How To Celebrate The New Year When You’re Staying Home
Staying in for New Year’s Eve doesn’t have to mean missing out on the fun. In fact, celebrating at home can be one of...
Sprinkled With Joy: 2025 Donuts With Santa Recap
Thank you to all the families who joined us for our 2nd Annual Donuts With Santa! It was a festive afternoon filled with treats, activities,...
How Small Goals Lead To Massive Growth
There’s something about a new year — a clean slate — that feels so fresh and exciting.
“THIS year is going to be different!”“THIS is...
Unlearning In A Season That Demands More Of Us
The holiday season has a way of sweeping us up -- it has become less of an invitation and more of a demand. More...
50 Things To Do During Holiday Break
The holidays are almost here! And while we spend tons of time planning the festivities, the rest of school break can sneak up fast. Whether you...
Noon Year’s Eve Celebrations
A magical way to ring in the New Year without keeping little ones up past bedtime? Noon Year’s Eve! These midday celebrations give families all the...
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...
Winter Crafts with Kids
With the cold weather forcing us to spend more time indoors, we always end up doing more crafts during the winter months at my...
Restaurants Open Christmas Eve
For families looking to celebrate Christmas Eve with a special meal, many restaurants offer festive dining experiences tailored to make the holiday memorable. Whether...
25 Gifts Under $25 for 2025
It's easy to go overboard with presents for kids — whether it's the holidays, a birthday, or anything in between. Everywhere we look, the...
PARENTING
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...
Staying Connected With Your Older Children
I'm a mom of three awesome kids. My boys are eight and ten, and my daughter is almost three (going on 13.) As a...
Thriving as a Working Mom in the Summer
While I got my haircut a few weeks ago, I chatted about summer plans with my friend-neighbor-hair stylist. She said her three kids will...
June Reset Guide For Moms
As the school year winds down, summer can start to feel both exciting and overwhelming for moms. Between camps, vacations, appointments, activities and trying...
Six Ways To Keep the Evening Calm at Any Age
5pm doesn't have to be "the witching hour." The frenzied pace of practice, homework, dinner, baths, and bedtime leaves little room for calmness. Depending...
SUMMER ACTIVITIES
How to Beat the Heat in Rochester: Kid-Friendly Summer Activities
Whether you’re looking for a quick outing, a full afternoon escape, or just a way to get the kids out of the house without...
July Reset Guide For Moms
July is here, and if you're anything like most moms, you're wondering how summer is already flying by. Between camps, vacations, family gatherings, and...
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...
Best Places To Watch July 4th Fireworks With Kids
There's something magical about watching fireworks through a child's eyes. Whether your family loves being in the middle of the action or prefers a...
Guide To July Events In Rochester
If you are looking for things to do in Rochester this month, this is the place for you! Every month, you can come to...