This article was originally written by Kristin Beheler and has been updated by Jackie Malkes.
The holidays are coming up quick! Grandparents might already be asking what gifts to get the grandkids. Of course, family (especially grandparents) love to give...
Last year, for the first time ever, we cut down our own Christmas tree at a local tree farm. I still don't know who had more fun—myself, my husband, or our kid! While the whole experience only took 6...
Are you looking for a way to unwind in nature, but without the hassle and gear that camping requires? Looking to recharge your own battery and make some new memories in a beautiful surrounding? Perhaps this all sounds good...
Have you visited our local, playful airport playgrounds? For moms, travel days can be both exciting and overwhelming, especially when accompanied by little ones. As you embark on your family adventures, airports can often become a source of stress....
Ready for family fun at outdoor and indoor ice skating rinks? Us too! There are lots of opportunities in the Washington, DC, area! Nearly all locations require advanced timed tickets. If you are looking for winter events and adventures...
I love personal handcrafted gifts, but I'm not a crafty, DIY kind of mom. I am typically more of a what can I order last minute kind of mom. But have no fear my fellow non-Pinterest moms: There are...
It's the holiday season, and Santa’s social calendar is totally booked with events in and around Washington, DC. Although he brings joy to children everywhere, especially on Christmas day, Santa spreads the spirit of the season with appearances in...
Independent Bookstores across the US are making a come back (you can read about it here or here). We are lucky to have quite a few right here in the DC Area!
Many of these locations are hubs for activities...
Christmas is upon us, bringing back a lot of our favorite events are back on the schedule. It's time to take out our calendars and fill them with the best of our family's favorite events. Nothing says Christmas time...
This is the time of year when many of us look for ways to make a positive impact in our communities and to bring a little more brightness into the lives of strangers. This holiday season, DC Area Moms has...
The pandas are gone. The beautiful corner of the Smithsonian National Zoo where we watched them grow up, eat piles of bamboo, climb trees and roll down the hill in the snow is now empty.
On November 8, the zoo’s...
The holidays are upon us and we are thrilled to host our fourth annual Deck the Walls: A Wreath Making Event! Mark your calendars for Sunday, December 3 from 4-6pm at Slipstream DC in Logan Circle (1333 14th Street...
It's time to light the lights! Check out the best walking and driving places to enjoy holiday light displays across the DMV area!
Walking Light Displays
DC Holiday Lights
Neighborhoods across DC will be decorating their main streets this year! From Woodley...
Thanksgiving is right around the corner. While we love a home cooked meal, sometimes it simply isn't doable because of new babies, children, aging parents, and all the responsibilities. And that's ok! Wondering where to order a Thanksgiving meal...