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Yard sale shopping is the kind of frugality that will actually increase your popularity with your children.
One of the things that makes being a parent in Portland great is that there is so much to do with kids—not just things that you will sit and endure because your kids like it, but things that you and your kids actually enjoy together. And this weekend, we discovered one more: “Magic & Wonder: …
Portland’s green, DIY ethos has given rise to moms who have built successful businesses that center on sustainability — and leave time for their families.
Hearing that a baby is on the way sets off fireworks of excitement—and then the nesting begins. A spare bedroom is converted into a nursery, walls are painted, corners are padded, floors are scrubbed clean and the baby item “to-buy” list just keeps on growing. A changing table, a crib, a rocking chair, bookcase, night …
Have fun singing, dancing, and playing instruments with friends and neighbors in family-style, mixed-age classes. Be part of their musical community at 8 locations throughout the Portland metro area!
The people who sing your children’s favorite songs got together to fight for kids separated from their parents at the border.The compilation album Hold Tight, Shine Bright features local artists Aaron Nigel Smith and Red Yarn along with a whole host of kindie music luminaries, such as Mista Cookie Jar, The Alphabet Rockers, and Lucky …
Artists Raise Funds for Detained Children + Aaron Nigel Smith Video! Read More »
As soon as someone starts talking about lice, I start scratching my head—and worrying about the impending infestation. Lice is one of those topics that makes many parents anxious, so we got the facts from the experts at Lice Knowing You. Janet Kennedy, Director of Operations, got us grounded with these five key takeaways: 1. …
The 50,000 students in Portland Public Schools get the same math curriculum. More or less the same English, social studies and science, too. Elementary school students attend school the same number of days and hours, whether they attend Woodlawn in Northeast Portland or Maplewood in Southwest Portland. But when it comes to what happens after school at …
Tips for Transitioning Students Experiencing Specialized Needs to a New School
From our friends at Oregon Mermaids Since 2012, Oregon Mermaids have hosted a free, family celebration for their fellow Portlandians! JOIN US! Sunday, August 26th, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm Director Park, 815 SW Park Ave. FREE FAMILY ACTIVITIES Oregon Mermaids and friends will be performing Conservation through Education which includes hands-on conservation games Free …
An obstacle course in the sky at Tree-to-Tree Adventure Park.
We always love exploring Portland, of course, but there is so much to love in its nearby towns and neighborhoods (like parking spots, for one thing). Whether you are seeking adventure, nature, art, indoor play, or a family-friendly restaurant, here are some of our top things to do with kids in Tigard: 1. Visit Summerlake …
Here’s the thing with restaurants when you have young kids. In theory, they are a dream come true. Getting to eat delicious food prepared by someone other than you? And then not having to do dishes afterwards? What’s not to love! But then you get to the restaurant and you are waiting for seating and then …
Portland’s own Unipiper, sporting a bike safety vest, led a Friday bike train ride to school sponsored by Llewellyn’s Bike Club.
Top 5 Ways to Keep Kids Healthy & Active this Summer
“Very The Hungry Caterpillar Show” at OCT will leave you hungry for more.
