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CONSIDER STEM CAMPS
FOR SUMMER When we think of our kids attending summer camp, we often envision days full of sports activities, crafts, and campfire fun. However, there are camps that focus on science, engineering, technology and math (STEM) skills that are a worthwhile addition to your child’s summer schedule. Even though your kids may be reluctant at first to attend camps that require giving their minds a workout, here are some reasons why you should consider finding one that aligns with your child’s interests this summer. STEM camps take science, math, engineering, and technology concepts and make them fun. In a camp with an interactive, hands-on curriculum, your child will be so engaged she will not even realize she is learning important concepts and preventing the summer academic ‘brain drain’. Kids love to experiment and search out the answers to questions they have about the world around them. Look for a day or overnight camp that balances traditional camp activities like outdoor activities and crafts with fun, engaging STEM activities. Some camps even manage to sneak teaching STEM concepts into more traditional activities. For example, during soccer, campers might experiment to discover the mechanics behind kicking a soccer ball. The future jobs in our country are centered on STEM skills and it is never too early to start providing
your child opportunities to explore her interests. STEM can encompass many different activities, from computer programming to robotics to food science, so your child should be able to find a camp that includes a topic she enjoys. The STEM background your child receives now will help her be prepared for the technology jobs of the 21st century that require collaboration, innovation and technology integration. The US is lagging behind many other countries of the world when it comes to STEM education. By exposing kids to STEM camps and other STEM training, parents are making a step to help the US reverse the trend. There will be much competition for future highpaying technology careers, so early exposure to STEM mastery will improve a child’s chances for success in these fields. STEM summer camps tend to book up fast so it is worth doing your homework well ahead of time to find the right camp for your child. A great place to start is the Kids Camp & Summer Fun Fair at the National Infantry Museum in Columbus, GA on March 12 at noon. It is a free event, and a great place to shop and compare. Many of the STEM camp providers in our area will be in attendance with half day, day and overnight options. For more info on this event, search for KCSFF on Facebook.
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HOO’s HEALTHY
PEDIATRIC STR KE
A stroke is a medical condition that occurs when the blood flow to the brain is interrupted and brain cells are deprived of oxygen. It is in common misconception that only adults have strokes. Anyone of any age can experience a stroke, including infants, children, and teens. Certain factors, such as a congenital heart defect, maternal high blood pressure during pregnancy, or head or neck trauma increase the risks of a child having a pediatric stroke. As with strokes in adults, quickly recognizing the symptoms of a pediatric stroke and seeking immediate medical attention helps reduce the damage to the brain. In newborns, a stroke can be hard to spot and sometimes is not diagnosed until months later. However, some of the warning signs are seizures, excessive sleepiness, and lack of movement on one side of the infant’s body. In older kids, the FAST warning signs used to spot a stroke in adults (facial drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulties and time to call 911) may be helpful but there are some additional symptoms to look for that are unique to strokes in children. These include severe headaches, vomiting, loss of coordination, and feeling dizzy. Every minute counts when it comes to treating strokes, so call 911 if you suspect your child may be having one.
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SHOPPING GUIDE activities Academy Dance Camps................... 21 Activ8 Camps......................................25 Brookstone Camps............................. 19 Camp Joy..............................................22 Camp Juliette Low.............................22 Chattahoochee Valley Libraries.... 14 East West Martial Arts Camps......... 2 Elite Dance Camps.............................22 Growing Room Camps...................... 21 Highland Kids Academy Camps... 25 iCON Wrestling................................... 12 Kids Camp & Summer Fun Fair.....32 Mathnasium Camps.......................... 18 Performance Dance Camps............23 Prodigy Dance Camps...................... TELL THEM 19 Riverview Camp for Girls................24 St. Ann-Pacelli Camps.....................25 Summer Camp Benning................... 18 SENT YOU! The Columbus Museum....................11 Ultimate Youth Sports Camps.......20 Wynnbrook Camps............................25
Childcare/ education Calvary Christian...............................29 First Presbyterian Day School.......28 Glenwood School...............................28 Grace Christian School....................28 Kumon................................................... 12 Lakewood Child Development ......30 Night Owl Kids Care.......................... 14 St. Luke Schools.................................29 Sylvan Learning Center...................30 Westminster Christian.....................28
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Food & Beverage Chick-fil-A.............................................. 5 Chill Yogurt Cafe................................27
healthcare Columbus Counseling...................... 12 Columbus Spine & Performance... 12 Comprehensive Women’s Care....... 11 Cook Dental Care.................................. 2 Dr. Alberto Lugo, DMD...................... 12 Family Counseling of Columbus...27 Pediatric Dentistry of Columbus..... 8 Pediatrics at Brookstone Centre..... 5 Rivertown Pediatrics.......................... 7
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Shopping/ Retail In This Place With God - Book....... 12 Jessica Fowler Photography.......... 14 Mickayla’s Place - Resale.................11 Once Upon A Child - Resale............. 9 Yola’s Coffee & Cafe............................ 31
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HOO’s CRAFTY PAPER BAG
ARTIST PORTFOLIO
How cute is this upcycle?! With just a few minutes and a few craft supplies, you can give your budding artists a way to not only display their art, but travel with it!
DIRECTIONS Cut down the sides of your paper bag and cut off the bottom. You will now have two separate paper bag sheets (with handles) Fold the inside paper you are using in half and lay it down on one side of the paper bag. Trim around the paper leaving a bit of a margin. Trim the other paper bag sheet. Now tape the two sides together. Punch a small hole at the top and bottom of your paper bag. Punch the hole close to the fold, but not on the fold. Open up the bag and lay the folded paper inside, marking where the holes are on the white paper. Now punch holes in the white paper right on the fold. Insert the brass fasteners from the outside and secure them inside. Voila!
SUPPLIES grocery paper bag with handles 12x18 paper colorful tape hole punch fasteners glitter, paint, etc.
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Hoo’s Tips
WHY DIRT IS GOOD Modern sanitation allows our children to have clean food and water. However, recent studies suggest that by keeping our children’s surroundings extremely clean by sanitizing everything with antibiotic cleaners and not allowing them to get a little dirty when playing outside, may be increasing the chances that they may encounter health problems later in life. According to scientists, babies are born with an immune system that needs to ‘learn’ by being exposed to germs in the environment. When a baby reaches the age of about six months, he starts crawling and putting things in his mouth, which helps him ‘explore’ the germs in the environment. If their environment is kept extremely sanitary with antibiotic cleaners, babies may miss being exposed to enough germs to ensure their immune systems develop properly. Keeping hands clean by using good handwashing practices is important to keep harmful viruses like the flu from spreading.
However, this does not mean your baby should stay super clean and never come in contact with dirt. Every human body has a population of ‘good’ microbes that help with tasks like digesting food, fighting harmful bacteria, and producing vitamins. When the environment is kept extra sanitary with soaps and hand sanitizers, the ‘good’ microbes are killed along with the bad microbes. This, in addition to keeping your baby away from contact with dirt outside, can prevent a healthy balance of microbes within your child’s body. Studies suggest that this lack of beneficial microbes may lead to inflammation in the body and health issues like asthma and allergies. You can help your baby develop a healthy population of microbes and a strong immune system by not constantly sanitizing and by allowing your child to safely come in contact with dirt outside. Allow your child to help work in an organic garden or make mud pies in dirt that has not come in contact with pet waste or chemicals.
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Recommending the Best Books for Children and Teens By Gerry P. Smith
Books, Beds and Sleepyheads
Preparing children for a good night’s sleep can include a variety of routines from warm baths, dimmed lights, and soft pajamas which create soothing transitions from active play to relaxation. Best among these comforting routines is the time-honored bedtime traditions of finding just the right books to settle in with before lights out. The following titles are recommended for winding down wound up kids with simple text, softedged illustrations and sweet progressions toward sleep.
Rock-a-Bye Romp
By Linda Ashman (Nancy Paulsen / Penguin Random House)
Taking inspiration from the ‘Rock-a-bye, Baby’ lullaby, this baby’s journey toward slumber departs from the treetop and takes a round-a-bout tour before the last goodnight. Rendered with almost dreamlike detail, baby leaves the cradle in the boughs and soars through darkening skies, floats along rivers of stars, and ambles across peaceful pastures. Animals met along the way all seems to be guiding baby toward a sleepy destination. The journey ends when the child finally lands in mother’s arms, and makes the last stop of the night in baby’s own bed. With rhyming text that perfectly syncs with the original lullaby, readers may also use this gentle selection to sing the way toward slumber.
Good Night Like This By Mary Murphy (Candlewick)
Rabbits, bears, fireflies and squirrels all snuggle in with their babes as twilight looms, calming and cuddling their little ones. Each two-page spread shows the moments just before sleep, then turns to reveal the sleeping family. The evening hues shift from dusky orange, through violet to blue as the progression toward bedtime sees the departure of the sun and the arrival of starry skies. Children reading along will enjoy identifying the shadowy silhouettes that say “good night” while chiming in with their own “like this” refrain after each animal closes its eyes.
Sheep Go To Sleep
By Nancy Shaw (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt)
Five sheep are back from their latest adventure and heading home to hit the sack. They’re ready for sleep in their snug beds of hay but nighttime noises are keeping them awake. Enter the loyal collie who has just the thing to soothe restless sheep. Helping with a hug for one, a drink for another, collie has something to offer each sheep as they countdown toward slumber. With simple rhyming text and soft-edged illustrations, this title perfect for little ones who are just beginning to count sheep as they go to sleep.
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tips to make grandparents’ homes safer Grandparents and grandkids are two-way blessings. Grandchildren benefit from having an extra pair of eyes to watch over them and love them. And watching them grow and develop and yes- spoiling them may extend grandparents’ lives. Whether grandparents are your choice for day care, or if it’s just a family visit, if you’ve been thinking about how to talk with yours or your spouse’s parents about making their home kid-proof – here’s some excellent tips from “Grandparent Central,” AARP:
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6 Walkers and wheelchairs. These items may look like toys to a young child. Make sure they are either out of sight or lock the wheels to prevent rolling. 7 Keep guns under lock and key. One of the most important tips! Always keep it unloaded in a locked cabinet, with the ammunition stored separately.
8 Be present when your grandchild is with your
pet. According to the CDC, more than 77,000 children under age 10 are treated each year in emergency rooms for dog bites.
1 Keep all meds out of reach. About 38% of 9 child-poisoning cases involve grandparents’ medications, so clear meds from countertops, tables and drawers. Put a lock on the medicine cabinet. Make sure your purse is not in reach of your grandchild.
2 Get rid of crib-clutter. Not long ago, cribs
were filled with such things as stuffed toys, little pillows, bumper pads and blankets. Nowadays, more people are aware that these items are a suffocation hazard and are best left out of the crib.
3 Baby should sleep on back and not face down or on their side in the crib. It reduces the risk of SIDS. 4 Lock up detergent pods. These colorful packets
of liquid laundry or dishwasher soap look like candy. They can pose “a serious poisoning risk to young children,” says a study in the Journal of Pediatrics.
5 Make furniture safe. Flat-screen TVs and shelves are prone to tipping if little ones try to pull themselves up. Attach anti-tip brackets or straps to safely secure these items. And don’t forget outlet covers, drawer locks, stairway gates, and edge and corner guards for furniture.
Guard pools and drains. Always keep your cell phone with you when your grandchild is in the pool in case you need to call 911. If you’ve got a pool or hot tub, prevent access with a childproof gate. You may not be aware of the danger of drains: Suction forces can be powerful enough to trap small children underwater.
10 Watch all water. Since toddlers’ heads are heavy in proportion to their bodies, they can easily be pulled down. That’s why even an inch of standing water is dangerous. Put a childproof lock on the toilet and drain bathwater immediately. 11
Stove safety. When kids are around, use back burners and always keep handles of pans turned in.
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Beware of choking hazards. Five of the most overlooked choking hazards for young children are mini-batteries, jewelry, refrigerator magnets, pen caps and loose change, which are five items you may not typically think about. These tips are obviously good for every family household but may be particularly helpful when someone is not used to having children at their house for extended periods of time.
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MONDAY
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Chick-fil-A, Phenix City
MOE’s Southwest Grill
5-7:30p: Free kid’s meal with regular priced combo
Chill Yogurt Cafe & Pizzeria
5-9pm: Free kid’s meal per $5 minimum adult entrée
Kids 12 & under eat free (1 topping 8” pizza & drink) with purchase of adult entrée (11” pizza and a drink). Limit 1 per adult. Dine in only.
sunday
Zaxby’s
Kids eat for $.99 after 4pm
5-8pm: Free kid’s meal with adult entrée
Tuesday Chill Yogurt Cafe & Pizzeria
Buy one regular 11” pizza, get one of equal or less value at 50% off with valid school ID. Limit 1 per customer, with ID only.
Stevi B’s Pizza
Texas Roadhouse
Sundays: Kids 12 & under get Jr. Kids Meal for $1.99 with adult entrée (certain holidays are excluded)
Monday-Friday Steak & Shake Happy Hour, 1/2 price shakes or drinks from 2-5pm
Denny’s
4-10pm: Up to two free kids’ entrées with adult entrée. For kids 10 and under
every day
Ruby Tuesday
Golden Corral
5-10pm: 2 kids under 13 eat free with adult entrée
TGI Friday’s
3-10pm: Kids under 13 eat free with adult entrée
Kids 3 & under eat free with adult meal purchase
Hartz Chicken Buffet
Children 3 & under eat free with purchase of an adult entrée. Kids ages 5-7 get discounted prices
wednesDAY Applebee’s Kids’ meals are half off with the purchase of an adult entrée. Limit: 4 kids per adult
All locations are Columbus, GA unless noted. Specials are subject to change without notice. Please verify them directly before dining. If you know of a kid’s special not listed here, contact Tammy@HooKnowsTheValley.com.
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MARCH E PROVIDED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:
2 Read Across America: “Oh 9 I Saw the Sign: ASL Story- 14 Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss! the Places We’ll Go.” 4pm. North Columbus Library; cvlga.org
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Grease (PG). 7:30pm. $15-$50. Springer Opera House; springeroperahouse. org
3 Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration. 4:30pm. Mildred Terry Library; cvlga.org
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Home Depot Kids Workshop. 9am-Noon. Free. Ages 5-12. Columbus; 706-3229240. Phenix City; 334-2972045
4 Fore Kids Junior Golf Tournament. 10am. $10-$20. Ages 8-15. Godwin Creek; forekidscolumbus.com
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Puppy Tales. 10:30am. North Columbus Library; cvlga.org
4 Kids’ Yoga. 11:30am. Columbus Library; cvlga.org
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Minecraft Monday. 4pm. Free. North Columbus Library; cvlga.org
8 La Leche League meeting. 10am. Columbus Library, 3000 Macon Rd; lllofga.org/columbus.html
time. 4pm. North Columbus Library; cvlga.org
3pm. South Columbus Library; cvlga.org
9-11 Grease (PG). 7:30pm. $15-$50. Springer Opera House; springeroperahouse. org
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Tween Art Class. 4pm. ages 8-11. North Columbus Library; cvlga.org
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McClure Theatre; springeroperahouse.org
Harlem Globetrotters. 7pm. $33-$71, Columbus Civic Center; columbusciviccenter.org
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10-11 The Giver. 7pm. $8-$15. Columbus Cottonmouths game. 7:30pm. $9$30. Columbus Civic Center; columbusciviccenter.com
11 Color Me Rad 5K. 8am. $15-
$55. Woodruff Riverfront Park; colormerad.com
11 Second Saturday. 10amNoon. Columbus Museum; columbusmuseum.com 12 Kids Camp & Summer Fun Fair. 11am Museum opens, Noon Expo opens. Free. National Infantry Museum; facebook.com/kcsff. See back cover for event ad.
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The Giver. 2pm. $8-$15. McClure Theatre; springeroperahouse.org
12 Grease (PG). 2:30pm. $15$50. Springer Opera House; springeroperahouse.org
$15-$50. Springer Opera House; springeroperahouse.org
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MOPS meeting. 9:3011:30am. Wynnbrook Baptist Church, 500 River Knoll Way; 706-323-4374 or wynnbrookbaptist.com
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Columbus Lions game. 7pm. $10-$52. Columbus Civic Center; columbusciviccenter.org
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The Giver. 7pm. $8$15. McClure Theatre; springeroperahouse.org
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S’MORES Concert for Kids. 12:30-3:30pm $3-$5. RiverCenter; 706-256-3640 or csoga.org/smores
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Columbus Cottonmouths game. 7:30pm. $9-$30. Columbus Civic Center; columbusciviccenter.com
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The Giver. 7pm. $8-$15. McClure Theatre; springeroperahouse.org
19 Grease (PG). 2:30pm. $15$50. Springer Opera House; springeroperahouse.org
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Columbus Cottonmouths game. 7:30pm. $9-$30. Columbus Civic Center; columbusciviccenter.com
21 Face 2 Face Teen Support
Group. 6pm. Free. Ages 1318. Columbus Counseling Assoc; ccacolumbus.com/
23 I Saw the Sign: ASL Storytime. 4pm. North Columbus Library; cvlga.org
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Young Eagles Day at Flightways Columbus. 8:3011:30am. Free. Ages 8-17. Columbus Airport; 706-3236565 or youngeagles.com/ flightplan/flight.asp
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brary. 6:30pm. Mildred Terry Library; cvlga.org/attend-it
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MCSD Transition Fair. 5pm. CSU Student Recreation Center; facebook.com/ events/111320469383856
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Kids Night Out. $10. 6pm practice. 7pm competition. Ages 5-18. Bows not provided. Archery Connection; 334480-9997 or archeryconnection.net
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MOPS meeting. 9am-Noon. First Presbyterian, 1100 First Ave, Columbus; columbusfpc. org/mops
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Creative Crawlers. 10:30am. A drop-in social hour that encourages children to learn through play and art. Columbus Public Library; cvlga.org MOPS & MOPS NEXT. 6-8pm. Philadelphia Baptist, 7807 Lee Rd 246, Smith Station; 303374-4912 or pbcministry.com
THURSDAY
Toddler Tales at Barnes & Noble. 10am. 5555 Whittlesey Blvd. 706-653-7880 Family Craft Night. 6:45pm. Columbus Library; cvlga.org
FRIDAY
MOPS meeting. 9:1511:30am. Wynnbrook Baptist Church, 500 River Knoll Way; 706-323-4374 (1st & 3rd Friday) Toddler Time. 10am-Noon. Launch Trampoline Park; launchcolumbus.com
Michael’s Kids Club Meeting. 10am-Noon. Ages 3+. See store for details. Saturday Storytimes at Barnes & Noble. 11am. 5555 Whittlesey Blvd. 706-653-7880
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Toddler Time. 10am-Noon. Launch Trampoline Park; launchcolumbus.com Please call ahead to confirm event dates, times and age appropriateness, in case changes were made after the info was obtained. For more info, visit www.Muscogeemoms.com
LIBRARY ACTIVITIES
Chattahoochee Valley www.CVLGA.org 706-243-2669
Phenix City-Russell County 1501 17th Avenue, Phenix City www.phenixcitylibrary.com 334-297-1139
Troup-Harris
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DIRECTIONS Make the rice ahead of time and let it cool in the fridge for a few hours/overnight. Dice carrots, bell pepper, onion, and mince garlic. In a large wok or pan over med-high heat, add 1 tsp. sesame oil. When oil is hot, carefully add onion, carrots, and bell pepper. Stir it often, saute for about 5-7 minutes. Add peas and corn. Cook for 2 minutes. Then, add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Finally, add rice and 3 Tbsp. soy sauce. Stirring occasionally, cook for about 5 minutes. Top with more soy sauce if desired.
INGREDIENTS • 1 1/2 cups dry brown rice • 2 medium carrots • 1 red bell pepper • 1 red onion • 1 1/2 cups frozen peas • 1 cup frozen corn • 4 garlic cloves • 1 tsp. sesame oil • 3 Tbsp soy sauce by thegardengrazer.com
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cast iron cooking The myth that cast iron cookware is delicate and needs excessive pampering keeps many from exploring the world of cast iron cooking. In reality, cast iron cookware is very durable and versatile. Just following a few simple steps for maintaining it will keep it ready to cook up the next batch of cornbread or fried chicken. The key to cast iron cookware is the layer of seasoning that protects the bottom of the pan and keeps food from sticking to it. Even if the cookware is preseasoned when you buy it, you will still want to give it an initial seasoning. • Start with a clean pan. If the pan is an heirloom piece that is Each time you use the cookware after the initial seasoning, you rusty or dirty, you will need to clean it first with some gentle build upon the layer of seasoning in your pan and it will become increasingly non-stick. After each use, hand wash the cookware soap and fine steel wool. using hot water and a sponge. A paste of kosher salt and water can • Apply a thin layer of melted shortening or canola oil to the be used to remove stuck on food. Dry the cookware immediately by pan, inside and out. Put some aluminum foil on the bottom placing it on a burner over low heat. After it is dry, rub a thin layer of rack of the oven and heat the oven to 350 degrees F. canola oil or shortening on it and heat it for 5 or 10 minutes more to give it a quick re-season. • Place the cookware upside down on the top rack of the oven and bake it for at least one hour. Allow the cookware to cool Never put your cast iron cookware in the dishwasher and don’t let it in the oven. soak. Never use steel wool to clean your cookware as it will remove the seasoning. Store the cookware in a dry place.
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