Family & Kids June 2022

JUNE 2022

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CRY BABY If it does not take much to send your preschooler into a crying spell, you are probably becoming weary of attempting to reduce the frequency of these episodes. It may seem like whenever you thought you had an episode resolved, your preschooler enters another tearful meltdown over something else that is not going her way. It can be something as small as a stuffed animal being moved from your child’s preferred position or a sibling refusing to share the last sweet treat in the house. If the frequent crying episodes are also accompanied by screaming, managing them is even more exhausting. Here are some steps you can take to help your child learn to properly express her strong emotions and reduce the number of crying episodes.

Make it easier for your child to express her feelings appropriately.

To a preschooler who is still learning to put her feelings into words, it can seem much easier to have a crying episode to bring attention to her displeasure. Your goal is to help your child understand her feelings so that she can correctly label them and then communicate them through words, not a river of tears. Using phrases like ‘You seem very angry that your sister took your snack’ helps your child identify and then use words to describe the strong emotion she is feeling. Over time, your child will learn she can get help with her issue faster by saying ‘I am mad because my snack is gone’ than by sitting on the floor crying and screaming.

Help your child learn to calm down.

It is hard for anyone to use reasoning to find a solution to a problem when overcome by strong emotions. Preschool children are just starting to learn to regulate their emotions and your child may need your help to calm down first. Comfort your child with a hug and then, when she is calm, ask her if she wants to talk about the issue that provoked the strong emotions. Help her step through a problem-solving process that addresses the issue. For example, ask her what she thinks she should do first to find her lost toy. Your child will discover that asking for a soothing hug that calms her down and then using her words to ask for help gets results and crying does not.

Use a consistent approach to crying episodes.

Teaching your child to properly manage and express strong emotions takes time and practice. It can be annoying when your child resorts back to crying over something very small but do not reward her with attention. Instead, gently remind her that you do not understand crying and screaming and that once she calms down and uses words to tell you how she feels, you will address the issue that has triggered the strong emotions.

Reinforce the use of words by praising her when she does successfully keep the strong emotions in check and uses words to express how she feels instead of tears and screaming.

Teach your child perspective.

Preschoolers often cry due to frustration over an issue that could simply be resolved by asking for help. Once your child is calm, talk to her about why tears are not the right response to the issue and help her practice asking for help. Read some books written for preschoolers with your child that focus on communicating emotions and asking others for help. Your child needs to understand that if everyone cried instead of asking others for assistance, it would be hard to get problems resolved and successfully complete tasks.

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HOO’s HEALTHY Meningitis is a condition in which the membranes of the brain (the meninges) and the fluid in the brain become inflamed. In the United States, most cases are caused by viral infections, but the condition can also be caused by bacterial, fungal and parasitic infections. It can occur at any age and if suspected, should be evaluated right away. If left untreated, bacterial meningitis can lead to permanent brain damage and in some cases may lead to death within a few days.

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Symptoms of meningitis in adults and kids over the age of two include: sudden high fever, stiffness in the neck, headache that seems different from a usual headache, sensitivity to light, confusion and sometimes rash.

In a case of bacterial meningitis, the bacteria enter the bloodstream and travel to the brain and spinal cord, or the bacteria enter the brain directly due to an ear infection or skull injury. A group of viruses called enteroviruses is usually the cause of a case of viral meningitis in the United States.

However, it is possible for other viral infections, such as herpes simplex and West Nile, to lead to viral meningitis. Most of the time, viral meningitis resolves on its own in a couple of weeks.

In the United States, it is rare for a fungus or parasite to cause meningitis.

Nausea and vomiting can accompany the headache and the patient may have no appetite or thirst. The signs of meningitis in infants and young toddlers include high fever, nausea and vomiting, stiff neck and body, poor feeding, excessive sleepiness or irritability, difficulty waking from sleep and bulging in the soft spot on top of the baby’s head.

Meningitis is diagnosed using blood cultures and imaging, such as computerized tomography (CT) and MRI. In some cases, a spinal tap is performed to gather cerebral spinal fluid for testing. Bacterial meningitis is treated with the appropriate antibiotics and sometimes with a corticosteroid to reduce brain swelling and the chance of seizures. Viral meningitis is usually treated with bed rest, fluids and OTC pain medications.

RESOURCES: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/meningitis/symptoms-causes/syc-20350508

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Do You Have a Child Diagnosed with Eczema?

Ages 2-11 could qualify for a research study in Columbus!

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By Sydney Phillips Recruitment Supervisor, Centricity Research

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Does your child suffer from eczema? At least 1 in 10 children have eczema (atopic dermatitis), which can cause unbearable itching and skin irritation that can interfere with everyday life, and even make it difficult to get a good night’s sleep. Eczema is the most common skin condition affecting children; it can appear in infants as early as 6 months, but most commonly occurs in children before the age of 5. Its cause is not yet clear, but eczema flares usually occur after being exposed to certain “triggers”— things like fragrances, pets, chemicals, outdoor allergens, or certain weather conditions.

If your child has been diagnosed with eczema and is between the ages of 2 and 11, they could qualify to participate in a research study here in Columbus, Georgia.

Centricity Research, formerly IACT Health, is currently conducting a pediatric eczema study that could be right for your child. There is no cost, insurance, or referrals necessary for your child to be eligible to receive care.

Clinical trials provide hope for many, as they can provide you with an alternative form

of care while giving medical researchers valuable information to help come up with better treatments for all people.

Participating in a clinical trial allows you to be a part of the advancement of medicine, and gives you access to the best quality of care for your child. In addition, you could be eligible to receive compensation for your time and travel.

Centricity Research, dedicated to its mission of revolutionizing research and changing lives, has successfully contributed to helping achieve FDA approvals for more than 90 medications used to treat or control a variety of illnesses. The organization has a tremendous reputation for excellent care, with 98% of research participants willing to participate in a future study, and 96% of those participants also willing to refer their family members or friends.

To find out if your child is eligible to participate in this eczema study, contact the Centricity Research study team at 706-321-0495!

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HOO’s CRAFTY

MILK CARTON BIRDHOUSE

Bring nature into focus for the kids with this simple outdoor craft.

DIRECTIONS Rinse the carton, let it dry, then screw cap back on. Paint or spray paint the base color of your carton and let dry. About midway down one side, trace a 2 inch circle (use bottom of spray can as a template) then cut it out as your door. Using craft paints and stickers, have your child decorate their house, let it dry. Place your milk carton on a drop cloth and spray with clear sealer spray to make it water resistant.

One inch below the door, cut a small X and insert a twig, half inside and half outside.

Hot glue twig into place. Cut a small hole on each side of the top of the carton to run a string through to use as a hanger. Find a branch at least 5 feet off the ground to hang your birdhouse.

Poke 8 small holes in the bottom to allow water to drain out. To keep it from blowing in the wind too much, anchor it with small rocks at the bottom of the carton, or add bird seed to make it a feeder instead of a house.

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Learning Enrolling kids in summer learning activities helps keep their academic skills sharp and prepares them to enter the next grade in the fall. Parents in the Chattahoochee Valley who are seeking summer learning opportunities for their children have a variety of in-person and virtual opportunities to choose from.

ANEW TUTORING

5009 Riverchase Dr, #C, Phenix City anewtutoringandenrichment.com 334-560-2019 Anew is offering one-on-one tutoring with their IXL Summer Learning Program. This program is designed to fill learning gaps with fun games to boost reading and math fluency and using engaging STEAM lessons to strengthen comprehension skills through real-life application. Call for more details and space reservations.

BTG LEARNING

3100 Gentian Blvd, #121, Columbus btglearning.com 762-208-5048 BTG Learning is for kids, 4 years to 5th grade. Students are evaluated to determine their academic level and a personalized program is designed. Parents have an opportunity to collaborate with instructors to help design the program based on their child’s preferred learning method. The curriculum combines sports and physical activities to create a learning method that is a blend of the kinesthetic/tactile, visual and auditory methods. The learning environment is designed to be engaging for students who get restless sitting through a traditional classroom lesson.

MATHNASIUM

6501 Whitesville Rd, #100, Columbus mathnasium.com/columbusbradleypark 706-322-4244 Mathnasium’s “Blockbuster Summer Program” encourages students to have fun with math! They will be assessed and given a personalized learning plan to have them read for the new school year! They have access to prizes and a free movie screening every Friday night with popcorn and drinks included. They get to vote on the next movie title and are encouraged to bring a friend! They will have access to math games and learn to play chess. Sessions are flexible and can be scheduled between June 1 - July 31.

KUMON LEARNING CENTER

1290 Double Churches Rd, #K, Columbus kumon.com/columbus-north 706-322-3524 Kumon of Columbus North is offering a full service, In-center Math and Reading Program with one-on-one Early Learner instruction along with Virtual options for families which prefer Online classes with experienced Instructors while enjoying their Summer Break. Working through the holidays helps students prevent ‘Roll Back’ and helps students work towards above-grade-level-goals with Kumon’s Unique Lesson-planned, practice-based Program.

SYLVAN LEARNING CENTER

6367 Whitesville Rd, #300, Columbus sylvanlearning.com 706-225-8273 The Sylvan Learning Center offers both virtual and in-center tutoring. Instruction is available in math, reading, study skills, writing, credit recovery and ACT/SAT Prep. Tutoring hours are Monday and Wednesday from 3-8pm, Tuesday and Thursday from 10am to 1pm and 3-8 pm and Saturday from 9am to 1pm. A comprehensive assessment is available to evaluate skills and design an individualized learning plan.

A STEM camp that includes robotics, coding and engineering will be held June 13-17 and July 18-22 from 9am-12pm. The camp is for students K – 8th grade.

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With deals this good, save the mess and dine out!

MONDAY

Saturday

Barberitos

Denny’s

Free kid’s meal with adult entrée after 4pm

Sapo’s

5-8pm: Free kid’s meal with adult entrée

Tuesday

4-10pm: Up to two free kids entrées with adult entrée for kids 10 and under

sunday The Simple Greek

Chicken Salad Chick

Free Little Chick Meal with purchase of adult meal

Kids 12 & under get half-off kids bowl with purchase of regular size bowl. Not to be combined

Denny’s

MOE’s Southwest Grill

Jason’s Deli

Every day

4-10pm: Up to two free kids entrées with adult entrée for kids 10 and under 5-9pm: Free kid’s meal for kids 12 and under with each adult entrée; dine-in only with “Kids Cash”

Ruby Tuesday

5-10pm: Kids 12 and under eat free with adult entrée

Wednesday

Free kid’s meal with purchase of adult entrée

219 On The Lake

5-9pm: Kids eat for $2.19 on kids menu (M-TH)

Bruster’s Ice Cream

Kids under 40” get free baby cone

McAlister’s

Kid’s meals are $1.99 with dine-in order

Applebee’s Half off kid’s meal per adult entrée. Limit: 4 kids to adult

Your Pie

Kid’s meal $1.99 (pizza, drink & gelato) w/ adult meal

Red Robin

Kid’s meal $1.99 w/ adult meal for kids 11 and under

Do you offer a Kids’ Dining Deal, or know a restaurant that does?

Let us know at tammy@ familyandkidsga.com

All locations are Columbus, GA unless noted. Specials are subject to change without notice, so please verify them directly before dining. Send kids deals to Tammy@FamilyAndKidsGA.com.

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Summer is Better with Hoopla The Chattahoochee Valley Libraries’ Summer Reading Program is in full swing and we’re making it easier than ever to participate! If you haven’t had a chance to visit your local library in person, you can still browse our extensive online collection to borrow digital materials for children (and adults) with Hoopla 24/7.

You can borrow up to 20 items including ebooks, movies, television shows, comics, and music, all free with your Library card!

Popular titles for children in the eBooks collection include Pete the Cat, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Big Nate, the Harry Potter series and so much more! A variety of television shows and movies are also available to download or stream. If you are concerned about your child using online media, Hoopla has a “Kids On” kid-friendly setting to ensure that the materials offered to your children are age- appropriate.

Turn this feature off to open the browsing options for you or other members of your family.

PRO TIP: With Hoopla, there are no holds and no waiting, so you can borrow items conveniently! If the physical book in your library is checked out, popular eBooks and audiobooks are often available with one click in Hoopla’s free mobile app.

Hoopla also offers a BingePass to Curiosity Stream. Stream documentaries and nonfiction series for up to seven days with a single borrow before you need to renew your checkout. The kid’s section tab offers family-friendly documentaries such as Dog’s Best Friend and America’s National Parks.

ADDITIONAL TIP: Hoopla has books in several languages! Check out eBooks in Spanish, German, French, and more!

HOO’s learning Download the free app to get started.

Don’t forget to turn in your reading logs at your favorite branch or participate virtually with the BEANSTACK app for a chance to win great prizes during the Summer Reading Challenge through July 31.

For more info, visit www.cvlga.org.

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DaCadnsBond Too! The bonding that takes place between a newborn and her parents in the first few days and weeks of life is crucial to future development. However, especially if a newborn is breastfed, dads can sometimes feel like their chances for bonding are limited since newborns feed quite frequently. Here are some ways a new dad can get involved in newborn care and have opportunities to feel more connected to his newborn.

Make eye contact with your newborn. Making eye contact with your baby helps her learn your face, which is an important part of her forming a bond with you. In the first few days and weeks of life, a newborn memorizes the face of her caregivers and learns to trust them.

Hold your baby about 8 to 12 inches from your face when you look in her eyes.

Newborns are nearsighted at first and this will help her see your face clearly.

Get involved at feeding time. Even if your newborn is breastfed, you can help at mealtime. Give mom a break and bring the baby to her when it is feeding time. If your newborn is bottle-fed, take turns feeding your baby.

Play with your baby and create your unique style of interacting with her. Sing a special song you selected just for her, make funny faces during diaper changes or select a book that you read to her each evening.

Some new parents worry that it is possible to ‘spoil’ their baby by holding her too much and giving her too much attention, but studies have shown this to be a myth. Enjoy holding her.

RESOURCES: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5282438/

HOO’s tips Turn a routine task into ‘dad time.’ Take on a certain aspect of your newborn’s care, such as taking her out on a walk each day or taking care of most of the diaper changes.

She will learn that she can count on you for that part of her day.

Bonding occurs over time, so be patient.

However, if you feel you are having difficulty bonding with your baby, speak with your baby’s pediatrician.

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Jun 15 MAMA B.E.A.R.S. Breastfeeding Sup-

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7 Harry Potter Night. Families. 6:30pm. Mildred L. Terry Library; 706-243-2782

Music Under the Dome: Viola Constella-

tions. 5-7:15pm. Coca-Cola Space Science Center; 706-649-1477

4 Chattahoochee Valley Daylily Festival.

9am-5pm. $5/family. Columbus Botanical Garden, 706-327-8400

4 Presidential Train Explorer. 9:30am. SAM Shortline, Cordele; 1-877-GA-RAILS

4 Nature Nuggets & Mad Science Show.

10-12:30pm. $5. Oxbow Meadows; 706507-8550

4 Crafts for a Cause: Family Saturday. 3pm.

North Columbus Library; 706-748-2855

4 Columbus Chatt-a-Hoots Baseball Game.

7:05pm. Golden Park; 706-507-4625

4-5 Day Out with Thomas Train. 10am4:30pm. GA Veterans State Park, Cordele; ticketweb.com 6 Let’s Celebrate National Black Music Ap-

preciation Month. 10:30am. Mildred L. Terry Library; 706-243-2782

6-11 YOGC Summer String Camp. All

day. $250. yogc.org/summercamp or 706256-3614

7 Little Sprouts. 10am. Ages 0-5. $5/family.

Columbus Botanical Garden, 706-327-8400

7 STEAMpunks-Stories & Science: Bubble

Party. 3pm. South Columbus Library; 706683-8805

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Summer Crafternoons: Bubble Paintings. Teens. 4pm. Columbus Public Library; 706-243-2811

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Columbus Lions Indoor Football game. 7pm. Columbus Civic Center; 706322-3336

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Columbus Chatt-a-Hoots Baseball Game. 7pm. Golden Park; 706-507-4625

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port meeting. 5:30-7pm. Columbus Pediatric Assoc; 706-221-4602

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Juneteenth Family Celebration.

6:30pm. M.L.T. Library; 706-243-2782

17 Fiction Friday Presents Juneteenth.

South Columbus Library; 706-683-8805

17 Juneteenth Celebration. 3pm. North Columbus Library; 706-748-2855

17 Columbus Lions Indoor Football game.

7pm. Columbus Civic Center; 706-322-3336

17-18 Columbus Chatt-a-Hoots Baseball Game. 7pm. Golden Park; 706-507-4625

YOGC Annual Beethoven 5K Race. 8am. $25-$30. Woodruff Park; runsignup.com

18-19 Day Out with Thomas Train.

Day Out with Thomas Train.

10am-4:30pm. GA Veterans State Park, Cordele; ticketweb.com

19 Free To Be: Juneteenth Celebration. All Day. Columbus Library; 706-243-2811

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Summer Trivia: A Quest. All Day. Columbus Library; 706-243-2811

13 Monday Morning Movies. Families.

11am. N. Columbus Library; 706-748-2855

14 Clothes Story: Exhibit Tour & Design Challenge. Teens. 3pm. Columbus Library; 706-243-2811 14 Blockheads! LEGO Challenge. 3pm.

South Columbus Library; 706-683-8805

14 Teen Advisory Group (T.A.G.) Meeting.

10am-4:30pm. GA Veterans State Park, Cordele; ticketweb.com

20 Commotion in the Ocean. Families.

10:30am. M.L.T. Library; 706-243-2782 20 Just Another MANGA Monday. Teens.

4pm. North Columbus Library; 706-748-2855

20-24Cascade Hills Kids Week.

9a-noon, 4yrs-5th grade; cascadehills.com 20-25Merry

Pop-Ins. Teens. All Day. Columbus Library; 706-243-2811

21 Kids Cook! 3pm. South Columbus Library; 706-683-8805

Teens. 5:30pm. Mildred L. Terry Library; 706243-2782

21Dungeons & Dragons. Families. 6pm.

6pm. Mildred L. Terry Library; 706-243-2782

Columbus Chatt-a-Hoots Baseball Game. 7:05pm. Golden Park; 706-507-4625

14 Top Teen Chef Competition. Teens.

Mildred L. Terry Public Library; 706-243-2782

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24 Columbus Chatt-a-Hoots Baseball Game. 7:05pm. Golden Park; 706-507-4625

25 Seaside Storytime. 3pm. North Columbus Library; 706-748-2855

25 Uno, Dos, Tres, Craft! Ages 4-8. 3pm.

Mildred L. Terry Library; 706-243-2782

25 Independence Day Celebration. 5:3011pm. Free. York Field, Fort Benning; benningmwr.com

26 The Color Purple. 2:30pm. Springer

Opera House; 706-327-3688

27-30 Beach Party VBX. 6-8pm.

PreK(4)-6th grade. The River of Life, Hamilton; 706-582-2142

27 It’s Ocean Sensory Time! Families.

10:30am. M.L.T. Library; 706-243-2782

28 Picture Book Club. 3pm. South Columbus Library; 706-683-8805

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Midsummer Movie and Take & Make Crafts. Teens. All Day. Columbus Library; 706243-2811

July 1-4 Star Spangled Beach

Party. 9am-11pm. Callaway Gardens; 855885-3841

Weekly Events MONDAY

Simple Steps Storytime. Babies & Toddlers (0-36mo.) 10am; Preschoolers (3-4yrs) 11am. Columbus Library; 706-243-2813 Simple Steps Storytime. Families. 10:30am.

South Columbus Library; 706-683-8805

Kawaii Club. Middle Grade Learners. 4pm.

Columbus Library; 706-243-2813

Get Your Game ON. 3:30pm. South Columbus Library; 706-683-8805.

TUESDAYS

LEGOS in the Library. 4pm. Columbus Public Library. 3000 Macon Rd; 706-243-2813

Summer of Fun! 10am, 11:30am & 1pm. $5.

Oxbow Meadows; 706-507-8550 Simple Steps Storytime. Babies (0-24 mo.)

10am; Preschoolers (2-5 yrs) 11am. North Columbus Library; 706-748-2855 Teen Tournaments. 2pm. North Columbus Library; 706-748-2855 Origami Afternoons. Middle Grades. 4pm.

Columbus Library; 706-243-2813 Unplug…For Chess’ Sake! Families. 4:30pm.

Mildred L. Terry Library; 706-243-2782

WEDNESDAYS

Simple Steps Storytime. Preschoolers (3-5 yrs.) 10am; Babies (0-24 mo.) 11:15am. Mildred L. Terry Library; 706-243-2782

Teen Takeover. 6pm. North Columbus Library; 706-748-2855 Longfellow Whale Tales. Families. 3pm. Mildred L. Terry Library; 706-243-2782 (not 9th or 23rd) Seaside Science. 3pm. North Columbus Library; 706-748-2855 Toddler Tales. 10am. Barnes & Noble; 706653-7880 Summer of Fun! 10am, 11:30am & 1pm. $5.

Oxbow Meadows; 706-507-8550

FRIDAYS

Discovery Hub. 11am. Columbus Library; 706-243-2813

Summer of Fun! 10am, 11:30am & 1pm. $5.

Oxbow Meadows; 706-507-8550 Movies at the Library. 2pm. Columbus Library; 706-243-2813

Whatever Wednesday. Teens. 4pm. South Columbus Library; 706-683-8805

SATURDAYS

Family Game Night. 6pm. Columbus Library; 706-243-2813

Market Days on Broadway. 9am-Noon. 900, 1000 &1100 blocks of Broadway; uptowncolumbusga.com

THURSDAYS

Toddler Time. 10am-Noon. $10. Ages 5 and under. Launch Trampoline Park; 706-2218680

Simple Steps Storytime. Families (0-5yrs.)

10am. Columbus Library; 706-243-2813

Longfellow Whale Tales. Families. 10:30am.

Mildred L. Terry Library; 706-243-2782 (not 11th)

Summer of Fun! 10am, 11:30am & 1pm. $5.

Oxbow Meadows; 706-507-8550

Sight Words Support @ Your Library: 30-minute one-on-one practice session. K-3rd grade students. 3-5pm. Mildred L. Terry Library; 706-243-2782

Please call ahead to confirm event dates, times and age appropriateness, in case changes were made after the info was obtained. For more events, visit our website at: familyandkidsga.com

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HOO’s PICKS

APPS to LOVE ASL App is made for learning American Sign Language, using videos to teach you the alphabet, various useful words and phrases, and the required gestures. The free version covers the basics, and in-app purchases add advanced material in 99-cent packs.

Group me Create private groups consisting of family, friends, or coworkers and communicate in many different ways. Your group can even have its own notification sound, and turning a photo into a text meme is a snap. It’s an attractive alternative to Facebook Groups.

Kaspersky SAfe Kids This app implements parental controls on iOS devices that kids can’t remove. There’s no limit on the number of devices or child profiles. And the app offers unusually flexible control of device usage time, along with geofencing and an alert system.

ELEVATE Elevate is a brain training program designed to improve your mind’s focus, memory, speaking abilities, processing speed, math skills, and more. Each person is provided with a personalized training program that adjusts over time to maximize results.

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HOO’s HUNGRY

SUMMER BERRY CHEESECAKE SALAD

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Rich and creamy cheesecake filling is folded into your favorite berries to create the most amazing fruit salad ever!

DIRECTIONS

Prepare berries and lay them on paper towels to dry while you prepare the cheesecake mixture. In a medium tall bowl, using an electric mixer, whip cream cheese until it becomes smooth. It may bind up in the beaters, but continue as is and it will loosen up. With mixer running slowly, add creamer to the cream cheese. Add it about a tablespoon at a time and then mix until it becomes a smooth mixture and all of the creamer has combined into the cream cheese. Continue until all of the creamer has been added. Whip until smooth. Combine berries in a large bowl. Gently fold in cheesecake mixture until completely combined. Chill till ready to serve.

TIPS: Do not pour all of the creamer into the cream cheese at once.

It will get clumpy and no matter how long you beat it, it will stay that way. Trust me on this one. If you have to substitute cream for the creamer, powdered sugar and vanilla would be the best swap; using 1/2 cup heavy cream, 2 tablespoons powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

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INGREDIENTS

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