May is pure magic — the sun remembers how to shine, the air is warm but light, and it seems everyone is just looking for an excuse to get out and do something upbeat and fun. And lucky for you, we have a selection of fun and often al fresco ways for you to do [...]
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MLP Must: Heartstrings Mother’s Necklaces
It’s hard to put a mother’s love into words, but with these sweet and stylish personalized baubles, you can at least showcase it with a few important letters. By Melissa Greiner Heartstrings Mother’s Necklaces What it is: Handcrafted necklaces in a classic and more modern styles that, when personalized, allow Mom to carry her children [...]
Main Line Mother’s Day Guide 2013
May is all about Mom. The greatest gift you can give (or receive) is a few kind words that share just how much you truly care, but a special meal or gift is sure to be appreciated, too. A few of our local friends wanted you to know what they have planned for Mom — [...]
Main Line Family Fun for the Week of April 22, 2013
Enjoy Main Line Parent‘s picks for fun celebrations of Earth Day, and for the rest of the week! By Carrie Hill Photo curtesy the Philadelphia Museum of Art Monday, April 22 Visit the National Constitution Center’s Earth Day celebration today, where visitors can find out how they can help their communities “go green”—a key [...]
Asked & Answered: How Do I Get My Toddler To Try Veggies?
Few children choose green beans over gummy bears, but with some patience and positivity, parents can find ways to make vegetables a healthy, standard part of their child’s diet. Question: My toddler simply refuses to eat vegetables, no matter how often I push or plead. How can I get him to try them? Expert: Kristin Quinn, MA, [...]
Main Line Family Fun for the Week of April 15, 2013
Don’t let the April showers early in the week get you down! They pave the way for beautiful spring flowers! And we have a few flower-themed activities that are sure to delight you and your families in this week’s Main Line Parent Family Fun. By Carrie Hill Photography by Carrie Hill Monday, April 15 [...]
Test Drive: Philadelphia Zoo’s Brand New KidsZooU
Warm weather making you crave the outdoors with the kids? This weekend the Philadelphia Zoo debuts KidZooU, the new wildlife academy that unites a world-view education center with an up-close and personal children’s zoo. By Sarah Bond Photos by Carrie Hill The Philadelphia Zoo is one of those annual must-do destinations, and for families it’s [...]
Join Us For Our “Clovers For Clothing” Donation Event April 14
We hope you already had the first Clover Market of the Spring season on your calendar for this Sunday, April 14! But now we want you to come with more than an empty trunk and your best decorating ideas — stop by the Main Line Parent table at the event and bring us a new [...]
Main Line Family Fun for the Week of April 8, 2013
Is this the week when we’ll finally be able to shed those winter layers and enjoy the sunshine? The Main Line Parent Family certainly hopes so. Here are our top picks for this week, to be enjoyed while the sunshine lasts! by Carrie Hill photo by Carrie Hill Monday, April 8 Kids’ Storytime is on [...]
5 Reasons We Have Phillies Phever
Happy Opening Day, Phillies! Kick off the season with the family tonight, and check out our reasons to head down to the park this summer. By Melissa Greiner Photo by M. Kennedy for GPTMC Take me out to the ballgame! The Philadelphia Phillies are welcomed home with anxious fanfare tonight, and the anticipation that the [...]
