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How to help your kids make friends at a new school

Starting a new school can be daunting for students, but parents can help ease the transition. Experts say parents can help by arranging playdates and attending social events such as birthday parties to foster connections. Encouraging kids to join extracurricular activities can also help ...

Zachary Smith to perform at St. Mark's First Sunday

LEWISTOWN — St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Lewistown has announced its First Sunday schedule for the remainder of 2026. Scheduled events provide an opportunity for the community to experience quality entertainment of various genres at no charge. This is a monthly event for the community to enjoy a concert or lecture. The event is free, though a collection is taken to benefit a deserving service within the community. As the name implies, it is held on the first Sunday of the month at 2 p.m. at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 21 S. Main St., Lewistown. No reservations are needed. ...

Fruits and vegetables recommendations for school-aged kids

Growing bodies require lots of TLC so kids grow up to become healthy adults. According to the Healthy Eating Research, a national research program dedicated to improving children’s nutrition and preventing childhood obesity, school-aged children between the ages of five and eight are ready to learn about healthy eating. Parents also might benefit from a rundown of what constitutes healthy eating for school-aged kids. Serving sizes Parents accustomed to reading food labels undoubtedly recognize that serving sizes are a key component on packaged goods. But what about fruits and ...

Shake up your morning

(Culinary.net) Some mornings can be such a drag and make you feel exhausted. On those days, it looks like everyone is moving slow (especially the kids), getting ready seems like a big chore and making a wholesome and hearty breakfast feels nearly impossible. You look at the clock and minute ...

6 simple yet fun school-day meals to feed your kids with minimal chaos

6 simple yet fun school-day meals to feed your kids with minimal chaos (Feature Impact) When it comes to planning lunches and dinners on busy school days, simplicity is the name of the game. Parents who are already juggling carpools, practices, errands and homework don't need anything extra ...