How to Keep the Kids Busy on Thanksgiving

Here are a few ways to keep the kids busy so you can sit and enjoy your meal?  1. Get them ready to dress the part. Have tables ready with construction paper, glue and scissors and let the kids make fun pilgrim or turkey hats. Or buy kits that are ready to go on Native […]

Apple Picking & Wine Tasting

Apple Picking with a side of Wine Apple picking was always something I looked forward to with the kids.  But this year, I’m turning it into a date with my hubby…with wine. Apple Picking Itinerary for Adults: Morning: Take a drive out to Warwick, NY and enjoy the beautiful scenic view of the changing leaves. […]

How I Got Tickets to a Broadway Show for Only $49

I’d heard about Broadway Roulette before and decided to give it a shot. You go online and choose a date when you’d like to see a show. You can specify whether you’d like to see a play or a musical and you can specify 4 shows you don’t want to see. Tickets are $49-59. Available hows include Hamilton, Mamma Mia, Sponge Bob, […]

10 Things I’m Doing With My Kids This Summer

With its carefree days and lack of schedules, is there anything better than summer? I know for some parents, the thought of long days with no organized activity is a scary one. Don’t let it be. Embrace the freedom. Your kids CAN be bored. It is good for them. You can even plan for the […]

4 Days in Dublin On A Budget

Where: Dublin, Ireland When: March 2018 How Many Nights: 4 Cost: $1000 Unfortunately or fortunately, I am turning 50. My friends from high school wanted to plan a group trip to celebrate all of us turning 50. As most of you know, I love to plan affordable trips. I had to work within a budget, as […]

10 Things You Shouldn’t Miss at Coney Island This Summer

One of my favorite NYC excursions is a trip to Coney Island. I love the old Brooklyn feel strolling the boardwalk people-wacthing and eating food I’d normally not indulge in like fried oreos and dogs. I love the historic old rides and freakish sideshows. There’s really no place like it. You’ve got to go at least once! […]

Shop Local @ Chargin Falls Sidewalk Sale

Thursday July 26th – Sunday, July 29th 2018 Don’t miss Chagrin Fall’s Annual Sidewalk Sale in the downtown merchant district!  Rain or shine, you’ll find tons of bargains. Enjoy the sunshine, grab a cone and support local merchants. See you there!

25+ Family Games to Play This Summer!

This summer, get unplugged! Drop the devices and try one of these fun family games on a family Friday night or on your trip to the beach! See our ADULTS ONLY games  • • • • • • • • • THE CLASSICS • • • • • • • • •  Let’s start with the classics: games that should […]