Arena Racing Giveaways for Feb 27th and 28th!

Arena Racing is exciting, family-friendly entertainment that features half-scale stock cars racing around a half-million dollar high-banked race track inside the Richmond Coliseum. The cars circle the hockey rink sized track at speeds nearing 50 mph in less than 8 seconds! The racers run 2 and 3 abreast around the indoor track with all of the […]

Looking for a Summer Camp Fair?

Interested in attending a Summer Camp Fair? There are several local fairs coming up with details below and links for more details. Thursday, February 5th Summer Camp Fair.  5:30pm-8pm.  Deep Run High School.  Local camps will be on hand for parents and potential campers to learn about camp options.  Geared toward elementary & middle school […]

The Great Trade-In Event at Babies R Us thru Feb 21st

Get 25% off when you trade in your used baby gear or furniture for a new… car seat stroller travel system high chair play yard bassinet infant swing bouncer walker entertainer crib toddler/twin bed NO LIMIT! Trade in as many items as you want! Visit or call a local store for details!  

EAT WELL, PLAY WELL OPENING JANUARY 24 at CMoR – FREDERICKSBURG

Nutrition and Fitness Exhibit Helps Visitors Explore Healthy Choices Ever wonder what is in the food we eat? Can everyday activities burn calories? Visitors will find the answers to these questions by exploring nutrition and fitness in Eat Well, Play Well, a new engaging and educational science exhibit opening at the Children’s Museum of Richmond’s […]

The Maggie Walker Story Opens Jan 30th

Virginia Rep’s Children’s Theatre Starts the New Year Off with The Maggie Walker Story Virginia Repertory Theatre opens The Maggie Walker Story on Friday, January 30 at Virginia Rep’s Children’s Theatre at Willow Lawn, 1601 Willow Lawn Drive. The show will run through February 15, 2014 with public performances running for three weekends and school matinees running through […]

Make Your Own Play Dough, Paint & Oobleck

Here are some recipes for homemade play dough, paint & oobleck you can make to help entertain your kids during wintery -weather or while overcoming illness. Homemade Play Dough 2 cups flour 1 cup salt 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar 2 cups cold water Food coloring 1.  In a medium […]

Kid Friendly First Day Hikes on January 1 at Virginia State Parks

Have you checked out Virginia’s First Day Hikes? If not, you’re going to love what you see! A perfect holiday tradition for the whole family, a First Day Hike is a way to start the New Year off right and make a commitment to a healthier lifestyle –all while appreciating the beauty of nature. There are […]

Helping Kids Make New Year’s Resolutions

Do you like to make New Year’s resolutions? Maybe your kids would like it too! Many people enjoy making lists and committing to positive changes as the new year approaches. It’s a good time to help children learn about setting goals, creating plans, and making a commitment towards important accomplishments. The best way to teach […]

Celebrating the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in January

Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that. Martin Luther King, Jr. Every year, federal facilities, schools, and banks across the country observe the third Monday in January as a holiday in memory of the life and works of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.  This […]

Elf On The Shelf Ideas 2

Back by popular demand!   Do you need a little Elf on the Shelf inspiration?   Here are more photos that might give you some new and unique ideas that will have your Elf on the Shelf into lots of mischief. We love the idea of something easy to execute late in the evening, so we will try […]