Autumn has arrived!

Since school is out this Thursday and Friday - share these cute autumn-themed crafts and treats with your little ones.

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FALL LEAF MOBILE
Create fall leaf cutouts from construction paper, fine cardboard or felt. Tape the leaves to thin ribbons, string or twine. Attach each string to a small branch and hang it where it can spin freely for all to enjoy!

YUMMY!!! Give these cookies a try - they will become one of your favorites.

Butterscotch Oatmeal Cookies

3/4 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla
1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
3 cups rolled oats
1 12oz pkg butterscotch chips

Preheat oven to 375 degrees
In a large bowl beat the butter and sugars together. Add the eggs and vanilla, beating well.
Stir together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and stir until blended. Stir in the oats and the butterscotch chips. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the edges begin to brown.

HAPPY AUTUMN!