As the kids return to school and cooler air makes for cozy couch nests, you might be looking for a new book to help you relax, teach you a little something, or just distract you from reality.
If only you...
In a world filled with "stuff", toys, shoes, clothing, trinkets and knick-knacks, it can be difficult to clear the clutter and show our kids how to truly be selfless. Volunteering with our children is a great way to show...
Our need for connection with family, friends, and community is so important during this time of self-isolation and social distancing. We were made for relationships.
It can feel discouraging to not know when things will go back to the...
Ingersoll LIVE, presented by Bankers Trust, returns on August 26. This free, family-friendly event takes over the 2800 block of Ingersoll Avenue from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Locals know this “block party” is packed with fun including three stages...
It's almost summer and that means lots of time in and around the water. If your kids don't know how to swim, that can make for one nervous mom!
My kids don’t have to be the next Michael Phelps but...
Spring break is just around the corner and I, for one, am ready for a vacation. My family truly enjoys our annual tradition of packing our bags and hitting the road every March.
However, we knew our plans were going...
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My eldest's birthday is in June, and I'm always looking for fun and creative birthday party ideas. As he turns five this year,...
Sometimes a staycation is just what you need. Our last hotel stay was in the Wisconsin Dells. Recently, we were talking about that trip, and how we hadn't stayed in a hotel since then. Our eight-year-old chimed in with,...
How is everyone holding up now that it's summer? With all this staying home business, I've had to be a little creative, and let's be honest social media has definitely inspired some late-night purchases and inspiration.
What I'm loving lately...
Have you ever wondered when is the right time to start sports or other activities for your kids? I have found is there is no magic number. It depends on each individual child and his interests and personality. My...
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Summer Programs at The Little White Schoolhouse
Keep your kids engaged with learning during the summer with Jump Start at The Little White Schoolhouse in Ankeny, Iowa. It is designed to...
