Last Minute Gifts for Tweens and Teens

No time like the present to run out and grab one more great gift for the teen in your life.

Never to Old for a Birthday Party

Your teen still wants a birthday party? Here are some teen girl and boy ideas for the birthday child and close friends.

The Hazards of Pokemon Go

Everyone is going a little crazy over Pokemon Go–-including my kids, my friends’ kids…and even some of my 40-something friends! Though I, myself, have not played, the game apparently encourages folks to get out into the (semi) real world to chase virtual Pokemons. One of my daughter’s friends walked 9 miles in a day chasing […]

Toast Cafe of Cary

I have always loved Toast Cafe and frequented their Huntersville and Davidson North Carolina locations when my husband and I lived in Charlotte years ago. We were thrilled when Toast moved into Waverly Place because we had fallen in love with their peanut butter and banana stuffed french toast while enjoying their tree shaded Huntersville […]

The Sweetest Museum You’ll Ever Visit

Have you ever dreamed of swimming in a rainbow “sprinkle” pool or dining on edible balloons?  Or maybe you prefer to seesaw on an ice cream scooper or swing on an ice cream sandwich built for two.  Your wish has come true!! Here’s a way to beat the heat and eat ice cream!  This summer, NYC will present an […]

Think Like a Tourist to Expand Your Horizons

There are very cool things to do right in your area -- you just have to look for them.

Backyard Tightrope: Setting up a Slackline

Originating in the climbing world, slacklining has evolved into a cross trainer, backyard activity and sport all of its own. No additional tools or rigging are needed, just the kit and a couple of trees and you're ready to go.

Explore Photography

Summer Botanicals Photography Workshop Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morris Township Saturday, July 9 from 9:00am to 2:00pm Have an eye for beautiful things? Why not explore photography with a professional. This weekend, you can learn the rope with professional nature photographer Richard Sherman.   Learn the keys to improving your floral and nature […]