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Santa Sightings around Toledo
Santa Sightings!! Are you serious Clark?! Lol!
Here are what we have thus far…be sure to check back, we will be updating as sightings of the Jolly man with the beard as white as snow come in…
SANTA’S GRAND ARRIVAL at Franklin Park Friday, Nov. 16, 10:00 am – Noon
Bring your littles to Macy’s court to welcome Saint Nick. Cheer as he rides in on the train at 10:00 a.m., listen to a story read by Crystal the elf, make a holiday countdown chain and of course visit with Santa and capture the moment with a professional photo memory.
Visit with Santa Claus @ Shops at Levis Commons November 17 – December 23
Bring the whole family (and your camera!) to visit Santa and Mrs. Claus (on special dates) – share your Wish List with Santa Claus in the updated Santa House courtesy of our friends at Arhaus. Take FREE photos with your own camera and share on Social Media #LifeAtLevis for a chance to win great Levis Commons prizes!
Santa’s Magical arrival Nov. 23rd 5:30-7:30pm @ The Shops At Fallen Timbers
(In-between Forever 21 & Kay Jewelers) DJ kicks it off at 5:30pm & costume character from Laurels Princesses, Toledo Mud Hens, & BG…santa due to arrive on a lit-up firetruck at 6:45pm, followed by a magical fireworks show!!
Nov. 24th & 25th 12-3pm @ Duke Farms, 44 West Samaria, Michigan 48182
$5 gets you a picture with Mr. & Mrs. Clause (using your own camera, photographer will cost more), Bonfire w/s’mores, carriage rides, & visit in the petting farm!!
Have you seen him? Please comment below with any Santa Spottings around town…
Mom on the go Podcast!
Click on link below to listen to our first episode! And we need your help…each episode we will be debating hot topics related to motherhood, nothing is off limits, we will take on any topic nothing is too controversial! So, comment below with your topic ideas today & be sure to tune in to our next episode (published every Saturday morning). So grab some wine, basket of laundry, & listen in….
Visit Toledo Firefighter Museum for Fire Safety Awareness Month
Look. Listen. Learn. Be aware. A fire can be anywhere.
- According to the NFPA*, in 2016 there were 352,000 home fires, and 3 out of 5 fire deaths occurred in homes without smoke alarms.
- Less than 50% of homeowners have an escape plan.
- Carbon monoxide is the #1 cause of accidental death.
These facts and statistics are reasons why your home needs to be equipped with the proper amount of fire safety equipment and alarms. Fire Safety Awareness Month is a great time to kick start your families commitment to fire safety! (Source: https://www.nfpa.org/fpw)
And there is no better way to kick start your family’s fire safety commitment than by visiting the Toledo Firefighter Museum. We are fortunate to have such an amazing resource in Toledo.
Not only does it commemorate all those who have sacrificed for our safety, it illustrate the advances in fire safety over the decades/centuries, & it also offers an invaluable teaching mechanism upstairs, “Jed’s Room”, a fire simulator space that helps children see how a fire and smoke spreads, why they need to stay low to the ground, how to escape, and more! They also offer the children the opportunity to try on some of the firefighter gear which is important, we don’t want young children to hide and be scared of firefighters in the case of a fire, we want them to seek them and get out safety.
Toledo Firefighter Museum
Address: 918 W Sylvania Ave, Toledo, OH 43612
Phone: (419) 478-3473
Hours: Saturdays 12-4pm or by appointment (perfect for groups-playgroups, Scouts, etc.)
Cost: FREE
Website: http://www.toledofirefightersmuseum.org/
Additional resources…..
Link: http://www.sparky.org/
Link: http://www.toledofirerescue.com/assets/SmokeAlarmDistForm1.pdf
Clean Comedy Show in Toledo (get Tickets ASAP!)
As many of you know I am always on the lookout for new, different, & exciting experiences for a family date, and/or a mother/son, father/daughter date so when I came across this I had to share! Check this out; kids can actually attend a comedy show! Don’t worry parents; it’s a clean comedy show. How cool is this!?
All Age Show With Greg Warren
Greg Warren, most recently seen on “The Late Late Show” and “Comedy Central Presents” has built a strong fan base with an act inspired by his Midwestern upbringing. His CDs, “Running Out of Time” (2013) and “One Star Wonder” (2009) hit #3 and #6 respectively in iTunes Top Comedy Albums. An honest mix of self-deprecation, frustration and an arsenal of lifelike characters highlight Greg’s colorful perspective. Greg attracts a diverse audience spectrum, having performed as a “Coming to the Stage” finalist on BET and on Country Music Television’s “Comedy Stage.” He is also a favorite on the nationally syndicated Bob & Tom radio show, which led to touring theaters across the country with The Bob & Tom All Stars Comedy Tour. He appeared in the independent film “23 Minutes to Sunrise,” and will be featured in the upcoming film “Marshall The Miracle Dog” with Matthew Settle, Lauren Holly and Shannon Elizabeth.
This is something that only happens once in a blue moon so be sure to tag friends and snag some tickets before they are sold out!
Location: Funny Bone 6140 Levis Commons Blvd Perrysburg, OH 43551
Phone: 419-931-3474
Date: Sunday October 7th, 2018
Show Time: 2pm (Arrival time, 1pm)
Cost: $15
Website: Purchase tickets online, click link,
September’s 8 Free Date Night Ideas in Toledo
Back to school supplies, clothes, extracurricular fees, impromptu appliance purchase, etc. which leaves the Date Night fund at, zero! September is one of the most stressful months of the year. Trying to get the entire family back into the swing of things is exhausting & can be strenuous on your relationship. You need a date night more than ever but with $0 in the date night fund makes it tricky! Wouldn’t it be nice if you could spice things up with a Concert by Havana’s top musicians, stargaze at an observatory, see the Toledo Symphony in Concert, allow your inner foodie to come out & play with a cooking instruction class? Guess what? You can do all these & more!
Here’s September’s 8 Free Date Night Ideas in Toledo…
Friday Night Concert featuring ORQUESTA AKOKÁN-A Big Band collection of Havana’s top musicians
When: Friday Sept. 14th 5:30-10pm
Where: Promenade Park downtown
Cost: Free (meter parking is free on the weekends)
Website: http://momentumtoledo.org/
Assembled and led by Cuban vocalist José “Pepito” Gómez, Daptone recording artists Orquesta Akokán is a big band collective of the finest Cuban musicians, both young and old. Their self-titled debut release is on one of the most critically acclaimed release of 2018. Orquesta Akokán was specifically chosen for this concert to continue the evolving trajectory forward of Momentum to bring original diverse music to our community. The concert will be free for the community.
Toledo Symphony Momentum Concert with Tan Dun
When: Friday, September 15th @ 6:30pm
Where: Promenade Park downtown
Cost: Free (meter parking is free on the weekends)
Website: http://momentumtoledo.org/
Grammy Award winning Chinese composer Tan Dun, best known for his music for the 2008 Beijing Olympics and his film scores for “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” and “Hero”, has created a visually and sonically spectacular concert experience unlike any other. A trio of sensational percussionists slap, beat, cup and wield water in transparent bowls and specially-crafted instruments to create provocative, amazingly inventive soundscapes.
Flower power! Community, at TMA
Community, the latest installation at the Toledo Museum of Art is a must-see! As you enter the installation a tidal wave of calm greets you while the cascading beauty & fragrance envelops you.
Best part, free admission Thursdays!
When: Thursdays 5-9pm
Where:Toledo Museum of Art
Cost: Free only on Thursdays from 5-9pm
Website: https://www.toledomuseum.org/art/exhibitions
How it works…claim your free timed ticket at the information desk upon arrival. Each ticket allows a 20 minute window to view the exhibit. Arrive early if possible & if you can not plan on touring the museum until you assigned time.
Latino Quesadilla! Food Demonstration
Enjoy a Hispanic Heritage Month Cooking Program! Sofia Quintero Arts and Cultural Center demonstrates how to cook up a Latino quesadilla using ingredients not normally found in a traditional quesadilla. This program is being offered at 3 different dates/times…
When: Saturday, September 08: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Where: Kent Library (Meeting Room A)
Cost: Free
Website: http://events.toledolibrary.org/event/853093
When: Saturday, September 15: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Where: King Road Library (Meeting Room A & B)
Cost: Free
Website:http://events.toledolibrary.org/event/856291
When: Saturday, September 22: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Where: Heatherdowns Library (Meeting Room A & B)
Cost:Free
Website: http://events.toledolibrary.org/event/780661
Nature at Night!!
Where: Secor Metropark 10000 West Central Avenue Berkey, OH, 43504 (Meet at NCNP parking lot)
When:Friday September 28th 9:30-10:30pm
Cost: Free, but need to register (click on link to register)
Walk in the park after dark and discover the wonders of the night at a time when parks are normally closed. Dress accordingly for the weather and let’s get outside!
Black Holes (August 31st-October 13th)
Where: BGSU Planetarium 112 Physical Sciences Lab Bld, Bowling Green, OH 43403
When: Friday @ 8pm, Saturday @ 2pm, & Sunday @ 7:30pm
Website: https://www.bgsu.edu/arts-and-sciences/physics-and-astronomy/bgsu-planetarium.html
Cost: $1 donation is suggested
Program features a star talk showing the current evening sky followed by a multimedia planetarium show. Weekend programs are followed by stargazing at the Observatory on the roof, weather permitting.
Take a tech class/session together!!
This one looked good for parents…but there are many others to choose from, see website.
Basics-Parental Visibility
Where: Apple Store Franklin Park 5001 Monroe Street Toledo, OH 43623
When: Offered throughout the month click on website
Website: https://www.apple.com/today/store/franklinparkmall/
Parents are invited to this 60-minute session to learn the features of iOS that help them manage what their kids see and do with their devices. You’ll get an overview of Family Sharing, parental controls, and more to help make sure children use their devices in the right ways and for the right reasons.
Make a S’mores Station
Where: Home Depot (click on link to register at your store)
When: Thursday September 20th 6:30-8:30pm
Indulge in a rustic tabletop s’mores station ideal for backyard parties, indoor gatherings, family nights or any reason to savor the traditional campfire dessert. In this workshop, our skilled Store Associate will show you how to measure, mark, cut, stain and assemble a station with dividers to display your s’moregasbord of ingredients and roast your marshmallows above food-safe Sterno® flames. In addition, our Store Associate will demonstrate safe practices in using common project power tools and can help you shop for everything you need to create your own project at home. The Home Depot Workshops are designed to provide a mix of associate-led instruction, demonstration, and some hands-on learning. Materials can be purchased to make your own project. For more information, contact your local Home Depot store.
Need a sitter?
Tag a friend in this post & tell them which one you are interested in…ask them which one they are interested in and then you each take a turn watching the other’s children.
After School Activities Guide (2018)
This isn’t your average after school activities guide! Toledo has stepped up its game and is offering the best in after school fun, from Aerial Silks, Circus, Ninja, Food, Vocal, Hip-Hop classes, to Lego, Slime, & Art Clubs…and awesome hands-on opportunities like Dissecting a Cows Eye! It is literally the best time to be a kid, cultivate your children’s interests, and sign them up today! And don’t forget to tag friends and set up that carpool!
Bird’s Eye View Circus
Classes: Beginner Youth, Intermediate, & Teen Circus Classes (aerial silks, static trapeze, and lyra)
Address: 1153, 2413 Collingwood Blvd 1st floor, Toledo, OH 43620
Phone: (567) 298-6841
Website: https://www.birdseyeviewcircus.com/
Cost: •$20/single class •$105/ 7 Classes •$200/ 14 Classes
“This August is our 6th year anniversary! To celebrate we are offering 10% off all our regular class packages throughout the month of August for youth and adults! Learn more and sign up on our website”
CREATE: Art Studio + Workshop
Classes/Clubs: Preteen Painting Club, Advanced Art 101, Slime Club, After-school Art Club, Friday Preschool Art, Adventures in Painting, & so much more!
Address: 422 Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg, OH 43551
Phone: 419-873-6240
Website: http://www.createperrysburg.com/
Cost: Varies…average is $75-$80 for a 6 week class/club
Register now for art classes and workshops for children and adults. Fall Session starts September 10th!
Exceleration Gymnastics Center
Classes: Classes for babies through teens, boys & girls, Gymnastics, Tumbling, Aerial Silks, Ninjas/Parkour, and birthday parties!
Address: 2255 S Reynolds Rd. Toledo, OH 43614
Phone: 419-381-1000
Website: http://www.excelerationgymnastics.com/
Cost: Varies…$45-$89 See Website for details
Foodology
Classes: Homemade Pierogis, Kids Turn to BAKE, Burger Battle (for teens) Taco Takeover (Family Friendly), Kids Turn to COOK (tweens 9+), and more!
Address: 2059 W Laskey Rd, Toledo, OH 43613
Phone: (567) 970-7100
Website: http://www.foodologytoledo.com/
Cost: Prices for the classes range anywhere from $30 – $80, depending on the menu
Greater Toledo Lego Club/Brick Brainiacs
Classes: Cadets (Pre-K & K), Juniors (1st-4th grade), & Seniors (5th-8th grade) also offers Cyber classes
Club Address: 316 N. Michigan St. Toledo, OH 43604
Phone: 419-318-9756
Website: http://toledolegoclub.org/
Cost: $75 Registration & $40 per month
“Register now for discounted price of $50 and monthly price of $30.”
Imagination Station
Classes: Think Tank- Think Tank Workshops allow you to use real tools, familiar materials and lots of freedom to explore your own ideas. Exploring the eye of a cow through Dissection (Octobers Think Tank)
Address: 1 Discovery Way, Toledo, OH 43604
Phone: (419) 244-2674
Website: https://www.imaginationstationtoledo.org/
Cost: Think Tanks is $6 for members and $8 for Non-Members
Mini Motions Dance Center
Classes: Tap, Jazz, Tumbling, Hip-Hop Modern, Ballet, Lyrical, Cheerleading, Poms, Baton, and more!
Address: 2437 Tremainsville Road. Toledo, Ohio 43613
Phone: 419.473.0999
Website: http://www.minimotionsdance.com/
Cost: $25 Registration Fee – Classes $43-$53 a month.
Fall Registration, Thursday August 16th 5:30-8:00. Classes Start September 4th.
New Heights Gymnastics & More
Classes: Gymnastics, Tumbling, Ninja Zone, Birthday Parties and more!
Business Address: 6539 Weatherfield Ct. Maumee, OH 43537
Phone: 419-795-2132
Website: http://www.newheightstoledo.com/
Cost: Varies!
The University of Toledo Community Music Program
UT Center for Performing Arts
Lessons/Classes: Workshops, ensembles, music lessons and more, the Community Music Program seeks to provide local people of all ages with ways to engage their passion for music. Beginner group music lessons in piano and guitar (6 weeks of lessons) start September 4. Other 6-week sessions available starting October 23, January 22 and March 12. Visit online today to learn more.
Address: 1910 W. Rocket Drive Toledo, OH 43606
Phone: 419-530-2448
Website: www.utoledo.edu/al/svpa/music/communitymusic/
Operated by the University of Toledo Department of Music, the Community Music Program offers many opportunities for music education and performance, and does not require enrollment as a student at UT.
Imagination Station Playground
If you are touring the Spangler Factory (Dum-Dum Factory) in Bryan, Ohio anytime soon then this playground needs to be on your itinerary! It is literally a hop, skip, & jump from the factory…or better yet, just ask the amazing Spangler worker behind the counter for directions to the playground (they have printouts). Pack a picnic lunch and make an afternoon of it in gorgeous Bryan, Ohio!
Imagination Station Playground
Where: 1313 Horton Trail, Bryan, OH 43506
Phone: 419-633-6030
Website: http://www.bryanparksandrec.com/
Amenities: Imagination Station Playground offers kids endless fun! There is a Toddler area, it’s partially enclosed, has a nice variety of picnicking options…picnic tables in sun and shade, restrooms, (no changing stations), it’s near the tennis courts, and is short walking distance from the parking lost…like, literally 10 feet, very close!
Need a rainy day suggestion?
New Hope has an indoor playground area…a KidZone play area full of exciting things for all preschoolers and elementary children (up to 5th grade). A trampoline, tube slide, racing slides, tunnels and obstacles are sure to keep your kids busy while you relax and watch them play. They even have a toddler area within the room with toys specifically for little ones. Bring socks…no shoes on trampoline, etc.
KidZone Play Area New Hope Church
Address: 15627 US-127, Bryan, OH 43506
Phone: (419) 636-1362
Hours: KidZone is open to the public Monday – Thursday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (check website for holiday hours)
Back to School Shopping with Kids ($50 Gift Card)
Post your pic of you and your kiddos shopping at Franklin Park Mall to the Facebook page…winner will be randomly selected next Wednesday (8/8/18). Good luck, loves!
Know of any great deals going on around town, do tell!!
-FYI-sign up for store emails & you will often receive a coupon for 15-20% off an order. Already signed up? Sign up a family member or open a new email account.
-Gymboree…sign up to receive emails & receive 20% off your purchase Gymboree
& earn GymBucks…$25 in GymBucks for every $50 you spend (redeem bucks Sept.19th-30th)
-Payless-sign up for emails & get a coupon for 20% off
https://www.payless.com/coupons/discounts-and-savings.html
-Macy’s Backstage…offers 20-80% off of retail everyday! (Located upstairs in Macy’s)
-Uniform clothing is 50% off at JCPenny’s, Children’s Place, Crazy8…practically every store that has uniform clothing has a great deal going on now.
-JCPenny…get 15% off your entire order, 20% with JCP card, get $10 off of $50 for school uniforms, get kids cut for $10, etc. click on link for barcodes https://m.jcpenney.com/m/jcpenney-coupons/N-mpi6e5
-Aeropostale had great stuff for boys/men…polos as low as $7 also, insider rewards (get $10 off of $50, $15 off of $75, & $25 off of $100) Click Here
-Dicks has backpacks 40-50% off (for the older kiddos…if your littles are still rockin unicorns, emojis, etc. this is not wear you want to shop)
-Bath & Body Works-lots of great deals! (Hand sanitizers for book-bags are 5 for $6) Also, if you received the coupons on the mail for 20% off & 1 Free body care item don’t forget to take it with you!
-J.Crew Mercantile UP TO 60% OFF EVERYTHING! Plus: First Time Ever Friends and Family Event: get an extra 20% off your purchase of $75 or more (August 1st-7th)
-FYI parents….bd’s Mongolian Grill has $5 Margaritas
Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg on a Budget
Road Trip! Time to make those epic family memories with the kiddos! But you can’t even take the family out to eat without dropping some serious coin. How are you supposed to travel for the weekend/week!? Simple, just follow these basic guidelines;
- Research the best places to stay & get the best deal! Search….travago.com, expedia.com, kayak.com, Airbnb.com, pigionforgejellystone.com (they have Glamping tents, ladies…and Yogi Bear will personally deliver cookies & milk to your camp site for a small fee), etc. some are as low as $44 a night, depending on day. Always read the fine print & look out for added fees. When possible book at places that offer FREE breakfast & a pool…going out to eat for breakfast can get pricey (save $20+ a day with free breakfast) and pools are the BEST when traveling with kids. Lastly, EBATES, baby! (10% cash back on bookings on their hotels, just FYI)
- Only visit places you don’t have at home (For example- we have Cedar Point at home, thus we opted not to go to Dollywood)
- Pack Food -Toss whatever you have in your fridge in a cooler. Then, only purchase what you need. (PB & J sandwiches, veggies, & fruit were our go-to…kids literally had that for lunch every day, lol! Buying 3 loaves of bread, a jar of PB, jelly, veggies and fruit was actually cheaper than taking the entire family to McDonalds just once for a meal).
- Seek the free and splurge on three (As a family, decide on 3 things you will splurge on during your trip and then seek out all free things to do for the remainder of the trip). We found a lot of fun FREE things to do…..
Free Things to do in Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge, TN
Enter the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Website: https://www.nps.gov/grsm/index.htm
That’s right; entry into the park is FREE!!
Sugarlands Visitor Center
Website: https://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/visitorcenters.htm#CP_JUMP_48430
This was our first stop and was extremely helpful! The park is huge, so a map is a must and it is often busy, so do inquire with a ranger and heed their recommendations. There is also a free 20-minute orientation motion picture that provides an in-depth look at the Smokies and the enormous diversity of plant and animal life in the Park. Natural history exhibits include mounted specimens of park animals in recreations of their habitats and reproductions of journals kept by the first park naturalists are also on display. (Ranger talks and slide shows are presented daily from spring through fall). All FREE!
Newfound Gap Road
This is perfect for little travelers…toddlers, preschoolers, etc. The 33-mile drive from Gatlinburg to Cherokee North Carolina along Newfound Gap Road (US 441) is the only route that completely traverses the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. And has awesome pic opportunities along the way.
Rockefeller Memorial (Newfound Gap Road)
Website: https://www.pigeonforge.com/great-smoky-mountains-national-park/rockefeller-monument/
Rockefeller Memorial, which lies half in Tennessee and half in North Carolina.
It memorializes the support and $5 million donated by the Rockefeller family to help establish the Park, which was dedicated here by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1940.
Clingman’s Dome (Newfound Gap Road)
Website: https://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/clingmansdome.htm
At 6,643 feet, Clingmans Dome is the highest point in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. 
It is the highest point in Tennessee, and the third highest mountain east of the Mississippi. Only Mt. Mitchell (6,684 feet) and Mt. Craig (6,647), both located in Mt. Mitchell State Park in western North Carolina, rise higher. The observation tower on the summit of Clingmans Dome offers spectacular 360° views of the Smokies and beyond for visitors willing to climb the steep half-mile walk to the tower at the top.
It’s seven miles to the end of Clingmans Dome Road and there are scenic pullouts with endless views of ridges and valleys along the way. The road ends in a large parking area from which a 0.5 mile trail leads to the summit. The trail is paved but steep, and leads to an observation tower on top.
Ole Smoky Candy Kitchen
Website: https://www.olesmokycandykitchen.com/
This can be a fun free experience, but only if you have the willpower. Ole Smoky Candy Kitchen is an adorable candy shop that was founded in 1950 by Dave and Peggy Dych. The kiddos enjoyed watching the candy be made in full view. 
Candy makers are dressed in white uniforms, and they stirred large copper kettles while feeding taffy into hypnotic machines. This drew quit a crowd. And the best part, free SAMPLES!! That fresh taffy will have you longing for more, this is where that willpower comes into play, you might find yourself purchasing just one box, or three, lol!
Photo Ops (Hollywood Wax Museum & other various stops)
As you enter Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg your mind is blown away by the amount of things there are to do and see, there’s the Hollywood Wax Museum, Ripley’s Believe it or Not, Titanic Museum, etc. 
And each comes with a hefty admission price. For example, our youngest showed an interest in Hollywood Wax Museum so we inquired about the cost, it would cost us $85 for the family ($23 for adults and $13 for kids). 
So we made a deal, we would stop in the gift store and she could buy something with her money if she wished (kids have money from b-day & helping out around the house, beyond their chores) and we could get a pic. Sold, she loved the idea and to this day it’s her favorite pic. So don’t be afraid to just get a pic, they are FREE.
But wait, there’s more…..Checkout Erica’s Gigantic List of Totally FREE Things to Do in the Smoky Mountains, Gatlinburg, and Pigeon Forge
Our Splurges
Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Attraction
Website: https://dpstampede.com/
This was such a magnificent and fun family experience! Kiddos loved the fact that there was no utensils during the meal…everything was finger food! Lol! Dolly Parton’s Stampede dinner show has thirty-two magnificent horses & a cast of top-notch riders to entertain you while you enjoy your meal. 
There was daring feats of trick riding and competition, princesses, lots of live animals, a pitting North against South in a friendly and fun rivalry, and more. 
The evening was full of music, dancing, special effects and family friendly comedy. The Patriotic Grand Finale was beautiful with flying Doves of Peace, luminous costumes and fireworks, reminding you of the pride and spirit of America. This was our splurge at almost $200 once everything was said and done (we did buy the souvenir mugs for each of the kids in the beginning, did not buy the pics below) $45 for adults and $25 for kids. But when you are having PB & J sandwiches every day for lunch and free breakfast at the hotel the money saved can go to your “splurge” experience. 
Old Tyme Portraits
No website
Address: 965 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
This was one my husband wanted to do and I must admit it did end up being a lot of fun. When was the last time your entire family dressed up and had a portrait taken? This didn’t take too long and wasn’t too expensive ($35 for one, second was half off…so ya know we had to get two, lol!).
Know some additional tips and tricks to saving money on family road trips? Been to Gatlinburg and/or Pigeon Forge, what was your favorite activity? Please share in the comments.
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