Fed up with the fighting? 5 Great tips on managing your kids’ screen time.
I’ve got a problem in my house. A big one. This problem of mine is constantly initiating arguments, cuing negotiations and generally causing me some... Read More
Top 5 reasons to take your kids to the library. Spoiler: It’s not just the books!
Written by Sarah Lefebvre, WCKC If you haven’t visited your local library lately, you may not realize what a tremendous wealth of resources they have... Read More
10 ways to improve your mood and ‘tude. Peace is closer than you think.
Life, kids, relationships, groceries, bills, cleaning, carpools, homework, regular work—it can all get pretty overwhelming! Often times we don’t feel like it’s possible to give... Read More
Hey Family: Win Mother’s Day this year with these no-fail gift ideas.
I love Mother’s Day. I also love Father’s Day. And birthdays, and anniversaries and Valentine’s Day. I love these events because they are celebrating someone... Read More
Save that Grass! Post-Holiday Tips for making Easter 2020 a cinch!
I have a Holiday Closet at home. In it, you can find anything from plastic Halloween spiders to heart shaped melamine plates for Valentine’s Day.... Read More
Get green! Family Earth Day activities around the Seacoast!
Earth Day is this weekend—what’s on agenda for your family? The Seacoast has tons to offer in the way of activities, events, shows, fundraisers and... Read More
Exeter YMCA’s “Parents’ Night Out” on Friday 5/18. Only $18 per child for THREE HOURS!
Ready for a night out? RELAX, go have fun! Let the Exeter YMCA’s trained staff take care of your children while you enjoy some adult... Read More
SKC Test Drive: 4 Easter Egg Decorating Kits–see which ones worked and which ones didn’t!
Last year, the kids and I bought a “Paas Marble” Easter Egg Decorating Kit. The beautiful tones, the mesmerizing swirls of color…looks cool, right? Nope.... Read More
2019 SKC Directory: Egg Hunts & Easter Activities around the seacoast!
Hunting for some fun this spring? We’ve done the search for you! Check out the list below of local Easter activities happening around the seacoast.... Read More
Charmingfare Farm’s Egg-Citing Egg Hunt runs Saturdays & Sundays through Easter!
Don’t miss this Spring Time Eggs-Travaganza! Egg Hunt Particulars Each child should bring an empty egg cartons to fill with 12 eggs. Kids (2 to... Read More
40 Ideas for non-candy Easter Egg stuffers. Now that’s sweet.
Looking for some alternatives to the sugary treats that are used to stuff Easter eggs? Check out these ideas for non-candy, non-edible (definitely not for... Read More
Put down the oven mitts! Portsmouth Restaurant Week 2019 is 3/28 – 4/6!
Attention deal-seekers! 2019 Restaurant Week Portsmouth & the Seacoast is here from Thursday, March 28 through Saturday, April 6! More than 40 restaurants around the... Read More
Fostering the love of learning. Supplemental education programs on the Seacoast.
My son is really good at math. Like, really good. At six years old, he was adding up the double digit numbers on the back... Read More
Sugar Houses open for Maple Weekend March 23-24! Who’s got my pancake?
Join the fun at a local sugar house for Annual Maple Weekend! Sugar makers statewide will open their doors inviting the public to share in... Read More
Did someone say Casserole? Try out this simple & tasty Mac-n-Cheese recipe.
Macaroni and Cheese has been a favorite of kids (and grown-ups) for generations. Try out this super simple and delicious recipe that’s sure to please... Read More
6th Annual Clover Run 5K on 3/16 at Smuttynose Brewery!
Dress in everything green, lace up those (green) sneakers, and head out for the 6th Annual Clover Run 5K! Saint Patrick Academy, in partnership with... Read More
Homemade activities we thought were a pain. Turns out they’re pretty simple.
I’ve always read about these at-home recipes for making soap or lollipops and thought, “How fun, but when do I ever have (insert obscure ingredient... Read More
The best “healthy” milkshake… I mean smoothie, you will ever make!
Do you ever crave milkshakes but just can’t stand the guilt?! Here’s a favorite recipe that tastes just like a milkshake but is actually healthy.... Read More
Meet birds who may be living right in your own backyard! Visit Joppa Flats on 3/3!
Drop in at Joppa Flats for an up-close winter wildlife experience! On Sunday mornings in winter, Joppa’s Bird Banding Station Manager Ben Flemer presents demonstrations... Read More
A Teddy Bear Tea at Wentworth by the Sea on Feb. 23rd!
Wentworth by the Sea welcomes you, your little ones and their fluffy friends to our Teddy Bear Tea event! Come dressed up in your finest... Read More
5 Awesome places to go during NH school vacation week!
You know where I want to go with the kids during NH’s school vacation week? Anywhere but NH, amiright? Since somebody was really using their... Read More
Take the PLUNGE to raise money for homeless animals at Great Island Common on 2/23!
Are you ready to freeze your tail off for homeless animals? The coolest (brrrrr) event on the seacoast: The New Hampshire SPCA’s Doggie Paddle Plunge... Read More
Sticking around for February Break? Here are 15 Staycation Ideas for you.
No Caribbean beach vacation in your future? Me neither. No worries, because the seacoast has plenty of fun stuff right here! Check out our... Read More
Dress in your best vintage clothing and “Skate Through Time” at Strawberry Banke on 2/24!
Skate through the history of Strawbery Banke with us on Sunday, February 24, at 1:00 pm at Puddle Dock in Portsmouth, NH. Skaters will take... Read More
Five awesome DIY Kids’ Valentine’s Day Cards!
Ah, Valentine’s season. Another opportunity to feel insecure about your creative parenting skills because your kids Valentine’s Day cards are store-bought (me). Well, don’t fear.... Read More
Love is in the air! Family-friendly Valentine’s Day events around the Seacoast!
Valentine’s Day is next week! Time to grab your sweetie and have a chocolate eating contest, amiright? I’m just in love with love. While the... Read More
Super easy and sweet Valentine’s photo gift idea! Pictures say 1,000 words.
Need a Valentine’s Day gift idea for the one you love? Photos are quick, easy and inexpensive—not to mention they make gifts that last a... Read More
Get outside and snowshoe! All trails within 1.5 hours of the Seacoast!
Need some fresh air and exercise? Take a walk…or snow shoe in the woods! There are plenty of trails to check out in New Hampshire.... Read More
Homemade Valentine’s Day Treats. Eat your heart out!
What says Valentine’s Day better than cookie ice cream sandwiches? Actually, I don’t think the two have anything to do with each other, but I’ll... Read More
Making Valentine’s Day memories. 7 Great Date Night ideas — for you and your kids!
Valentine’s Day is coming up—what are you and your sweetheart doing? Maybe an animated move? Jewelry shopping at Claire’s? Possibly LegoLand? I’m talking about Valentine’s... Read More