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 When your kids finish up a long week of school, complete with hours of homework, the last thing they probably want to do on the weekend is engaged in further educational activities. And yet, the truth is that they are constantly learning, whether they realize it or not. Allowing them to learn how to play the latest version of Angry Birds, discover new and interesting ways to murder the English language through the truncated art of texting, or soak up a Hannah Montana marathon this weekend, perhaps you can find ways to help them learn something useful by disguising it as an entertaining activity. The work of a parent is never done, but you might find yourself having fun and learning something new in the process, too. So here are just a few activities to consider adding to your weekend roster. Nature hike . Is there anything better than getting outdoors for physical exertion, a little Vitamin D, and some education along the way? Pack up a picnic lunch and some native plant and animal

 Today, February 13, is the launch of Random Acts of Kindness. Master Lock understands that a little kindness goes a long way. As part of the Random Acts of Kindness Campaign, Master Lock is encouraging folks to keep those New Year's Resolutions , "lock them up" and stick to them.   "A New Year’s resolution to positively change or enhance your life is an admirable goal if you can stick to it,” “We feel National Random Acts of Kindness Week is a great opportunity to spread a little kindness by providing consumers with added motivation, tips, and products needed to maintain their goals for the year,”   says Rebecca Smith, Master Lock's Vice President of Marketing.   Research shows that as we enter the month of February, 36 percent of us abandon our resolutions ; by April 54 percent of us have gone back to our old habits.   For many of us, a healthy lifestyle tops the list of Resolutions. This week, Master Lock will be giving inspiration to random gym-goers in se

  Created by Chef Ariane Duarte  Serves 2   4 Slices 7 Grain Bread 4 oz sliced roasted turkey breast 6 Slices  Finlandia Lacey Swiss 4 pieces turkey bacon (cooked according to package) 1 tomato, sliced ½ Avocado, peeled, pitted and sliced Green Leaf lettuce, such as Romaine Light Mayonnaise Spread mayo on all slices of grain bread. On two of the slices, place lettuce, tomato, bacon, avocado, turkey and top with  Finlandia  Lacey Swiss. Top with remaining 2 slices. Cut in half. Serve with your favorite chips and pickles. Enjoy!

  Created by Chef Ariane Duarte   Serves 6   2 lbs Ground Turkey 1 or 2 jalapeño peppers, small dice (depending on how much heat you like) ½ c chopped cilantro 1T ground cumin 1t chopped garlic 1 small onion, diced Salt & pepper 12 slices  Finlandia Swiss or Light Swiss Cheese 6 burger buns of your choice   In a bowl, combine all ingredients. Divide equally into 6 balls. Form into patties and place on grill. Grill on high heat - 4 minutes on 1 side, then turn and finish for about 3 to 4 minutes on the other. Add two slices of   Finlandia  Swiss and let melt. Then, place on your favorite bun with your favorite accompaniments.