What is the one thing that can truly bring generations together, the one experience that pulls kids away from Snapchat and TikTok, parents away from Instagram and Netflix, and invites the entire family to be fully present in the same space and moment?
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5 Awesome Museums Offering FREE Admission on MLK Day 2026 (Save $75+)
“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that”. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Monday is a day we commemorate a brilliant man who moved people to change through his words, actions, faith, etc. The following Museums are celebrating him by offering FREE admission to the general public on MLK Day.
Do you know of any that didn’t make the list? Please feel free to include them in the comments. Tag/share with friends and make plans today!
Read more25+ Indoor Play Places for Kids in Toledo!
Winter in Northwest Ohio doesn’t have to mean “stuck inside with nothing to do.” From hands-on science stops to action-packed play zones and teen-approved hotspots, Toledo is full of indoor places that will keep your kids moving, laughing, learning, and playing all winter long! Whether you’ve got toddlers, tweens, or teens this guide has something for everyone. Think bowling + arcade fun, laser tag, trampolines, science labs, glow golf, paint-splattering adventures, and so much more. Grab your socks, gloves, and sense of adventure, let’s GO!
Read moreSledding Hills Guide for Toledo & Surrounding Area
Flat! That’s the one word that best describes the terrain in NW Ohio & Southeast Michigan, which is totally fine unless it snows & kiddos want to go sledding. In which case kids have two options, one, gather all the neighborhood kids and have a BYOS (Bring Your Own Snow) party in the front yard, where kids literally gather as much snow from all the yards to make a snow hill, or, hit up a snow hill. But let’s be honest, if you’re not a local these hills are tough to find. So here’s a list of some popular snow hills the locals in NW Ohio & SE Michigan frequent with their kiddos…
Ten Tips for Raising a Teenager
By a Mom Who Blinked and Somehow Ended Up With a 20-Year-Old
Read moreWrapped in Warmth: Rediscovering Comfort
When the seasons changed and the air turned crisp, bedtime in my childhood home took on a special kind of magic. After a warm bath, my mom would drape our blankets over the heat register so they’d soak up the rising heat. By the time my siblings and I climbed into bed, those blankets were more than just cozy, they were a full-body embrace. That warmth wrapped around us from head to toe, sinking deep into our bones and hearts. It wasn’t just comfort; it was care. It was love, stitched into the simplest nightly ritual.
Read moreThrifting in Toledo: 10 Local Stores That’ll Save You Money and the Planet
Listen up, ladies (and gents), if your wardrobe budget is going straight to big-box stores and online shipping nightmares, you’re basically tossing cash into a dumpster and piling up carbon footprints. But don’t worry, there’s a better way. Thrifting in Toledo is not just a smart money move, it’s fun, eco-friendly, and full of hidden gems. Whether you’re hunting for designer steals, trendy teen styles, or classic minimalist staples, this guide is your ultimate thrifting toolkit.
Read moreThrow, Sip, Repeat: Axe 419 is a Mom Must-Try
Two Words: WORTH IT.
Read moreKeep Guests Happy At Your Next Party
Are you going to be throwing a party any time soon? If the answer is yes, then you’re going to need to ensure you know how to keep your guests happy. Nobody wants to throw a party and find that all of their guests are bored or miserable the entire time that they are there, as this is supposed to be a fun time.
Read moreFall Bliss at Gust Brothers: The Ultimate Family (and Mom) Day Out
If you’re anything like me, fall isn’t just a season, it’s a feeling. Cozy sweaters, crisp air, pumpkin spice everything, and golden leaves crunching under your boots. This past weekend, I enjoyed the ultimate place to soak it all in: Gust Brothers Farm, and let me tell you, it was pure magic. I took my daughters and their friends along, and honestly, I don’t think any of us wanted the day to end.
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