Super fun kids’ Thanksgiving crafts to keep them busy on Turkey Day.
Need some time to baste the turkey and set the table without the kids running about the kitchen? Check out these super cute Thanksgiving crafts... Read More
Seacoast NH “Cut-Your-Own Christmas Tree” Directory. Let’s do this!
Want to get all authentic this holiday and cut your own tree? Southern New Hampshire has quite a few farms that offer that classic experience!... Read More
“Sea Festival of Trees” opens 11/23! Ice skating, magical lights and a giant gingerbread house!
Get ready for a forest of sparkling holiday trees and wreaths—fancily decorated with unique and fun themes, visits with Santa, Elsa and The Grinch, skating... Read More
Headed out for the holidays? Tips for traveling with your kids!
Traveling with little ones? The thought of plane rides or long car rides with two young ones gives me so much anxiety, but my husband... Read More
The best 9 tips for a stress-free Thanksgiving. Written by a mom.
Hey, put down that Halloween candy. You ready for Thanksgiving? Holidays that center around food are squarely in my wheelhouse, but man are they a... Read More
Enjoy an “Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving on the Farm” at the NH Farm Museum 11/23!
It was our own New Hampshire native Sarah Josepha Hale, Editor of Godey’s Lady’s Book, who persuaded President Lincoln to declare the fourth Thursday in... Read More
This Veggie Platter will be a *Hoot* at your family feast!
Veggie platters are a staple at any Thanksgiving feast. Here is a fun way to display this appetizer tray. Maybe it will even entice the... Read More
Easy and fun Thanksgiving traditions you can start with your family this year!
You know what my favorite Thanksgiving tradition is? Making whipped peas. No one eats them but me, but every year when the bowl of bright... Read More
Fun Family Ways to Say Thanks: Even the kids will get into this!
With Thanksgiving here, let’s get back to basics with recognizing all of life’s blessings. And what I mean by that is, I’m making my kids... Read More
Taste Test: Which store-bought pancake mixes are the best?
I just received a coupon for Krusteaz, and it got me thinking…pancakes. Delicious, light and fluffy homemade (and by that I mean, made-at-home-out-of-the-box) flap jacks.... Read More
Relive centuries of Thanksgiving history at Strawberry Banke on Saturdays & Sundays through November!
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays because I cherish the time I get to spend with my family. It’s also filled with endless cooking,... Read More
This too shall pass. Five Parenting Phases that you WILL get through. Promise.
Tonight at dinner, my five year old daughter said to me, “Thanks for the green beans, mom!” After wiping the smug I’m-such-a-great-mother smirk off my... Read More
Save the date! Gorgeous holiday sights at the 2019 Portsmouth Festival of Trees 11/15-11/17!
The Portsmouth Garden Club and the Urban Forestry Center invite you to the 22nd Festival of Trees! Wake a walk through an enchanted world decorated... Read More
Teaching kids Table Manners in time for holiday meals. Yes, please and thanks!
This morning I witnessed one of my children (not saying who, but she’s the only daughter I have) wipe her hands free of cream cheese... Read More
Warren Miller’s ‘Timeless’ skis into the Music Hall running Thursday 11/7 – Saturday 11/9
Attention skiers, snowboarders and winter enthusiasts! Bring your family to see this year’s Warren Miller movie “Timeless” running this week and weekend at The Music... Read More
Mayor’s Holiday Special offers 60% off tickets to 100+ shows in Boston!
This morning I witnessed one of my children (not saying who, but she’s the only daughter I have) wipe her hands free of cream cheese... Read More
Tickets on sale for “Annie” at The Music Hall 11/27 – 12/22!
Make time for magic with friends and family this holiday season! Annie is the heartwarming and hilarious story of a merry, quirky orphan girl finding... Read More
Halloween Parades are marching in town– find one near you!
Parades are fun to watch but even MORE FUN to don your favorite Halloween costume and be part of the fun! Everyone can take part... Read More
Mix-it-up with these super easy “dump-and-run” Halloween Treats!
#1 Harvest Hash Chex Mix Treats This looks easy, fun and a great way to sneak in a few whole grains and nuts? Kids... Read More
Five spoooooky Halloween treats. Eat them if you dare!
It’s Halloween season already and you know what that means. Time to scour Pinterest and try making really adorable snacks that, when executed, look absolutely... Read More
This month’s spooky (but not scary!) Halloween happenings for your little ones!
Remember how your babysitter and her friends took you to see Amityville Horror when you were 8 years old and you never got over it?... Read More
Ding dong! Seacoast area 2019 Trick-Or-Treat schedules.
Get ready for the ghosts and goblins to be dinging your door requesting sugary sweets! Check out the area listing below for dates and times... Read More
Seacoast Halloween Trick-or-Treating events perfect for the younger crowd!
Listen, if you’re giving out candy, I’ll be there. Have some kids who feel the same way? Here’s a list of area trick-or-treating events that... Read More
Mix it up! Six new recipes for Roasted Pumpkin Seeds!
I really love roasted pumpkin seeds but after decades of eating them with oil and salt, I’m looking to mix things up a bit. Check... Read More
Free outdoor fun! Scavenger hunt with Portsmouth’s “Scarecrows of the Port”.
Scarecrows of the Port are at it again! Displayed in various locations throughout Portsmouth, you’ll find decorated scarecrows cropping up everywhere! This makes a great... Read More
Family fun at the Newburyport Fall Festival Sunday 10/13 & Monday 10/14. FREE!
Come to downtown Newburyport on Sunday & Monday of Columbus Day weekend for their annual Fall Harvest Festival! Enjoy great food, live music, and family... Read More
7 Awesome no-carve pumpkin decorating ideas! No knives required!
My kids love getting pumpkins– it means the countdown is on to Halloween! The only problem is that they want to get the pumpkins the... Read More
The best Beef Stew crockpot recipe you’ll ever need! So easy, you’ll freak.
Take a big breath and blow the dust of the ol’ crock pot. It’s cool weather cooking time! I was given this Beef Stew recipe from a... Read More
Tickets on sale now for the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company “Polar Express”!
The Polar Express returns to Portland for a 12th season in 2019! The fun begins at the Ocean Gateway Visitor Center, which serves as our... Read More
Halloween Storybook Hayrides at Demeritt Hill Farm every Saturday & Sunday through October!
A specially designed event for younger children featuring all of their favorite storybook characters. Listen to enchanted stories while on a fun hayride through the... Read More