Free Admission to State Parks June 1st for National Trails Day-Plus, Family Volunteer Opportunities!

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June 1st is National Trails Day, which means Free admission to Washington State Parks  (sadly, not National Parks) And lots of volunteer opportunities at parks and trails near you. If you’d like to help out, here are a few efforts that looked kid friendly to me. Point Defiance Park, Tacoma Trail work; groups of 3 [...]

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Open House at Concordia Lutheran Preschool and Pre-K Bonney Lake-Tonight!

A quick reminder that the open house event with our sponsors at  Concordia Lutheran School Bonney Lake is tonight! Drop in and check out the bright, fun classrooms and meet their experienced staff. Honestly? I’ve spent a lot of time checking out preschools, and you really need to visit in person and meet the teachers to [...]

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Spots Still Open in Day Camps for Preschoolers at Discovery Village in Gig Harbor

Calling Gig Harbor, Tacoma, and Kitsap moms and dads! Have you checked out this year’s summer day camp programs for preschoolers  with our awesome sponsors at Gig Harbor’s Discovery Village?  Discovery Village is a children’s museum and preschool, and every time I mention it, readers from all over send in rave reviews. I’ve raved about [...]

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Once Sold Tales Warehouse Closing Sale: Can You Help Half A Million Books Find Homes?

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Update:Today, Monday the 3rd, is the last day for the store.  10.00 a bag sale continues from 9-5. I thought I’d give you a little update on the closing sale at Once Sold Tales in Kent. I’ve written about this fun, used book spot before, but Jen from ThriftyNorthwestMom got all the scoop on the [...]

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South Sound Weekend Kids’ Calendar: Family Fun for May 24th-27th!

Looking for things to do with the family this weekend?  If you live near Tacoma, Auburn, Lacey, Puyallup, Gig Harbor, Olympia-or somewhere in between-I’ve got you covered! South Sound family fun is right here! Headed elsewhere? For Seattle or Portland area fun you’ll want to check out the fantastic list over at ThriftyNWmom compiled by [...]

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Kids’ Summer Movie Programs at Regal and Cinemark! Shows Just 1.00 (or less)!

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It’s almost time for cheap summer movies for the kids!  I’ll remind you about these, but here’s the rundown if you want to plan on some now. Not familiar with these great programs? Theaters run them to bring families in, and it’s a great way to entertain the kids. Movies are typically older ones, but [...]

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Lowes Build and Grow

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Lowes has opened registration for their next Build and Grow event. It’s a Monsters University tie-in . These fill faster and faster every time, so register now while there are plenty of spaces, and mark your calendar. These are free events, and kids go home with an apron and other fun goodies after building their [...]

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Learning Sprout Pirate Party

Avast, ye mateys! Looking for some mom and son time?   It’s not to late to register for the Pirate Party at Learning Sprout Toys in downtown Tacoma. This one is on the 22nd of June, and is just 6.00 per child and 2.00 per adult. There will be refreshments and a variety of pirate [...]

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Preschool and Pre-K Enrolling Now at Concordia Lutheran School Bonney Lake

Are you looking for a great preschool in Bonney Lake? We’re so pleased to have our friends at Concordia Lutheran School back as sponsors this month. Read on to find out about their fun, Christian preschool and how you can visit during their upcoming open house! Concordia Lutheran Preschool OPEN HOUSE Wednesday, May 29 6:00-7:30 [...]

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Meet All Starz Bounce! Locally Owned Bounce House Rental!

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Calling Puyallup and Tacoma area party planners! If you’re looking to book a bounce house for your next birthday party, school function, or church bash, you’ll want to check out my new sponsors, All Starz Bounce! Read on for all the scoop from mom and owner, Stephanie! All Starz Bounce is a locally family owned [...]

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