Washington County Weekend Post

October 23, 2020

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Whether you're planning on having a solo night in, hanging out with your girlfriends or have a date planned with your sweet- heart, weekends are a great opportunity for some extra- special self care. Plan to be sure you have all the essentials you need to boost your self-care routine for a relaxing night in. Head-to-Toe TLC When was the last time you treated yourself so that you could feel good inside and out? Show some serious TLC to your skin, nails and hair with a DIY treatment to give yourself the ultimate full-body pampering session. Get that glow While there are a suite of serums and creams on the market that give your face a gorgeous glow, what about your body? Whether you want to show off smooth legs in that new mini skirt or just want soft, healthy skin to slip into your silk PJs, try making your own homemade body scrub. All you need is one cup of brown sugar and half a cup of coconut oil for an exfoliating, yet soothing scrub that will leave your body feeling smoother than ever. Instagram-worthy manicure Give yourself a mani at home. With nail design inspiration on social feeds, creating a fresh and trendy nail look at home is easier than ever. A new favorite design of nail aficionados is the minimalist negative space manicure that focuses on painting only the mid-to-top portion of the nail with a color and leaving the lower nail bed area bare. Keep it simple and finish the design with a topcoat or add in a nail jewel or sticker for a bit of extra glam. Luscious locks Infuse your hair with moisture and softness by creating a natural oil mask with ingredients you can find in your own kitchen. Rich oils like extra virgin olive oil, coconut oil or avocado oil are perfect for getting strands moisturized. Give hair a quench of hydration by working in a small amount of oil from your scalp through the ends of your hair, then wrap your hair in a warm damp towel and relax for 10-20 minutes. Shampoo your hair thor- oughly and condition as usual. Whether you give yourself a blowout or air-dry hair naturally, you'll notice how soft to the touch your locks will be. Set the mood for a night in As you enjoy your self-care prep for a cozy movie night in, don't forget to set the mood at your place. First, make sure you use your favorite delivery app to order wine and snacks from your favorite local shops. Next, hit play on your favorite playlist that will either help you wind down or get you excited for a date. Self-care shouldn't be limited to a special occasion. Put regular dates for at home wellness sessions in your calendar. Treating your- self is always worth doing. Boost your weekend self-care routine for a night in GMTODAY.COM SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2020 • WASHINGTON COUNTY POST • 3B Shop Early, Shop Local, Shop Safely Kickoff your holiday shopping early while supporting your community. Check out the Shop Early, Shop Local, Shop Safely pages to fi nd unique gift ideas from local businesses. Coming in the November 14th Daily News and the November 15th Washington County Post. ACROSS 1. Battered corners: dog-__ 6. __ Mater: one's school 10. National capital 14. Frogs and toads order 15. Bathrooms (French) 17. Praise 19. Witch 20. Consume 21. Pork and lamb are two types 22. Rocky peak 23. Women's undergarments 24. From end to end 26. Bed sheets 29. South Sudanese king 31. Dislike immensely 32. Diving seabird 34. Breathe noisily 35. Full of roots 37. Inside 38. Small island in a river 39. Tear into pieces 40. "CSI" actor George 41. Make less dense 43. Derogatory term for a country native 45. Pike and pickerel genus 46. Important in respiration and other biochemical reactions (abbr.) 47. Belgian city 49. "The Joy Luck Club" author 50. Essence of "Aloha" 53. Suggestions 57. One who overindulges 58. Expression 59. Maize dough 60. Make into leather 61. British noblemen DOWN 1. One of two or more people or things 2. Small, deerlike water buffalo 3. Part of a ladder 4. Unit of work 5. Patriotic women 6. Fragrant essential oil 7. Aggressive, uncouth man 8. One thousandth of an inch 9. Brisk and cheerful readiness 10. Serving no practical purpose 11. Prevent from going forward 12. Camera part 13. Former CIA 16. Colorless, odorless gas 18. Long division of time 22. Atomic #73 23. Make a bleating sound 24. The kids love him 25. Female condition prior to menstrual period 27. Founder of Sikhism 28. Sudanese swamp 29. He/she can help with your finances 30. Part of the human body 31. Mortar trough 33. Greek island 35. Change pagination 36. Queens hip hop group 37. Precursor to the EU 39. A way to go on 42. Slender marine fish 43. Georgetown's mascot 44. Farm state 46. Military leader (abbr.) 47. Russian river 48. Teams' best pitchers 49. In a more positive way 50. Long French river 51. Reactive structures in organic chemistry 52. Distinctive practices 53. Male gypsy 54. When you hope to get there 55. Men's fashion accessory 56. Journalist Tarbell ANSWERS FOR THIS WEEK'S CROSSWORD MOVIES COMING SOON October 30 Come Play November 6 Let Hime Go November 25 The Crowds: A New Age Gigantic December 11 Free Guy December 18 Death on the Nile December 25 News of the World Wonder Woman 1984 December 30 Monster Hunter ENTERTAINMENT Music enriches people's lives in myriad ways. Age is of no consideration when it comes to benefitting from and appreciating music, but it seems that young people in particular have a lot to gain from music education. According to the New England Board of Higher Education, various studies have found that consistent music education can improve vocabulary and reading comprehension skills. In addition, the National Association for Music Education says that research has found a significant relationship between arts participation at school and academic success. Parents who want their children to reap the benefits of being involved with music can try the following strategies aimed at fostering a love of music in young people. • Turn the television off and turn music on. Exposing youngsters to music is one of the simplest and most effective ways to get them to embrace it. For example, in lieu of turning on the television while preparing meals, parents can play music instead. Let youngsters pick their own songs or mix it up by including some of mom and dad's favorites as well. Such exposure can be incredibly valuable for youngsters. In fact, a 2016 study from researchers at the University of Southern California found that musical experiences in childhood accelerate brain development. Music is especially effective at helping children in language acquisition and reading. • Replay kids' favorite songs. Another way to build kids' enthusiasm for music is to replay some of their favorite songs. While mom and dad may cringe at the prospect of hearing "Baby Shark" several times in a row, they should take note of how enthusiastic their kids become when hearing a favorite song. And that enthusiasm can benefit their language skills as they listen closely to the lyrics in an effort to memorize the words. Youngsters may not be so receptive if they don't like what they're hearing. • Dance to music. Kids are bundles of energy, and dancing is a fun way for them to expend some of that energy. Dancing also provides a great reason to play music. Physical activity set to music can help kids burn off some extra energy as they develop their brains, making dance sessions a win- win for both parents and children. • Embrace opportunities to see live music. Kids are often captivated by seeing musicians perform in person. When possible, take youngsters to concerts, local music festivals and/or restaurants that showcase local musicians. Such excursions may prompt youngsters to want to learn how to play, which can provide a host of additional benefits, even for especially young children. In fact, a 1996 study published in Nature found that first grade students who took part in music classes during art study programs experienced marked improvement in reading and math proficiency. Music enriches people's lives in various ways, and exposure to music at a young age can be especially valuable to children. How to foster a love of music in children

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