Sarah C.
Celebrating Galentine’s Day In Rochester
Coined by the beloved and quirky Leslie Knope, a character on the comedy Parks & Rec, Galentine's Day celebrates female friendship! According to Wikipedia, "Galentine's Day is typically marked as February 13, but can...
Five Books to Inspire Moms in the New Year
I am a voracious reader but mostly of fiction so when a non-fiction book keeps my attention and inspires me, I am determined to share it. Each of these are about 300 pages and...
Volunteer Opportunities For Families in Rochester
Volunteering as a family is a wonderful way to bond, teach valuable life lessons, and give back to the community together. For families with children 13 and older, there are several unique opportunities to...
10 Picture Books For Fall
Each of these picture books shares a lovely message about the inevitability of change, family and friendship, the gift of a shared meal, and the importance of appreciating even the smallest moments. Even though...
Wooden Playgrounds In Rochester
There's such nostalgia in a wooden playground: a throwback to simpler and more naturally inspired play equipment. The wooden playground provides the backdrop for imaginative play featuring climbing structures, slides, swings, and bridges. Slowly,...
Fall Date Night Ideas In Rochester
As the air gets cooler, adding a date to your week could be just the thing to warm you up. Perhaps you are able to enjoy one another’s company on a more traditional Saturday...
Toddler-Friendly Activities in Rochester
There are so many great places to take toddlers in Rochester! The Seneca Park Zoo or Museum of Play are legendary and great fun. There are playgrounds galore, farms that celebrate seasons, and lots...
5 Family-Friendly Breweries And Wineries Near Rochester
There is nothing I like better than fresh air, great music, the company of friends and family, and a cold drink. Summer in Rochester has enough pristine days to maximize each of these -...
5 Tips To Start Camping With Kids
It was the first overnight trip my husband and I attempted with his daughters, at the time ages 15, 13, and 9. We also had a four month old puppy. Reflecting back on it,...
Library Summer Reading Programs
When we packed for summer vacation as a kid, most of my bag was stuffed with library books. Running out of pages was worse than a rainy day at the beach! With all those...