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PB Picks - Holiday Gift Guide/New Year’s Eve P. 6 6th Annual Holiday Gift Guide P. 8 75+ Stocking Stuffers P. 13 Calming the Chaos of the Holidays P.14 Road Trip Boredom Busters P. 18

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How to Instant Pot P. 20

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Winter Break Camps P. 24 Family Events Calendar P. 26

ON THE COVER Sarah Wilson, Brittany Bonefas, Madeleine Miller and Tyveze Littlejohn of Palm Beach Gardens are dancing in Ballet Palm Beach’s The Nutcracker on December 1-3 at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. Don’t miss their Upcoming performance of the Gatsby Feb 24-25. Visit www.balletpalmbeach.org for more information.

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Letter From The Publisher Greetings, Where did another year go? At the end of the year I reflect on what has happened this past year and all the milestones achieved by my family.

I feel like they are all growing up so fast. My youngest “baby” is no longer a baby and started kindergarten, my step-son officially entered those dreaded teenage years and my daughter seems like she’s already a teenager with her 8-year old attitude. There will definitely be a challenging new year to say the least.

My “other baby”, PB Parenting, turned 6 this year!

Time has flown so fast and we are entering into our 7th year of publishing! I want to thank all our readers and advertisers for your continued support of PB Parenting. Also my amazing team!

These issues that you read every month, couldn’t be put together without my amazing team which is continuing to grow. I look forward to what year 7 brings to our publication and would love your feedback with any ideas that you would love to see. Don’t forget we aren’t just a paper publication!

You can reach out to us digitally in our facebook groups - Palm Beach County Moms (Moms only) or Palm Beach County Parents (Dads and Moms), our website pbparenting.com and our weekly e-newsletter to stay informed and get advice on all your parenting needs.

Please remember we are a free resource to you that wouldn’t be possible without the support of our local advertisers. When I do my holiday shopping, I think LOCAL first! Starting on page 8 we have compiled our 6th annual Holiday Gift Guide filled with local shopping suggestions for just about everyone on your list.

Happy Holidays & Best Wishes for 2018 from the PB Parenting family!

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Holiday Gift Gu ide

The Hot Toy this season! Meet Fingerlings Baby Monkeys - a line of six super cute pet robots that come to life with 50+ sweet and silly interactive animations spanning realistic monkey sounds, blinking eyes, head turns, and​ ​grip​ping hands​.​ ​Kids can pet ​or​ swing them​to see how they react​, and even blow them kisses or rock them to sleep! They are available at major retailers and online.

A fun subscription box for your tween or teen check out Boodle Box – the best subscription box for fashionistas-in-training! A monthly subscription box or one-time gift, Boodle Box is filled with adorable accessories and beauty products for teens and tweens.

How does it work? Just choose from two age groups (Boodle One ages 6-11 and Boodle Two ages 12 and up) and a 1,3 6 or 12 month subscriptions or one-time gift and uncover the fun! With a new theme each month. For more information check out www. theboodlebox.com.

PB Parenting’s Favorite Places to Explore Winter break is the perfect time to explore your own backyard. South Florida is a major tourist destination and sometimes we miss out all the fun that is right here!

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Palm Beach Zoo South Florida Science Center and Aquarium Loggerhead Marinelife Center Schoolhouse Children’s Museum & Learning Center West Palm Beach Downtown Green Market Kids Play Places such as Cool Beans Indoor Playground and Cafe, Joey’s Outback, Kidtutive Sandoway House - Delray Hoffman’s Chocolate Winter Wonderland Free Movie Night at the Wellington Ampitheatre or Screen on the Green

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on Clematis Performances at Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, Sol Childrens’ Theatre and Ballet Palm Beach Lion Country Safari Norton Art Museum Puttin’ Around Delray Beach Morikami Japanese Garden Grassy Waters Preserve Head to your local beach or playground Mounts Botanical Garden Rent Kayaks or Paddle Boards at Jupiter Outdoor Center Adults Only Ideas Brewery tour (there are 10 in Palm Beach County and the list is growing!)

Wine Bar (Blind Monk, City Cellar and Oak Bistro are our favorites) Spa Day at the PGA National Resort

New Year’s Eve Fun New Year’s Eve with the kids can be a little tricky. Check out our calendar for some “Noon-Eve Year’s activities.” Also here are some suggestions for some games and some sparkle for Mom at midnight! (when hopefully the kids will be in bed!)

Game time with Utter nonsense! The Hilarious Accent Game-Family Edition gather the family around the table and get ready to laugh. You don’t have to be good at accents and the combinations don’t need to make sense, that’s where the fun comes in! Players combine silly accents with even sillier phrases to create sayings and actions that are just plain ridiculous. Players are encouraged to improvise too. Chock full of family fun, you and your family will be rolling on the floor laughing in no time. Age range: 8+ Available online: https://www.target. com/p/utter-nonsense-family-board-game/-/A-52137387 For when the clock strikes midnight try some pink bubbly for New Year’s Eve MIONETTO GRAN ROSÉ Rosé Extra Dry This Rosè is the result of soft pressing of red grapes. Peach blossom color with shiny reflections accompanied by a fine, lively perlage.

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Holiday Gift Guide Cool Beans Indoor Playground & Café Happy Holiday Season!

Give the gift of clean, safe, FUN! Cool Beans Indoor Playground & Cafe is a fun, family-friendly destination located in Downtown at the Gardens in Palm Beach Gardens. Children can play in a safe, sanitary 6,000 sq. ft. playground, complete with a toddler and infant area, giant foam pit, story time nook, trampolines, slides, costume area and more! Purchase your gift cards today! Call 561.627.1782 now or visit CoolBeansPlayCafe.com.

Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center With so many great shows on the horizon, why not provide your loved ones with tickets to a show and memories that will last forever. Visit www.dollyhand.org for a complete list of performances including The Living Christmas Tree, Acrobats of Cirquetacular’s Snowkus Pocus and more or call 561-993-1160.

Family Yoga Zen Zone The holidays are approaching….give the Gift of Zen this holiday season! Perfect for both the children and adults in your life. It’s a great gift idea for your mommy friends (or give someone a gift idea for YOU!) as there is onsite child care! Many class options

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available to choose from. Located in Delray Beach. For more information call 561-3031005 or visit www.FamilyYogaZenZone. com.

Genies Gymnastics At Genie’s Gymnastics the children come first. We focus on their specific goals, and have a lot of fun while working towards excellence.

Girls and boys gymnastics and cheerleading classes available. Centrally located between Jog Rd and Hagen Ranch behind the chevron gas station. Call 561-868-0288 or visit www.geniesgymnastics.com for more details.

Johan Kriek Tennis Academy Give the gift of tennis! Perfect for the kids or adults in your life! Full time & part time academy training, home school and after school are available, Quickstart and high performance training. Call for details 561-814-3655.

Located in Palm Beach Gardens. www. johankriektennis.com.

Kids Choice Sports, Dance & Fitness We offer a wide range of programs including Gymnastics, Karate, Cheer, Dance and more for children of all ages and Karate and Personal Training for adults in Boca

Raton, FL. Classes would make a great gift for any young child! For more information call (561) 998-4225 or visit www. gokidschoice.com.

Kidtuitive Give the gift of FUN with passes to Kidtuitive, a new indoor play space for children 1-12 years old located in Boynton Beach. They offer just the right balance of old-fashion play and digital fun through Zumbini, Sign and Sing, Yoga, Mommy & Me, Story Time, Open Play all day and more! For more information visit www. kidtuitive.com or call 561-530-4735.

Kids Need More Art Give young artists the gift of creativity at Kids Need More Art! We offer gift certificates in any denomination for one of our many art programs throughout the year. Visit our

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Featuring a photo and personalized certificate, a sea turtle adoption is a unique and meaningful gift that connects your loved ones with the ocean beyond the holidays! You can adopt a sea turtle for as low as $35. Holiday adoptions must be made by December 17 to ensure Christmas delivery. Learn more at marinelife.org/adopt.

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Palm Beach Zoo Give the gift of nature and some fun with a Palm Beach Zoo Annual Membership!

Zoo memberships help make the natural world a priority in your loved ones’ lives and are a meaningful way to support the 500+ animals entrusted to our care.

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Schoolhouse Children’s Museum & Learning Center Membership or daily passes make a great holiday gift for the children in your life.

We are more than just a museum – come find out! We offer an array of education programs including FREE weekly programs, affordable art classes, and specialty workshops for children ages 1-7.

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Sol Children Theatre Give the Gift of Theatre!

A Gift Certificate to a Sol Children Theatre production is an excellent way to celebrate the season. A trip to the theatre will create memories to be treasured forever. Visit www.solchildren.org for more information or call 561-447-8829.

Be Sure to Check Out This Month’s Calendar Listings for Special Classes and Events!

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South Florida Science Center & Aquarium There are so many great gifts available at the South Florida Science Center! Give your loved ones passes to visit, an annual membership, or stop in our Science Center store to purchase a wide variety of science goodies! Bring the gift of exploration home with interactive science kits or a plethora of small treasures. Members save 10% on purchases! These items may be ordered by telephone at 561-832-1988 or via email at bsharrar@sfsciencecenter.org.

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Toddler Stuffers 1. Bath toys 2. Bubble bath 3. Bathtub crayons 4. Character socks (check Target’s dollar spot they usually have some) 5. Bubble wands 6. Band-aids with their favorite character 7. Board books 8. Dish set with their favorite character 9. Bouncy Balls 10. Large non-toxic crayons Kid Stuffers 11. Stickers 12. Pez 13. Noise makers (for New Year’s Eve!) 14. Mini cereal boxes or snacks 15. Glow sticks 16. Astronaut ice cream 17. Lip gloss/lipstick 18. Mini nail polish (we love non-toxic Piggy Paint) 19. Fruit snacks 20. Matchbox cars 21. Slap bracelets 22. Lego or Playmobil mini figures 23. Fun shaped erasers 24. Glow in the dark stars and planets 25. Dress up jewelry 26. Travel games 27. Small stuffed animal 28. Crayons 29. Coloring Book 30. Silly putty 31. Washable Markers 32. Watercolor paints 33. Yo-yo 34. Piggy Bank 35. Night Light 36. Kaleidoscope 37. Hair bows 38. Hair brush 39. Character Underwear 40. Toothbrush Teen Stuffers 41. Earbuds 42. iTunes gift card 43. USB Flash drive

44. Cell phone cover 45. Gift card to bowling alley, ice skating rink or mini golf 46. Makeup 47. Fun looking pens 48. Perfume or cologne 49. Nail polish in funky colors 50. Lanyard for keys 51. Keychain 52. Wallet 53. Chocolate or their favorite candy 54. Fast food gift cards 55. Gum Mom Stuffers 56. Coffee shop gift card 57. Scented hand lotion 58. Scented hand soaps 59. Keychain charms of kids with initials 60. Gift card for a pedicure 61. Gourmet coffee 62. Specialty tea 63. Scented candles 64. Make up 65. Chocolates 66. Box of Stationary Dad Stuffers 67. Coffee shop gift card 68. Drill bits 69. Tool keychain 70. Mini flashlight 71. Gift card to bowling alley 72. Wallet 73. Tape measure 74. USB flash drive 75. Car charger for cell phone 76. Beef jerky 77. Car wash gift card 78. Golf tees 79. Golf balls 80. Tire pressure guage Everyone Stuffers 81. Hot Cocoa Packets 82. Candy 83. Christmas Ornament 84. Slipper Socks 85. Gift Card for favorite store 86. Cash

Calming the Chaos of the Holidays

BY TIFFANY DOERR GUERZON

Trim that schedule How quickly that calendar fills starting in November, especially if you have more than one child. Look over your invitations and see if there are any you can decline. Get older kids involved in planning family outings to narrow down what is important to each family Think about what you really want member. Review what you usually Sit down with a pen and paper and do during the season. Has seeing write down your vision of an ideal The Nutcracker been a tradition, but holiday. Not the presents you hope to wrestling the kids into dressy clothes give or receive, but what you want to was exhausting last year? Consider experience and feel. Is it a joyful feeling replacing that outing with something when your kids open their gifts? Is it a more relaxed that everyone will enjoy. warm, peaceful feeling of cuddling with Most importantly, once you’ve figured the kids in front of the tree? Or maybe out what everyone wants to do, block you just want a special sit-down dinner out a few days or evenings in which with extended family? Once you have an you can stay home. Mark those on your idea of what will make you happy during calendar as you would any required the holidays, you can try to plan for it. event. Use that time to recharge.

The holidays are supposed to be magical times of family togetherness. But often, especially for parents of young children, this season is just plain stressful. While you can’t avoid all of the stress of the season, there are ways to cut down on the chaos.

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Eat well When life gets hectic, healthy eating is often the first thing to go—quickly followed by dropping blood sugar and rising stress levels! If you have time, prepare a few meals before the holiday rush to keep in the freezer for those nights you are too tired to cook. Or, before you hit the drive-thru of a fast food restaurant (again) consider instead picking up a rotisserie chicken and a bag of steam- able veggies from the grocery store. December is the month to make dinner as easy as possible. It might even be the perfect time to try out a meal service such as Blue apron.

Don’t forget snacks—for both you and the kids. Pack a bag with nonperishable snacks and bottled water to keep in the car for the inevitable time you get stuck in traffic and you or the kids get hungry Choose convenience whenever possible Is it really necessary to bake cookies from scratch for decorating when refrigerated dough is readily available?

Will your kids remember decorating cookies with you or that you made the dough from scratch?

Make a gift budget I know, easier said than done. But making and sticking to a budget will make your new year much less stressful.

Figure out who you will be giving to a make a list, then divide that by the dollar amount you can afford to spend. Do you really need to buy your coworkers or your kids’ and teachers gifts from the mall, or would they be just as happy with a plate of cookies or a card?

Divide and conquer Once you have a list, divide it with

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your spouse. It’s easy to overbuy when you both pick up the same item—or worse—forget a gift because you each thought the other had it covered.

Keep routines Children thrive on routine and although there will some upset in nap and dinner schedules, try to schedule activities around the kids. Your routine is important too! From the cup of coffee consumed in peace while reading the news before the household awakes to dipping into a favorite novel at bedtime, routines keep parents sane too.

Cook less for the holiday dinner The holiday dinner can be a huge stressor, especially if you are the cook!

Consider purchasing a prepped, readyto-cook holiday dinner with all the trimmings at your local grocery store.

Most major chains offer a variety of meals such as ham, turkey or prime rib, often for as much or less that you would pay when buying the ingredients to cook your own. You can still make Grandma’s special pie recipe or your families traditional stuffing to go with the meal, but think of how much easier the holiday will be if that is all you make from scratch!

Trim the card list Are you still sending holiday cards to your friend from college who you haven’t heard from since graduation?

Or do you get a batch of “no longer at this address” cards back in your mailbox every year? Cut your card list to those who you really want to communicate with to save both time and postage.

Speaking of postage…

There is nothing wrong with electronic cards, especially if you are short on

time and money. Folks really just want to know that you are well and see pictures of the kids. Sending a general greeting that includes pics of the kids is easy and free.

It’s easy to lose the meaning of the winter holidays when chaos instead of joy reigns. But by cutting back or rethinking your holiday commitments and activities and practicing some self-care you can truly enjoy the most magical time of the year.

Tiffany Doerr Guerzon is a physician assistant by trade, a Stay-at-Home Mom by choice, and a Writer by inspiration. When she not taking care of her husband and kids, you can find me in my office -- a local coffee shop -- sitting back and writing about home and family life.

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Road Trip Boredom Busters Do your holidays include a trip through the woods to grandmother’s house? The family road trip can be a time to bond and learn about each other’s interests and points of view — or an ordeal that makes you want to scream every time you hear “Are we there yet?” from your kids.

A road trip can be a fun, educational, and sane experience with just a little planning, creativity, and preparation. Sure, electronic games, apps, and portable DVD players are great distractions. But don’t overlook these family-friendly games and activities that can keep everyone happy as the miles go by.

Can-Do Cards Don’t underestimate the power of a deck of cards. It presents endless possibilities for all ages and can provide hours of entertainment and concentration. If your kids are sick of the standard Go Fish, Crazy Eights, and Rummy games, buy — or borrow from your local library — a kids’ card games book for new ideas. Or buy a deck of quiz or trivia cards to keep their brains busy.

Contest Craze Hold an official family spelling bee or trivia contest using index cards to write down words or questions. Winners can earn trinkets, stickers, activity or coloring books, trading cards, food treats, money (the younger the child, the smaller the amount),

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or extra minutes of hotel pool time or stayup-late time.

Good Ol’ Games Use the fallback road-trip games — 20 Questions, the License Plate Game, and I Spy. Try the Alphabet Game. Pick a topic (for instance, animals) and a letter (A), then have everyone name animals that begin with that letter, like aardvark, antelope, ape. The best thing about this game is that kids can pick a topic of interest — cars, TV characters, countries, cities, foods, names, etc. — and there are 26 possibilities (one for each letter) for every topic.

Make the games into marathons, awarding special treats or trinkets to whoever wins each round. Then have lightning rounds or finals for extra-special awards.

Journal Jotting Buy cheap but sturdy journals (or use plain notebooks or create your own from construction paper, hole puncher, and yarn) and have kids write down and describe what they see along the way. Have them collect something small (a stone, a seashell, a flower, etc.) or buy a super-small trinket from rest stops (buttons, stickers, postcards, etc.) to glue into their journal, describing each stop and each location or landmark

they pass.

Bring along a stack of old magazines and have kids cut out and paste pictures into their journals to illustrate some of what they’ve seen (cows, fire trucks, palm trees, deer, cars, etc.). Give each kid a disposable camera to capture their own memories and keep the pictures in their personal road-trip journals.

a story (e.g.,”There once was a boy name Hugh...”), then have everyone add a line until you’re all stumped (“who lived in the town’s biggest zoo” ... “he often had nothing to do” ... “so he decided to make an igloo” ... “with a big polar bear named Sue”...).

Wordplay Have kids write down various words they see as you drive along (from billboards, Make It Magnetic bumper stickers, roadside attractions Stock up on a few super-cheap magnetic and stores, license plates, signs, the sides games (like tic-tac-toe, checkers, etc.) at the of trucks, etc.). Ask them to write a story, local dollar store or at gift shops along the way. poem, or song grouping all of the words they see together. Have them read, perform, Map Quest or sing their creation for everyone when Bring a large map (or smaller map book they’re done. that little hands can better handle) just A little creativity and planning can cut down for the kids. Have them use stickers and on the fighting and fussing and leave fond highlighters to mark each road you take on family memories of your time together — your journey. on the road and off.

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The Instant Pot: A pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice maker, yogurt maker, steamer, sauté pan, and warmer all in one. This genius tool can cook dinners while you’re at work, make yogurt while you sleep, steam rice and vegetables quickly, make No-Stir Risotto in 20 minutes, mull cider, and even roast a potato. There’s virtually nothing it can’t do! The trick is to know how to use it.

Check out Daniel Shumski’s new book How to Instant Pot so you can learn how to master all the functions that this handy kitchen appliance does. Here are two tasty and quick recipe excerpts from his book.

No-Stir Risotto This creamy, comforting Italian rice dish conjures up images of nearly endless stirring, but happily the Instant Pot relieves you of that duty. That’s right, you get all the flavor (and bragging rights) of risotto without the incessant stirring.

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4 cups reduced-salt chicken broth or AllPurpose Chicken Stock 1 Press Sauté and use the Sauté or Adjust button to select the middle temperature (“Normal”). Place the butter in the inner pot, wait about 1 minute for it to melt, then add the rice. Cook with the lid off, stirring occasionally, until the grains of rice are opaque and well coated in butter, about 4 minutes.

2 Add the chicken broth and stir to combine with the risotto, scraping the pot so that no risotto sticks to the bottom. Close and lock the lid. Set the valve to Sealing.

Press Cancel, then press Manual or Pressure Cook and use the Pressure or Pressure Level button to select High Pressure. Use the – or + button to set the time to 7 minutes.

3 When the cooking cycle ends, carefully use a wooden spoon to release the pressure by turning the pressure-release valve to Venting. (The pressure is released when the small metal float valve next to the pressurerelease valve sinks back into the lid and the lid is no longer locked.)

4 Press Cancel and remove the lid. Stir the risotto thoroughly and serve hot.

No-Stir Risotto will keep, in an airtight

container in the refrigerator, for up to 3 days. Risotto does not reheat particularly well, though. Your best bet is placing it in a pot with a generous splash of chicken broth. Warm the pot on the stovetop over medium-low heat while stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes, adding more broth as needed to give the risotto a loose and creamy texture.

More Flavoring and Serving Ideas for Risotto • Serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

• Serve with Caramelized Onions • Serve with a spoonful of Roasted Garlic stirred in.

• Crush a few threads of saffron between your fingers and add them to the inner pot with the rice in the Master Method.

• Add cooked crab or lobster meat to the Master Method recipe just before serving.

• Is everything better with bacon? Risotto certainly can be. After opening the lid, fold in cooked, chopped bacon.

• Turn leftover risotto into risotto cakes: For each 3 cups cooked risotto, mix in 1 egg yolk and 1⁄2 cup breadcrumbs. Form the mixture into 12 balls, then flatten the balls into 2-inch pucks. Pan-fry with oil in a skillet until golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side.

Ziti with Italian Sausage Total time: 3 hours 30 minutes Active time: 30 minutes Yield: Serves 6 This is on the shorter side of slow-cooking times, which means you can plan to make it in the afternoon rather than the morning.

Maybe the weather turns lousy and you decide to take on a tiny, delicious cooking project. This dish turns out almost like a casserole with the tomato infused into the soft pasta. It’s made for a chilly evening and a glass of red wine (chilly evening optional).

Round out the meal with a tossed salad or grilled vegetables.

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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 pound sweet Italian sausage, removed from its casings 2 small white or yellow onions, finely chopped 1 green bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and chopped

1 red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and chopped 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce 1⁄2 cup heavy (whipping) cream 1⁄4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1⁄2 pound dried ziti or rigatoni 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1 Press Sauté and use the Sauté or Adjust button to select the middle temperature (“Normal”). Place the olive oil in the inner pot, wait about 2 minutes for the oil to heat, then add the sausage. Cook with the lid off, stirring occasionally to break up any large pieces, until the sausage is browned, about 5 minutes.

2 Add the onions, bell peppers, garlic, and oregano and cook until the vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes.

3 Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, cream, and black pepper and use a silicone

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spatula or wooden spoon to scrape up any brown bits on the bottom. Allow the sauce to come to a simmer, about 3 minutes, and then simmer until thickened slightly, about 5 minutes more.

4 Add the ziti. Stir the pasta into the sauce, spreading the sauce evenly over the pasta and mixing with a large spoon to ensure the pasta doesn’t clump together. Avoid pushing the pasta to the bottom, where it might burn. Close and lock the lid. Set the valve to Venting. Attach the condensation collector. Press Cancel, then press Slow Cook and use the Slow Cook or Adjust button to select the highest temperature (“More”). Use the − or + button to set the time to 3 hours.

5 When the cooking time is finished, press Cancel and remove the lid. Stir the pasta gently, then divide the pasta, sausage, and sauce among 6 bowls. Top with mozzarella before serving hot.

Ziti with Italian Sausage will keep, in an airtight container in the refrigerator, for up to 4 days. To reheat, place the pasta and sauce in a pot with a splash of water and warm on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.

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Campers will also enjoy game room fun at the Kids Club. December 26 – 29 and January 2-5 from 8:45am – 3pm, after care available, lunch provided. For more information call Michele Wilson at 561653-6330.

Genie’s Gymnastics Camp is very flexible, you can do it daily, weekly or any combination. Dec. 26-29 and Jan. 2-5 from 9 AM-4 PM. Early drop off and late pick up available. 5-15 years. 5 Days $199, 4 Days $165, 3 Days $130, 2 Days $88, 1 Day $49.00. Camp includes gymnastics as well as activities such as arts and crafts, painting, Spanish classes, board games etc.

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Winter Break Camp at Kids Choice Sports, Dance, and Fitness Indoor Playground Dec. 22, 26-29 • and Jan. 2-5 • 8:30 AM - 5 PM (1/2, 3/4 and full day options). Campers will enjoy fun and games, art and crafts, snacks, free play, movies, lunch (included for ¾ and full day campers), sports like karate, soccer, cheerleading, dance and of course, LOTS of gymnastics! Early drop off and late pick ups are available. For more information on prices and to register please call 561.998.4225 or visit www.gokidschoice. com/school-break-and-day-camps. 6500 West Rogers Circle, Boca Raton.

Winter Wonderland Workshops at Kids Need More Art in Jupiter and Stuart December 27 to 29 & January 2 to 5• Full and Extended Day Registrations Available.

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artists to enjoy the creative side of winter. For more information visit www. kidsneedmoreart.com.

Sea Turtle Savers at Loggerhead Marine Life Center Dec. 22, 23 and Dec. 26-30, Jan. 2-6 • 9 AM - 4 PM. Ages 6-9 years old.

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Register your aspiring scientists to follow in the footsteps of our marine biologist staff members for a full-immersion marine science experience. Participants will learn the journey of our sea turtle patients through their recovery and what conservation tools they can use to make sure no sea turtles get injured on their watch! Cost: Daily rate: $45/child. Weekly rate: $195/child. For more information, please contact Sue at sthompson@ marinelife.org. For more information visit www.marinelife.org/programs-events/ camp.

Winter Wonder Science and Tech Camps at South Florida Science Museum Center & Aquarium Winter Workshops December 26th -29th, 2017: Sub-Zero Science (Ages 4-12). Come chill with our team of winter wizards as we conduct some of the “coolest” science experiments on the planet. Learn about the effects of liquid nitrogen and discover why space is so astronomically cold!

December 26th -29th,2017: MinecraftEDU: FrostByte (Ages 7-14) Journey into cyberspace as we explore the many wonders of MinecraftEDU! But there’s an issue…the climate is all out of whack. Can you navigate the changing

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Calendar Mondays 3 PM - 5 PM Monday Madness at Cool Beans Indoor Playground & Cafe Check in between 3-5 PM for reduced admission (regularly $10.95). Free face painting! For more info call 561.627.1782. 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens #3115 Palm Beach Gardens.

Mondays and Tuesdays at 4 PM Tiny Kids Need More Art Kids Need More Art in Jupiter invites toddlers ages 2 - 4, and their moms (or dads!) to join them at their bright, colorful, and fun studio space for some creative togethertime. Class is $15. Register at www. kidsneedmoreart.com/jupiter/tiny-kids/.

Also available: Play in Color Open Studio from 3-7 PM Monday thru Thursday in Abacoa location.

Tuesdays 9:30-10:30 AM Open Splash Play at Small Fish Big Fish Swim School Enjoy some quality time in our warm indoor pool - let your little fish swim or play on deck with our water tables. No Registration Required. Members are free, non-members are $5. For more info call 561.818.7946. 346 Pike Road #3, WPB Tuesdays 10:30 AM and Wednesdays 2 PM - Sensational Story: A Story ‘n More at Schoolhouse Children’s Museum & Learning Center No need to sit still as a statue for this story. Instructors 129 E Ocean Avenue | Boynton Beach, FL 33435

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brings children’s books to life through interactive performance, singing, movement and props. An engaging art activity complements each session.

FREE for Museum Members and FREE with paid Museum admission for NonMembers. For more info go to www. schoolhousemuseum.org Tuesdays 2-4 PM at the Schoolhouse Children’s Museum & Learning Center: ArtXPLORATIONS Each week the classroom will be available for open art exploration in a specific medium. Play for 30 minutes or 2 hours. Members $4; Nonmembers $5 plus admission. Ages 2 - 7.

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Calendar Fri., Dec. 1 • 6 - 9 PM Kids Night Out at Small Fish Big Fish Swim School Drop the kids off for gymnastics, swimming, dinner & fun! They burn off energy. You pick them up after you have had some adult time. The cost is $35 per child and 10% off for siblings. Please call 561.818.7946 to register. 346 Pike Road #3, West Palm Beach.

during the holidays? Bring your family to share in the joys of the season. Come early for free pictures with Santa in the lobby! All seats are just $5. Call 561.993.1160 for more information. 1977 SW College Dr, Belle Glade.

Thurs., Dec. 7 • 5 - 7 PM Hack Shack Tech Club at South Florida Science Museum Center & Aquarium If you like to make, Fri., Dec. 1 • 7 PM Dance tinker, design, and engineer, then the Hack Alive’s “The Nutcracker” Shack Tech Club is for you! This week’s theme at The Duncan Theatre is “Intro to Video Editing.” Classes are held at The Nutcracker is BACK! Become entranced the new Stiles-Nicholson STEM Education in this hour-long production by the beauty of Center across the street from the Science the Sugar Plum Fairy and her dazzling Court, Center. 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm enchanted by the swirling snowflakes and Beach. Visit www.sfsciencecenter. org for breathtaking snow, and cheer for the tiny more information. toy soldiers and their leader, the handsome Sat., Dec. 9 • First Seating Nutcracker Prince. Series $33, individual 8 AM, Second Seating 9:30 tickets $18. For tickets call 561.868.3309 or AM Breakfast with Santa at visit www.duncantheatre.org. the Peter Blum Family YMCA Fri. - Sun., Dec. 1 - 3 • Ballet Join us for breakfast, story time and arts and Palm Beach Presents the crafts as well as a visit with Santa! Member Nutcracker at the Kravis tickets are $8 for children and $2 for adults.

Center The Nutcracker is the For more information call 561.395.9622. The coming-of-age story of Marie Peter Blum Family YMCA is located at 6631 who receives a mysterious gift Palmetto Circle South, Boca Raton. on Christmas Eve. Adventures Sat., Dec. 9 • 10 ensue as Tchaikovsky’s score 11:30 AM Family draws Marie into a terrifying battle with the Saturday: Gratitude Mouse King, past a mystical snowstorm, and & Grounding, Yoga to the Kingdom of the Sugar Plum Fairy.

Rocks! with Family Yoga Zen Zone During The Nutcracker is suitable for all ages. Visit this fun family yoga class, participants will www.kravis.org or call 561.832.7469 info. 701 stretch, dance and meditate their way Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach. to feeling limber, relaxed and peaceful!

Sun., Dec. 3 • 3 PM The Breathing techniques and basic yoga sun 29th Annual Living salutation stretches will be taught to all Christmas Tree at ages in a fun and interactive way! Hosted by Dolly Hand Cultural Lake Worth Rocks. Register online at www.

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Sun., Dec. 10 • 10 AM - 12 PM Breakfast with Santa at the Devos-Blum Family YMCA Join us for a pancake and egg breakfast and take your picture with Santa!

There will also be arts & crafts and fire truck rides. Please bring a new, unwrapped quality toy to the Y by Dec. 7 to receive your tickets.

Seats are limited. For more information call 561.738.9622. Located at 9600 S. Military Trail, Boynton Beach.

Sat., Dec. 16 • 10 AM - 4 PM SEA-Sonal Celebration at Loggerhead Marinelife Center Join us for a FREE family-fun holiday event featuring educational programs, crafts and more! Adopt a sea turtle for the holidays and register for winter break camps. Call 561.627.8280 or visit www.marinelife.org.

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Sat., Dec. 16 • 9:30 AM Grinch Who-liday Party at Cool Beans Indoor Playground and Cafe Today is the day to enjoy our small feast, we’ll have Who treats but no roast beast.

Enjoy breakfast, games and other fun, we’ll keep going until we’re all done! Enjoy hot pancakes, fresh juices, a 12oz brewed coffee, activities and a photo-op with a grinch! $24.95 includes all-day admission or $15 for the event only. Call 561.627.1782 to register.

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Sat., Dec. 16 • 10 AM - 1 PM A Magical Event with Santa at Kidtuitive Come celebrate Christmas at Kidtuitive! Christmas carols, family pictures with Santa, make magical snow, arts and crafts, have your kids “Letter to Santa” be read by Mrs. Clause and enjoy some Italian cookies and milk. Tickets are limited. Please reserve by Dec. 8. For more

information, please call visit www.kidtuitive. com or call 561.530.4735. 4775 N. Congress Avenue, Boynton Beach.

Sat., Dec. 16, Sun.,17, Sat., 23 • 8:30 - 10 AM Breakfast with Santa at Palm Beach Zoo Enjoy a hot breakfast buffet, up-close animal encounters and meet Santa & Mrs. Claus and take photos. There’s also face painting, crafts, and complimentary rides on the Wildlife Carousel. Advance reservations are required. Seating is limited. Call 561.533.0887 or visit www.palmbeachzoo.org for more information and pricing. 1301 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach.

Sun., Dec. 17 • 7 AM 6th Annual Wellington Jingle Bell Run 5K All runners will be given jingle bells prior to the race. Divisions: Male/ Female Age, Santa, Mrs.Claus, Elves, and Male/Female Stroller. Please bring an un-wrapped toy which will be donated to needy families in our community. For more information visit www.wellingtonholidayrun. com. The run will take place inside Village Park which is located at 11700 Pierson Road, Wellington.

Tues., Dec. 19 • 5 - 7 PM Open House at Atlantis Academy Join us at Atlantis Academy for an open house and information night to learn about our program and academics. At Atlantis Academy we are preparing students for life, not just the next grade. Also be sure to join us for the Winter Exhibition where students perform which will be taking place at the same time. For more information please visit www. palmbeaches.atlantisacademy.com or call 561.642.3100 1950 Prairie Road, West Palm Beach.

Calendar Fri., Dec. 29 • 6 - 9 PM Nights at the Museum “Fantastic Flight!” at South Florida Science Museum Center & Aquarium Enjoy various interactive science crafts, activities, entertainment, exhibits, planetarium shows, and a chance to view the night sky in Palm Beach County’s only public observatory! $13.95 for adults, $9.95 for children (3-12), FREE for children under 3, $6 for adult members and free for child members. Call 561.832.1988. 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach.

Sun., Dec. 31 • 11 AM - 1 PM Noon Year’s Eve Celebration at South Florida Science Museum Center & Aquarium Staying awake for the New Year is easy at the Science Center! Ring in 2018 with a dance party, science crafts, themed activities, popcorn, snow cones, and a dry ice apple cider toast at 12 PM. Event is included with paid admission to the Science Center and is FREE for members.Call 561.832.1988.

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Secret Santa Workshops at Kid’s Night Out at Kids Need More Art in Jupiter Join KNMA this holiday season in our “Winter Class Series.”

In each of our “Santa’s Secret Workshop” classes, artists will be able to design handmade gifts that won’t be revealed until it’s time for unwrapping! For a schedule of classes visit www.kidsneedmoreart.com or call 561.746.4576.

WEDNESDAYS December 13 “Hanukkah with Miss Ellen, ”December 20 “Grinchmas,” December 27 “What can you make from a Box?” January 3 “Let it Snow” THURSDAYS Holiday-themed Art of the Story FRIDAYS December 1 “Marshmallow Madness,” December 8 “Gingerbread Cookie Day,” December 15 “Polar Express Day,” December 22 “Santa’s Workshop,” December 29 “Snap, Crackle, Pop - Countdown to the New Year,” Visit www.schoolhousemuseum. org.129 E Ocean Ave, Boynton Beach.

Ongoing Performances of Around the World in 80 Days at Sol Children Theatre Join us from Dec. 8 - 23 for this thrilling new telling for the whole family - which takes you from London to Bombay, Yokohama to San Francisco, through typhoons, out-of- control trains and into the deepest reaches of your imagination. For show times and tickets visit www.solchildren.org. 3333 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton.

SAVE THE DATE Sat., Jan. 27 at 11 AM “Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat at The Duncan Theatre The Cat in the Hat is the funniest, most mischievous cat Sally and her brother have ever met. Single tickets start at $12. Call 561.868.3309 or visit www.duncantheatre.org. 4200 S Congress Ave, Lake Worth.

SAVE THE DATE Tues., Jan. 30 • December 5:30 - 6:30 PM Open House at Gardens Holiday-Themed School of Technology Arts Educating Events at the young innovators for the 21st Century – K - 8 Schoolhouse Children’s Museum charter school in a small school environment.

TUESDAYS Holiday-themed Sensational Story Call 561.290.7661 or visit www.mysota.net. ‘n More and ArtXplorations 9153 Roan Lane, Palm Beach Gardens.

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