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Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Harrisburg is pleased to announce that we will be partnering with the Harrisburg Senators to sponsor a game between the Israel National Baseball Team (Team Israel) and the Cal Ripken All Stars.
Jewish Family Service Presents Striking Out COVID: A Family Celebration Read More »
Summer is upon us. The Pandemic is sort of resolved. More things are open then last summer. Summer camp is a possibility. A real family vacation becomes an option. Our kids are ready for a break! How do you manage creating the summer you and your children need after the last “Covid informed” 15 months? The answer is one word: Schedule. Create a schedule with your child that you can utilize the whole summer long which sets clear expectations, boundaries, rules, and ultimately allows for fun and rejuvenation.
Schedule, Schedule, Schedule Read More »
During Coronavirus, screens became our lifeline to the outer world: school, work, friends, and family. Now it is time to renegotiate or reset your children’s relationships with their devices. A daunting task. But it can be accomplished with creativity, compromise, and collaboration.
The Challenge of Screen-Time Read More »
Dear Director: The summer is around the corner and with Covid numbers going down, I am feeling like my kids should be gearing up for outdoor and group activities. They were so focused on online activities/school, their phones, and tv shows for so long. What can I do to convince them to get them up and out now that the weather is getting better?
Signed, Overwhelmed with the Transition to Summer
Dear Director: The Summer Edition Read More »
One of the keys to helping your family have a fun and relaxing summer is to get creative and resourceful when developing your schedule. Central Pennsylvania has a wealth of family activities you can include in your posted summer schedule. Remember to gather your child’s input about activities so they will be invested, follow screen-time rules, and feel like a valued member of your family. Don’t forget the most important thing: HAVE FUN!
Local Family Activities Read More »
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