Back to School Prep

It may seem crazy, but it’s almost time to get ready to go back to school! Summer schedules are a wonderful break, but starting now to get little bodies ready to go back to school will be well worth the effort. Here are 3 ways to get started: Start Adjusting Bedtime Now Don’t wait until […]

5 Free Ways to Beat the Summertime Blues

Don’t let the heat of the summer get you down, fun is just around the corner – and it’s free! So put your wallets away and your creative caps on because we’ve got five fun (and free!) ways to keep your family having fun this summer. Join the Library Many local libraries offer more than […]

Four 4th of July Themed Treats

Happy 4th of July! It’s time to celebrate our country and what better way to do that than with some delicious treats? Whether you’re headed to a backyard party, the park or the beach, these deliciously themed treats will be sure to please everyone at the party. Red White and Blue Salsa This delicious salsa […]

How Much Water Does Your Child Need to Drink?

It can be tough to get our kids to drink enough water to stay hydrated, let alone as much as the recommended amount! But do you know how much water that is? We’ve got the run down on how much your kids need to drink based on age and activity along with some fun and […]

D.I.Y with D.A.D

What better way to celebrate Dad on Father’s Day than with some D.I.Y and tools? This year, Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 17th and we have two fun crafts that even the littlest of hands can do with Dad to create, celebrate, and spend time together. #1 – Wood Work Wonder Head to your […]

Avoiding Summer Brain Drain

Summer is just around the corner! Are you ready to keep your little minds learning all summer long? If you need a few ideas, we’ve got some great ones to say no to summer brain drain and hello to brain gains! Find or Create Your Own Reading Contest Check out your local library, rec center, […]

Celebrate Mom

Happy Mother’s Day! Get ready to celebrate Mom this Sunday, May 12th with a few of our ideas. Because for all Mom does for you, she needs some pampering! But, the rule is, Mom gets to decide which activities the family is going to do together: Hit the Road Plan a day trip, or even […]

Celebrate Earth Day

Earth Day is celebrated on April 22nd and is the perfect day to think about how we can honor our plant! We have some great ideas about how you and your family can learn about the planet Earth, work to clean it up and keep it that way – all while having fun as a […]

3 Ways to Start Recycling at Home

In April, we’ll celebrate Earth Day, which is a perfect time to evaluate how we’re working every day to save our planet! A great way to work to reduce our carbon footprint is to start recycling at home. Recycling is a also a fun way for kids to get involved and learn how to care […]

4 Ways to Spring Clean as a Family

Spring is in the air – which means it’s time to clean out those closets, drawers and cabinets! Sometimes, our kids have a hard time letting go of their stuff, even the things they don’t use or play with any more. But we have a few ideas that can make the process easier for everyone. […]