Evergreen-scented bows and countless festive events adorn the holiday season with cheer and warmth. What better time to gather with family and friends than Christmas to show appreciation through gifting, feeding happy bellies with a feast, and saying goodbye to another year past with loved ones. Of course, the…
When I think of hands-on fun in the kitchen with my daughter, I know it’s going to involve some kind of chopping, measuring, stirring or getting our hands dirty. This holiday when it’s time to brainstorm appetizers for your family meal, why not do something just a little bit…
Support your local community and consider donating a toy to a child this season at one of the many wonderful organizations in Orlando and nearby. We’re also sharing some information if you are in need of donations.
As a host for Thanksgiving dinner, it can be a lot of work getting prepped for a house full of guests. Children love to run a-muck and make your life harder while you are busy cleaning, cooking, organizing clutter, and thinking of every last perfect detail for ambiance. So…
Living part time in Spain, I’ve always envied the Spaniards’ ability to plop a play structure or playground next to a bar or cafe. It’s a genius idea, and frankly one I’m not sure the Americans have discovered enough of yet. Until now, Orlando. Thankfully there are a few…
When it comes to volunteering and community service in Orlando, there is no shortage of opportunities for teens to get involved. Whether volunteering for one-off events in the community or participating in some of these organizations on a more regular basis, this list of 10 places for high schoolers…
Did you know that every year nearly 1 million tons of pumpkins end up in landfills? Instead of becoming food or compost, it creates methane gas, contributing to climate change. We all want to do better for the environment. Now, as the official guidelines from the City of Orlando…
It’s hurricane season again! When it comes time for the storm, we all need to take some serious precautions to prepare for what could be long-term power outages, lack of accessibility to stores, pharmacies, and gas stations, and unexpected events like downed trees or power lines. Although waiting out…
Home to Forrest Gump, shaded courtyards and antebellum roots, the historic city of Savannah, Georgia is full of great things for children and adults to enjoy on a weekend getaway. Much like New Orleans, Savannah has a mixed reputation for being family-friendly, but there is plenty to offer for…
If you haven’t been to the Florida Mall lately, then you may not realize, there’s a brand new store in town called Primark. The store is an ever popular brand with International visitors. With stores in 15 countries, Primark was founded in 1969 in Ireland and has been growing…
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