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Act One’s Culture Passes

Free Access to Local Arts, Museums, and Culture Attractions Apart from books, your local library is full of so many other great resources, including Culture...

Everything You Need to Know about Swim Lessons

The Best Age to Start Swim Lessons Every child is different and develops at a different pace, which means there is not one correct answer...

High-time for Water Safety Vigilance

Water safety is crucial for anyone spending time around pools, lakes, or other bodies of water. In Arizona, drowning is among the top cause...

GIVEAWAY – RAK Date Night: The Mexicano

The Mexicano offers a vibrant and entertaining dining experience blending modern Mexican cuisine with lively entertainment. Whether you're planning a romantic evening or a...

You’ve Got Mail: Spring Cleaning Life’s Inbox

Managing the inboxes of your life doesn’t have to be overwhelming. By adopting streamlined habits and involving your family, you can stay on top...

Local “Rad” Dad: Matt Hesselbacher

Matt Hesselbacher of Chandler, has been a single dad to his two children for over eight years after tragically losing his wife and college...

Books: Parents

A Better Share By Dr. Morgan Cutlip • Synopsis from publisher Dr. Morgan Cutlip offers practical advice that goes beyond getting one’s spouse to pick up...

Hop into Creativity this Easter

When it comes to Easter crafts, kids love creating something that’s not only fun but also encourages their creativity and fine motor skills. While...

What’s In My Toddler’s Easter Basket: Practical and Fun Ideas that AREN’T Candy!

It feels like Easter is extra late this year, which I haven’t minded all that much because it’s given me a little longer to...

Curbing the Odds of Separation Anxiety

Kindergarten days… when we were tiny humans in a world driven by adults. My parents made the choice to have my neighbor – a...

Helping Your Child Transition to Kindergarten

Starting kindergarten is an exciting event but can also be challenging for young children. New routines, longer days, and unfamiliar environments can be challenging...

Dealing with the Introduction of Germs at School

The start of school is an exciting time for children, filled with new friends, activities, and opportunities to learn. However, it also marks the...

Beyond ABCs

Language and Literacy for Kindergarten Readiness You blinked and here you are – preparing your child for kindergarten. The transition to kindergarten is a huge...

Rancho de los Caballeros

A Dude Ranch Experience for the Whole Family Calling all cowboys and cowgirls! Put on your boots, fasten your belt buckles, and get ready for...

Summer Camp Makes Me “Kid-Sick”

Leaving your child at overnight camp for the first time is an emotional whirlwind—excitement mixed with apprehension. You’ve heard of homesickness, but parents experience...

Choosing the Right Summer Camp

As you mull over how to keep your child entertained this summer, it can be an overwhelming process. With so many camp options out...

PARTY ARTICLES

Time to Paw-ty

Celebrating your favorite furry friend Call me crazy, but when my husband and I adopted our first dog together, we threw her a birthday party complete with cake, streamers, guests, appetizers, games, and more. Was...

Unique Ways to Host a Joint Birthday Party

My brother and I have birthdays that are just one day apart—his on March 3rd, mine on March 4th, and our oldest brother just a few weeks later on March 21st. Fast forward 31 years...

Out-of-the-box Birthday Party Ideas in Phoenix & Tucson

Wanting to do something a little extra special for your child’s next birthday party? Maybe it’s a milestone birthday—like turning double digits or entering the teen years. Or perhaps your child has requested to...

Birthday Traditions & Clever Theme Ideas

Childhood birthdays are unlike any others. I have fond memories of waking up on my birthday morning anticipating all the fun that was in store. With three kids who had birthdays all in the same...

Out-of-the Box Birthday Party Ideas

Wanting to do something a little extra special for your child’s next birthday party? Maybe it’s a milestone birthday—like turning double digits or entering the teen years. Or perhaps your child has requested to...

Party Etiquette

Whether you’re hosting a party or attending one, you may be wondering—do people really RSVP anymore? What about goodie bags, are those still a thing? Do I need to stay with my child at...

How to Throw a Birthday Party that Won’t Break the Bank

I remember the days when birthday parties consisted of colorful balloons, streamers, a simple cake, and the classics like musical chairs and tag with a few friends. Times have changed and suddenly it feels necessary...

How to do a drive-by birthday party

As we get deeper into quarantine, people have gotten creative with birthday celebrations. One result: the drive-by birthday party.

Home pool party? Hire a lifeguard!

Drowning happens silently and quickly. That’s why children are at risk even when — and sometimes especially when — adults are nearby. Even a "designated pool watcher" can avert his or her eyes for a...

Hiking birthday party

For a child who loves adventure and outdoors, turn a hike into a birthday party.
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Bike race birthday party

When there are lots of neighborhood friends who love to ride their bikes together, host a birthday party that feels like an official bike race.

Island birthday party

Pool parties are popular in Arizona. Make a stylish upgrade at your next birthday party by incorporating décor and details that will transport guests from the desert to a tropical island paradise.

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