Being a teenager is “hard”, “the worst”, ” brutal”, etc., to say the least!! And truth be told, raising a teenager isn’t much different than raising a toddler. And as a parent, raising a toddler, I mean, a teenager, you will be met with much resistance when it comes to activities. Here’s the thing: that resistance is their insecurities manifesting and projecting. Is it safer to just stay at home on their device? Sure. But that doesn’t help them become the person they are meant to be. As parents, we need to encourage and, at times, push them outside of their comfort zone.
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Splash Pads, Waterparks, & Pools Guide for Toledo and Surrounding Area
Temps are rising, days are getting longer, & summer is officially here! Grab the sunblock, beach towels, and snacks, and get the kids to a splash pad, waterpark, or pool! Here’s a guide to some local and surrounding area pools, splash parks, and waterparks. Find a favorite to frequent all summer or challenge the fam to hit them all! As always, please call before visiting to confirm hours of operation and admission.
How to Make Your Own Summer 2025 Busy Bag for Kids
“Mom, I’m bored!” “Mom, the Wi-Fi isn’t working!!” “Mom, is it cool if we surf down the stairs in sleeping bags?” For those moments during Summer Break when you need to bust their boredom, when the Wi-Fi goes out, or when their imaginations hijack all common sense, busy bags to the rescue! So, what exactly are Busy Bags?
June Events at Sauder Village
Kick off summer with family fun, flavorful food and meaningful memories at Sauder Village with four exciting special events.
Read moreRolling Hills Water Park Is OPEN!
It was late July and I had just posted a meet-up with our playgroup, our destination, Rolling Hills Water Park in Ypsilanti, MI. As a mom I was slightly terrified, how was I going to watch all three kiddos go in three different directions at a water park? Turns out one of the best things I ever did was to make the event a playdate meet-up! Many eyes and hands make for light work when it comes to watching children. Playgroup moms are like an extension of themselves. We each divided and conquered the water park that day. Two moms took a group of kiddos to the lazy river, another two took kids to the water slides, and two stayed by the splash area with toddlers, and it was such a relaxing, enjoyable, and fun day for all of us, moms and kiddos. Seven years later and we are still continuing the tradition!
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The BEST Patio in Toledo
The weather is finally perfect for dining alfresco! Who doesn’t enjoy sitting out on a patio? Let’s be honest, when you are in direct sun with no breeze it can become uncomfortable quickly, am I right?! What if I told you I literally found the perfect patio in Toledo, I’m talking about a comfortable breeze coming off of the water, epic view, and shade!
Read moreFREE things to do with Kids Summer 2025 in Toledo
Grab your calendars & tag your friends, mommas! Here’s this year’s list of fun, free, kid-friendly activities going on this Summer in Toledo & the surrounding area!
Read morePRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL is coming to TOLEDO!
The American Theatre Guild is pleased to present the dazzling production based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories, PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL. This production is part of the 24–25 BROADWAY IN TOLEDO Series and will take the Stranahan Theater stage April 3–6, 2025.
Read moreMonster Jam is coming to Toledo! Win Family Four-Pack Tickets!
Featuring skilled Monster Jam® athletes, Toledo fans will witness a fierce battle for the championship with each competitor tearing up the dirt gravity-defying feats in 12,000-pound Monster Jam trucks going head-to-head for points in Freestyle, 2-Wheel Skills Challenge and Racing competitions.
Read moreMuseum of Illusions Cleveland
Are you looking for something outside the box to do with the kids or as a family? Something even the tweens and teenagers will enjoy? Talk about unsolicited fun, family bonding has never been so enthralling, spellbinding, or mesmerizing!
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