With the approach of Halloween each year, smart merchandisers are working their magic to lure us into stores not just for trendy, pricey Halloween costumes, but the compl
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Halloween Alternatives for Your Family
Halloween is almost here and with the holiday comes costumes, tricks and treats. But if you don’t like traditional door-to-door trick-or-treating, not to worry. The
Annual Pilgrimage to the Pumpkin Patch
Every year, weeks before Halloween, we take a half-day pilgrimage to the pumpkin patch. Our local pumpkin farm is so festive that we usually go twice each season –
Your Kids’ Beach Questions Answered
Who wants to go to the beach? This question is almost always answered with “ME!” in our family. During the summer, we pack up our beach buggy, a large cart wh
Indoor Fun for Hot Summer Days
The dog days of summer have settled in and it’s too hot to play outside all day. This leaves the kids with lots of energy to burn. Here are 15 easy ways to entertai
Celebrate National Blueberry Month
My little girl, Hannah, loves blueberries. My son, on the other hand, not so much. With July being National Blueberry Month, I thought it would be fun to come up with as
A Delicious Cooking-Themed Birthday Party
Does your son or daughter enjoy spending time in the kitchen preparing food for the family? Maybe you should consider a cooking-themed birthday this year. Including a chi
A Father’s Day to Remember
It doesn’t matter who my father was; it matters who I remember he was. — Anne Sexton Fathers play a significant role in their kids’ lives. They’re
Father’s Day Activities and Events
Make Dad Feel Extra Special! Make Dad a Big Deal! From golf specials to boat rides with a view, Washington Parent makes it easy to find the perfect way to celebrate Fathe
Get Hooked on Fishing
Whether you are a year-round resident or simply a visitor to the Washington D.C./Maryland/Virginia metropolitan area, there are plenty of family-friendly activities to en
Mother’s Day Activities and Events
Make Mom Feel Extra Special! From brunches with bowling to boat rides with views, Washington Parent make is easy to find the perfect way to celebrate Mother’s Day i
Mother’s Day Traditions
Ah, it’s time for my favorite holiday: Mother’s Day! I always feel relaxed and pampered on this one day of the year and I definitely milk it and enjoy it. Her
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