Holiday Parades: Celebrating Our Community Spirit A holiday parade is another great way to celebrate the season and honor the hardworking members of your community. These parades often feature decorated floats, marching bands, and festive performances. It’s not just about the spectacle—these events often highlight local businesses, volunteer groups, and those who give their time…

Maple Tree Tapping and Maple Candy Making: A Sweet Tradition As the weather begins to warm up just slightly, early winter is the perfect time to tap maple trees. Many local farms and community organizations offer maple tree tapping demonstrations where families can learn how sap is collected and turned into delicious syrup. You can…

On snowy hills with laughter loud, Nonna, youngsters and her pups stand strong and proud. The sled zoom down, the snowflakes spin, As joy and warmth fill hearts within. The tree stands tall, its lights aglow, Nonna smiles, the cold winds blow. With pups and little ones by her side, they watch the glow, A…

The weather outside is chilly and cold, But the beauty around is a sight to behold. The snowflakes fall with a quiet grace, Blanketing the world in a soft embrace. The trees stand tall with their frosty crown, While icicles shimmer, hanging down. Though the wind may bite and the air may freeze, The winter’s…

“A Winter Hike: Discovering the Magic of the Forest in Snow” Winter is a special time to explore the outdoors, and there’s no better way to experience the beauty of the season than by taking a winter hike. Walking through the woods, when everything is blanketed in snow, is like stepping into a winter wonderland.…

Dear Friends, As the winter chill sets in and the first flakes of snow begin to fall, we are thrilled to announce the release of our newest book, The Adventures of and the Little Red Truck in Winter.  This delightful tale takes our beloved characters- Nonna, her adventure seeking grandchild, and Nonna’s two loyal, four-legged friends,…

When the air becomes crisper, the leaves crunch noisily underneath our boot covered feet, and the air has a smoky smell in the air from bonfires we know that fall has arrived. We think about pumpkin patches, turning our orange choices into scary or funny face masterpieces, scarecrow making with over stuffed materials. The crisp,…

I find having purpose to activities outside allows for excitement to build and adventures to come upon us. When you head out to pick berries and the children know there is jam coming after all their work, the curiosity builds. How will we make the jam? How long does it take? When can we eat…

If you want to truly know what nature has to offer, take children with you. Their little eyes search and seek out the minute details to share with you. There expressions of excitement overflow and are quite contagious. Whenever I take a walk in nature with my grandchildren, I am amazed at all the items…

Taking a moon hike can be a unique and unforgettable experience. Not only is it a great way to explore the great outdoors, but it can also provide a new perspective on the natural world around us. Here are some of the benefits of taking a moon hike, as well as what you might see,…