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Happy Campers
Camping is something not to be missed. There really is nothing else quite like it. So, if I can tell you to do one thing, it is to take your kids camping, even if it is a lot of work. Trust me, they will grow up thanking you for it.
Reading Takes You Everywhere . . . Special Library Events this Summer
As part if their Summer Reading Program, the Newport Beach Public Library is hosting special weekly kids activities at all locations. With the theme of, READING TAKES YOU EVERYWHERE, explore the world around you one week at a time.
Meet Annie
Annie is a 1st Grade teacher and mom to two boys. She also happens to be my cousin and one of the sweetest people you will ever meet! Only having girls myself, she is a great resource for me (and the website) too!
Have you Heard of PlateJoy?
School’s out for summer and you’re probably going to start hearing “I’m bored” and “I’m hungry” a whole lot more these next few months. Don’t panic, PlateJoy is here to calm the chaos and take the guess work out of mealtime this summer. PLUS WE HAVE A DISCOUNT CODE JUST FOR YOU!
All Things The 4th
We are getting out our red, white and blue and prepping for the big day. HAPPY 4TH!
PRINTABLE Newport Bay Scavenger Hunt
Now that it is summer, there is no better time to rent a Duffy Boat and get out on the water. Make it extra fun for the kids and take our Printable Newport Bay Scavenger Hunt with you.
Top Sunscreens for Kids and Babies
The temperatures are warming up and the sun is shining. What sunscreen are you using for your family? The Environmental Working Group (EWG) has put together an amazing guide to sunscreens for kids and babies!
Summer Reading Kick-Off with Kids Imagine Nation
The Newport Beach Public Library (Central Branch) is kicking-off their Summer Reading Program, READING TAKES YOU EVERYWHERE, with an interactive musical show from KIDS IMAGINE NATION.
FREE Movies in the Park Line-Up
Be sure to take advantage of this year’s line-up of FREE Summer Movies throughout Newport Beach and Costa Mesa.
Meet Stephani
Stephani is a local mom of three small children who owns and operates the popular clothing store Common Thread (formerly Xpecting Boutique).
FREE Summer Concert Line-Up
If you are in the mood for some low-key family time this summer, look no further than your local FREE Concerts in the Park. We know you are busy so we’ve put together the list for you.
Truck Adventures
Clear your calendar this Saturday because your kids are not going to want to miss a fun-filled day of trucks at the OC Fair & Event Center.
5 Father’s Day Crafts
We’ve scoured Pinterest so you don’t have to, and we’re loving these easy and fun DIY crafts to get the kids involved this Father’s Day. Watch them beam with pride as they give dad his present!
Five Ingredient Friday: Seared Wild Salmon with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce compliments of Anna Gass
This week Five Ingredient Fridays is coming at you with a simple dish that comes together in less than 20 minutes, and is super healthy and delicious.
The Balboa Peninsula Trolley is Running!
You know summer is here when you see the the 55 freeway backed up for miles, and no parking spot in site. If you are not feeling the bike ride to the beach, or the never-ending search for parking, hop on the Balboa Peninsula Trolley instead.
Fancy Nancy in Newport!
ELATED! That’s a fancy word for excited, and that is what your kid is going to be when they hear that Fancy Nancy illustrator Robin Priess Glasser is coming to the Newport Beach Public Library (Central Branch).
Gifts for Grads
It’s that time of year! If you’ve got a graduate in your life, we’ve rounded up some fun gifts that they’ll love whether they’re heading off to college or tackling adulthood full-on.
Meet Mila
Mila is a local mom of three who grew up in Costa Mesa. After having a breast cancer survivor in the family and seeing so many women affected by breast cancer, she was inspired to create a natural deodorant that works, launching Bare Pits in March of 2017.
Mental Health Awareness
Mental health is essential to everyone’s overall health and well-being. Don’t be afraid to talk about it!
It’s a Book Swap
If you missed the toy swap, now is your chance to make it for the book swap. The Environmental Nature Center is hosting a Book Swap this Saturday, June 2nd as a part of their Living Greener Series.