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Combo Fun Day & News
September 23, 2021
Volume 1, Edition #20
Tell Me Something Good!

Meet Taavi new baby orangutan born at the Metro Richmond Zoo!
News You Can Use

Bloomberg - U.S. Parents Are at a Breaking Point Over Child Care, Survey Shows

The pay is absolute crap: Child-care workers are quitting rapidly, a red flag for the economy 
For Providers and Families

What have I been doing for my students that they could do for themselves

How misinformation is hurting our children - Whether it’s about what it takes to be a good parent, or what children really need to succeed, there are myths wreaking havoc on childhood, on early education, and on you!

Practicing routines with children helps them know what to expect and eases the transition to school after a busy weekend. Creating Routines That Ease Home-to-School Transitions resource shares a brain-building tip for creating routines at home.

Richmond Family Magazine - Who Benefits from the Child Tax Credit?
We are not all in the same boat. We are in the same storm.
Some have yachts, some have canoes and some are drowning. Just be kind and help whoever you can.

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Fun Day Friday - In the Garden

Are you using the right type of mulch

Predicting the weather with plants 

Cool season plant combinations 

Home vegetable gardening
Other Interesting Things for Fun Day!

The State Fair of Virginia is back in 2021! Celebrate the best of Virginia this year with an exciting 10-day event at the beautiful, pastoral setting of The Meadow Event Park. A Virginia tradition since 1854, there’s something for everyone, from giant pumpkins, sunsets on the Ferris wheel, the cutest baby animals, delicious fried food, the amazing work from skilled artisans around Virginia and making lasting memories with family and friends. Tickets on sale HERE!
Please keep sharing-we are here for you. What are you doing FUN this weekend? Let us know! And by the way, we LOVE pictures! :)

Enjoy your weekend!

Stay safe and be well.

Your SBGR Team
Smart Beginnings Greater Richmond
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