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Artful Activities for Families


Fondue pot

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Author Sandra Magsamen says there are many wonderful, artful activities to do with your children that don't involve the television. Here are a few to get your imagination and creativity rolling. Remember, this gift of time is what you've been asking for so celebrate it, honor it, have fun and enjoy it with the people you love.

Get Cheesy

Pull out the fondue pot, and heat up different cheeses for a night of dipping fun. Cube the best-tasting breads you can find—I like plain sourdough, garlic-rosemary and olive bread. For dessert, melt chocolate and dip strawberries and bananas and graham crackers into the heavenly mixture.