About This Week: Make Your Halloween Fun and Free

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This Week Between decorations, candy, pumpkins, and costumes, sometimes the scariest thing about Halloween is the price tag. (Am I right?) Let our Guide to Freebies point you toward some awesome -- and totally free -- Halloween goodies. Dress the Part In my house, Halloween always meant waiting until the last minute to decide on a costume. Even if you're left to make something yourself, your own wardrobe can inspire a fantastic (and free) Halloween outfit. See More About:  halloween freebies  halloween party freebies  halloween costumes Free Halloween Music Any decent Halloween party needs some appropriately themed music. Check out these spooky tunes you can download and play for free. See More About:  halloween  halloween freebies  free music 35 Pumpkin-Carving Patterns Whether for yourself, a party, or for show on your porch, a well-made jack-o-lantern is an excellent addition to your Halloween decor. Check out these patterns for novices and pumpkin-carving pros alike. See More About:  halloween freebies  halloween  pumpkin carving patterns Watch Horror Movies Online Get in the Halloween spirit by watching some of these thrillers online, completely free of charge. See More About:  free movies online  halloween freebies  This Week Ads Halloween Fun Halloween Ideas Best Halloween 2011 Halloween Party DJ Halloween Kids Mask Featured Articles Halloween Party Games Free Food Samples Send Free Ecards Thanksgiving Freebies Get Free Shipping Every Time Free Online Time Wasters   More from About.com Food and Mood Indulging a sweet tooth can cause weight gain, guilt and even worsen depression. Here are a few expert tips to help you resist. More> Carb Cravings Ever wondered why you crave carbs (or chocolate and sugar) when you're depressed? Some scientists say it may be chemical. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About This Week newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Advertisement

About Family: Prepare Your Kids for Dealing With Bullies

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Family From Jennifer Wolf, your About Family Editor October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Would your kids know what to do if they were being bullied? Prevent Bullying at School Learn what you can do to prevent and put an end to bullying at your child's school. See More About:  bullying  bullying in school  harassment Quiz: Is My Child Being Bullied Dr. Iannelli's screening quiz can help you determine whether your child is dealing with a true bully. See More About:  bullies  bullying  parenting quizzes Bullying Tactics Girls Use Female bullies behave differently than male bullies. Find out what tactics are used most often by girls and what you can do about it. See More About:  behavior management  social skills  parenting and family Why Kids Tease and What You Can Do About It Knowing why kids behave this way toward one another can help you prepare your youngster for coping with a bully. See More About:  preschool behavior  bullying  preschool bully Family Ads Bullying Bullying in School Bully Prevention Divorce with Kids School Bully Featured Articles Cyberbullying: A New Way to Bully Prevent Hazing at Your Child's School E-Course: What You Need to Know About Bullying How to Tell Your Boss You're Pregnant Take Your Own School Pictures Follow About.com Parenting on Twitter   More from About.com Food and Mood Indulging a sweet tooth can cause weight gain, guilt and even worsen depression. Here are a few expert tips to help you resist. More> Carb Cravings Ever wondered why you crave carbs (or chocolate and sugar) when you're depressed? Some scientists say it may be chemical. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Family newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Recent Parenting Channel Headlines Teen Read Week: Spotlight on Walter Dean Myers Too-Talkative Teachers, and More of Your Comments It's ADHD Awareness Week Advertisement

About Fitness: From Zero to Fit Workout Plan

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Fitness From Wendy Bumgardner, your About Fitness Editor From Zero to Fit Workout Plan Fitness isn't rocket surgery, but you can get there faster following the principles of conditioning. Here is how to get started on the best fitness routine. See More About:  beginners  exercise physiology  coaching tips Foods for Fat Loss Cutting out all fat isn't the best way to lose body fat. Cecile Bayeul tells you how to build the right diet to lose fat. See More About:  bodybuilding nutrition basics  beginning bodybuilding diets  women?s bodybuilding Upper Body Timesaver Workout Mix and match these exercises to give yourself a great upper body workout during your busy day. See More About:  upper body workouts  timesaver workouts  upper body exercises Spinning Heart Rate Training If you're ready to take your workouts indoors for the winter, spinning is a great heart rate workout. Here is how to use indoor cycling to boost your aerobic fitness. See More About:  spinning  bike workouts  fitness Fitness Ads Workout Routines Fitness Training Fitness Program Workout Plan Fitness Gym Featured Articles Why Steroids Are a Bad Idea How to Be a Better Sports Parent How to Backstroke How Far Is That? Barefoot Shoes Not a Cure-All   More from About.com Food and Mood Indulging a sweet tooth can cause weight gain, guilt and even worsen depression. Here are a few expert tips to help you resist. More> Carb Cravings Ever wondered why you crave carbs (or chocolate and sugar) when you're depressed? Some scientists say it may be chemical. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Fitness newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   More Fitness Stopping Side Stitches Deep Breathing Exercises What is Power Yoga? Advertisement

About Food & Drink: Pair Food & Drinks Like a Pro

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Food & Drink Wow friends and family at your next get-together with palate-pleasing pairings of cheese, burgers, and other foods with the right beers, wines, and cocktails. Tips for Pairing Cheese with Beer As with all pairings, the best (and most fun) way to know what works is to simply crack open a beer, buy some cheese, and start experimenting, but here's a few tips to get you tasting in the right direction. Pairing Beer with Chocolate Pairing Alcoholic Drinks with Chocolate Truffles See More About:  beer  ale  cheese and beer Tips for Pairing Cheese with Wine Whether it's a rustic varietal from France or fruity vintage from California, syrah wine is a strong compliment to cheeses with enough flavor and complexity to match this intriguing grape. Pairing Cheese with Pinot Noir Pairing Cheese with Sparkling Wine See More About:  syrah and cheese  syrah  Tips for Pairing Food with Cocktails Our Guide to Cocktails isn't concerned with the science of cocktail-and-food pairings: she wants to dispel the fear of drinking cocktails with meals of any kind. Host a Memorable Cocktail Party Create a Delicious Drink Menu See More About:  food pairing  party foods  party planning Tips for Pairing Food with Beer (Video) Author and Brooklyn Brewery Brewmaster Garrett Oliver discusses beers that go well with pizza, burgers, sushi, and more. How to Pick a Winter Beer Beer-Battered Onion Rings Recipe Food & Drink Ads Food Wine Pairing Wine Tasting Mexican Food Recipe Cocktail Recipe Featured Articles Afternoon Tea Recipes Whole Foods Cooking 101 Maryland Crab Cakes Recipe How to Make Chile Rellenos Chocolate Crepes Recipe How to Make Better Bread   More from About.com Food and Mood Indulging a sweet tooth can cause weight gain, guilt and even worsen depression. Here are a few expert tips to help you resist. More> Carb Cravings Ever wondered why you crave carbs (or chocolate and sugar) when you're depressed? Some scientists say it may be chemical. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Food & Drink newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Advertisement