Being Savvy: Your guide to activities and fun things to do with your preschoolers and kids in Seattle, WA

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Making the most of the dog days of summer.

August 06, 2008

Were you aware of the true definition of the term "dog days of summer"? I figured that it related to the long, hot days in late summer; and as it turns out, I was mostly right. The Farmer's Almanac indicates that the "dog days of summer" are the 40 days beginning July 3 and ending August 11. Looks like you've got some time to get some fun in! Make homemade ice cream . It's a treat with a  Read more...

In the kitchen with Mom and Dad: Whole Grain Pasta with Asparagus and Snap Peas.

July 24, 2008

With the weather cooling down in Seattle (at least for a few days), it feels like the right time to get back into the kitchen, turn on the stove and cook up a family dinner together . This is a recipe I pulled from the August edition of Good Housekeeping magazine. I'm always looking for recipes that are both easy to put together with my preschooler AND something they will actually eat.  Read more...

Five ways to make the most of your three day 4th of July weekend.

July 03, 2008

In Seattle, it's practically tradition that it rains on the 4th of July. So, it's sort of unprecedented that it will be somewhat sunny for the holiday for two, count it TWO, years in a row. Since you won't be stuck in the house with the kids all weekend, here's the best of Seattle area activities to get you moving. Enjoy Seattle at the WaMu Family Fourth . You'll find family activities  Read more...

Seattle weekend guide: consider this your sanity.

June 06, 2008

It is really disheartening to come home after work, turn the key in the lock, open the door and hear the heater running in June. But, yet, that is what greeted me this evening. Again. In June. And this weekend? Not looking promising . By the way, just WHAT IS the difference between "rain" and "showers" anyway I have lists and lists of ideas and plans for great summer, outdoor activities  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in seattle

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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