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Features 12 METROFAMILY’S 2024 COVER KIDS Introducing the winners of our annual search 14 ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE Opportunities for families to volunteer together in the metro 18 JOY IN THE JOURNEY Making a hospital feel like home for the holidays 20 LET THERE BE PEACE ON EARTH 3 harmony-building strategies for children and families 22 STEPPING UP Moore parents share the blessings of serving as a foster family 28 GIFTS THAT DO GOOD Support metro nonprofits, attractions and shops this season 48 FACES OF METROFAMILY Meet community leaders behind local businesses Departments 10 NEW & NOW Get to know OKC’s Santa Blair 16 FAMILY MENTAL WELLNESS
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From the cover 24, 36 & 58 WRAP UP HOLIDAY FUN
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10 TIDINGS OF GREAT JOY 28 GIFTS THAT DO GOOD
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6 tips to care for the mental well-being of aging relatives
24 LOCAL FAMILY FUN
Plan a merry OKC holiday season with our family fun itinerary
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PHOTO COURTESY OF CATALYST COOKIES BY REMERGE
36 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Find holiday magic at local light displays, productions and festivals 56 REAL PARENTS OF THE METRO Community members share favorite things to do, address local issues
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58 EXPLORING OKLAHOMA WITH CHILDREN
Take a road trip to 3 Oklahoma towns for quirky & bright Christmas traditions
62 LAST LOOK
5 of our favorite holiday gifts for kids
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