Parenting tips, tools + news

August 14, 2023

Even though the mercury is rising, believe it or not, school is only a few short weeks away. As you get ready to send your kids to school, should a cell phone go with them?

If you are trying to beat the heat indoors, try setting up some of these cool obstacle courses for kids. Or grab your water bottle and head to the slightly cooler forests for some spooky-fun exercise on ghost-town hikes.

Planning a birthday party? You’ll want to check out these great party snacks and treats that are sure to please partygoers. Don’t forget, this coming weekend is your last chance to hit Bounce The City.

— Kari Hanson, associate editor

Should school days be phone free?

The reality of enforcing no-phone policies in schools.

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13 easy and awesome party snacks

Try these recipes that are easy to make and just healthy enough that you won’t feel guilty serving them.

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Jewish Makerspace on Aug. 27, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Bring on your creativity and do Jewish! Make use of Temple B’nai Torah’s tools, machines and craft supplies as we prepare for the High Holy Days.

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Is co-op preschool right for your family?

Your questions answered about co-op preschool’s cost, commitment and education model.

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Win a family membership to KidsQuest Children’s Museum

Learn by playing! Enter for a chance to win a free one-year membership to KidsQuest for a family of four. Giveaway ends Tuesday, Aug. 15.

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Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid’ at The 5th

One of the most successful Disney musicals of all time returns to The 5th Avenue Theatre.

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The ‘Dream’ of affordable, reliable child care

How one local company is changing the local child-care landscape.

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3 things to do with kids this week

It’s the last weekend to have a one-of-a-kind bouncing-good time at this inflatables paradise.
Explore a unique new playground built to honor a local boy’s life that accommodates kids of all abilities.
Head for the woods to try one of these ghost-town hikes for a spooky family adventure.