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Choosing the Right Dance Studio for Your Child

By Carlos on August 29, 2019 Family

Your child wants to dance. Now it’s up to you to find a dance school that will help them achieve their desires. Whether they want to try it for a season or study dance long term, it’s important to make sure their first experience is as enjoyable as possible. Luckily, even if you’ve never danced before, there are ways to figure out which studios are great matches for you and your child. The Goals Before starting basic research on your local dance schools, find out if your child wants to try dance seriously or if they want to try it…

Beat the Back to School Mania

By Carlos on August 20, 2019 Family

As you are preparing for the hectic back to school mania that comes around this time of the summer, we have some simple yet helpful tips to help you manage and make the process a little easier. Keep some of these things in mind as the new school semester approaches. Clean Up Cleaning a child’s room thoroughly before school begins is imperative, and it will make your child more organized and ready to focus on the new school year. One of the best ways to complete this chore is by emptying any desk or dresser drawers to get rid of…

Quick Tricks to Make Chores Easier

By Carlos on August 3, 2019 Family, Home

No one enjoys doing chores. Kids may complain the most about it, but most adults despise doing them just as much. Without completing chores, however, no one would ever have any fresh clothes, the house would be a pigsty, and there’d be dust bunnies to the ceiling. Besides being mandatory, chores can actually be made easier to perform. This article will offer up a few tips and tricks to complete them faster and have some fun doing them. 1. Delegate The first way to help make chores easier and faster is to utilize the people that you have. You shouldn’t…

Tips for a Better Beach Day With Your Kids

By Carlos on July 10, 2019 Family, Outdoor

Taking kids to the beach is a popular activity during the warmer months. However, some families avoid it entirely because of the hassle that it can cause. In other cases, brave parents venture out to the sand, but they end up regretting the decision. Following some tips can help you to have a better beach day with the kids this season. Pack a Bag for the Season The preparation for the beach might be one of the reasons why you avoid it. While you’ll need to restock snacks and products when they run out, consider putting together a beach bag…

Best Car Games & Snacks for Road Trips

By Carlos on June 9, 2019 Family, Food & Drink

Road trips may sound like a good idea, but being in the closed confines of a moving vehicle for hours on end can be a pretty challenging thing, especially when smaller kids are involved. With short attention spans, boundless energy, smaller bladder capacity, and the keen ability to piss each other off when they’re bored just for sport, any parent must come prepared to keep them occupied and their mind diverted. There’s no better way to do that than with food and games. Snack Packs There are many junk food varieties available in supermarkets. But why bother paying such a…

Simple Ways to Celebrate National Neighbor Day

By Carlos on May 16, 2019 Family

Here are some simple ways in which you can celebrate National Neighbor Day. Bring a Baked Good to Say Hello One tried and trusted way to celebrate National Neighbors day is to bring baked goods over. Surprise them with muffins, cookies, a pie, or even leftovers from dinner. It’s a great way to show that you appreciate them. Offer to Help With Yard Work Many neighbors would appreciate some help with yard work, especially those who are elderly or have small kids. It’s not easy for them to find the time to get out there to mow their lawn, rake…

How to Plan a Sleepover Party

By Carlos on May 9, 2019 Family

If you want to give your child freedom while still spending time with them, a sleepover is a great solution. However, this should be done with some planning on your part. Fortunately, a little bit of thought and preparation will go a long way in making this type of activity both memorable and fun for everyone. The tips below are some of the best to help you get started. Send Out the Invitations The invitations for the party should be sent out at least a few weeks in advance to ensure the parents have enough time to plan. In these…

Best Winter Arts & Craft Projects

By Carlos on January 31, 2019 Family, Seasonal

When you think of winter, most of us think about being stuck inside and bored. It’s time to spice up the cold days with some fun winter arts and crafts. Here are a few activities that you can do you with your kids and age isn’t a factor. Grab some hot cocoa and let the winter “artivities” begin! 1) Bubble Wrap Art Paint is fun and bubble wrap is always a hit. How about combining the two? It’s sure to get your child’s attention when you bring these two items to the table. What you’ll need: • Paint • Bubble…

Fall Activities to Occupy Your Kids

By Carlos on August 22, 2018 Family

Selecting activities to keep your kids busy and happy during the fall season is important. Here are some ideas fun activities you can sign your kids up for or do together. Music Lessons Music lessons will not only keep your child busy but will help them learn a new instrument or practice their vocals. Music lessons in any form help boost self-confidence while sharpening their math skills. There are private lessons that are personalized and can be done from the privacy of your home. Art Lessons Drawing is one of the most critical activities for kids that is often taken…

Reasons Why Public Libraries Matter

By Carlos on August 9, 2018 Family

Public libraries are an important part of the social fabric of our society. They make you feel welcome and provide resources for all. There are multiple reasons why public libraries matter. Educational Resources & Programs Public libraries offer free educational resources. These resources include access to various books and advanced training programs. You can depend on these learning institutions to help find the answers to your questions. Libraries also offer seniors and young adults access to age-specific resources. Patrons are also able to use resources to find employment opportunities, view benefits, research educational opportunities and perform necessary training. Many libraries…

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