Kids Connect is a great local group that links up kids and families with local volunteer projects. It's part of our Triangle Free Family Fun Guide.

The group just launched a new Web site. There's a new search engine with postings from more than 80 groups where you can sort opportunities by county, age and type. And there are community boards wherey ou can share project ideas and talk with other families.

Go to www.kidsconnectnc.org for more information and to check out the new site.