Set Children Up for Day Care Success: 6 ways parents can prep little ones for child care
(Family Features) Long days of school, first trips to day care or even a return from a period of at-home care can be difficult or downright nerve-wracking for parents and children alike. This new adventure can bring challenges from keeping...
Concordia Village Men’s Choir Connects Through Song
“Music, whether performing or listening, always brings back fond memories,” says Claus Bacher, who volunteers as the director of the Men’s Choir at Concordia Village, a Lutheran Senior Services Life Plan Community in Springfield, Illinois. The...
Quick, Easy Recipes to Add to Your Dinner Rotation: Simple, nutritious meals to make more time for family
(Family Features) Making time for meals together can have a positive impact on the well-being of families, including children and adolescents. In fact, regular meals at home can help reduce stress and boost self-esteem, according to...
Are you ready to symphony? Join your Illinois Symphony Orchestra this season!
Adventure abounds as the Illinois Symphony Orchestra (ISO) takes you on an exhilarating musical journey! From Tchaikovsky’s fiery Fourth Symphony to Prokofiev's vibrant Third Piano Concerto, to the zany tunes from your favorite animated...
Spencer Theatre presents Nightfall with Edgar Allan Poe October 12-14, 2023 @ Hoogland
Edgar Allan Poe stands alone in the flickering darkness of his mind, trying desperately to convince himself - and us - that he's not mad. The spell he weaves brings us a highly theatrical adaptation of four tales Poe himself considered his...
Brunch Board with a Twist
(Family Features) Few things go together like the weekend and brunch. Whether that means gathering with family, friends or a combination of both, it’s the perfect time to slow down and bring your loved ones together for a lighthearted meal....
Grant Funds Available for Childhood Development and Education Programs – Proposals will be accepted through November 3
Image by pencil parker from Pixabay The Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln is currently accepting proposals for grant requests from the Future Fund. The Future Fund is the endowment fund ofthe Young Philanthropists giving circle ....
Super Foods for a Nutritious Diet
(Family Features) The health community has long praised the benefits of vitamins and nutrients derived from natural sources. For those looking to improve their health or take preventative measures, these 10 natural super foods can be...
Calming Color: Design inspiration for a comforting, relaxing home
(Family Features) Updating your home can provide the perfect opportunity to explore new design styles or refresh living spaces with a new color scheme. In fact, a coat of paint can help set the mood for entire rooms in your home. By turning to...
Scare Up a Sweet, Thrilling Treat
(Family Features) For a frighteningly fun time in the kitchen this Halloween, gather your family around the cauldron to create a sweet, spooky dessert. Tricks and treats may provide thrills, but a homemade concoction can be the star of your...
