December 27, 2023 Issue, Page 7 of 8

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December 27, 2023 The Elk City News - 7 ‘The Elk City 4H kids also visited assisted living centers to spread holiday cheer. ; Members of Elk City 4H re-stocking Giving Boxes throughout the community. Elk City 4H gives back to community during Christmas Break By Shonda Little groups have been incredible showings in the shooting sports, in- tourists in need to grab a non-perishable food item, no questions cluding state and national titles. asked. Traditionally, the 4H Club has not been covered in sports sec- But, the group has always been community focused at its roots. ‘The items, such as canned soup, spaghetti sauce, or applesauce, is tions. Typically, the activities of the agricultural club would have That was seen over the Christmas Break holiday has Elk City 4H left by concerned citizens and civic groups likes the 4H. been on the community pages. restocked Giving Boxes and visit adult assisted living centers. To follow more of the group's efforts, follow Elk City 4H on Face- Recently, however, both the Elk City and Beckham County 4H Giving Boxes are a community resource that allows citizens and book. We want to wish you a great season! Good Luck Area Teams! National Bank & Trust of Elk City? “Together We Grow" yy Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender. iy Great Plains Bank ELK CITY: 2714 W. 3d St.» 580-225-2580 » sipsnnsibectak fay 2017 W. Third | 1300 S. Main | gpbankok.com we SAYRE: 711 NE Highway 66 » 580-928-2580 580-225-2265 We hope each of you have a great geason! 7) fy “B03 TTY. “ py o00t Lick Teams! CKING Elk City Nursing Home 1210 S. Main St, Elk City OILFIELD SERVICES 580-225-0100 HINTON,OK. ELK CITY,OK, 301 N. Garrett, Elk City www.elksupply.com 580-225-2811 580.243.0466 year! Family Friendly Fun to Beat Winter Blahs PAMILY FEATURES Explore What Surrounds You ool winter days may have you tempted to Resist the temptation to huddle indoors and instead burrow under a blanket and wait out the explore how your community transforms with the weather, but there are plenty of entertaining seasons. Look for the Ils or check out and affordable ways to enjoy quality family seasonal attractions like stivals. Even time together despite chilly temperatures. taking a family drive to see the holiday lights or marvel Kids who are cooped up indoors during the winter at the way snow transforms your surroundings gives often get restless, but you can make the most of that you a way to break out of the house and enjoy some boredom by gathering everyone and discovering new entertaining fun. ways to create memories together. Encourage Artistic Expression Get Your Game On Forget about screen play and instead show the younger Once kids are bundled up properly, there’s little that generation how much fun it can be to take on family tops good old-fashioned snow days. Snow angels, snow rivals with classic board games or work in teams to forts and snowmen are just the beginning. Inviting complete age-appropriate puzzl kids to create and design lets their imaginations run allow everyone to participate and practice skills like wild and, with a little luck, they'll run off some ofthat problem solving while having fun. pent-up energy, too. If you're stuck inside, encourage creativity through arts and crafts, or make mealtimes a chance for children to explore their artist Make a Meal Together allowing them to customize toppings on favorites such You likely know it’s a good idea to gather the family as waffles. around the table for a meal, but there’s no need to ws until the food is done. Not only does cooking together Give Back to Others give you something fun to do as a family, but it also helps It’s never too early to learn the kids develop important life skills and healthy habi exposes them to new food options and allows them to practice reading and math when they follow recipes. at a local food bank or work together to assemble care Get everyonein on the prep work with kid-friendly kits with warm blankets and socks for the homel foods su be used as the ba ja You could write letters to soldiers or make seasonal fin, easy way to enjoy a favorite cereal in waffle form, sreeting cards for seniors at a local nursing home. Big PEBBLES Wafiles are available in beloved Fruity and or small, they're gestures that make a lasti Cocoa flavors. Start the day by making breakfast a on young minds. akfi Find more fa ly-friendly ideas for a winter to remember at postpebbl ;cereal.com, Cocoa Smiley Face Waffle 2 Cocoa PEBBLES waffles 1 cup Cocoa PEBBLES cereal 1 container whipped cream chocolate chips (optional) chocolate sprinkles (optional) strawberries (optional) chocolate syrup (optional) Heat waffles until golden brown and place on plate. Use whipped cream to make smiley face eyes, nose and mouth Place cereal on top of whipped cream to make eyes, nose and mouth colorful. Add chocolate chips, chocolate sprinkles, strawberries and chocolate syrup, if desired,