Amanda G.
Amanda grew up on the west side of Rochester before getting married and moving to Charleston, SC. She and her husband adopted their two boys as toddlers from South Korea in 2017 and 2019. She loves adventuring, watching her boys try new things, and helping out at their schools. Amanda has a social work degree and a background in non-profit work. She is currently Managing Editor for Charleston Moms after being a contributing writer for several years. After a decade in the southern heat, her little family decided they would thrive more in the Rochester area, and found their home on the east side in 2022. Amanda is thrilled to now be contributing locally for Rochester Mom Collective! She is a quirky, creative soul who enjoys expressing through writing, art/decor, dance, drums, and singing (commonly incorrect lyrics).
10 Sledding Hills In Rochester
Sledding -- is there any better childhood thrill for snowy Rochester days? For big kids, little kids, and kids at heart, sledding makes for great winter memories whether you love the cold or are...
Menorah Lighting Ceremonies Around Rochester
Hanukkah (Chanukah) is the Jewish wintertime “festival of lights" that is celebrated for eight days. An additional candle on a menorah is lit each night as the holiday progresses. It is a time for...
Where To Stream The Best Christmas Movies
The frigid evenings are here to stay for a while in Rochester! With the holidays approaching fast, 'tis the season for also allowing yourself to rest and bond as a family. (Try out this...
Holiday Performances In Rochester
Rochester has many wonderful, awe-inspiring opportunities to share the performing arts with our families during the holiday season. From ballet to music to theater, these are some of the magical performances available to our...
Where to Order Thanksgiving Dinner in Rochester
Whether your family is hanging low at home for the holiday, or if you're planning to host additional loved ones and friends for Thanksgiving, cooking that big meal doesn't have to be all on...
Where to Donate Used Items in Rochester
Decluttering has been a hot topic for a while now, helping many families dial back the chaos and take control of their homes! What's great is that a lot of the used stuff that...
Family Halloween Movies & Where to Stream
In the chaos of school schedules, sometimes October calls for intentionally slowing down for some spooky vibes and memories together as a family. For a cool, crisp, fall night at home, pop some popcorn,...
How To BOO Your Neighbor: Ideas And Free Printable
The shenanigans that are conjured up in the Halloween season are simply fa-BOO-lous! One newer tradition is this idea of BOOing your neighbors and friends. If you're not familiar with it, we're here to...
Guide To Trunk-Or-Treat In Rochester
Trunk-or-treat events began in the 1990s as a safer and easier alternative to trick-or-treating at night. At these events, trick-or-treaters go to a dedicated parking lot of a town center, organization, or church to...
Guide To Halloween Events In Rochester
It's Spooky Season and Rochester is the place to be for it! From trick-or-treating events at special places to festivals and family crafting, we have tons of opportunities to wear those costumes out to...