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Have a family friendly sports party

When you invite a few friends over to watch the game, grabbing a six-pack of beer and filling a bowl with chips probably suffices as the extent of your party planning. But when you’re having the whole family over—kids included—game day involves some extra prep. Follow these five steps to… Read more

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7 things to watch at a tailgate party (besides pre-game blather)

Tailgating is a time-tested tradition. It’s practically an official part of the game. And with football season right around the corner, it’s prime time for tailgating. But being a sports fan doesn’t necessarily mean you love to watch ESPN’s pre-coverage of the pre-coverage of the pre-game show. Here are some… Read more

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6 inexpensive games to play at your tailgate party during halftime

Whether you’re tailgating at the stadium or throwing your own tailgate/viewing party at home, football season means getting together with friends to enjoy the game. And while most of the attention goes to the field during each quarter, halftime brings some downtime. Keep your whole crew entertained during halftime with… Read more

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How to keep your kitchen kid-safe

Letting kids get involved in the kitchen is a great way to pique their interest in new foods and foster creativity. However, if you don’t take the proper precautions, it can also be a dangerous undertaking. Before inviting your little ones into the kitchen, kid-proof it by taking the following… Read more