August 2026 Freebies: Back-to-School Deals, Free Food & More
August brings back-to-school savings, free kids meals, food holiday deals, low-cost family activities, an…
FREE First Day of School Signs for Every Grade (2026–27 School Year)
The first day of school only comes around once a year, but the memories last much longer.A first day of s…
Confidence, Boundaries & Big-Feeling Skills for Kids
Helping Kids Build Confidence, Boundaries & Big-Feeling SkillsAs parents, we all want our kids to fee…
Sponsored Where Do Tween Girls Belong?
Let's be honest: finding activities for younger kids can be easy.Storytime at the library? Check.A qu…
20+ June Holidays for Families: What to Celebrate in 2026
June is here. Goodbye school year, hello summer adventures! From quirky national days to meaningful holid…
Free Teacher Appreciation Printable Kids Can Fill Out (Easy Gift!)
Need an easy, meaningful Teacher Appreciation gift your child can make in minutes? This is what we're…
The One Parenting Tool Families Can’t Stop Sharing Right Now
I keep hearing the same thing in group chats, at sports practices, and in quick driveway conversations w…
Parenting Trends 2026: What’s In, What’s Out & What Moms Are So Over
If parenting in 2025 felt like trying to keep up with TikTok, your group chat, your kid’s school po…
5 Kid Books About MLK Jr. & Other Civil Rights Heroes
Are you looking to share the importance of Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights movement with your…
Holiday Mocktails: A Cheerful Twist for All Ages
The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and often, indulgence. While traditional cocktails are…
Finding Calm and Healing: New Family Spaces in Eugene
Parenting in today’s world can feel overwhelming. Between the noise, the pace, and the constant pre…
Top Picks: This Week's Must-See Social Media Moments
This week on social media, we took a hilarious (and sometimes nostalgic) trip through the ups and downs o…
Roar Into a Week of Fun: Your MacKID Event Picks
What do dinosaurs, yoga, and financial literacy have in common? They're not the latest hint for a NYT…
Art wIth an Octopus & Other Fun: Your 5 MacKID Event Picks This Week
Filling up summer days is easy with these MacKID Event Picks. Learn about octopuses, catch a concert or d…
Sponsored Prepare Your Kids for Summer Fun with Lands’ End Swimwear & Apparel
As the days get longer and the temperatures rise, families across the country are gearing up for summer v…
Sponsored 4 Dino-Mite Activities For Your Dinosaur-Loving Kid
Have a dinosaur-crazy kid? You should be aware then that Dino Day is June 1! To celebrate this dino-riffi…
Summer Fun Has Arrived: Your 5 MacKID Event Picks This Week
It's summertime and the living is easy. Well, it is when you've got the scoop on free events to k…
Coding, Constitution & Conversation: Your MacKID Event Picks This Week
May is flying by, but don't let it skedaddle without catching some of these fun family events. From…
Amphibians, Otters and Moms, Oh My!
Your May calendar might be packed, but squeeze in some time for these unique events with your crew. From…
Is This Summer Parenting Choice Reckless or Brilliant?
Our family calendar is bursting, a sure sign of impending summer break. As the school year winds down and…
May the Fun be With You: This Week's 5 MacKID Event Picks
Ready to fill your May days with family fun? You've come to the right place. We've got a lineup o…
I am Colleen Elliott. I live in West Eugene with my husband, 2 young daughters and a cat, and I look forward to bringing you the scoop on family fun each week.
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