Kids Club Crafts at Michael’s
A few weeks ago my friend and I decided to take our nearly-5-year-old boys on a “date.” We tried out the Kids Club at Michael’s Arts & Crafts store. Our location of choice was the Durham shop at...
View ArticleFleet Feet Training Programs for Runners Beginner to Advanced
As I followed the coverage of this year’s Boston Marathon I was struck by the intense pride and awe I felt for the runners in the event and those cheering them on from the sidelines. Now that I have...
View ArticleStop and Smell the Flowers!
The weather looks to be glorious the over the next week which makes it a great opportunity to get out and enjoy the cooler temperatures while they last. If your days are anything like mine they are...
View ArticleEno River State Park
Can I call the Eno majestic? It certainly defines this area. And there is no better place to enjoy it than the Eno River State Park in Durham. Of course, my family HAS enjoyed it in other places…like...
View ArticleTriangle Kidz Zone: Drop In Care
With summer looming I have been buying Groupons like crazy. On a whim I bought one for drop-in childcare at a place in Durhm I hadn’t heard of: Triangle Kidz Zone. Of course, I immediately regretted...
View Article5 Great Ideas for Indoor Fun This Week
Yes awesome readers it is HOT outside and a visit to the park just isn’t any fun right now, for anyone. So here are 5 great ideas for some indoor fun this week: Glazed Expectations in Carrboro: Make...
View ArticleFour Ideas for the 4th of July Weekend
I love fireworks, but I am spoiled. I grew up in Washington, DC and was lucky to be able to watch them from the National Mall with the Washington Monument as the back drop after an afternoon with the...
View Article5 Weekend Fun Options
We are lucky that we live in such a vibrant and active community that offers so many family-friendly activities to enjoy. The challenge for me as a parent is deciding which ones are the best options in...
View ArticleFamily Fun Ideas for this Weekend
The weather professionals are saying that the weekend is shaping up to be a good one, and they are always correct, right? So let’s have faith in their prognostications and enjoy one of these outdoor...
View ArticleNon-Profit Spotlight: Durham Connects
All Durham County residents who give birth in Durham County are entitled to receive a complimentary in-home nurse visit for you and your baby from Durham Connects. Durham babies and families have a lot...
View ArticleDurham Arts Council’s CenterFest
We have shared information about some of the great programs the Durham Arts Council provides in the past, namely their Toddler Art Workshop and their Clay Studio. This year marks the 40th Anniversary...
View ArticleDuke Children’s Hospital Dance Dash 5k
Our community is very lucky to have access to tons of great hospitals and health care options. Duke Children’s Hospital & Health Center is a wonderful institution down the road in Durham. Duke...
View ArticleTouch a Truck – Durham
The 2016 Touch a Truck event will take place on Saturday March 12th, from 10am to 2pm. Children with sensory issues are welcome to come before the event starts, from 9am to 10am, for a quieter...
View ArticleDurham Bulls Fan Fest
The official start of spring is still a couple of weeks away, but, for our family, it always begins with the annual Durham Bulls Fan Fest. This family friendly event is the perfect way to get excited...
View ArticleLife + Science: Hideaway Woods – Durham
The Museum of Life + Science has consistently been a favorite spot of ours. The newest section, Hideaway Woods, opened last fall and only added to the enjoyment! Tucked into a 2 acre space surrounded...
View ArticleMuseum of Life + Science: Summer Fun
Hot summer days are the perfect time to visit the Museum of Life + Science and cool off in their outdoor exhibits. Yes, I said “cool off” and “outdoors.” It is possible. Head to the Museum first thing...
View ArticleNotasium – Durham
Have a little music lover or need a place for your kids to shake your sillies out? The 3,000 square foot interactive play space at Notasium in Durham is the perfect spot. Bigger kids will get a kick...
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