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This Weekend's Family Activities in Tampa Bay
August 20, 2009
Hard to believe but the new school year is right around the corner! It’s time to take advantage of the fabulous discounts and specials being offered as our summers come to an end. Check out what’s happening in Tampa this
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This Weekend's Family Activities in Tampa Bay
July 30, 2009
We’ve made it to August folks! Preparations for school begin soon so it’s time to take advantage of some family fun before our schedules get too hectic. Here’s what’s happening around town this weekend.
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Tips for Road Trips with your Preschooler
July 27, 2009
We at Savvy Source are sure that many of our readers are embarking on the same summertime tradition as we are: the family road trip. Yes, your friendly editor Caroline is heading out on to the open road with her young ones in tow and a whole lot of sense of humor packed in the trunk. Often, we are testing out our children’s patience as we take them out on the road for longer stretches than they are used to. How do we survive it? Here are some tips.
Special toy bag: Before venturing out on your road trip, stop and pick up a few small, inexpensive toys, books and games for each child. Try not to spend more than a few dollars on each (since they may be lost or ignored later in the trip) but try to find things they don’t already have. Then pack these into a special toy bag. Show your children your goody bag and explain that if they behave, they will get a new toy every hour, or state line, or whatever goal you set. Make the goals realistic for your child so that they remain engaged and excited to earn another toy.
Food: Be sure to keep your children fed on the same schedule they are at home. Hungry travelers are not very patient travelers. Make food ahead of time and pack a cooler to save money. Then, consider adding in a few new fun treats for them to keep things interesting.
Stops: Depending on the ages of your children and the length of the trip, plan for a few lengthy stops. Then sit back and let your children expel some of that pent up energy. While play places found at roadside McDonalds offer great playgrounds, don’t feel you must stop at one. Pack some balls (inflatable beach balls work well as space savers) and stop near a safe grassy area where they can run around. Play tag, stage races, play “red rover”; do anything to get them moving.
Games: Don’t forget to break out the old school car games you played as a child. Younger kids enjoy the “ABC” game – try to find every letter of the alphabet. Older kids like to keep track of state license plates. “I Spy” never gets old either (well, to our kids at least). Start a story and have each family member take turns adding to the storyline. Here are some more websites with great ideas too!
A Sense of Humor: No matter how prepared you are, expect grumpy, annoyed, tired and bored children. It is inevitable. So do what you can to keep your cool and your sense of humor. The more you relax and enjoy yourself, the more likely it is that they will do the same. Eventually.
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This Weekend's Family Activities in Tampa Bay
July 23, 2009
Tampa Bay rounds the last bend in the month of July with all sorts of fun activities this weekend. Come see what’s happening for families in the area.
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Kids can Eat for Free in Tampa Bay
July 21, 2009
Going out to dinner as a family these days can cost more than most parents want to pay. But thanks to Savvy Source, there is no need to eat in for every meal. After doing some research, we’ve pulled together a list of Tampa Bay area restaurants that offer kids eat free nights.
However, please be aware that many restaurants won’t list kids eat free nights on their websites and so many of these specials are found out through word of mouth. Therefore, they are subject to change at any time or between locations. We would suggest that you always call your closest restaurant location first to confirm.
Mondays
- Golden Corral: Between 5-9pm kids 10 and under eat free
- Moes: Kids eat free with an adult purchase
- CiCi’s Pizza: Kids eat for $1.99
Tuesdays
- Beef O Brady’s: 4-8pm, kids 12 and under
- Lonestar Steakhouse: All day, 2 kids eat free with the purchase of one adult entrée.
- Joe’s Crab Shack: After 4pm
- Denny’s: Between 4-10pm
Wednesdays
Multiple Nights
- IHOP: Monday – Thursday between 4 and 8pm, children 12 and under.
- Perkins: Monday – Friday, all day
- Ale House: Kids eat free all July 2009
Weekends
- Steak and Shake: Saturdays and Sundays
- Tuscan Oven: Sunday nights
Note: Chik-Fil-A does offer kids eat free specials but is usually varies by location so check with your local franchise.
Also one of the most comprehensive websites listing where kids can eat free in the Tampa Bay area would be found here. And check out the “Kids Meals Deals” website, you can also follow them on twitter.
Please share any kids eat free meal deals that you've heard about in the Tampa bay. Any updates or changes to the specials listed above are always welcome too so that we can provide you with the most accurate information. We look forward to hearing your comments - happy dining!
Read more...Visit The Pier in St. Petersburg
July 20, 2009
If you’re looking for a scenic spot to get out with the family or maybe show off the beauty of Florida to visiting relatives, a favorite recommendation is always The Pier in St. Pete. Here are some reasons why this spot is family friendly and always worth the trip.
This Weekend's Family Activities in Tampa Bay
July 09, 2009
We’re half way through July and it’s hard to believe that some of our children will be starting school in just over a month! We should all make the most of family time before busy schedules get in the way. Here are some fun activities for this upcoming weekend!
Read more...This Weekend's Fourth of July Family Activities in Tampa Bay
July 02, 2009
Happy Fourth of July Weekend! Many of us are looking forward to a few days filled with family, friends, fireworks and food. Come check out what’s happening in the Tampa Bay area this holiday weekend.
Read more...Bowling with Your Preschooler in Tampa Bay for Free
June 29, 2009
Are you looking for a cool, indoor, air-conditioned activity for your child this summer? An activity that involves balls, friends and loud cheering for one another? An activity that even teaches your young one how to take turns? An activity that may even be free to children on a daily basis this summer? I’ve got it. Bowling. Yes, bowling can be a wonderful activity even for a preschooler.
Read more...This Weekend's Family Activities in Tampa Bay
June 25, 2009
We’re in the heat of summer now. It certainly seems as if summer arrived earlier this year too. I am sure swimming pools and sprinklers have been crowded with Tampa Bay kids these past few days. Here are some options for family activities in the area this weekend. Please stay cool out there!
Read more...This Weekend's Father's Day Activities in Tampa Bay
June 18, 2009
This weekend we will be honoring all of the wonderful Tampa Bay fathers! There are all sorts of ways to celebrate the dads in our households. Check out some of our suggested ways to make it a very Happy Father’s day weekend!
Free admission for fathers at the following:
- The Lowry Park Zoo (all weekend)
- Florida Railroad Museum (fathers ride free all weekend)
- The Florida Aquarium (on Father’s day)
- Dinosaur World (on Father’s day)
- The Tampa Bay History Center (on Father’s day)
- Fantasy of Flight (on Father’s day)
Stu’s Father Daughter Dance: On Sunday, June 21st, the Children’s Cancer center of Tampa will host a father-daughter dance. Tickets cost $25.00 and must be purchased in advance. Call (813) 383-1914 or visit their website for more information.
Hot Air Balloon Rides for Dad. This option is pricey but it might be fun! For more information, check their website. Read more...
Kid Friendly Professional Sports Teams in Tampa Bay
June 16, 2009
A week ago, I helped celebrate my boy’s birthdays by taking them to a Tampa Bay Rays game. We had a fantastic time and I plan a post about our experience soon. But in the meantime, I would like to share with you links to all of our local professional sports and their kid’s club pages. Many professional sports teams make sure these events are kid-friendly with fun benefits for their littlest fans. Consider bringing your child to a local game sometime soon!
MLB Baseball: Tampa Bay Rays and their Kids Club.
Go to the Yankees website for spring training tickets at Legends Field.
NFL Football: Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Bucs Kids Cove.
NHL Ice Hockey: Tampa Bay Lightning and the Thunder bug’s Kids Club.
NBA Basketball: Orlando Magic and their Kids Club.
Soccer: Tampa Bay Mutiny
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This Weekend's Family Activities in Tampa Bay
June 11, 2009
It’s Thursday which means the weekend is almost here. It also means it’s time for our weekend picks for family activities in Tampa Bay. Come see what’s happening for your family in the area!
Annie: The Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center presents the fabulous musical Annie from June 12th – June 14th. Annie is a memorable family classic and has a wonderful musical score. It is suggested you purchase tickets ahead of time. See the website for times and ticket prices.
Fit Kids Playground: On June 13th, Hyde Park Village will host the first annual Fit Kids Playground. The fun starts at 10am and this free event will offer children’s yoga, a DJ spinning fun dance tunes, interactive exercise activities, animal encounters, healthy food samplings, giveaways and more.
Little People Live: Lowry Park Zoo will host this fun performance on Saturday and Sunday, at 11:30am and 1:00pm. Music, dancing, animals and so much more! The show is free with zoo admission.
The Eighth Annual John Levique Pirate Days: Honoring the start to Hurricane season, John’s Pass hosts a fun family pirate event all weekend which will include a boat and street parade, a children’s pirate costume contest and a family treasure hunt.
Reminder: Members of the Salvador Dali Museum and the Tampa Museum of Art will be offered free admission to the Pier Aquarium for the entire month of June.
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Visit the New and Improved Lowry Park Zoo
June 08, 2009
My family recently invested in a pass to Lowry Park Zoo. Now I haven’t been to the zoo in over two years. We’ve never bought a pass before and a single day entry just seemed too pricey. But now that both children are old enough to appreciate the animals - and having heard how great the renovations are – I thought it was time to get a pass and get reacquainted with the zoo. Here are my thoughts about our visit this weekend.
Read more...This Weekend's Family Activities in Tampa Bay
June 04, 2009
Happy June to every Tampa family! For our family, it truly means the start to summer as our oldest child has finished his final day of school. Already, we are hearing about being “bored” and seeing flashes of sibling rivalry. It’s time to get the family out this weekend then! Here are some great options.
Touch a Truck: June 6th, 10am – 1pm at Safety Harbor Park, 7th street south.
Learn-to-Skate Open House: The Tampa Bay Skating Academy is offering a free introductory skating session from 11:30 – 1:00pm at its Westfield Countryside location on June 6th. Admission, skate rental, and lessons are free. Ages as young as three are welcome. Please call 727.723.7785 to pre-register.
Meet Rays Mascot Raymond: The Land o Lakes Public Library kicks off its Reading with the Rays Summer Program on Friday. The Rays mascot Raymond will meet his fans at 1pm.
Summer Nights at Busch Gardens: Beginning this Saturday, Busch Gardens kicks off its season of Summer Nights.
Crafts for Kids at Lakeshore Learning: Bring your child for weekly free arts and crafts every Saturday. Check out this website for the schedule here in Tampa or call 801.268.2224 for more information.
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Visiting The Florida Aquarium in Tampa
June 01, 2009
Last week, local bloggers, area press, twitter fans, and all varieties social media folk descended upon The Florida Aquarium and enjoyed a visit sponsored by Tampa Bloggers. On a rainy Saturday afternoon, we brought out families and curiosities about underwater life to downtown Tampa. Here are my thoughts about the Florida Aquarium if you are considering a visit sometime soon!
Read more...Lunch Your Tummy Right Tour and a Flip Camera Giveaway
May 27, 2009
This week, I am excited to share a fun upcoming family event along with a fabulous give away. Kraft Brand’s “Lunch Your Tummy Right” Tour is coming to the Tampa Bay area this weekend. Here’s more info about this very fun event – plus how you can win your very own Flip camera!
Read more...This Weekend's Memorial Day and other Family Activities
May 21, 2009
Memorial Day weekend has always been the official start to summer in our family. A barbeque and a baseball game are both prerequisites. But so that we may remember the real reason we have a long weekend, check out some of the Memorial Day events for families – including some fabulous benefits for military personnel – being offered around the Tampa Bay area this weekend.
The Florida Aquarium offers free admission to military. From May 23 -25, military personnel are being offered 2 free general admission tickets. Up to four other family members will receive 50% off their tickets also.
Lowry Park Zoo offers free admission to military. On May 25th, military personnel and as many as three direct dependants will receive free admission into the zoo.
Busch Gardens free admission for military. Don’t forget, Busch Gardens offers free admission to military personnel once a year (which is not limited to Memorial Day).
Memorial Day Freedom Fest 2009 at Riverwalk. From the main stage at Cotanchobee Park to the Florida Aquarium, a patriotic festival will be held with music, entertainment and food. Don’t forget about the Memorial Day Service at 10am on Monday.
Military Families Day at the Henry B. Plant Museum. Military personnel and their family members are offered free admission on Memorial Day. There will be a performance re-enacting the experiences of Henry Dobson, a soldier who traveled through Tampa during in the Spanish-American War also.
Memorial Day Carillon Concert at Bok Tower Gardens. Bok Tower Gardens is offering free admission to military personnel and 50% off three family members. A patriotic musical salute will be featured on Monday at 1pm and 3pm.
The Florida Orchestra accompanies a screening of the Wizard of Oz. On May 23rd and 24th, the Mahaffey Theater presents the Florida Orchestra as they musically accompany a screening of the Wizard of Oz below a theater sized screen.
Disney’s High School Musical will be performed Friday at 7:00pm at the Patel Youth Theater.
Reminder: Tickets for “Disney Live!”, which will be performed in Lakeland on Saturday, August 22, have just gone on sale.
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Top 20 Classic Movies to Share with Your Children
May 18, 2009
Before there were DVD players, or VHS players for that matter, there were real film projectors set up in my friend’s living room with every neighborhood child gathered around chomping on popcorn. It didn’t matter which movie, the novelty of showing a movie at home was enough to hold all of our attention. And once video players were available, we would still gather and watch our favorites from home over and over. The novelty of watching a movie from home just never seemed to wear off. Do you remember which movies we all loved so much? Here is a list of my top twenty favorite classic children’s movies you might want to share with your children this summer. (But be sure to keep your fast forward button ready for your youngest who might not be ready for the slower or scarier scenes.)
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This Weekend's Family Activities
May 14, 2009
The heat, afternoon rain storms and love bugs have all returned to Tampa this week. A special time of year, indeed. Here are this week’s picks for family activities, including some fun options to cool off, get out of the rain and away from those dreaded love bugs.
Read more...Beach Survival Tips for the Parents of Preschool Aged Children
May 12, 2009
Out of the blue it seems, air conditioners have been turned on and it is summer in Florida once again. These can be very long, hot, tiring months – especially with children. The best way to get outside and cope with the heat is to take advantage of a lovely natural resource here in Florida – our beaches. And now that my children are no longer little babies, I am ready to brave the beaches more often this summer. Here are some beach survival suggestions for parents of preschool aged beach goers.
Helping Children Cope while one Parent is Away.
May 11, 2009
My husband has a job which requires many late hours and days away from home. And as my children grow older, they are starting to miss him more regularly when he is gone. I know I am not alone and, along with many other parents, I must help my children understand why one parent is away. Here are some suggestions to help your children cope with their parent’s absence and help them look forward to their return.
Read more...Ten Family Friendly Tampa Bay Charity Walks or Runs
April 28, 2009
This past weekend, I did something I haven’t been able to do in a long while. I participated in a charity walk. My family and I walked 5 miles in downtown Tampa for the March of Dimes. It was a fantastic event, there was lots of fun for the children, all sorts of giveaways and we had a great time as a family. But most importantly, I began teaching my children lessons about charity, community and philanthropy. Why hadn’t I participated in one of these before with my children?
Read more...This Weekend's Family Activities
April 16, 2009
With Earth Day coming up next week, there are all sorts of events planned this weekend to start raising awareness about this important day. While Earth Day isn’t the only thing going on around town - a lot of the events highlighted this week also happen to be free! Come see what’s happening for families in Tampa Bay this weekend.
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Top Ten Spring Family Activities in Tampa Bay
April 14, 2009
While the weather is still a perfect 80 degrees, dry and sunny - and schools are still in session - now is the time to take advantage of all that outdoor Tampa Bay has to offer. Here are my top ten suggested spring activities for Tampa Bay families.
This Weekend's Family Easter Activities
April 09, 2009
This weekend, Tampa Bay is hippity hopping with Easter activities. In fact, there are honestly just too many egg hunts and bunny sightings to list. But here are some of the more popular Easter events happening around town. And then, be sure to check your local area listings for egg hunts and Easter fun right around the corner from your home.
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This Weekend's Family Activities
March 26, 2009
No fooling around, April 1st is right around the corner. But before we start thinking about April, Tampa has a whole lot going on during the end of March. Let’s get started because there is a lot to cover!
Read more...Top Five Aquariums in the Tampa Bay Area
March 17, 2009
Are your children hoping to actually find Nemo after marathon sessions of a certain Disney movie? Perhaps your young ones are itching to see more than just your family goldfish swim in circles at home. Well, it may be time to pile the family into the car and check out a local aquarium. Here are the top five local aquariums in the Tampa bay area.
Read more...This Weekend's Family Activities
March 12, 2009
You better start digging through the family's closets and find all the green you've got - Saint Patrick’s Day is right around the corner! But perhaps you and your family don't want to wait for the 17th to celebrate? Well consider it the luck of the Irish, there are some Saint Paddy's events in Tampa this weekend. As well as a few other events that you might want to check out.
Read more...Local "Pick Your Own" Farms
March 10, 2009
Yesterday we listed some community farms and farmers markets to visit with your child. Today I would like to list some local farms where you and your children can pick your own fruit. I have fond childhood memories of going out to countryside strawberry patches to pick (and eat) as many berries as I could possibly manage. Consider creating the same fruit picking memories with your children!
Read more...This Weekend's Family Activities
March 05, 2009
It is suddenly March and spring is finally on its way. The temperatures promise to warm up this weekend so it’s the perfect time to get out with the family and enjoy a weekend of “sunny and seventy-five“.
Read more...Visit Lettuce Lake Park
February 24, 2009
Last Sunday, my ceaselessly restless boys began whining “what are we doing today?” The need for a morning outing was immediately established. We love taking advantage of these cooler February days outside but we wanted to find somewhere we didn't have to drive far to find that also wouldn’t cost us much to visit. A morning hike at Lettuce Lake Park wound up being the perfect solution.
Read more...This Weekends Family Activities
February 20, 2009
It’s hard to believe that February is more than half way over now! Spring training for baseball is right around the corner and our temps are starting to warm back up already. So what’s there to do this weekend? Here are a few ideas for the family.
Read more...SeaWorld through the Eyes of a Preschool Mother
February 16, 2009
Last weekend, I had the wonderful opportunity as a mom blogger to visit SeaWorld thanks to the folks at Izea. A crew of central Florida mom bloggers met at the front gate and spent an entire day checking out the park together. Surprisingly, even after living in the area for four years, I had never been to SeaWorld. So in case you haven’t been to SeaWorld recently either - and you are possibly considering a trip - here is my take on the park from the perspective of a preschool mother.
Read more...Baby Loves Disco Comes To Tampa
February 13, 2009
So when was the last time you went dancing at a local night club? Since having children, I am guessing the opportunities to “get your groove on” are few and far between. Well warm up those dancing shoes, we’ve got the perfect solution for your booty shaking blues coming up this Sunday. And the best part? It involves dance party fun for the entire family.
Read more...Visit the Florida State Fair with your Family
February 06, 2009
Ready the family, the Florida State Fair has begun here in Tampa! Sure, there are all sorts of crazy, spinning, "lose your hot dog" type of rides that aren't exactly preschooler appropriate. But the State Fair is not limited to just rides, flashing lights and cotton candy. My family has been pleasantly surprised to find all sorts of fun for our young children and, as a result, have made the Read more...
This Weekend's Family Activities
January 30, 2009
Between Gasparilla and Super Bowl Sunday , there is a whole lot going on in Tampa this weekend. Its enough to overwhelm us a bit. If you are looking to avoid the crowds and do something else with your family, consider checking out one of these activities. Go (insert your Super bowl pick here)! Royal Lipizzan Stallions Winter Training Do your children love horses? How about dancing horses? Read more...
Celebrate the Super Bowl with your Children here in Tampa Bay
January 29, 2009
In case you hadn't heard, the Super bowl is being hosted in Tampa this year! There is certainly excitement in the air and your youngest might be ready to be a part of the fun. Whether you're hosting a hopping Super bowl shin-dig on or simply enjoying the game with your family at home, here are some websites with ideas, games, printables and recipes for your Super bowl Sunday. Super bowl Read more...
Top Five Things Parents Can Look Forward to after Their Child Begins Kindergarten
January 28, 2009
After writing my post yesterday, I'll admit something to you. I felt a little sad. Time is ticking and I know that the time I have with my youngest is limited before he heads off to full time school. So I thought it would be only fair to write a post for parents listing some things we have to look forward to once Kindergarten - or full time school - starts. Let's find that silver lining, shall Read more...
This Weekend's Family Activities
January 23, 2009
Get ready; there is lots to do in Tampa this weekend! And don't hide in your homes, using the excuse that it will be too cold for outdoor fun either. A warm up is finally on its way. So let's get out there and enjoy all that Tampa Bay has to offer us. The Gasparilla Extravaganza It's that time of year again! The annual kid-friendly Gasparilla Extravaganza takes place this Saturday in Read more...
Visit Orlando's Gatorland
January 12, 2009
Over the holiday break, my family had the opportunity to visit Gatorland in Orlando. I haven't been there since I was very young and it has certainly changed over the years. If you are looking for something to do other than visit the expensive theme parks, you might want to consider spending an afternoon at Gatorland. As Florida residents, we are used to occasionally seeing an alligator Read more...
A Savvy T-Rex Restaurant Review
January 07, 2009
While my family spent some time in Orlando during the week after Christmas, we went to dinner at the new T-Rex restaurant in Downtown Disney. This enormous dinosaur themed restaurant is new to the area and we were excited to check it out. With dinosaurs, meteor showers and an excavation pit, it was certainly an adventure for the whole family! Knowing that the parks were at capacity during Read more...
Top Five Things that Do and Don't Matter to our Preschooler
January 06, 2009
Today's topic on Being Savvy focuses on those things that we do for our preschoolers that really matter in their lives - and those that don't. To add a twist on this topic, I thought I would also point out that - in this tight economy - the things that DO matter to our children usually cost very little. With all that we do to provide for our families, it is important to remember that it's the Read more...
Happy New Year!
January 01, 2009
Happy New Year to Tampa Bay parents from Being Savvy! We look forward to another year of pre-schooler tips, local activities and exciting reviews for all of our readers. Take this day to enjoy your families - being with your children is the only way to start the New year off right. Here are some games and activities to help all of you celebrate New Year's day! New Years Online Games Read more...
New Year's Eve Family Activities
December 29, 2008
2009 is only days away! And what better way to ring in New Years than to celebrate with your children. Here are some suggested local New Year's celebrations that promise fun for your entire family. And if you would prefer to avoid the crowds and host your own party at home, I have listed a few fun ideas so that your children can celebrate on Wednesday night without going anywhere. Noon Read more...
Holiday Fun with your Little One
December 23, 2008
There are only two days until Christmas and we are well into Chanukah. It's time to slow down, take a break from the shopping and gift wrapping, and start having some fun with your children. Here are some ways to celebrate the season with your understandably very excited young ones! Bake cookies: One of our favorite ways to prepare for Christmas with our children is to bake cookies with Read more...
Tampa Bay Chanukah Family Events
December 22, 2008
Happy Chanukah! Hurray for a week of family, latkes, donuts, gifts and tradition. There are all sorts of fun family events going on this week for Jewish families. Gather your family, check out these events and enjoy your week. Chanukah in Plant Park - Monday, December 22: Experience this wonderful Tampa annual tradition! This even is also free to every family. There will be latkes, donuts, Read more...
This Weekend's Family Activities
December 19, 2008
Coming up this week, many of us will be celebrating Hanukkah and Christmas. I am quite sure that many parents are still scrambling to finish up holiday shopping and preparations. However, other folks may have finished preparations and are ready to have fun with family. Or maybe extended family is in town and they need some entertaining. If you are looking for some family activities this Read more...
Create Your Own Holiday Tradtion
December 17, 2008
There are certainly plenty of popular traditions folks share around the holiday season. From the dreidel game to leaving out cookies for Santa, we celebrate with family in so many familiar ways. However, some families have started traditions of their own. Perhaps you have a few! Here are some of my favorite ideas that you might want to try and establish as a tradition in your family too. Read more...
My Family's Holiday Traditions
December 03, 2008
One of the most wonderful things about this season is the way it brings my family together. Yesterday I posted some favorite holiday traditions here in Tampa. Today, I thought I might share with you some of my own family's cherished traditions. I am always looking for more creative ways to celebrate the holidays - please share some of your traditions too! Tree Decorating I am a control Read more...
Busy parents can have someone else cook thanksgiving dinner
November 24, 2008
With Thanksgiving only days away, an anticipatory "gobble gobble" to you all. I happen to be hosting my Thanksgiving dinner and I am beside myself with cleaning, preparing and Turkey thawing - all while trying to work around 2 small boys running about my knees. Parenting and preparing for the Thanksgiving Holiday can be a lot to ask. Perhaps you are much smarter than I am and have decided not Read more...
Best Spots for Family Holiday Pictures in Tampa.
November 17, 2008
It is about time for one of my favorite holiday traditions: the holiday card exchange. There is no other time of year when my family receives more actual, personal mail in our mailbox. As many of us do, I take great care in putting together our family Christmas card and letter. December is almost here so it's time to start getting to work on this project now. Today, I'd like to brainstorm about Read more...
Top 10 Things to do in Tampa before your kids grow up.
November 07, 2008
Part of being a parent is creating memories with our children. As a child, I can certainly remember being thrilled to ride a local carousel with my father and we have the pictures to prove it. Well, now it's our turn to make the same kind of memories for our children. Tampa offers so much for our families. Here are some suggested spots in Tampa Bay that we should all visit before our children Read more...
Get Lost with your Child in Sweetfields Corn Maze
October 29, 2008
Last weekend, my family and I were determined to enjoy this lovely fall weather by doing something seasonal. After some thought, we followed up with a local organic farm (found just over the border of Hernando county) that boasts a 4 acre butterfly shaped corn maze during the months of October and November. With a resounding cheer of approval from both of my sons, we set off to Sweetfields Read more...
Three days in Tampa, Day 3
July 10, 2008
As part of our July Escapes theme , I am highlighting over three days fun things for travelers with preschoolers to do in Tampa. On Tuesday, I suggested Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo , rated the No. 1 children's zoo in the country. On Wednesday, I talked about The Florida Aquarium , which offers 200,000 square feet of exhibits, shows and indoor fun. Today, I have suggestions for great festivals and Read more...
Best things about vacation and best things about coming home
July 08, 2008
As I mentioned before, my family went on summer vacation to Iowa in June . We lucked out with the weather, getting there just days after the worst flooding ever and a week without running water. With blue skies during the day and cool temperatures at night, it was hard to believe we had just missed tornadoes and torrential rain. Maybe it was just good old Iowan hospitality -- they ordered Read more...
Escape to Iowa
July 03, 2008
July is the Savvy month for escapes, real or imagined . We're talking about vacations, getaways, camping, summer music and fun. My family and I just went on a real escape a vacation to Iowa, which was 24 long hours on the road each way. It was a bit longer on the return trip because of deer on the roads at night and a poorly marked detour in St. Louis. But that was a minor inconvenience. Read more...
99 (or So) Things To Do in Tampa Bay Before Your Children Grow Up
May 29, 2008
Air, land & sea Carriage rides at The Pier (St. Pete) HMS Bounty (St. Pete) Hot-air balloon rides Jolley Trolley (Clearwater Beach) MacDill AFB Air Fest Streetcars (Ybor City) Suncoast Beach Trolley (St. Pete) Trains (Largo) Aquariums Clearwater Marine Aquarium The Florida Aquarium Parker Manatee Aquarium (Bradenton) The Pier Aquarium (St. Pete) Tarpon Read more...
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