Category Archives: Annual

March 16, 2012

The Weekend Round-Up: March 16-18

It may not be March 20, but for all intents and purposes, spring has sprung! So, I’ll just cut to the chase and urge you to get outside at some point; if the forecast holds out, we’re in for … Continue reading →

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March 8, 2012

Beauty and the Beast on Ice: Details and a Ticket Giveaway!

I’m always excited to find out about new, unique entertainment for families, even more so when I hear that local kids are part of the production. I’ve noticed — with my kids, anyway — that watching other children display their … Continue reading →

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February 24, 2012

The Weekend Round-Up: February 25-26

This weekend is jam-packed with cool activities for the family — an arts festival at the Atlas, museum programs for a variety of interests, special Dr. Seuss storytimes, an animal showcase at the Zoo, loads of live entertainment, and … Continue reading →

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February 20, 2012

Last Minute Ideas for the Day Off

If you’re looking for some things to do on the day off from school and work, here are a few ideas. Many of these are repeats from previous posts, just compiled in one place to let you know what’s … Continue reading →

The Weekend Round-Up: February 18-20

Celebrate our former Presidents, sharpen the science and engineering skills, drop in for a museum program, enjoy nature both outside and in, catch some live entertainment, discover the charm of Baltimore. There’s plenty to enjoy with the family this weekend. … Continue reading →

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February 15, 2012

Party at George’s Place! (And More Ways to Celebrate Presidents Day in DC)

It’s not surprising that Presidents Day is a big holiday ’round these parts. There are scores of events and activities happening this weekend to celebrate George Washington and Abraham Lincoln’s birthdays. So many that I decided give them their own … Continue reading →

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February 10, 2012

The Weekend Round-Up: February 11-12

This post is going to serve a dual purpose. Along with my regular list of weekend happenings, I want to make some blog roll shout-outs. It’s been too long since I’ve done so, plus I’ve got good reason for … Continue reading →

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January 27, 2012

The Weekend Round-Up: January 27-29

Who would ever guess that near-60-degree nice days in DC would be a regular occurrence in the middle of winter? This is exactly why this weekend round-up is steeped with recommendations that take place indoors, despite at least one … Continue reading →

Baby You Can (Pretend) Drive My Car

The 2012 Washington Auto Show begins this Friday, January 27, and runs through Sunday, February 5. And before you dismiss this information, thinking you can’t bring your kids to this “grown-up” event, keep an open mind and read on. … Continue reading →

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December 30, 2011

The Last Weekend Round-Up of 2011: December 29-31

Wow, this year flew by! It seems like yesterday that I was posting about New Years weekend 2010 (and lamenting how hard it is to find a babysitter on December 31). And here we are again, getting ready to … Continue reading →