By Janice O’Donnell, Executive Director, Providence Children’s Museum All holidays start with a story. The day is special because a long time ago a child was born, a miracle happened, a war was won, a people were liberated. In telling these powerful stories we impart our cultures – our beliefs and values – to the [...]
It was lovely sharing with GoLocalProv‘s Tracey Minkin why I chose to host a conversation around Traditions. Kidoinfo’s latest “Conversations”, held in the bright, colorful sanctuary of Craftland in downtown Providence, addressed the issues of traditions in modern life. Panelists Teny O. Gross (founder, Institute for the Study & Practice of Non-Violence), Beth Curtin (artist), [...]
Kido Tip 1. Halloween paper craft Decorate your windows with cut paper bats, moons, and stars from colored paper. Fold a piece of construction paper in half and draw half an outline of a shape; a bat, a moon, a house. Cut out shape. Fold sections of the paper again to cut out small designs [...]
Every week on GoLocalProv I share tips on how families can make the most of their family time — including helpful hints that make parenting easier and connecting you to great local happenings. Kido Tip 1. Pumpkin Perfect. Do you have a favorite place to pick your perfect pumpkin? And is it oval or round? [...]
By Kristen M Kardos What makes a mother? For each of us, the answer is different. For me, it began while carrying my babies for 9 months and then welcoming them into the world while holding them tightly. For my mother, it was waiting anxiously for months, hoping both parents would sign the papers, and [...]
