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Read moreMonth: March 2021
3 Ways To Take Your Backyard To The Next Level
The weather is getting warmer, days are longer, it’s officially time to expand your work space, schooling, and family gatherings to the great outdoors. Birds chirping, fresh air, the warmth of the sun, it’s all so inviting especially after a harsh cold winter, but what about that old deck/patio furniture? Investing in an outdoor conversation seating set to better utilize your yard this spring and summer is very wise. In addition to outdoor seating here are three ways you can spruce up your backyard.
Read moreToledo Summer Camps 2021
It’s that time of year again! Time to register for summer camp! Woot Woot!! I know what you’re thinking, it’s only March, summer is still months away. I used to think the same thing; I figured summer camp registration would be in May. Let me tell you, it only takes once, one time of seeing your kiddo totally disappointment upon hearing the news that they can’t go to the summer camp ALL their friends are going to because Mom didn’t register them back in March!! Thus we are helping you get a jump start on registration! We’ve taken the time to collate camps and divide them into categories, thus, hopefully making the process as simple as possible for you, simply click on the link to be directed to the camp’s website. Please note, there are a few camps that don’t have their 2021 summer camp schedule up yet, we will be updating those, so keep an eye out, & stop back. Don’t let your child miss out on the summer fun!! If you appreciate the time and energy spent to collate this list please share & do let camps know you heard about them from Mom on the go in Holy Toledo. Thanks, loves! And Cheers to nothing but HAPPY CAMPERS!! Read more
Indian Creek Zoo is OPENS (Discounted Admission)
Looking for a local place to take the kids for a fun adventure this weekend! Where they have the opportunity to get up close and personal with camels, goats, Emus, alligators, wallabies, buffalo, and more!! You might not be able to take the kids on a wild and exotic vacation to Australia, the Sahara Dessert, or Florida Everglades but the wild and exotic animals that reside in such places are closer to home than you think, in Lambertville, Michigan at Indian Creek Zoo!! Best part, they’re opening early and offering a discount on admission…. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
4 Fun At-Home Ballet Exercises To Do with Your Kids
As a parent working from home, you might feel as though you are stuck with little restless balls of energy. An easy way to get your kids moving with you is by turning exercises into games and adding a ballet twist. Read on for some at-home exercises you can do with your little ones.
Read moreNo Mess Paint & Chalk for Kids (Discount Included)
“Mom, I want to paint!” Why do these five words make moms cringe? Though it sounds like an innocent activity don’t let it fool you, it’s legit a lion disguised as a lamb kind of activity. How so? Well, let’s just say it requires multiple steps, messes are not optional, and ya better be packin loads of patience!
Read moreHow to Choose a New Car
Purchasing a new car can be intimidating. It’s one of the most stressful buying decisions we all make. How much do you really know about what to take into consideration when you choose your new vehicle? Having all the facts can give you confidence when you head to the dealership.
Read moreGiraffe Encounter
Looking for the perfect spring break adventure? Perhaps a reward for good behavior? Or just a fun way to keep the kids’ heads up after this crazy school year;)? When was the last time you got up-close and personal with a Giraffe?
HUGE DEAL- Tuesday March 9th & Wednesday March 10th the zoo is OPEN, admission is ONLY $10 and includes Giraffe Encounter!!
Indian Creek Zoo’s Giraffe Encounter isn’t just epic fun, it’s also educational and will have your Giraffe knowledge reaching new heights! Kids and kids at heart will enjoy feeding and petting giraffes as well as learning so much about the world’s tallest mammal. About their habitat, diet, and so much more!
Read moreMake Your Own Bath Bombs at Buff City Soap in Toledo
“Awesome”, “the coolest”, &, “surprisingly not too girly!”! So, what was supposed to be a “mommy & me” day with my youngest quickly became a sibling day once all three kiddos caught wind of what we had planned. And what exactly had we planned? To make bath bombs at Buff City Soap! The kiddos legit loved it! I was a bit shocked, even my tween boy had fun mixing up the bath bombs & his takeaway; it’s surprisingly not too girly! Yup, he had his reservations at first, but anything with the word “bomb” in it can’t be too girly, right?! Lol! Here’s how our awesome experience went down….
Images were taken pre-Covid
8 Mother Son Date Ideas in Toledo
Why Mother Son Dates?
–A close mother-son relationship is good for a boy’s mental health. A study presented at the American Psychological Association showed that boys who are close to their mothers tend not to buy into hyper-masculine stereotypes. They don’t believe, for instance, that you have to always act tough, go it alone or fight to prove your manhood every time you are challenged. These boys remained more emotionally open. Not only did they have better friendships, but also less anxiety and depression than their more macho peers.
-Teenage boys who are close to their moms engage in less risky behavior. It has long been known that good parent-teen communication can help lessen the influence of negative peer pressure. But new research shows that it is a boy’s mother who is the most influential when it comes to her son’s decision making about alcohol, drugs and sex. Some researchers speculate that the nature of mother-son communication accounts for the difference: mothers usually don’t have one big “drug talk” or “sex talk” but instead tend to weave the topic into other conversations or family activities.
–Far from making boys weaker, the love of a mother can and does actually make boys stronger, emotionally and psychologically. Far from making boys dependent, the base of safety a loving mother can create—a connection that her son can rely on all his life—provides a boy with the courage to explore the outside world. But most important, far from making a boy act in ‘girl-like’ ways, a loving mother actually plays an integral role in helping a boy develop his masculinity.
Sources: https://www.familyeducation.com/life/mother-son-relationships/what-sons-learn-their-mothers
http://www.telegram.com/article/20120509/NEWS/120509477
8 Mother Son Date Ideas in Toledo
NickelWorld
NickelWorld is a unique concept in Family Entertainment. They have Over 100 Games!! All Games Operate with NICKELS!! While some Games Take Two or Three Nickels, MOST Games are one Nickel each to play!! PLUS, they have 13 FREE GAMES!! Most Games also WIN TICKETS to trade in for all sorts of PRIZES!!
Address: 2545 S Reynolds Rd, Toledo, OH 43614
Hours: Open 7 days a week, 11AM–10PM
Phone: (419) 385-3297
Website:http://www.nickelworldtoledo.com/
Admission: $2.50 to enter and then however many nickels you would like…$5 is usually more than enough
Sportway of Toledo
This seasonal go-kart racing facility also offers an 18-hole mini-golf course & batting cages.
Address: 5950 Angola Rd, Toledo, OH 43615
Hours: Tues-Thurs and Sundays 11AM–11PM Fri. and Sat. 11PM-12AM
Phone: (419) 867-1006
Website:http://sportwayinc.com/
Admission: Single Go-Kart $6 / 3 laps and Double Go-Kart $7 / 3 laps
Batting Cage…$1 = 1 token (15 pitches) $5 = 6 tokens (buy 5 get one free)
Mini-gold…18 Holes Adults $6 Kids – 6 & under $3
Clelands
Northwest Ohio’s only full service hunting and shooting sports specialty store. Their ranges give you a place to practice year round. Use the indoor pistol range or indoor archery range throughout the year, in climate-controlled comfort. The outdoor 3-D range is available from March thru October.
Address: 10306 Airport Hwy, Swanton, OH 43558
Hours: Monday-Friday 10AM–7PM Saturday 10AM-6PM Closed Sundays
Phone: (419) 865-4713
Website:http://www.clelands.com/
Admission: Varies
Schmucker’s Restaurant
Classic, original dinner experience! Opened in 1948 and is still going strong! When you walk in you step back in time, the 13 chrome stools at the lunch counter have been there from the beginning, as has the wooden phone booth in the corner. And the food is still good, plentiful and inexpensive.
Address: 2103 N Reynolds Rd, Toledo, OH 43615
Hours: Monday-Saturday 5AM–11PM Closed Sundays
Phone: (419) 535-9116
Q-Zar
This entertainment center known for its large laser tag arena also has arcade games & hosts parties.
Address: 5836 Monroe St, Sylvania, OH 43560
Hours: Monday, Thursday, & Friday 4–10PM Closed Tuesday & Wednesday, and on Saturdays & Sundays 12pm-10pm
Phone: (419) 885-3460
Website:https://www.qzartoledo.com/
Admission: Laser Tag Prices -$8.50 One game of laser tag, $15.00 Two game pack, & $19.00 Three game pack
All You Can Play Sessions $19.00 per person Monday, Thursday & Friday: 4pm – 7pm and Sunday, Monday & Thursday: 7pm – 10pm
Dave & Busters
Family-friendly chain offering a sports-bar-style setting for American food & arcade games.
Address: 5001 Monroe St, Toledo, OH 43623
Hours: Monday-Thursday and Sundays 10AM–12AM Fridays & Saturdays 10AM-2AM
Phone: (419) 481-9800
Website: https://www.daveandbusters.com/
Admission: Varies
Pete’s Garage
The restaurant is a kid’s favorite!! Request a table in a car…yep, you read right, a table inside a classic car! This bar & grill serves American, Italian & Mexican fare in a relaxed setting with eclectic decor.
Address: 930 N Telegraph Rd, Monroe, MI 48162
Hours: Open 7 days a week 10:30AM–2AM
Phone: (734) 243-0343
Website:http://www.petesgaragemi.com
Admission: Varies
Phoenix Theatres Mall of Monroe Movie Theater
100% reclining seats! And Matinees, anything showing before 6PM is only $5!
Address: The Mall of Monroe 2121 N Monroe St
Phone: (734) 457-9080
Hours: Varies
Website:http://www.phoenixmovies.net/loc_frenchtown
Admission: General Admission-$8.75, Child, (11 and under) $6.00, Seniors, (60 and over) $6.00 Matinees before 6 PM $5.00