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Summer Sun Safety

Summer in Florida means LOTS of outdoor time. Pool, beach, park and loads more. We're all about fun in the sun, but want to make sure we keep our munchkins - and ourselves - safe from sun damage. We chatted with board certified dermatologist Dr. Donna Bilu Martin, MD to get some summer sun [...]

Summer Fun 2022

Summer is HERE and we couldn't be more excited! Welcome to your hub for all things FUN. We've got community activities, camps, craft projects, summer bucket lists, slime ideas, summer shopping tips, book recommendations & much, much more. Come back often as we update regularly. Summer FUN for Everyone Summer 2022 Bucket List. 1o things [...]

Birthday Freebies in Florida – 2026 updates!

Everyone likes free stuff on their birthday! Party like a rock star…and get some free stuff and perks for your kids birthday or your own. As always, please double check with any vendor before heading out. Check out our full guide to free kids’ activities in your area! Calendars are updated daily, with hundreds [...]

5 Things to Do with Kids in Florida

Get a jumpstart this year with these 5 ideas for Florida Family Fun... Visit a Theme Park. Visit a theme park central in FL. Can't go wrong with mainstays like Disney, Legoland or Universal, but we also love exploring smaller parks or attractions like Dinosaur World (Plant City), Fun Spot America (Orlando), Gatorland (Orlando) and [...]

FUN on the Fourth of July

Summer, fireworks, BBQs, sparklers - we love July 4th! Our communities are bringing the FUN! Scroll below to find select local fun in your area For more events check our event calendars. Find Local July 4th Events Broward | Central FL | Jacksonville | Miami | Palm Beach | Tampa Bay [...]

Back to School Guides

How is it already almost school time? We're clinging to the last few lazy days of summer, but getting our ducks in a row for a productive, fun school year. Our Back to School Guides have got you covered with quick organization tips, crafts & city listings of after school & enrichment programs... click [...]

8 Tips to Start Your School Year Off Right

How is it already back to school time? Start your year off on the right foot with these 8 Back to School Tips... Plan a Visit. Walk or ride to school. Check out the neighborhood, the carpool line, the entrance. Talk to your child about where you’ll drop off and pickup. If [...]

A Note From Our Founder

I’m a mom of three staring down the precipice of middle school wondering where the manic toddler years went. We had three kids in four years - 2012-2014 are basically a blur. I’ve loved every minute of being a parent, even the ones I didn’t love until days later. Now as our oldest daughter starts [...]

Aquatica Orlando is Certified as an Autism Center Water Park

Dive into your next family road trip! Aquatica Orlando, a water park operated by SeaWorld Orlando, has just become the world's first water park to be a Certified Autism Center. Sounds fancy! What does it actually mean? Aquatica Orlando has: Has completed staff training in autism sensitivity & awareness (and will continue to do so) [...]

Florida Water Park Guide

Summer in South Florida is a (at least!) a six-month affair. Make the most of the season with splashes & giggles at a local water park.... Jump to: Broward County, Jacksonville, Miami-Dade County, Orlando, Palm Beach County, Tampa Bay Regardless of your destination... Hours vary by park, make sure to call & confirm before [...]