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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!
Have you Checked Out Little Lido Kids Club?
On the 3rd Thursday of every month bring your little ones to Lido Village Books in Newport Beach for their FREE Kids Club.
FREEBIE: A Little Something Extra for Lunches!
What better week to add a little something extra to our kid’s lunches?! Just PRINT/CUT!
Year of the Dog . . . Lunar New Year Celebrations
Don’t be sad that Valentine’s Day will soon come and go because this Friday, February 16th marks the Year of the Dog with Lunar New Year Celebrations happening all over town.
Love/Hate Relationship with Crafts?
Check out our list of 3 easy crafts to make at home, or 3 local crafting events to hit up this week in honor of Valentine’s Day!
Baby Date Festival
Valentine’s Day isn’t just for adults! This year, mompreneur Jammie Hsu is bringing her vision of children’s entertainment and family fun to the OC Fair & Event Center with The Baby Date Festival!