They symbolize creation and life itself. Each spring, eggs are dyed a multitude of colors, their dazzling shades capturing the eye of those who display them, hunt for them or offer them as gifts during the Easter holiday. The tradition of dyeing eggs takes us to medieval kitchens. People created …

  Baltimore-area businesses half a world away from Europe are showing their support for Ukrainians in need. Victoria Clausen, owner of Floral Fêtes at Green Spring Station, has created blue-and-yellow flower bouquets featuring hydrangeas, yellow roses and tulips that reflect the colors of Ukraine’s flag. All proceeds from the sale of the …

This upgraded version of the classic Rice Krispies treats, Colossal Confetti Bars, uses three types of breakfast cereals. These bars make a perfect snack to prepare for kids going to summer camp, but they make a spectacular after-school or bake sale treat. Colossal Confetti Bars Makes about 1 dozen bars …

There’s a certain amount of sweetness that comes during February. Cookies, it seems, are a way to reach anyone’s heart—a task easily achieved with Valentine Heart Sandwich Cookies. These cookies are inspired by the famous Linzer torte named after the Austrian town of Linz where the torte originated. Sandwiched together …

Whether you’ve attended summer camp as a child or whether your child is the first in your family to go to camp, sending your child to camp takes some preparation and planning. If your son or daughter will be attending overnight camp for the first time, you have a great …

  What child doesn’t love getting gifts? What if kids approached writing thank-you notes for those gifts with the same love? Learning to write thank-you notes can be fun, and it’s something kids of any age can do. First, a few points about thank-you note etiquette: Your child should acknowledge …

Reconciling a tight budget with a generous heart at this time of year can lead to stress and take the cheer out of the holidays. Consider the following suggestions for staying sane with your finances so that you can enjoy the holidays with your family. Accept the reality A struggling …

Halloween candy by the bagful abounds on supermarket shelves at this time of year. While kids love the abundance of sweets, parents concerned about their kids’ candy intake may wonder how they can reduce the amount their kids consume. We put together the following suggestions for healthier alternatives to Halloween …

“Go Away, Big Green Monster!” by Ed Emberley This classic interactive book has been helping children come to terms with their bedtime fears for more than 25 years. The storyline supports the idea that our imagination can make up things to scare us, but we have the power to eliminate …

Twenty years ago, Andres Gonzalez set out on a mission to address suffering in the world. With his experience teaching yoga to diverse populations in the Baltimore area and beyond, he began to witness the transformative power that breath work, movement and off-the-mat practice could have in people’s lives. Together …