Tag Archives: summer

The School-Year Vacation Guide Making the most out of your time and money without compromising on education

A young person enjoys the ocean.

More and more families are traveling during the school year. Here’s how to minimize the impact—and maximize the benefits—of school-year vacations. Last January, my family took an epic 11-day vacation to Oahu, Hawaii. We swam, snorkeled, hiked and—most importantly—bonded. The best part? Our kids, twin boys in fifth grade and …

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How to Beat the Summer Heat (and Make it Fun!) The heat is uncomfortable for most of us, but with temperatures this high, it can be dangerous, too.

The sun shines brightly.

How to Beat the Summer Heat (and Make it Fun!) With temperatures last weekend climbing into the 90s—and more to come from July 25 to Aug. 6— it’s time to get strategic about how we stay cool. The heat is uncomfortable for most of us, but with temperatures this high, …

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BCPL Summer Reading Challenge Kicks Off This Weekend There's an "Ocean of Possibilities" for your child this summer

Adorable Little Boy Sitting In Library

  Baltimore County Public Library’s popular Summer Reading Challenge kicks off this Saturday, June 18. To celebrate the 39th season, the 2022 series will officially launch with a party at the North Point Branch in Dundalk from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stop by for face painting, balloons, a scavenger …

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