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April 2012
What you will find at www.GVParent.com this month! Giveaways
This month you'll have opportunities to win a family pass to Whitetail Tours in Rush, a gift certificate to Once Upon a Child Consignment Shop in Henrietta and a $25 gift certificate toward a party from Pastabilities.
Online Only Editorial EXPERIENCE, EMBRACE & ENJOY EARTH DAY — April in Rochester will no doubt bring many shower-filled days, but spring is here and April is a good month to start getting outside, and chances are your kids are ready for it too. Put all that pent up winter energy into a way to help the earth. Learn how your family can get involved – and have a good time!
What's Cookin'
We have all new yummy and fun recipes you and your kids can enjoy making and eating! Check out the Bunny in a Cup recipe – even your littlest kids can help with this dessert.
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PLUS: Five lucky winners will each win a copy of VeggieTales: Robin Good and His Not-SoMerry Men, a fun parody that features plenty of high-energy, family-friendly music, including a new Silly Song. Enter to win at www.gvparent.com/giveaways
FIVE SUPER GREEN OUTDOOR ADVENTURES — Looking to get in touch with your natural side? Check out these local "green spaces" that feature nature at its finest!
TO MARKET TO MARKET — It's not exactly "farm market season" yet, but that doesn't mean your family can't load up on fresh, local produce. Check out our list of year-long and spring markets that will keep you satisfied until the summer months. Plus, it's a great time to sign up for CSA farm share, see our list of area farms accepting memberships for the 2012 season!
Win a Pandora Starter Bracelet for your mom!
With Mother's Day approaching, here's your opportunity to tell mom how much she means to you and have a chance to win a Pandora Starter Bracelet that is sure to bring a smile to her face. GVP is offering this beautiful bracelet valued at over $200…WOW! Don't miss out on this opportunity; entries must be received by April 15th. Let us know in 100 words or less why your mom (or significant mother figure in your life) is special…"I Love My Mom Because…" Submissions open to kids ages 3-17. Visit www.gvparent.com/mom for complete rules.
Check out more recipes in our Family Kitchen section, gvparent.com/familykitchen
Online Poll
We asked area parents if they are sending their kids to camp this year. Here are the results. 65% Day Camp 15% Overnight Camp 15% We do activities at home 5% International Camp Current Parent Poll: Is your family a "Green Family?" What type of Green are you? Add your response at www.gvparent.com
Rochester Area & Genesee Valley Parent • April 2012
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