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August 2012
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08/31/12Are you ready for some football?There’s no denying it: Football is the biggest sport in America... |
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08/30/12Variety of events to kick off autumnAutumn is almost here... |
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08/29/12Bedtime Math aims to make math funKids across the country are adding a step to their bedtime routines... |
08/28/12Got art?Art enthusiasts have a chance to purchase some new pieces while supporting a great cause... |
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08/27/12"Quaint" Annville perfect for an evening outWhen I asked a couple of locals what they thought about Annville, they each used the same word: quaint... |
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08/24/12Whitaker Center set to offer two free weekend eventsWhitaker Center is offering a pair of free events this weekend in conjuction with its summer exhibition, Leonardo da Vinci: Machines in Motion... |
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08/23/12Adams County Winery to close out concert series with partyWith Labor Day looming closer with each hour, families are trying to squeeze in the last bit of summer fun they can... |
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08/23/12Annual Gallery Walk slated for Sept. 9The 24th Annual Harrisburg Gallery Walk will feature 19 sites this year during the Sept. 9 event... |
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08/22/12Watch TV with Jane: Pawn StarsI wouldn't ordinarily recommend a show called Pawn Stars for family viewing, because, well, it just doesn't sound right... |
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08/21/12Summer Palooza benefits Caitlin's SmilesWith clowns, face painting, a dunk tank and tons of games, Summer Palooza was the perfect way to celebrate summer—and help out a good cause... |
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08/20/12How well do you know Hummelstown?We're beginning a new weekly series at Central Penn Parent in which assistant editor Kurt Bopp visits towns in our region. First stop: Hummelstown... |
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08/17/12With a variety of options, kids need to get outsideAs childhood obesity continues to be a major problem in the U.S., assistant editor Kurt Bopp encourages parents to send their kids outside and get active. |
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08/16/12Disc golf is fun for the whole familyMatt Hamilton has high hopes for his beloved sport. The Camp Hill father is an avid disc golfer of 19 years... Posted at 07:29 AM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |
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08/15/12A look at non-traditional games: Lawn GamesA search on Amazon.com for “Lawn Games” yields more than 2,100 results. They’re popular, easy to play... |
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08/14/12A look at non-traditional sports: Kayaking & CanoeingAdmittedly, these are part of the Olympics—but they’re not seen nationally the other three years when there is no Olympiad... |
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08/13/12A look at non-traditional sports: PaintballPaintball is a sport with something for everyone... |
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08/10/12A look at non-traditional sports: Roller skatingAs the Olympics wrap up this weekend, sports like gymnastics, swimming and track will virtually disappear from national TV for another four years... Posted at 08:07 AM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |
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08/09/12WITF to host kindergarten eventAs the school year inches closer, the anxiety for many children continues to grow, especially for the ones starting school for the first time this year... |
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08/08/12Hershey mom creates successful app, websiteYou could say Trisha Boughter tripped and fell into her own business... |
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08/07/12A good excuse for a night outNeed a parents’ night out? Enjoy gourmet food? Want to support a local cause? |
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08/06/12Pianists tickle the ivories at MillersvilleEven if you don’t immediately recognize the headliners, you won’t want to miss the upcoming musical event at the Ware Center at Millersville University... |
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08/03/12Peanut, hazelnut and chocolate, oh my!Central Penn Parent conducted a taste-test of various new peanut butters. Check out the results... |
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08/02/12Eat corn chowder, save Lancaster FarmIn an effort to save a local farm, Isaac’s Famous Grilled Sandwiches has kicked off a new campaign for August: “Buy Fresh-Cut Corn Chowder, Save a Farm!” |
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08/01/12Need a parents' day out?This is the first in a new monthly feature created to provide parents options for a much-needed night out... |
