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Five Things for Today: December 1, 2020

 

 

1. It’s Giving Tuesday!  If you want some ideas for where to donate, the GIVE page here on the blog has a long list of charities and causes, all of them shared by KFDC readers. (And if you have one you’d like to highlight, leave a comment on that page or this one, and I’ll add it.)

 

2. Volunteering is another way to give, and Martha’s Table has opportunities available.  Joyful Grocery Bagging, Food Order Support, Martha’s Outfitters Clothing Support are some of the ways to help out that kids ages 12 and up can do, too.  All shifts take place on weekdays, so consider signing up for one during the Winter Break from school.

 

3. A gift for younger children that lets them give back:  Little Loving Hands provides parents and caregivers with a fun way to teach kids about kindness in their world, their community, and their homes through subscription craft boxes.  Most of the crafts that are completed are sent back to Little Loving Hands in an included prepaid envelope to be donated to a charity. The boxes are specially designed for elementary-school kids, but fun for all ages!

 

4.  A long list of businesses offering discounts to first responders. And here is one for teachers (plus this biz I happened to see). Forward to all you know who qualify — so well deserved!

 

5. A heartwarming HONY story about giving a great surprise.

 

 

 

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Five Things for Today: November 30, 2020

 

 

1. If you’re looking for Chanukah events this year, there still are some happening both virtually and safely in person, including the annual National Menorah Lighting, a virtual carnival, an online story time,  and a Chanukah Drive-Thru Experience.  Tickets/registration are required for some — details/links are in the KFDC Guide to the Holiday Season in DC.

 

2.  It’s conveniently rainy on this Cyber Monday, which is perfect for hanging inside doing some online shopping.  You can even find deals on some of the items listed in the Holiday Gift Guide. (And, FYI, there are some new/extra options from suggestions I received and where items nearly sold out.)

 

3. I made a few recs for kids books in the gift guide, but the New York Times has a nice round-up of gift books for children that adults will love, worth checking out.

 

4. All of The Office Christmas episodes ranked.

 

5.  News that calls for some special emojis: This and this. 🙌 👏 💪

 

 

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Five Things for Today: November 26, 2020

So thankful for my three favorite people

 

1. Happy Thanksgiving! 🧡🦃 Looking for a pre-feast activity? Take a hike, stroll a garden, go for a bike ride. For some post-feast fun, take the fam to one of the holiday light displays around the area.  Many are open on Thanksgiving, and it’s a nice way to wind down the evening and/or walk off the turkey.

 

2. Of course, you can also skip the activities:  6 Steps to a Great Thanksgiving Nap.

 

3. In case you missed it, the KFDC 2020 Holiday Gift Guide went up last night. I put a ton of thought into it to make it relevant for this unique time, so I really hope it’s helpful as you head into the holiday season.

 

4. Food52’s Thanksgiving Cooking Playlist is pretty awesome.

 

5. Simple and beautiful… What are you thankful for this year?

 

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