Cozy Places to Eat and Drink in the CSRA

Over the past few years, shopping (and eating) from small businesses has been more important than ever. Whether you are looking for a fresh cup of coffee or a new restaurant for date night, here are a few of the coziest stops in the area to check out this winter and year-round:  Coffee  Rooted Coffeehouse,…

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Planning Spring Gardens

While it may be cold out now, spring is just around the corner. Use the colder days to plan how you intend to revive your garden this spring- the advanced thinking will pay off once it’s warm enough to dig into the soil again.  Make sure all of your gardening tools are in good condition.…

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Celebrating Valentine’s Day with Kids

Valentine’s Day isn’t just for romantic couples. You can use the occasion to celebrate anyone you love and children can make Valentine’s Day especially fun. If you are stumped on ideas to make the day special for the little one(s) in your life, here are a few ideas:  Bake special treats together. If there is…

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Veterans Day

November 11 is Veterans Day in America. It was originally known as “Armistice Day” beginning in 1919 when President Wilson commemorated those who fought in World War I. An armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities, went into effect between Germany and allied nations on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month.…

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Vegan Snacks for House Guests

November 1st is World Vegan Day. To honor your vegan friends and family or explore new foods for your personal health, here are a few surprisingly vegan snacks to serve during your holiday parties and gatherings.  All recipes were found from One Green Planet’s website full of plant-based food solutions.  Cauliflower Buffalo Bites and Raw…

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Gadgets that Make a House a Home

The past few years have ushered in a new era of home technology, with gadgets and gizmos everywhere. There are devices for the simplest of tasks such as turning on a light, and more advanced systems like home security. Some can be frivolous, but others are actually extremely useful for the average homeowner. Here are…

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2022 Color of the Year

As we head into the holiday season, many paint and decor companies are releasing their color of the year for 2022. This gives us a look ahead to a new year after the holidays wind down and an idea for an interior refresh after the ornaments and lights have been put away.  Benjamin Moore –…

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Holiday Hacks

With the holidays quickly approaching, it may be difficult to stay focused and organized. There are tasks around every corner and the lists seem to pile up continuously. Before breaking down, check out these little-known hacks to make your holiday season go by seamlessly.  Decorating Save your fall pumpkins for the holiday season. If they…

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Local Book Clubs

Are you a fan of reading or have you recently begun to enjoy it? Due to staying home more than usual during the pandemic, many people have taken up reading as a hobby to keep their minds on something other than the news or social media. Gathering is still important and beneficial, whether it is…

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Cold Weather, Hot Drinks

There is finally a chill in the air around the south. Those crisp days typically don’t last long around here, so you need to make the most of them. One of the simple joys of the fall season is enjoying a warm and cozy drink outside on the porch or on the couch by a…

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