protano As I write this, we are in the middle of winter. Fortunately, we are not knee-deep in snow. I live in the Northeast and this winter has been unseasonably warm. While this has been a blessing for those who dislike the cold, as a...
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4 Small Ways to Calm Anxiety
February 8, 2023
By Christa Protano If you're reading former First Lady Michelle Obama’s new book, The Light We Carry: Overcoming in Uncertain Times, you are probably familiar with the phrase, “The Power of Small.” It’s the idea of finding a practical...
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4 Activities to Get You in the Spooky Spirit
September 14, 2022
By: Christa Protano Confession: When I was growing up, I was petrified of Halloween. Werewolves, Mike Meyers, Freddie Kruger — no, thank you. Now that I’m older, I love the spooky season. Well, I still don’t watch scary movies, but I lov...
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Summer Books for the Whole Family
June 24, 2022
By: Christa Protano School is finally winding down, if not out already, and that means the lazy summer days are almost here. Whether you’re gearing up for a family vacation, searching for your child’s next beach read, or looking for activi...
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Mother’s Day Gift Guide
May 1, 2022
By: Christa Protano With Mother’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to pick out something special for the most important lady in your life. We can’t think of a better way to say “I Love You, Mom” than with a gift that encourages ...
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Cooking By the Book
February 22, 2022
By: Christa Protano Ever wonder what Bilbo Baggins or Mr. Darcy ate in a single day? Now, superfans of classic literature can take a deep dive into the diets of a their favorite characters and get creative in the kitchen, too. Inspired by worl...
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