family activities

  1. Family Activities

    Family movie night: Recreate the larger-than-life movie experience right at home!

    By Vanessa Sands on Apr 13, 2011
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    The expense of theater movies, concessions and gas to get there has reached beyond most family budgets. So why not enjoy a weekly...
  2. Live Green

    Teach your kids the value of nature

    By Michele Borboa, MS on Apr 13, 2011
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    Kids who are constantly engaged in gaming, texting and television often have little connection or appreciation for nature because...
  3. Family Activities

    Children's Museums: A hands-on learning adventure

    By Amanda Formaro on Apr 6, 2011
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    Children's museums can be great places for kids to explore. Why not consider taking your kids to one nearby? Here's a sampling at...
  4. Monday Mom Challenge

    Monday Mom challenge: Plan your family garden

    By Jen Klein on Apr 4, 2011
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    How many times, as you have started the annual spring yard work and cleaning, have you thought, “This year, I am going to plant a...
  5. Birthdays & Celebrations

    Best April Fools' Day pranks for kids

    By Michele Borboa, MS on Mar 31, 2011
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    Though laughter can be shared with family members every day, April Fools' Day is a great way to celebrate the benefits of mirth....
  6. Birthdays & Celebrations

    Jokes for April Fools' Day

    By Michele Borboa, MS on Mar 31, 2011
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    Whoopee cushions, gum that turns your mouth inky and handshake buzzers are certainly great April Fools' Day props, but you can be...
  7. Family Activities

    4 Ways for your family to beat the winter blues

    By Sarah W. Caron on Mar 4, 2011
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    Have the winter blues? Beat the chilly day doldrums with these fun ideas for your family.
  8. Family Activities

    Best winter day trips for President's Day

    By Sarah W. Caron on Feb 18, 2011
    President’s Day is coming up and your kids are probably off from school. Do you have plans for the day? These day-trips are a...
  9. Adventure Travel

    Go wild! Volunteer vacations to help wildlife

    By Sandy Smith on Jan 28, 2011
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    Stumped for something fun and original to do on your next family vacation? If your clan is a pack of animal-lovers with a taste for...
  10. Family Travel

    Family adventure vacations you never knew existed

    By Sandy Smith on Jan 28, 2011
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    If your definition of "family adventure vacation" is limited to crisis mode when you forget the portable DVD player, maybe it's time...
  11. Family Travel

    8 Budget-friendly family vacations

    By Lisa Armstrong on Jan 20, 2011
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    The kids are complaining about being back in school, you and your spouse are in dire need of a getaway -- sounds like you need a...
  12. Pet Travel

    Alternatives to kenneling your pets

    By Michele Borboa, MS on Dec 25, 2010
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    Whether you’re traveling for the holidays, family vacation or a business trip, figuring out the best option for your pets can be...
  13. Family Activities

    How to host a tree-trimming party

    By Naomi de la Torre on Dec 17, 2010
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    What better way is there to kick off the holiday season than an old-fashioned tree-trimming party? Heat up the cocoa, put on some of...
  14. New Year - Your Family

    10 Ways to save for a family vacation

    By Kim Grundy on Dec 15, 2010
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    Saving for that Disney vacation or family beach trip just got a lot easier by following our 10 ways to save for a family vacation.
  15. New Year - Your Family

    8 Family activities to mark off the bucket list

    By Kim Grundy on Dec 15, 2010
    Is your family stuck in a rut? Check out our list of 8 family activities to mark off the bucket list. These fun family activities...
  16. Family Activities

    Starting your own family tradition

    By Whitney Coy on Nov 18, 2010
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    It’s tough to watch your kids grow up. As time passes and things change, you probably find yourself longing for the “good ole’ days”...
  17. Hobbies

    Catch a shower: The 2010 Leonid Meteor Shower, that is!

    By Meagan Morris on Nov 17, 2010
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    The 2010 Leonid meteor shower is on full view tonight, Nov. 17. Learn more about this exquisite show and how you can see it with...
  18. Family Activities

    Tips for finding family friendly movies

    By Jessica Teal Jones on Nov 12, 2010
    If you are thinking about a family trip to the movies, or maybe a movie night at home, you have to carefully select a film that is...
  19. Parenting Advice & Columns

    5 Ways to make family movie night fun

    By Kim Grundy on Nov 11, 2010
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    Family movie night is a great way to bond with your kids and end a busy week. Check out our ideas that will turn movie night into a...
  20. Family Activities

    5 Ways to include kids in holiday cooking

    By Julie Guest Alloway on Oct 27, 2010
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    Kids are always anxious to get their hands dirty and help Mom in the kitchen during the holidays. It's also a great chance to get...