On a recent and very cold evening in February, over 230 APIA au pairs, community counselors, and even a few host kids gathered at the Verizon Center in downtown DC for a fun evening with Mickey and friends. Continue reading
Tag Archives: winter
Presidents Day
Photo credit: Bill & Vicki T (Flickr)
Presidents Day is a Federal holiday created to commemorate the births of former Presidents George Washington (Feb. 22) and Abraham Lincoln (Feb. 12). Continue reading
Valentine’s Day
Photo credit: Clever Cupcakes (Flickr)
Valentine’s Day is a time of love, friendship, giving, and caring. Americans use Valentine’s Day as an opportunity to tell friends and family how much they care. Celebrated on February 14th, children usually exchange cards at school on that day or one close to the holiday. Continue reading
February Calendar Ideas
Each month, Au Pair in America provides a calendar full of helpful information and fun activities for everyone in the family.
More Winter Fun
Photo credit: Dawn Huczek (Flickr)
Brr…It’s cold out there!
Whether you’re battling boredom in a blizzard or staying indoors during the polar vortex, Au Pair in America has a Pinterest pinboard devoted to all things fun in the Winter. Continue reading
January Calendar Ideas
Each month, Au Pair in America provides a calendar full of helpful information and fun activities for everyone in the family.
Winter Vacation Battle Plan
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The thought of having the kids home for two weeks during the winter can send even the most seasoned childcare giver into a panic. Cold weather, shorter days, extra sugar, later bedtimes, and visiting relatives can be a challenge. But with a little pre-planning, you can provide your host kids with a vacation to remember. Continue reading
Winter Fun for DC Kids
In need of some ideas to keep the kids entertained this winter? Here’s a roundup of several great local blogs. Continue reading
December Holiday Cluster Meeting
Our December 2015 Cluster Meeting was full of fun.
From reviewing important seasonal safety tips to sharing holiday traditions from many different countries, our December cluster meeting was full of learning and fun. Each Au Pair brought a treat that reminded her of the holidays and a wrapped present for a gift exchange. Continue reading
Hanukkah 2015
You can visit the world’s largest menorah on the Ellipse in Washington, DC. Photo: Ted Eytan (Flickr)
Hanukkah begins at sundown on Sunday, December 6th and ends on Monday, December 14th.
Hanukkah is the Jewish Feast of Lights or Feast of Dedication. The Hebrew word Hanukkah means dedication. The holiday begins on the eve of the 25th day of the Hebrew Month of Kislev and lasts eight days. Hanukkah usually falls in the month of December, but occasionally can start in November. Continue reading