Holidays

Star-Spangled Splatter

A Firework-Inspired 4th of July Craft for Kids July 4th celebrations are all about fireworks, sparklers, and red, white, and blue fun! But instead of...

Red, White and Water Safe: Five Tips for the Fourth

As you and your family gear up to celebrate Independence Day with backyard barbecues, pool parties, and trips to lakes, Aqua-Tots Swim School is...

Creative Ways to Celebrate July 4th Without Leaving Your House

Do you know that feeling when it’s so hot outside that you don’t even feel like going anywhere? Yeah, me too. While I’ve braved...

Budget-Friendly Ways to Celebrate Mom as a Family

Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate the incredible women who hold families together with love, patience, and strength. But honoring Mom doesn’t have...

Teacher Appreciation Week: How to Involve Your Kids in Appreciating Their Teachers

Teacher Appreciation Week starts next week - Monday, May 5th and goes through Friday, May 9th. As a former teacher, I know firsthand how...

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...

Swirly Art Heart

Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to get creative with kids, and what better way to combine art and sensory play than with marbled...

How to Celebrate Hanukkah

By Rachael Mitchell, Sr. Director of Marketing, Communications + PR, Tucson Jewish Community Center About Hanukkah: Hanukkah is the Festival of Lights – a celebration of...

4 Tips for Volunteering as a Family During the Holidays

By Elizabeth Woods, Plexus Worldwide Director of Philanthropy When I was a child, my family would volunteer together, and it created a sense of community...

24 Things to Reflect on in 2024

One of my favorite things to do at the end of the year is to reflect back on all that happened: the good, the...

Navigating Youth Mental Health: Challenges and Support During the Holidays and End-of-Semester Pressures

Youth mental health faces significant challenges as the semester winds down and the holiday season begins. The end of the semester often brings intense...

Experience snow in Arizona

As snowfall sweeps across other parts of the country there is no reason for Valley families to feel wistful. We have snow, too—and none...

The joys of minimalism — at Christmas and beyond

When she saw the $20 bill I had folded and put in front of her, her eyes grew three sizes. She needed a minute...

Christmas in a cup: Eggnog recipes

If you’re in the market for a low-maintenance Christmas morning tradition, we have a couple good ones for you! And each makes use of...

Ballet Arizona’s Beloved ‘The Nutcracker’ Returns Dec. 6-24

 Ring in the holiday season with the timeless family tradition of attending a live performance of The Nutcracker, performed by Ballet Arizona and choreographed...

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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