Incredible Destinations To Explore Together In Beautiful Pennsylvania
There’s no limit in possibilities for exploration and adventure right where we live…in Pennsylvania! Summer is the best season for discovering cool places to visit, so make a plan and enjoy a local adventure during these dog days of summer by exposing your family to activities right here in our home state. Escaping in Pennsylvania […]
How to Make Father’s Day Fun
It is time to celebrate the Man with the Plan! Father’s Day is the perfect day to spend with Dad by indulging in one of his favorite activities. Whether it is hiking, golfing, fishing, or biking, there are so many choices to make his day special and fun, but most importantly, engaged in an outing […]
Where To Chase Wonderful Waterfalls In PA This Summer
Take a break from the summer heat by chasing waterfalls in the silent forests of Pennsylvania. The sights and sounds of crashing, streaming, flowing water is refreshing and a great way to “chill” before you start purchasing school supplies! There are several waterfalls within a few hour’s drive just waiting to be discovered by your […]
How to Enjoy a Family Night: Go to the Drive-In
Looking for some early summer fun with the kids? Load up the gang and bring back some nostalgia with a family night at a Drive-In Movie. This iconic format of watching a movie in the great outdoors is making a comeback. You can take the entire family and you don’t have to go far to […]
Enjoy Nature’s Bounty and Delicious Treats from Local Farmers’ Markets
One of the best parts of spring is the re-opening of local farmer’s markets. Chances are, even if you are a home gardener yourself, you won’t have anything to harvest for a few weeks at least, but your local farmer’s market will have in-season fruits and veggies, leafy greens, fresh flowers and much more! From […]
How to Create a Fantastic Family Game Night: Great Games!
Looking for some ‘fun and games’ on Family Game Night? Amp up your strategy – and game face – as you peruse these suggestions of tried and true favorites and new, enjoyable games to add to your family’s collection. As a family, we are spending more time together than in the recent past, so it […]
The Best Philadelphia Historical Sites for Area Families
Help Kids Get Close to History While Staying Close to Home As the birthplace of our nation, Philadelphia is full of ways to discover American history as a family. From iconic city landmarks to wide-open battlefields, we have so much history to explore in our own backyard. And, one of the coolest things about having […]
Congrats! Your child is engaged!
Your kids are engaged, and we couldn’t be more thrilled. Not engaged to be MARRIED, of course, but engaged in creative opportunities and educational activities. Daniel Coyle, author of “The Talent Code” and a favorite blogger, says that “engagement is perhaps the most important, yet least-understood element of the talent-development process.” Here’s an excerpt from his […]
Family Fun and Events Guide
Looking for something fun to do as a family? We are always looking for unique events and family favorites to share with you. Bookmark this page and check back often for a monthly guide to the must-sees and must-dos for Philadelphia area families. ONGOING EVENTS now through August 31st Bucks County Beach Days: Sandcastles in […]
Where to Enjoy Entertaining and Affordable High School Musicals
Treat yourself and your family to exceptional local talent at your nearby high school. Spring is typically the musical theater season for high school drama clubs and we have created a guide to the best high school musicals happening near you starting this month through the spring. We will be adding to the list as […]
Guide to Fun Maple Sugaring Demonstrations
This time of the year, whether we have snow on the ground or experiencing more balmy temperatures, behind the scenes, maple trees are doing their magic. It’s maple sugaring season in our area and it is a fascinating process that you and your family can see firsthand at many of the area’s environmental centers. A […]
Crockpot Connections: Six Super Snacks for the Big Game
You don’t have to be a football fan to get caught up in the excitement of the big game! So, fire up your slow cookers folks! We have some partying to do and your crockpot is going to be a big help. Get The Kids Involved! Cooking in a slow cooker is a great family […]