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Features 12 METROFAMILY’S 2024 COVER KIDS Introducing the winners of our annual search
14 ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE
Opportunities for families to volunteer together in the metro
18 JOY IN THE JOURNEY
Making a hospital feel like home for the holidays
20 LET THERE BE PEACE ON EARTH 3 harmony-building strategies for children and families
22 STEPPING UP
PHOTO BY KRISTI HOWARD PHOTOGRAPHY
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Moore parents share the blessings of serving as a foster family
From the cover 24, 36 & 58 WRAP UP HOLIDAY FUN
28 GIFTS THAT DO GOOD
Support metro nonprofits, attractions and shops this season
10 TIDINGS OF GREAT JOY 28 GIFTS THAT DO GOOD
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48 FACES OF METROFAMILY
Meet community leaders behind local businesses
Departments 10 NEW & NOW
Get to know OKC’s Santa Blair
16 FAMILY MENTAL WELLNESS 6 tips to care for the mental well-being of aging relatives
24 LOCAL FAMILY FUN
Plan a merry OKC holiday season with our family fun itinerary
PHOTO BY WITHUNMIND PHOTOGRAPHY
PHOTO COURTESY OF CATALYST COOKIES BY REMERGE
36 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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Find holiday magic at local light displays, productions and festivals REAL PARENTS OF THE METRO Community members share favorite things to do, address local issues
58 EXPLORING OKLAHOMA
WITH CHILDREN Take a road trip to 3 Oklahoma towns for quirky & bright Christmas traditions
62 LAST LOOK
5 of our favorite holiday gifts for kids
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