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Pumpkin Patch Packed FUN
Live Oak Canyon Pumpkin Patch One of the larger pumpkin patches in the area, the Live Oak Canyon Pumpkin Patch Is one to visit this FALL Head out this Weekend and bring the entire Family! This fun family pumpkin patch experience with hay rides, shows, slides, ponies,...

Whole 30 Chicken and Mango Chopped Salad
Looking for a go-to salad to meal-prep and eat all week long? This Chicken and Mango Chopped Salad Whole30-approved recipe is for you! The option of using rotisserie chicken and bagged lettuce makes this as easy as ordering lunch—for half the price. Here’s the recipe,...

5 Ways to Center Yourself for the School Year
Heading back to school after a fun summer can be a bummer for kids, and the transition can also put a huge burden on parents. “Moms may struggle with the invisible labor involved in getting everyone settled—things like getting the kids to doctors appointments...

Family Series at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
Through the Family Series, Segerstrom Center brings the best professional youth performances from around the world to Orange County. The 2023-2024 Family Series is divided into Discovery, Explorer, and Sensory Friendly/Relaxed series to help your family find the best...

Fall Fun
There are plenty of fun Fall Activities that the entire family can enjoy this year! Check out our list of events and let us know in if we missed one of your favorites! [email protected] Julian Farm & Orchard A 25-acre farm where you may...

Meet a Dad & Daughter: Bob & Erin Odenkirk!
Bob Odenkirk is best known for his memorable acting roles, as Saul Goodman on Breaking Bad and the title role in the spin-off, Better Call Saul. His background is as a comedian, though, having forged a TV career first on Saturday Night Live and Late Night with Conan...

Labor day outings with the Family
Looking for things to do for Labor Day weekend 2023? Follow this itinerary for a memorable Labor Day weekend filled with great ideas that will leave you smiling ear to ear from the perfect time off! Things to Do: Glen Ivy Hot Springs Spa (Corona) Take a...

How to Fun? We have ideas for you
Our most recommended things to do this weekend: 626 Night Market – Orange County Hungry and not sure what to eat? Head over to the 626 night market located in Costa Mesa, CA where you will be able to find over 50+ food vendors and over 50+ Merch vendors. The entire...

IRVINE STAYCATION Idea for the Upcoming Holidays
Staycations have become increasingly popular over the last few years, and the Sonesta Hotel in Irvine is an excellent choice for those looking for a luxurious stay in Southern California. This hotel has luxurious amenities and activities, making it an ideal...

REAL EXPERIENCES AND TRUE ADVENTURES MAKING THE WEEKEND EVEN BETTER!
This Weekend ~ be inspired, be curious ~ Discover Cube – Santa Ana Paw Patrol: Adventure Play is now open and available for families with children of all ages. This activity is included in your admission and contains many interactive activities for a...

The Stephanie Young Group to Host a FREE Shredding & E-waste Recycling Event on September 9th
The Stephanie Young Group led by Stephanie Young , a local mom and realtor is proud to sponsor a FREE Paper Shredding and E-waste Recycling Event from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Saturday, September 9th, 2023 at the Village Square Park, Portola Springs Community, located...

Get FREE stuff on your BIRTHDAY
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Good Housekeeping Nutritionist Approved: Snacks Kids and Moms Will Love!
If there’s one task that makes parents groan about back-to-school, it’s packing lunches. We need quick get-us-out-the-door options that both taste good and are good for our kids’ growing bodies and brains. With so many options on the shelves, how do we narrow...

Meet a Mom: Caitlin Murray of Big Time Adulting!
Caitlin Murray of Big Time Adulting has 1 million followers on Instagram, a popular podcast and coined an iconic self-care catch phrase for moms: “get yourself a snack”. But her foray into social media started at a tough time in her life. “When I was pregnant...

Are you ready to take your summer escapades to the next level?
Bombs Away Bombs Away is the Newest, Fastest, Steepest drop we've ever had at Raging Waters. Choose between the 70-degree AquaDrop reaching speeds up to 30 feet per second or the twisting, turning loop through a closed-tube 325 foot-long fly-by. Aqua Rocket Aqua...

Easy Mini Lobster Rolls
Summer can feel fleeting, but making a few classic summer dishes can create memories that last well after fall. One of the classics? Lobster rolls. This version from Leigh and Alston, the moms behind Habitual Hostess, are miniature, so perfect for bringing to a...

Top Tips for A Smooth Transition Home from Camp
Like college students heading home from school, children returning home from camp have a big adjustment ahead. Sometimes, re-entry can become…rocky. It’s not just kids getting used to living back under our roof; we parents likely miss our break from driving...

Motherhood Is Not Black & White
Motherhood isn’t black and white, and every day of motherhood reveals this. You can be a successful mother, partner and woman in a rainbow of ways. Here’s what we know: You are a Rockstar new mom for birthing a child whether you have an unmedicated birth or order your...

Meet a Mom: Bethenny Frankel!
Bethenny Frankel; Credit: Celeste Sloan Bethenny Frankel instantly became a household name in 2008, as a breakout star on Season 1 of Real Housewives of NYC. A year later, she launched Skinnygirl, first with a wildly popular pre-packaged margarita, then later...

‘Alohilani Resort: Hawaii for Families
Premier Ocean Front Room View Planning a trip to Hawaii? The ‘Alohilani Resort in Waikiki is a *perfect* choice for families, with tons of activities for the kids, top-notch restaurants and above and beyond service that help parents feel like they’re on...