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Sports physicals: Free in Tempe on Saturday

NextCare Urgent Care offers free sports physicals to the first 50 students who come to the NextCare at 914 N. Scottsdale Road in Tempe beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday, July 2.

Fond memories of the 4th

As I lingered in front of the fireworks display in Walmart recently, I was like a kid in a candy store. Should I buy the assorted color fountains, the little car-shaped ones that smoke or little poppers? I lingered a moment at the $99 assorted pack, but really couldn't justify that kind of money for something that is just going to ultimately explode and burn up.

To do or not to do

To Do or Not To Do…that is every ADDer’s question. And now that it’s SUMMER, that one question has so many possible answers. DO...

Calories in < calories out = 100 pounds lighter

Jen didn't join a weight loss program or pay buckets of money for prepared meal delivery, she didn't hire a personal chef, she didn't starve herself.

A "snow day" at RAK

When I got to work Thursday morning I could tell it was going to be one of "those" days. Sadie Smeck, our editorial intern, couldn't...

Paddle boarding 101

"You guys are going to have a great time!" Toni Purry yelled into the van as we waited to depart from the Hyatt Regency...

Toe-tapping fun with "Live to Dance" finalist Kendall Glover

When I saw the press release, I immediately forwarded it to my 11-year-old niece, Mandy Davis. TV Dance Sensation Kendall Glover to Appear at FOX...

Photographing grieving fathers

A guest blog by Raising Arizona Kids staff photographer Dan Friedman For our June issue, I photographed four dads who had lost children for Mary...

Desert after dark

Solvay was a little apprehensive when I told her that we would be exploring the desert in the dark of night.  She felt better...

Stay safe around water, stay up-to-date on CPR

Drownings continue to claim the lives of both children and adults in Arizona. This year is no different. As of late May, 2011, there were...

Up, up and away

I am always surprised when I am out at odd hours in the morning as to how much traffic there still is. I felt...

FINDING PURPOSE IN GRIEF: Fathers reflect on grief

Jimmy Carrauthers Edwin Anthony Pellecier, Jr. Nov. 17, 1998 - Dec. 26, 2008 As Jimmy Carrauthers of Phoenix sits down to talk about his...

An extraordinary grasp of geography

This is a story about an extraordinary student. But it's also a story about an extraordinary teacher, and that teacher's extraordinarily supportive sister. I came across...

Bisbee bliss

I first encountered Bisbee's magic two years ago and I haven't stopped thinking about this charming little town since.  So when my husband was...

Developmental delays on the rise

Developmental disabilities among children are on the rise, according to a study by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Researchers found that disabilities...

Affirmation — and a challenge — from colleagues in the press

Last night, the Arizona Press Club honored journalists from statewide publications large and small with awards for exceptional work in reporting, writing, photography and...

PARTY ARTICLES

Money Lessons from Birthday Parties

Teaching Kids the Value of Gifts & Gratitude Between the cake, balloons, and wrapping paper tornado, birthday parties are often all about fun, but they also provide the perfect opportunity to teach kids early lessons...

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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