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Best school supply deals this week

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Back to school deals are in full swing. I'm not sure anyone wants to think about actually going back to school but here are some "penny deals" that you will love. Parents, use this list to plan your shopping strategy and you can save a lot on pencils, notebooks and folders. This list will be updated each week. These deals are from Sunday, August 6th, to Saturday, August 12th, 2017. Make sure … [Read more...] about Best school supply deals this week

Fun Triangle hikes with kids

While collecting our 15 Best Hikes in the Triangle, we noticed several that seemed perfect for families, with a mix of easy hikes, lively scenery, picnicking and playgrounds. That Makes Sense Interpretive Trail, Horton Grove Nature Preserve, Durham. Print out a scavenger hunt list from the website and fill it in as you follow the signs explaining how all animals, including people, use their … [Read more...] about Fun Triangle hikes with kids

WAKE Up and Read’s 8th Annual Book Drive

WAKE Up and Read is a community coalition made up of 30+ organizations working together toward one common goal -- improving childhood literacy in Wake County. One of the ways that WAKE Up and Read encourages childhood literacy is through their Grab, Go & Read book giveaways. This program is for families with children from birth to 5th grade.  Simply drive up to the WAKE Up and … [Read more...] about WAKE Up and Read’s 8th Annual Book Drive

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Kids

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