The season is upon us, and soon we will all be setting off for sun, fun, and a break from reality. Be sure to pack these top tips for making the most of summer travel memories, too! By Mara Gorman Summer vacations offer more than just a chance to get away and have fun [...]
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Main Line Family Fun for May 2013
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 [...]
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 — [...]
Lyme Disease, Deer Ticks & Your Family
Warmer weather beckons, but staying safe involves being smart. Read up on how to protect you and your kids as we enter tick season. By Bob Oley It’s that time of the year once again — you begin to enjoy spring, and all the outdoor activities that come with it. Unfortunately, deer ticks [...]
3 Ways To Green Up For Earth Day
Earth Day is coming up — Monday, April 22. And the infomercials are true — it only takes a small change to impact a big difference. Try one of our three easy ideas to get you and your family seeing green. By Leah R. Troiano Photo by Carrie Hill For many of us, Earth Day [...]
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 Issue 6 Release Mingle!
It’s here, dear readers! And may we say, it’s beautiful! We are so excited to share out new Spring/Summer print magazine — Issue 6! — with our community, and what better way to show off the new book and celebrate our amazing MLP family than with a festive Mingle!? Please join us for a release [...]
Greater Philadelphia Family Race Guide
From marathons to 5Ks, many Philadelphia-area races welcome kids or host a child-friendly version of the main event, allowing everyone to break a sweat. By Melissa Greiner Photo by John Manion The family that stays fit together, stays together. Or something like that, right!? Whether its you working on your next sub-4 marathon or your kids [...]
10 Ways for Single Parents to Get Back In the Dating Game
The moment you have a child, life is centered around them and their tiny cries for simple needs. But to take care of your children you need to take care of yourself, and that includes having and enjoying an adult relationship. Our suggestions on how to get back out there. By Kristin Contino [...]
