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ith the arrival of spring, many outdoor
activities are starting up again, and kids
and families have the opportunity to get
out and get moving! Staying active is part of a healthy
family lifestyle year-round, but in our April issue of
Washington FAMILY , we are celebrating sports, fitness
and all manner of spring fun.

First, when planning your next family outing,
consider spring favorites that only come once a year,
including seasonal events, community blooms and
opening day at the ballpark (pg. 11).

Our Family Fun roundup, plus our Top 10 calendar
of events (pg. 6) and DIY (pg. 10) have all the Easter
egg joy your little treasure hunters could hope for—
including fun ways to repurpose your plastic eggs
for learning!
Never fear if sugar is not your friend. This month’s
craft also highlights ways to fill your eggs without
using candy, which is especially important for teens
like Hakeem, featured in our health story on youth
diabetes (pg. 26).

This month, stay healthy with family fitness. What
can your kids do while you’re at the gym? How about
during a home workout? Local experts share their tips
and tricks to ensure no busy parent has to give up their
exercise routine (pg. 12). Maybe your crew can break a
sweat with some spring cleaning! (pg. 19)
Or if your child would rather get their exercise in
with sports, there are plenty of spring sport options
to explore, including programs and organizations that
make sports an inclusive, safe space for all (pg. 22 ).

No matter what you and your family do this spring,
get out there and enjoy it! 1
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