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Newport Beach Mayor’s Egg Roll
Hop on over to the Newport Beach Civic Center Green on Saturday, March 24th for the 4th annual Mayor’s Egg Roll.
A New Kind of Company: Meet the Dad Behind Fodada
Meet Bobby, Founder of Fodada, a clothing company that puts on FREE events for kids and their dads!
Five Ingredient Friday! Spaghetti Pie compliments of Anna Gass
Today I want to introduce you all to Spaghetti Pie. It might sound strange, but I promise, once you give it a try, you’ll be adding it to the dinner rotation, especially on nights when you feel like you have no time, no patience, and no idea what to make.
How to Cut thru the Clutter: Tips from the Clutter Nanny
You hear or read about how decluttering your home is the way to decluttering your life, BUT . . . you have kids, and well, that makes things a little more difficult. Enter the Clutter Nanny!
We’ve Got Spirit, Yes We Do! Join the Newport-Mesa Spirit Run this Weekend!
The 35th Annual Newport-Mesa Spirit Run: Race for the Schools is taking place this Sunday, March 18th! Lace up your running shoes and join the fun (all while supporting youth education and fitness).
Camp James Summer Camp
There’s a reason Camp James has been voted the #1 Day Camp in Orange County by readers of ParentingOC Magazine for the past 10 years – every kid has a blast and wants to go back! Yours will too!
Meet Julieanne
Julieanne is another Newport Beach/Costa Mesa native who loves raising her family where she grew up. She is the host of an upcoming annual community fundraiser for the Orange County Ronald McDonald House in memory of her daughter, Brooklyn, who passed away at 14 days old.
Beach Clean Up with Dory Deli
Join Dory Deli on Sunday, March 11th at Tower #22 in Newport Beach for a community Beach Clean Up!
Out With the Old, In With the New: CDM Branch Library Closing for Reconstruction
The Corona del Mar Branch library is closing (temporarily) to make way for a new library and fire station.
Touch-A-Truck Event
HONK. HONK. BEEP. BEEP. The trucks are calling! This Saturday, March 10 head over to the Orange County Market Place for their FREE Touch-a-Truck event.
Fit Friday: When You Really Only Have 2 Minutes
We are MOMS. We are BUSY. We have KIDS that crawl all over us when we lie down. So here’s a quick core exercise you can do when you only have a few minutes.
Three Part Nature Series for Kids
Do your kids love all things nature? The Newport Beach Public Library Foundation is hosting a three part Nature Series at the Central Library Branch during the month of March.
Bring It On The Musical by CMHS Drama
Come watch the collaboration of Costa Mesa High School Drama, Cheer, Dance, Drumline and Orchestra as they bring you a tale of classic high school drama in Bring It On The Musical.
Hamiltunes: An American Sing-Along
We are beyond thrilled to hear that Segerstrom Center for the Arts is bringing Hamiltunes: An American Sing-Along to Argyros Plaza. It’s FREE and kid-friendly – March 31st!
Meet AJ
AJ is a local real estate agent who was born and raised in Newport Beach. She now lives in Eastside Costa Mesa with her husband and two daughters. I think it’s safe to say she knows this town!
The Great Toy Swap
Have your kids outgrown a few of their toys? Do you have some that are just gathering dust? Come check out the Environmental Nature Center’s Toy Swap, a part of their Living Greener Series.
Meet the Mom Behind Little Nomad Foam Play Mats
If you are looking to transform your baby’s play area without giving up your dream of a beautifully decorated, yet livable home, do yourself a favor and check out these amazing foam play mats from Little Nomad, and our interview with its creator.
An Inflatable Obstacle Course for Kids and Adults? Yes Please!
Looking for a fun obstacle course you can do with your kids? Sign up for the 5K Inflatable Run coming to the OC Fair & Event Center on April 21, 2018.
Your Must Have List of Apps by Age
February break is HERE and Spring break is just around the corner. Check out this list of must have Apps (by Age) to get you thru those long car/plane rides!
Are Your Kids Monkeys? You Need Tumbling/Martial Arts Mats!
Most kids have a lot of energy. And while I love my kids’ energy, I also love it when they expend that energy outside. Enter our current backyard setup!