REVIEW: Triskelee Farm Tour
A visit to Triskelee Farm in West Linn is a fun and memorable experience.
GIVEAWAY: Beanstalk Gift Certificate
Answer our Question of the Week to enter to win a gift certificate to Beanstalk.
GIVEAWAY: Elephants Delicatessen Gift Certificate
Answer our Question of the Week to enter to win a gift certificate to Elephants.
Readers Respond: Kids’ Go-to Snacks during Quarantine
So. Many. Snacks. Being with our families 24/7 can mean that we are the ones buying, preparing and cleaning up after every meal and snack.
GIVEAWAY: Pietro’s Pizza Gift Certificate
Answer our Question of the Week to enter to win a gift certificate to Pietro’s Pizza.
Readers Respond: Outside Time during COVID-19
Portland families are making the most of outside time!
Subscription Box Review: Baketivity
We tried the Baketivity subscription box kit and made gluten-free granola bars.
Readers Respond: Keeping the Kids Busy at Home
Thank you for sharing some of your favorite kid-directed activities this week!
Readers Respond: What is Bringing You Joy?
Thank you to all the readers who responded to our question last week and shared how they are doing during these uncertain times. Your responses were the highlight of our week! It was great to read about the joy you are finding in the daily routines of life, in time spent with your families, and …
Portland Toy Stores and Bookstores with Pickup and Delivery
Whether you are looking for toys and books to keep the kids busy, a new board game for the family, or goodies for an Easter basket, check out these local stores offering curbside pickup or delivery.
Online Concerts, Storytimes and Events for Kids
Some talented and amazing musicians, artists, scientists and authors are planning regular online events to entertain and educate our kids during this hard time.
20+ Free Things to Do with Kids in March
Whether you are looking for indoor activities or outdoor explorations, you’ll find some fun ideas here—all for free!
Kid-friendly Weekend Picks
Here are some of our top picks for weekend fun in the Portland-metro area.
Playgrounds with a View
Portland is a city with many magical vistas – but squirrely kids often don’t want to sit and admire the view. Here are some of our favorite playgrounds that also offer lovely views.
Free Things to Do with Kids in February
Whether you are looking for indoor activities or outdoor explorations, here are 20+ fun things to do with kids in Portland this February — all for free!
Portland-area Destination Libraries
From interactive play areas to history, nature, hands-on creating and more, here are some great libraries to explore.
Kid-friendly Finances
Opening a first savings account at OnPoint Community Credit Union I remember opening a savings account when I was a kid—I particularly remember my blue passbook and feeling proud and grown-up. So I was excited when my 8-year-old daughter Maggie grew interested in a savings account. It was about time since Maggie had been hiding …
Free Cultural Passes from Portland-area Libraries
Local parents love the library for so many reasons. It’s dry in the winter and cool in the summer, and a comfortable spot for finding and reading books, playing with toys and hanging out. Of course, there’s also the free events like storytimes, Lego clubs, cultural events and summer reading programs. But wait—there’s another reason …
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20 Free Things to Do in September
Sure, we’re back at school, and the days are getting shorter. But there is still so much going on in September. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite things to do with kids around Portland—all for free this month. We’ve made every effort to confirm this information, but always double-check with the organization before heading …
