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
4 Fun Places to add to your family’s Winter Bucket List!
How’s that Winter Bucket List coming? Checking off a lot of things, are you? The lack of snow and warm temps have been a real...Read More
Horse-drawn winter sleigh rides around the Seacoast!
Here’s a fun, new winter tradition! How fun would that be to get a group of your favorite friends and family together for a wintertime...Read More
Elusive restaurant manners. Teaching kids to mind their P’s & Q’s.
Teaching your kids restaurant manners can be a frustrating and seemingly futile task. It wasn’t until my kids were about 4 and 5 year olds...Read More
Disney On Ice Celebrates 100 Years of Magic at SNHU 1/17-1/21!
Grab your Mickey ears and get ready for the ultimate Disney experience when Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic at Southern New Hampshire...Read More
Dads looking to meet other Dads?! Join the Seacoast Dads Support Group on 1/12!
Moms tend to have the opportunity to get together with other Moms and discuss all things parenting more often than Dads do. But it doesn’t...Read More
Indoor “ice skating” at Seaglass in Salisbury. Only $5 including skate rental!
This is something you have to see to believe! No hats, gloves, or jackets required. Glide around on nearly 1,500 square feet of artificial ice...Read More
6 Ways to simplify the Morning Routine *and* be on time. No kidding.
Truth be told, I like to be on time. I’m often not, but I still like to try. It’s amazing how much more difficult it...Read More
Museum Deals: How to get free and discounted admission!
I love museums. And although I’m happy to support a museum by paying my fair share of admission fees, I won’t turn away a deal...Read More
Too cold to play outside? Check out these local spots for indoor fun!
If you’re anything like me, I’m not into being outside in the freezing winter temps. No thank you. But that doesn’t mean the kids have...Read More
A little birdie said you should join Backyard Birds at Joppa Flats on 12/30!
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
“Miracle on 34th Street” by Prescott Park Arts Festival and Exeter Hospital 12/7-12/16!
A Live Musical Radio Play – Miracle on 34th Street tickets on sale now! Break out the eggnog and join us this holiday season as Prescott...Read More
Passing on Cheer: 5 Ways to Pay-It-Forward during the Holidays!
Last week, a man in line at Dunkin’ started chatting me up—about what, I don’t even remember. He was older, retired and a veteran. As...Read More
Tote Around Town – Purchase your holiday gifts by shopping locally on 12/8!
Still wracking your brain on what to get your kids, significant other and extended family for the holidays? If you’re like me, you wait until...Read More
Winter Farmers Markets and Craft Fairs
Looking to buy some unique and special gifts for your friends and family? Holiday craft fairs are the perfect place to buy presents that you...Read More
13 Non-Toy Holiday Gift Ideas for Kids: Give memories this season!
My kids have enough toys. Like, seriously, enough. But I still want them to have the best-Christmas-ever and be excited with what was waiting for...Read More
Decorative gingerbread houses you’ll be tempted to eat and recreate!
One of our family traditions when I was growing up was to set a day aside, before Christmas, to make gingerbread houses. We went ALL...Read More
