homeschooling around the USA St. Louis

Homeschooling Around the USA – A Day in St. Louis

Maria Bassett shares her family’s experience visiting St. Louis, Missouri. They even rode a tram to the top of the St. Louis Arch also known as the Gateway Arch. This trip is a fun and educational destination for the whole family. St. Louis, Missouri is rich in American history. From the Louisiana Purchase, to the […]

The Old Exchange in Charleston, South Carolina

Mom Review: The Old Exchange in Charleston

Local mom Jackie Vest shares her experience taking her children to The Old Exchange in Charleston, SC.  The Old Exchange is touted as a “must-see” when visiting downtown Charleston. Located right on the water, it is a historical gem of both the Colonial and Revolutionary eras – being at times a Revolutionary-era prison, a place […]

Spartanburg Science Center

The Spartanburg Science Center Offers a Fun and Educational Experience for Kids

Are you looking for an educational and fun experience for the kids? The Spartanburg Science Center, located within the Chapman Cultural Center, is the perfect spot to get your reptile, amphibian, and psychics fix! There are lots of things to do in Spartanburg, SC! Be sure to check them out and make a day of […]

M. Judson Storytime on the Steps in Downtown Greenville.

Storytime on the Steps at M. Judson Booksellers is the Perfect Family Activity!

Have you been to a Storytime on the Steps at M. Judson Booksellers in Downtown Greenville? This fun event takes on front steps M. Judson Booksellers, and you can catch it each Wednesday and Saturday. Your toddlers and preschoolers will LOVE it! M. Judson Storytime on the Steps My mom and I took our preschooler […]

10 Things You Need to Know About Music Lessons

Thankfully we live in a community that is very aware and supportive of the arts and all of the benefits that come with early and sustained exposure to the arts. Parents will enroll their very young children in Kindermusik®, for example, because they want their children to develop a love for and interest in music in the hopes that they will continue on with music lessons. But in case the thought of becoming a music lesson parent feels a little daunting to you, or even if you’re perfectly confident about having your child taking music lessons, here are some things you didn’t know you needed to know about music lessons.

Whistle stop American cafe

Your Kids Will Love This Train Themed Restaurant

It’s no secret.  Travelers Rest is the place to be. This little town has made its way into the hearts of families in the Upstate, with good reason.  Take an afternoon, better yet a Saturday, and see for yourself. Our visit to The Whistle Stop in Travelers Rest One of my favorite places to visit […]

Touch a Truck at Westside Park

Kidding Around® History: Touch a Truck at Westside Park

Hello! You’ve come to a piece of Kidding Around® history. This piece is one of our very first Kidding Around® pieces and we’ve kept it in its original format because, well, we are a little sentimental over here. The touch-a-truck events no longer happen at Westside Park. But don’t worry, you can still find tons of […]

Capture Those Precious Moments With E Mc B Photography

Thank you to E Mc B Photography for sponsoring this giveaway. We think that you will love her adorable Easter bunny photos, birthday photos, and spring mini-sessions! Bunnies + Kids Bunnies are some of the cutest animals ever. I had three bunnies as pets – Coco, Fudge and Oreo – they were as cute as […]

My Heart’s Desire Photography

We are excited to be featuring local photographers who specialize in family, children, maternity, and/or infant photography this fall. If you haven’t already done so already, be sure to check out our interactive Photography Guide where you can find this post’s sponsor My Heart’s Desire Photography gracing the cover. This is the perfect time of year […]

Photography Spotlight: J. Wingreen Photography

We are excited to be featuring local photographers who specialize in family, children, maternity, and/or infant photography this fall. If you haven’t already done so already, be sure to check out our interactive Photography Directory where you can find our fall 2014 photography sponsors. This is the perfect time of year to get photos taken, […]

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