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LEARNING SNACKS

Connecticut Public’s weekly “Learning Snacks” is a quick, curated collection of free activities, games, recipes, and videos that will keep your child’s hungry mind fed and busy hands engaged. Help them to create, discover and develop while playing and having fun!

Diwali or Deepavali festival of lights is a five-day festival that starts on Dhanteras (Dhantrayodashi), is celebrated on the thirteenth lunar day of Krishna paksha (dark fortnight) of the Hindu calendar month Ashwin and ends on Bhaubeej, celebrated on the second lunar day of Shukla paksha (bright fortnight) of the Hindu calendar month Kartik. In the Gregorian calendar, Diwali falls between mid-October and mid-November.
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Learning Snacks
Get ready to light up your week—Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is here! On Monday, the colorful celebration begins. Diwali is now recognized as a holiday in Connecticut! Glowing lanterns, sweet treats and spending time with loved ones is what it’s all about. Let’s celebrate together and fill our hearts with the spirit of Diwali!


This Halloween season, PBS KIDS is offering families a festive lineup of episodes including classics like “Creepy Creatures” from WILD KRATTS, “The Haunted Tree House” from ARTHUR, and “A Halloween Boo Fest” from CURIOUS GEORGE. Plus, check out crafts and activities perfect for a season of creativity!



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