It is sometimes a little tricky to think of things to do with the whole family that won’t cost an arm and a leg,  isn’t it?  I know we are so lucky to have nearby access to all of the wonderful free museums in DC.  But, when I think of events and shows I am [...]

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You are invited to join families from all across Baltimore City for a
Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser to benefit the Playground at Stadium
Place.
Friday, March 13th at 5:30pm at New Waverly Methodist Church.
644 East 33rd Street across from the entrance to the Giant.
$5 for Adults
$3 for children under 12
Includes children activities and entertainment.
We will rise from the ashes! [...]

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Special Beginnings Birth and Women’s Center will host its fall Natural Baby and Child Fair, Sunday, November 16 from 10 am to 4 pm. Local vendors will be on hand to offer their goods, just in time for the holiday season.  It’s also a great opportunity to check out Special Beginnings and its array of [...]

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Are you a babywearing mama (or papa) who’s secretly jealous when you see parents with strollers at the coffee shop? Do you cringe at the prospect of your child putting her mouth all over the high chair that’s been used by a dozen other kids and has the food stains to prove it? Have you [...]

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The transition from summer to fall is such a wonderful experience that you don’t really need an excuse to spend the day outside.  In case you’re looking for one, though, this weekend offers two terrific events that celebrate autumn in Baltimore.
The Harbor Harvest: Children’s Autumn Festival takes place this Saturday, October 4th, from 10 am to [...]

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Here’s another wonderful opportunity from the folks at family-friendly EvolveWell Healing Arts Studio in Roland Park:

Sacred Parenting Circle
A place for parents who are yearning for community in their efforts to consciously raise their children. Join a community of support, respect, and deep listening that will empower you to reconnect with your own spirituality so that you can provide a [...]

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If you haven’t visited the Harford Road corridor in awhile, now is a great time to check it out.  There are so many new businesses popping up in the Lauraville/Hamilton area, including Grind On Cafe (4607 Harford Road, at the corner of Grindon Avenue). Grind On had a soft opening a few weeks ago and has [...]

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When I am out with the kids I am often grossly under prepared.  I think “If I were a good mom, I would have packed this, this, and this…”  It is almost shameful since I have a bazillion diaper bags (at home…empty).  Furthermore, you can never be too prepared when you are out with kids.  [...]

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One of my favorite things about fall in Baltimore is the opportunity to celebrate our city and all of its glorious quirkiness through the many neighborhood festivals that take place almost every weekend this time of year.  If you’re looking for something to do tomorrow, head on over to The Avenue for HampdenFest.  This year [...]

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EvolveWell Healing Arts Studio will offer Itsy Bitsy Yoga® this Fall!
 Itsy Bitsy Yoga® was created by Infant Developmental Movement Educator and Registered Yoga Teacher Helen Garabedian as a way to introduce children to the benefits of yoga in the first years of life. The program includes more than 125 developmentally appropriate yoga poses and techniques for [...]

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