10 Fun Crafts to Make from Recycled Materials in Honor of Earth Day!
Earth Day is April 22nd and we’ve rounded up some of our favorite crafts to make using recycled materials!
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Meet Elisha Bixler of @howsyourdayhoney, Tampa Bay’s Bee Queen
St. Petersburg mom Elisha Bixler has a sweet job. Her company, How’s Your Day Honey, bloomed from her passion for bees, beekeeping and honey.
Family Fun Tour in Tampa Bay Adds Two Incredible Acts to Its Lineup
Tampa Bay’s Family Fun Tour is back, and this year’s event promises to be even more exciting than ever before. With two new acts added to its already impressive lineup, the Family Fun Tour is a must-see event for families in the Tampa Bay area. The Family Fun Tour is an extravaganza that features a…
Horseback Trail Ride
Horseback Trail Ride Like riding a magic carpet, but with a life of its own, that is what horseback riding felt like to me! Essentially one is on the back of a horse and follows a trail. I saw the other horses in front of me and the ones in the back as I was…
Mary Lee’s House: Child Advocacy and Protection Center Takes on a Role in an Alliance to Protect Families and Children in our Community
Mary Lee’s House: Child Advocacy and Protection Center Takes on a Role in an Alliance to Protect Families and Children in our Community
Kids to Know | Miles Fetherston-Resch, Kids Saving Oceans
Miles Fetherston-Resch is known locally for ocean conservation through his Kids Saving Oceans nonprofit organization.
Ask the Doctor: What to Know About Brain Tumors
Brain tumors are the most common solid tumor affecting children and are treated by a team approach, like at Johns Hopkins All Children’s …
Miles and Mom: A story of love, determination and hope in the face of a grim diagnosis
My journey with Miles started when he was 18 months old. He was diagnosed with SMA, which is a rare neuromuscular condition.
Ways Kids Can Help Save The Earth with Your Public Library
Save the Earth: You can use library resources to find information about protecting the environment & to help with your sustainability goals.
Enjoy the Ride with These Helpful Bike Safety Tips
Receiving a bike and learning to ride it is exciting but can cause parents some anxiety – so here are some bike safety tips to remember.
Birdie’s Surprise | Life with Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
The Center for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital is dedicated solely to the treatment of CDH.
The Wonder of the Tween Years
The space between childhood and adolescence (the tween years) is exhilarating, exhausting and best navigated as a team.
Hillsborough County Public Schools announces two new high schools
In Hillsborough County Public Schools, our motto is Preparing Students for Life. For many students, that does not always mean college.
Moms to Know | Sevi Lagos, Vasilea Kaplanis and Maria McAdams
As April captures the most important holiday on the Greek Orthodox church calendar, it is the perfect time to meet these three moms to know
How to Celebrate Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary With Your Kids
Learn all the best ways to celebrate Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary with your kids. Read our tips from character experiences to dining.
Design a Perfect Summer with Half-Day Camps
The good news is that it’s possible for families to design their own summer schedule with something for everyone, try half-day summer camps.
Moms to Know: Athens Pellegrino, author of ‘The Military Child Chronicles’
The Tampa mom talks about her children’s books written to help civilian families understand military family life, ‘The Military Child Chronicles’.
Six Reasons to Be Excited About the Artemis Program
Astronauts are heading back to the moon and soon Mars, thanks to NASA’s Artemis Program. Here’s what you and your kids need to know.
The Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival is BACK in 2022
After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival presented by Visit St Pete Clearwater returns April 8-24.
Frozen’s Jeremy Morse Talks Parenthood While Touring and Gives Us a Glimpse of Frozen the Musical
When Frozen the Musical’s Jeremy Morse isn’t playing the Duke of Weselton on stage, he’s navigating parenthood as a new dad.
Let’s Fly To The Moon: Helping Your Toddler with Problem-Solving
Letting your child discover how to complete a task on his/her own is doing much more than you think and helps with social-emotional learning.
NFL Player Week with Fit and Fun at the Y
The week marked the first time former players have collaborated with the Tampa YMCA for “NFL Player Week with Fit and Fun at the Y”.
COVID: A Corridor to Beginning
Entering March 2022, what have we learned from COVID? What opened because of closures? What previously shuttered parts of life are lit?
Get Creative! With Your Public Library
The public library is here to support creative development at all ages with events, classes, resources, collaborative spaces, books, etc.
For The First Time in Forever! Frozen the Musical Comes to Tampa!
Disney’s Tony-nominated Broadway show, Frozen, comes to The Straz Center March 23-April 3 with stunning scenery and powerhouse performances!
Easy Steps to Starting an Herb Garden
There are so many great reasons to start an herb garden. For me, it’s having fresh herbs on hand for everything from meals to medicinal.
Adventures with ASD: Swinging in the trees at TreeUmph
TreeUmph is a family-friendly obstacle course adventure that consists of many rope bridges, plank walking, rope swinging, wall climbing, and most important of all, ziplining! And all this is done while at 60 feet up in the air! TreeUmph, located in Bradenton, has seven intensity levels for everyone’s preference. I have never tried something like…
Kids to Know | Jordan and Joshua Liburd | JL Fun Colorz
Joshua and Jordan launched JL Fun Colorz, a custom crayon business that offers allergy friendly products that all children can safely enjoy.
Join the Club! The Importance of Finding your Niche in Middle School!
Middle school students are trying to find that place to fit in, so meeting different people and trying new things is important.
Moms to Know | Sara Roman
Sara Roman | University Area Community Development Corporation and iCommunity Multiservices | International Women’s Day is March 8
For the love of BLUEBERRIES! Blueberry bread you’ll love!
The blueberry is the perfect berry to incorporate into your summer menu and lucky you—this favorite fruit is in season in Tampa Bay! Related: Where to pick peaches, blueberries, sunflowers and more in Tampa Bay We went straight to the berry experts, our friends Carley and Brooks Boyette of Boyette Family Farms (Carley is also the former co-host…
New WILD Adventures at ZooTampa
ZooTampa ’s Florida Wilds is now open! This new, immersive area features more spacious habitats for native species so they can thrive.
Healthy lunchboxes for YOU, mama! Jenny P of @lunchboxmafia dishes on ideas!
Give your lunch break a makeover with these delicious and colorful healthy lunchbox ideas from the pro, Jenny P. of LUNCHBOXMAFIA!
The Best Family-Friendly Events this Month in Tampa Bay
There are so many fun things to do in Tampa Bay this month from live shows, festivals, and so much more!
The Best Faith Based Summer Camps in Tampa Bay
We’re sharing a list of our favorite faith based summer camps in Tampa Bay from our 2022 Summer Camp Guide.
Farms | Outdoors | Things to Do | U Pick
Where to Pick Strawberries, Blueberries, Citrus, and MORE!
*Check out our favorite springtime u-pick events in Tampa Bay offering peaches, blueberries, sunflowers and more! March and April are prime time for u-pick around Tampa! From sweet strawberries to fresh veggies, there are plenty of places where you can take advantage of Florida’s early growing season. U-pick can be a fun outing with family…
The Coolest Sleep Away Summer Camp Programs for Tampa Bay Kids
We’re sharing our favorite sleep away summer camps for Tampa Bay kids from our 2022 Summer Camp Guide.
A look inside TGH Children’s Hospital and the care it provides for Tampa Bay families
TGH Children’s Hospital offers medical, surgical and rehabilitative services for infants, children and adolescents.
Q&A With Dr. Adam Holden, New President of Admiral Farragut Academy
Admiral Farragut Academy is an international university preparatory academy focused on elite U.S.-based academics and global leadership …
Tips to Teach Your Child How to Swallow a Pill
Just like a riding a bike, learning how to swallow a pill is a skill your child will eventually have to practice and learn as they get older.
Ask the Experts: How to prepare your child for surgery
Thanks to the Child Life specialists at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital, surgery prep as a family can be manageable and even educational.
How to Reduce Hidden Sugars in Your Family’s Diet
Reducing sugar is an important way to minimize your child’s risk for health issues. Here are tips to help parents identify hidden sugars.
Ask the Doctor: Potty Training Readiness
You may wonder about the best age to start potty training, how to get the process under way and how often your little ones should be going.
Springtime snack and lunchbox ideas with Jenny P of @lunchboxmafia!
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and springtime with these yummy and healthy lunchbox and St. Patrick’s Day snack ideas.
Invest By 5: Why Early Learning Matters
The most important years of your child’s life are from the day they are born until they turn five. Early Learning sets the foundation.
What Parents Need to Know About Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser at Walt Disney World
We got a sneak peek of the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser and we’re going over how much it costs, is it worth it and what it’s like.
Kids Think They’re Too Old for Camp? Check Out These Options at Camp IDS
At CAMP IDS, kids can learn the latest TikTok dances, gain babysitting knowledge, train for fall sports, learn to audition, and more!
YMCA Camps Offer Summer Fun for Everyone!
YMCA camps offer fun and unique experiences that give an opportunity to explore the outdoors, meet new friends, discover new interests …
16 Tips for Taming Seasonal Allergies in Children
16 Tips for Taming Seasonal Allergies in Children by Lou Romig, MD, FAAP, FACEP, Medical Director, After Hours Pediatrics Urgent Care.
7 easy ways to refresh your kitchen and pantry
Whether you’re planning a kitchen renovation or simply trying to refresh your pantry for spring, check out our top seven kitchen tips.
Introducing The Pinch Pixie: How One Local Couple Helps Ease Kids’ Fears of Needles
Local parents, Heather and Kevin Dagostino, found a unique way to ease their daughter’s fear of getting shots with The Pinch Pixie.
Here’s what it’s like to ride Iron Gwazi at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Iron Gwazi officially opens on March 11, but we’re getting a sneak peek of this coaster that’s the world’s TALLEST and STEEPEST hybrid coaster.
Big League Fun exhibit now open at Glazer Children’s Museum!
It’s game time at Glazer Children’s Museum! Get an Inside Look at what to expect at this new temporary exhibit Big League Fun!
Beyond the Books: Music Reaches Where Words Can’t
Aside from books and resources, the Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library has a lot to offer to young performing artists and music lovers.
Advocating for your Special Needs Child – Hillsborough Schools Experts Weigh In
Here are few tips from Hillsborough County Public Schools to help you through this journey as you advocate for your special needs child.
Dino Don’s DinoVenture Invades The Bishop in Bradenton
Dino Don’s DinoVenture is a new exhibit on display at The Bishop and we’re getting a peek with the creator, dinosaur expert Don Lessem!
New Learning Opportunities Await at Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School
A new learning opportunity awaits elementary students of Tampa Bay in 2022 when the Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School opens its doors.
Parenting During the Pandemic
The Omicron variant is surging throughout the US and the world, leaving feeling helpless while parenting during the pandemic.
Moms to Know: Savenah Libertiny | Savvy Jack Wear
With a booming business that reaches across the U.S., Libertiny of Savvy Jack Wear is sure to make history in the fashion world.
One Year Later with a New Heart: Wilfre’s Back on the Soccer Field
On Jan. 6, 2021, after about four hours in the operating room, Wilfre had his new heart, and second chance at life.