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Why you should fail more at life

It’s impossible to have it all. Here’s how to let go of expectations and rediscover what really matters in life.

10 ways to convince kids to ditch screens

These small changes can help wean kids off screens as they transition back to “real life” this summer.

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At Washington’s charter schools, all students are seen, known and valued. Learn more about your free public options for fall 2021.

Here are tons of free and low-cost ideas to keep the kids busy.

Local parents share five ways they’ve successfully kept their kids learning while having fun all summer long.

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Many families in our community have been affected by the pandemic. You can help Hopelink keep those families fed. Donate today.

Look for octopus trees, play by a river and search for a cave on five new kid-friendly hikes less than an hour away.
Waltz through gorgeous purple fields and snap Insta-worthy family pics at 10 lavender farms around Puget Sound.
Climb away! Kids will love this colorful new playground with challenging structures.

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One in four families can’t afford diapers. With your donation to WestSide Baby, more babies in King County will have their basic needs met.

‍🦸 Pop culture fans will have a chance to geek out in person! Emerald City Comic Con is returning in December.
🏊 More than 100 athletes with PNW ties are in the Summer Olympics.
🎨 Explore Seattle’s “highly visible yet very underground world of graffiti” on a new art tour.