Why You Should Care About Air Quality
The spring weather brings outdoor activities, the end of the school year, and all the fun-filled days summer brings. The spring and summer also bring episodes of poor air quality to the Greater Philadelphia region. The longer days of bright sunshine and higher temperatures help to bake pollutants from our cars, trucks, and even lawn […]
10 Exciting Bike Trails to Explore with Your Family
Hitting the trails for a family bike ride is an awesome way to get active and enjoy the outdoors. Biking allows you to cover miles of trails in a single outing, giving you a chance to truly explore the area where you’re riding. Thanks to the many trails we have in and around Philadelphia, you […]
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 […]
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 activity. […]
16 Fantastic Subscription Box Gifts for All Year Gifting
Who wouldn’t want to receive a gift every month of the year? And delivered right to your door! A subscription gift is the gift that literally keeps on giving. Kids and parents will have something to look forward to long after the holiday lights are put away. Get creative and think outside of the box […]
How To Help Local Food Banks Fight Food Insecurity
Many families who have reliably had enough food, do not have enough now. Food insecurity is breaking new records, leaving the highest numbers of families hungry since the Great Depression. People of all socio-economic backgrounds are now regulars in food distribution lines. Many are turning to food banks for the first time and never expected […]
11 Original Gift Ideas For The Holidays: Think Membership Gifts
Looking for an original gift idea while holiday shopping? We have the perfect “gifting” suggestion that is loaded with culture, adventure, and plain old fun! Give the gift of a membership to a local museum, zoo, or arboretum, and the gift will naturally keep on giving all year long. Select the favorite place your family […]
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 Through October 29th, Saturdays, Sundays 11am The Pennsylvania Renaissance FairMount Hope Estate, Manheim, PABring the […]
5 Satisfying and Easy Ideas for Kids’ School Lunches
It is suddenly back to school time which means we are most likely back to packing lunches, too. We are here to bring you 5 great ideas and tips to make packing a school lunch fun again or maybe help you branch out of a rut. We are not suggesting overly elaborate creations, food that […]
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 Find Free and Inexpensive Summer Fun
The heat is on! As the summer gets into full swing there are plenty of opportunities for fun and also free or low-cost events to do with the kids. And there are plenty of weeks remaining to enjoy finding free things to do! While gas prices and groceries seem to still be high, that does […]