The New Domesticity: A Sense of Style
“She was born with a built-in fashion flair. That sense of style governed not only what she bought but the way she wore it.” A friend recently gave me a 1994 issue of Town & Country featuring a tribute to
Top Toys 2016
The American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA) recently unveiled its 2016 Best Toys for Kids award winners, selected by local independent toy retailers across the U.S. To view the winners, pick up a copy of our November 2016 issue at any of these locations,
Winter Break Camp Guide 2016
Welcome to our annual winter break camp guide, with fun day camp options for ages 4 through teen! To find the camp guide, pick up a copy of the November 2016 issue at any of these locations, or view the digital
Adventures in Europe Part 2
Part two of a three-part series. Read part one here. A baguette and cheese picnic under the Eiffel Tower, a slow stroll across the Charles Bridge in Prague, walking out of the Sistine Chapel with a neck ache. These places are
Wander Woman: Pearson Field Education Center
What do you get when you combine historic aircraft, engaging activities and top-notch volunteers who are passionate about planes, aviation and science? You get one of Southwest Washington’s true gems: Pearson Field Education Center. Located just south of Officer’s Row on
The New Domesticity: Healthy Family Habits
October has a wonderful settledness to it. Autumn rhythms have generally fallen into place, school schedules are more familiar, and children respond to the reassuring nature of ordered days. It is during these times that we can strategically look around
Adventures in Europe, Part 1
Part one of a three-part series Why did we come here? What are we doing? What were we thinking? Did we forget we’re adults with responsibilities? Where’s the dog? Why is there ham in my potato salad? These are some of the
Nourishment to Mind and Body: Intuitive Eating and the Rejection of Diet Fads
Every one of us has a complex relationship with food. From childhood, it’s used to comfort, control, reward and punish. For many of us, the fear of consequences connected to undesirable eating habits drives us to avoid, indulge (read: fail),
Wander Woman: Chelatchie Prairie Railroad
Take a ride back in time on the historic Chelatchie Prairie Railroad. Whether you and your kids are train enthusiasts or just looking for a fun afternoon adventure, Chelatchie Prairie Railroad will be an experience you won’t soon forget. Historical Background In
Uncovering Mental Illness in Young Children
Temper tantrums, quirky behaviors, the tendency to withdraw, perceived delays in development, an inability to sit still…the list of behaviors in young children that raise concern in parents seems endless. And not knowing what to do when it comes to