The A in STEAM stands for “Arts.” The fine arts, encompassing both the plastic arts and the performing arts, are for everyone. Our local public library is a welcoming space that features a wealth of resources, making the exploration and enjoyment of the fine arts accessible to all. Explore Fine Arts at the Library: Books...

In August, the National FFA (Future Farmers of America) Organization, a nationally recognized school-based student leadership development group, announced that it reached a record-breaking 1 million members. These students are leaders at their schools and in their communities who will one day fill the more than 350 careers in agriculture. And seeing as how the world population is expected to grow to more than 2 billion people by 2050, our survival depends on local kids like Shelby Langford (14).

As a parent in the Tampa Bay area, you know how quickly children can pick up and spread common illnesses, especially in a warm, humid climate like ours. One of the most frequent and concerning conditions your child might encounter is pink eye, or conjunctivitis. This common eye infection can...

Read about Tayler Ellison's touching journey with pediatric cancer and The Beads of Courage program which includes reminders of each treatment.

LEGOLAND® Florida Resort! Brick-or-Treat presents Monster Party is back with an ALL-NEW and super-awesome Monster Skytacular Drone Show! We're sharing the inside scoop.

When a parent is told that their child has cancer, the diagnosis is every parent’s worst nightmare — a moment when the world stops and the heart sinks. Yet amid the blur of fear, confusion and uncertainty, a beacon of hope shines brightly, thanks to the outstanding care of the Muma Children’s Hospital at TGH’s Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Program.

Did you know that the YMCA invented basketball?? We're sharing the importance of youth sports and all the great options available to you at the YMCA.

The middle school years can be...awkward. But, as the Runyan family of Tampa discovered, it's actually quite the oppositive after sending their kids to middle school at Corbett Prep.

We are raising our children in great and consequential times. Never has so much connection and information been available to us. Of course, we all know that this brings challenges as well as ease. The challenge I wish to highlight in these words is how to make sure our children...

Alert! There's a new MOSI exhibit opening soon! We're giving you an inside look at Grossology, opening 9/14, all about the gross stuff our bodies do that will make you giggle and gasp!

Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) is expanding its ability to serve even more families in the Tampa Bay area, with a new location at St. Joseph’s Women’s Hospital in Tampa slated to open in June 2025. This is a big deal for the hospital since the new 10,100-square-foot...

Disney Cruise Line reveals all new details for Disney Imagination Garden on its latest ship, the Disney Adventure, scheduled to set sail from Singapore in 2025.

Environmental activist, Dr. Jane Goodall, is coming to Tampa Bay! Dr. Goodall’s Institute’s Roots & Shoots program is working in alliance with several Tampa-based environmental organizations for Hope in Action, a weekend of high-energy events that will help teach kids about conservation and protecting our environment from September 14 to 15.

Imagine Monster Jam colliding with the first week of school and your classroom for the day becomes Amelia Arena. TGIF had a whole new meaning for these junior high school students!

If you’re not up for trick-or-treating in your neighborhood…or even want to snag some treats before Halloween, there are some SPOOKtacular events happening throughout October, including some huge outdoor trick-or-treating events on Halloween weekend!. For even more Halloween fun, we are also sharing our favorite Halloween Events for...

Spooky SZN is here and there’s no better way to celebrate than to explore all of the haunted houses in Tampa Bay! There are several seriously scary attractions to check out around Tampa and beyond…if you dare. While some of these may be a little intense for younger kids, most of them can make for a fun night out with teens or even a kid-free night for the parents! Take a look at our picks for our favorite haunted houses to visit this Halloween season.

Breastfeeding provides many bonding and health benefits for both mom and baby, and many moms may choose to pump, whether it be exclusively or times when they are away from the baby. August is National Breastfeeding Awareness Month which aims at educating and celebrating breastfeeding moms. Lactation consultants are a...

LEGOLAND® Florida Resort is once again hosting its much-anticipated annual Halloween event, Brick-or-Treat Presents Monster Party. Families are invited to experience a delightful blend of Halloween fun, including special food offerings, safe brick-or-treating, live entertainment and meet-and-greets with beloved LEGO® characters. Don’t forget to explore our Guides to...

Oh, my gourd, the 2024 list of our favorite pumpkin patches in Tampa Bay is ghoulishly good!. So, get your calendar out, and let’s start scheduling some fall family FUN!. Keep in mind that the owners of the pumpkin patches work really hard to organize these amazing events for you, so make sure you are keeping a close eye on your kids when visiting. We all know how excited little ones can get and we want everyone to stay safe.

Our team of local parents has curated this list of awesome things to do Labor Day weekend in Tampa Bay with the kids!