Guides & Resources

Learning to swim is an essential life-saving skill for everyone. Take swim lessons in the Washington, DC, Virginia, and Maryland area from these local instructors who value survival and safety in water. Thankfully our area has so many wonderful...

Aquatic animals occupy a special place in my kids' imaginations. So we regularly visit our aquatic friends. To me, it seems like a very repetitive and sometimes even boring endeavor. So I have come up with alternative activities to...

The 4th of July is especially fun in the DC area. Parades, fireworks, baseball games...there is so much to choose from. Here are eleven ways you can celebrate our nation's 248th birthday this year. Whatever you do, we hope...

Summer is in full swing and there are a lot of family-friendly events going on in the DC area sure to entertain and enlighten! If you want to enjoy the warm weather, outdoor options this month include movies, lots...

The Washington, DC area has gobs of activities, events, nature, museums, etc. Here is our list of 101 best things to do with kids in the Washington, DC area. This is broken up by indoor, outdoor, and based in...

Let's organize your summer bucket list to create an epic summer! Are you dreading the long, hot, humid summer days or excited for the break from school? No matter what you're feeling, buckle up because the summer is here...

Are you ready for free, frolicking summer fun with kids in 2024? Enjoy our guide with 50 local, kid-friendly, fun excursions on our Epic DC Summer Bucket List. Even better, many of these fun outings are free. 50 Fun Adventures...

I am so excited for pool season and I am thrilled to share with you the best pools in the area. After researching mom recommendations, I have compiled the ultimate list with the best family-friendly pools. Be sure to...

Everyone loves a donut! Even the pickiest eaters (read: toddlers) find a donut they like. Perfect for road trips, classroom celebrations, lazy Sunday mornings at home, or an afternoon treat. Here’s a guide to donut shops around the DMV...

Museums for All, a fantastic program that opens the doors to over 1,200 museums across the US for families receiving Supplemental Nutrient Access Program (SNAP) benefits. That's right, free or reduced admission to amazing museums! Think of it as...

Do you have friends with little kids visiting from out-of-state or internationally? Or, live in Maryland or Virginia and are planning a day trip to D.C.? Check out four perfect Washington, DC itinerary for kids below. And make the...

Summer is finally here and it's time to start enjoying all that the season has to offer! June offers DC-area residents so many options for family fun. This month, families can enjoy a variety of events to celebrate Pride...

With peak produce season under way, I am so excited to write about my favorite farmers markets in the DMV area.  In addition to fruits and vegetables, you will find artisan breads, butchers, sauces, preserves, and other baked goods....

Since 1996, children and families throughout Northern Virginia and the DMV have delighted in Synetic Theater’s Summer Camps, which offer fun, friends, and arts-based movement experiences that culminate in performance fit for the stage.  Here, Synetic Artistic Associate Vato Tsikurishvili,...