Bonnie Carroll's Life Bites - Kids Kaleidoscope

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KIDS KALEIDOSCOPE . . .

DEADLINE TO APPLY: APRIL 1, 2025

Sister Cities International is proud to present the 2025 Young Artists and Authors Showcase, inviting youth from around the world to express their creativity through the theme “Friendship: The Heartbeat of Global Peace.” This year’s theme highlights the power of friendship to foster understanding, collaboration, and peace across borders.

By participating in this inspiring competition, young creators will have the opportunity to share their vision of a peaceful world and contribute to the international dialogue about the importance of building friendships across nations. Winning entries will be featured in Sister Cities International’s global network, inspiring communities and leaders worldwide.

VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION

This year, we are hosting two separate competitions based on age groups. Applicants aged 12-14 will compete in one showcase, while those aged 15-18 will compete in another. In each age group and each art medium, there will be a first, second, and third place winner.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Awards will be given out to YAAS winners who place 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each category and in each age showcase.

1st Place: $1,000
2nd Place: $500
3rd Place: $250

VIEW 2024 WINNERS

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WINTER PLACES KIDS LOVE . . .

Sundance Mountain Resort Announces
Early Opening Date for the 2024-2025 Season

SUNDANCE, Utah –

Sundance Mountain Resort celebrates historic early-season snowfall by announcing an early opening date of Saturday, December 3rd, the earliest the resort has opened in over a decade. Cold temperatures and weather conditions have created an ideal environment for snowmaking, paired with natural snowfall in November have created the notable opportunity to open the resort early.

“We are so grateful Mother Nature provided us with early snow and cold temperatures. Thanks to the incredible work of our snowmaking and mountain operations teams, and new snowmaking system, we have an impressive base of snow. We are thrilled to open early and are excited for what will be an epic winter season!” – Chad Linebaugh, President and General Manager.

The resort will open at 9am on December 3rd on Outlaw Express from the midway station while snowmaking operations continue on the upper Outlaw Express terrain. Jake’s Lift and the beginner area including all magic carpets will also be open. Night skiing will begin December 17th. The new Wildwood area and back mountain will open as quickly as snowmaking and natural snowfall conditions allow. Daily conditions and lift status will be updated on sundanceresort.com. For information on the best deal on season and day passes, including the S-Card see our 3 Ways to Ride page here: https://www.sundanceresort.com/winter-activities/3-ways-to-ride/

About Sundance Mountain Resort
Founded by Robert Redford in 1969, Sundance Mountain Resort is an all-season resort that offers multiple outdoor activities including downhill skiing, ziplining, mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding, and fly-fishing. The resort has artistic roots, authenticity, and a strong connection to nature. Sundance Mountain Resort was ranked the #2 ski resort in North America by Condé Nast in 2021 for the Reader's Choice Award.

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HOLIDAY FUN AT SANTA BARBARA ZOO

Local's loved the amazing fun holiday exhibits at Santa Barbara Zoo. So many new family zoo residents, light shows, good things to eat and wonderful holiday fun for the entire family! ZOO LIGHTS ALIVE WITH LIGHT.

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