Family
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31 Spectacular Free Fireworks Shows for Fourth of July
Fourth of July festivities include concerts, parades, and other patriotic displays, but Independence Day is a dull cookout if there aren’t any fireworks. Those fireworks are at their best when you don’t have to pay admission to see them, which…
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13 Signs That It’s Time to Consider Senior Care
The decision to move a loved one into a senior care facility can be a very emotional and stressful decision. “While there is great talk about “aging in place” or staying in the home as long as possible, the truth…
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20 Cheap or Free Things to Enjoy on a Snow Day
Stuck at home on an unexpected day off from work or school? Netflix binges are definitely a strong contender for snow days, but there are plenty of other ways to pass the time that are productive, creative, and fun for…
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Charlotte Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
On those downright exhausting days when you struggle to find time to feed yourself, the idea of cooking dinner for the family may seem like a nightmare. Fortunately, you can take a break at one of the many restaurants in…
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23 Most Magical Toy Stores to Visit
Toys ‘R’ Us closed its doors for good earlier this year, but there are still plenty of great places to find toys these days. Independent toy stores across the country keep alive a sense of wholesome play with distinctive toys…
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30 Fun Free Attractions for Kids Across the Country
Nearly every parent relishes an opportunity to do something for free (or very cheaply) with their children. Given how much it costs to raise a child, especially if they pursue pricey after-school activities, occasional freebies are practically a necessity to…
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Los Angeles Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
Cooking at home may be the most economical option, but sometimes we all just need a break. Luckily, many restaurants offer free or discounted meals for kids during the week…
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San Antonio Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
Sometimes any excuse to get the kids out of the house is a good one, but when free food is involved, there’s no excuse necessary. San Antonio has many restaurants…
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Sick of PB&J? Try These Easy and Creative School Lunch Ideas
These days, many children are exposed to fusion cuisine and multicultural dishes from a very young age. Packing something different from the typical brown-bag lunch is a fun way to…
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The Biggest Health Hazards Facing Your Kids Today
From accidents and illnesses to injuries and infestations, the world can attack your kids in a million different ways. Since you can’t protect them from everything, your best bet is…
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15 Most Extravagant Preschools in America
To many families, preschool is a chance for tots to get used to a classroom setting, carry a cute backpack, and make some haphazard art projects. But that’s not always…
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18 Lunch-Box Staples That Are Surprisingly Bad for Your Kids
Fruit roll-ups, granola bars, yogurt tubes and mac n’ cheese cups are just some of the food items marketed to children for lunchtime. Unfortunately, many foods aimed at kids are…
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13 Ways Technology Can Get Your Kids Outside
The abundance of technology available to kids these days — iPhones, iPads, gaming apps, and even televisions — can often be daunting for parents, particularly when it comes to encouraging…
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18 Ways to Distract Your Kids From Technology This Summer
Prying a child away from a smartphone or iPad may be easier said than done, but it can certainly be accomplished. And there’s no better time than summer, when kids…
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10 Amazing Cotton Candy Treats You Won’t Believe
Spun sugar has been a treat around the world for centuries. But it wasn’t until a dentist — of all people — named Dr. William Morrison and confectioner John C.…
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25 Things to Buy at Target for Back to School
Ready for back-to-school madness? Even if you’re not, big-box retailers such as Target are. Like arch rival Walmart, Target will be saving some of its best prices on basics such…
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Miami Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
Instead of ordering pizza or picking up fast food, treat the kids to a fun night out at one of the many local restaurants offering free kids’ meals. From simple…
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23 Classic Summer Activities That Kids Don’t Do Anymore
When’s the last time your kids played hopscotch or jumped rope? It seems a whole generation — or two — of games have been eclipsed thanks to new rules and…
