For a quiet, chilly excursion, try a winter hike along the Eno River. Bundled-up kids can explore the riverbanks and adjacent trails. It’s an easier version of a “snow day” – everyone gets to be outside in the fresh air, but you can still drive to get tacos or hot chocolate afterward! Come out for the annual New Year’s Day hike – a tradition for more than 45 years – with the Eno River Association, complete with a quick meal of black-eyed peas before the romp through the woods.
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Suggestions for a holiday family calendar that’s fun, not frenzied BY VIRGIN IA ROBIN SON
IKE JUST ABOUT EVERY SEASON OF THE YEAR, managing winter can be a challenge for families. There’s so much potential: Snow! Family visits! Holiday treats! Presents! But therein lies the trickiness, right? Sometimes you can see your kids actually filling up like balloons with expectation, until inevitably one or more of them pop, sending disappointment flying everywhere. The difference between a holiday full of wonder and one full of meltdowns takes a little planning. Whether your kids like quiet rituals or full-on festivals, here are some solid bets for holiday fun. december/january 2018
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