One of the best first jobs for teenagers is babysitting and there is no shortage of parents looking for a sitter. There are two important steps for getting trained: taking a babysitting course and getting certified in pediatric first...
These activities are just for the girls — encouraging them in their leadership skills, fostering STEM interest and physical health.
Coding and Cupcakes
Computer programming may not be a common parent-daughter activity, but we're determined to change that.
During the Web Development...
One of the most highly anticipated tours of the summer is hitting Kansas City on July 7 and 8 as Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour takes over GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. If you were lucky enough to come out...
For those with a competitive spirit and a love for wholesome family fun, an organized game of Bingo is just what you need to shake things up a bit on the weekends. Local Kansas City establishments are offering these...
Make your plans to celebrate Fourth of July in Kansas City! Here is a list of some of the top Independence Day celebrations across the Kansas City metro area, with tips for planning ahead with your family in mind.
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Kick off your weekend with top local bands and favorite food trucks on Crown Center Square during the WeekEnder Series. Each Friday night includes local bands, food trucks and classic movies at sundown. The festivities begin at 6 p.m. with...
I raise a toast to you all. We did it! Another jam-packed school year has come to an end and opened the doors to days that are a little slower, a lot more relaxed and carry the 24/7 scent...
Juneteenth, an annual holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, has been celebrated since the late 1800s. Celebrate with others in the community at many events taking place around the Kansas City metro.
Juneteenth at the Johnson...
Prairiefire in Overland Park, Kansas, has officially morphed into a full-service entertainment district. Chalked full of recreation, eateries and shopping, a family could spend an entire day, or an entire weekend, exploring the area. A destination worth highlighting, this...
Kansas City is host to many Pride Month events to celebrate with education, celebration and music. The signature celebration is Kansas City Pridefest and Parade June 9-11 in Theis Park with June 11 being focused on families.
Read and Learn...
Summer is here, and the pools are open! If you are new to the area or looking to try out some different pools this year we've got the breakdown on the best public pools in the Kansas City metro....
There are lots of great places in the Kansas City metro where you can grab a donut! National Donut Day is the first Friday in June but every day is a good day for a donut! Just make sure...
For many of us, getting our ears pierced was a rite of passage as we entered our tween or teen years (although in the 90s nobody called us tweens!) Now many of us find ourselves with kids of our...
With a swimming beach, aqua park, marina, nature playground, and spray ground, you may have a hard time fitting in all the fun available at Lake Olathe in one visit. Here's what you need to know to spend a...
Berry picking has been a fun family tradition for a few years for us, as well as the "uh, what do we do with 14 pounds of berries?!" freakout that comes next. You can pick berries yourself or look...
Your Guide To KC
Where to Trapshoot in Kansas City with Teens, Tweens
The rise of tweens and teens seeking sports outside the traditional football, soccer, basketball, volleyball route has been on a steady incline for the...
