family fun

Before you know it, we'll be toasting marshmallows, and telling stories around the fire. Camping season is almost here, and we've got some of the top "roughing it" campgrounds in the Empire State.

Coloring is not an activity exclusively for children anymore. More and more grown-ups are reliving their childhoods with adult coloring books. No, not the "Adult" you're thinking of. It is a book of intricate and slightly challenging designs that you simply color. From the moment you pick up that first colored pen or pencil you will not be able to put it down.

There are so many family traditions that occur during the holiday season. There is getting and decorating a Christmas tree, baking and decorating Christmas cookies, and unique ways to exchange gifts. Well, how about this fun and friendly new tradition? A gingerbread house-making competition!

Now that the kids are on vacation from school for the Christmas and New Year holiday, it's time for the parents to think about things for the children to do. One great idea is to go ice-skating! There are several arenas here locally that offer public skating.