November is National Native American Heritage Month, which was officially declared in 1990. This month is a time to celebrate and honor the first Americans. In Massachusetts, only 1% of the population identifies as American Indian/Alaska Native at least partially,…
Ghosts, pumpkins, skeletons, and bats seem to be in every yard, front door, and store this time of year. While Halloween time can be such fun for kids to dress up, it can also be very stressful for parents. Juggling…
October is National Farm to School Month. All month long, we can celebrate the amazing farms and farmers across Massachusetts that provide delicious, healthy produce for our local schools. In New England, October is the perfect time for this celebration.…
September is Food Safety Education Month, which is a great time to remember some important food safety tips. Among everyone’s busy schedules, sometimes food safety is forgotten. However, maintaining a safe and clean kitchen can keep you and your family…
September is here and with it comes a new school year. Students across Massachusetts have returned or are returning to school. Colleges and universities have kicked off their semesters. High schools, middle schools, and elementary schools all have classrooms ready…
Welcome back! We are excited to share an activity perfect for the end of summer that also makes for a great family and/or friend day trip. Try visiting a pick-your-own farm to enjoy the variety of fruit available in Massachusetts…
A new baby opens the world to many new adventures, some of which can be both exciting and scary. Feeding a baby is one of those adventures. It is an honor to nourish new life, but it can also be…
Hey families! It’s Broc, the MA SNAP-Ed mascot here with another special blog for you. We have waited all year for the heat of summer to warm our faces. With kids out of school and full of energy, parents may…
Summer is the perfect time to wander through your local farmers’ market. However, amidst a busy season of life, it can be difficult to schedule grocery shopping in general, let alone a farmers’ market trip. The tips below can help…
Often the term “eating local” might spark images of expensive produce, hours of prep work in the kitchen, and an overall headache of trying to figure out what “local” even means. As busy people with tight budgets, it may not…
