Oct 5, 2020 | Adults, By Location, By Stage, Elementary Age, Local Events, Local Resources, Local Sales & Shopping Events, Shopping, Winston-Salem
Halloween Fun Winston-Salem, NC Sunday, October 25 from 12:00-5:00, Incendiary Brewing: Event info HERE! Saturday, October 31 from 11:00-4:00, Winston Junction Market: Event info HERE! Join us for a couple great Halloween events in Winston-Salem! Both are free events...
Oct 3, 2020 | By Location, By Stage, Elementary Age, High Point, Local Events, Local Resources, Toddlers & Preschool
Drive Thru Trunk or Treat & Haunt Creekside Park 214 Park Drive Archdale, NC October 24th, 6-8pm Event page here. Have fun at a creepy cartoon themed Trunk or Treat and a small drive thru haunt. The first 500 attendees get a free Treat bag. More details to...
Sep 30, 2020 | By Stage, Children's Health & Developmental Concerns, Children's Health & Wellness, Education, Elementary, Elementary Age, Health, Parenting & Family, Preschool, Raising Children, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Christine Murray* During pre-COVID times, screen time was scarce in my family. We watched TV a couple times a week for a family movie night or for time to relax on a rare night when we didn’t have an extracurricular activity or other outing scheduled....
Sep 17, 2020 | By Stage, Children's Health & Wellness, Education, Elementary, Elementary Age, Health, Moms & Dads, Preschool, Toddlers & Preschool, Working Parents
By Guest Blogger Julie Fritz Can we be honest for a minute? E-learning is hard. It’s hard for parents, it’s hard for teachers, hard for counselors, and hard for students. Nothing about our children being in a virtual classroom for the first nine weeks of school is...
Sep 15, 2020 | By Stage, Elementary Age, Family Time, Hiking & Camping, Parenting & Family, Recreation, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Tim Young, Co-Host of Triad Dads with a Drink As the summer heat breaks, giving way to cooler days and nights, it’s a perfect time to get into the woods. Our homes have served us well during these strange times, but let’s face it—we’ve seen a lot of...
Sep 8, 2020 | By Location, Camps, Elementary Age, Exercise, Greensboro, Local Events, Local Resources, Parks & Outdoor Activities, Recreation
Finish the week off right with EnFlight Multisport’s Friday Tri-Day Kids Camp! Hamilton Lakes Swim and Tennis Club 800 Montpelier Drive Greensboro, NC 27410 Register here. Website: enflightmultisport.com These Friday-only mini camps feature 90 minutes of fun...
Sep 2, 2020 | By Stage, Elementary Age, Family Time, Food & Nutrition, Parenting & Family, Recipes & Fun Food Ideas, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Amanda Smolko What do you do when the world shuts down? How do you keep your kids entertained and engaged? How do you come up with new fun things to do, when everything is closed, or canceled? That was something we struggled with this year. I have a...
Sep 1, 2020 | Arts & Enrichment Activities, By Location, By Stage, Crafts & Hobbies, Education, Elementary, Elementary Age, High Point, Local Events, Local Resources, Recreation, Teens & Tweens
Little Blank Canvas 3735 Admiral Dr. Suite 105 High Point NC 27265 336-887-6133 www.LittleBlankCanvas.com After running several weeks of Camps this Summer without any incidents, Little Blank Canvas Studio is starting the School Year with a comprehensive...
Aug 18, 2020 | Adult Health & Wellness, Adults, Books, Supplies & Gear, By Stage, Education, Elementary Age, Health, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Ellen Bryant Lloyd Lively conversation, good music, funny movies and great stories are all things that help lift our spirits and make us feel good. For me, great stories top the list. Especially during trying periods in life, books with stories that...
Aug 17, 2020 | By Stage, Education, Elementary, Elementary Age, Homeschooling, Middle School
By Guest Blogger Carrie Sockwell, author of Our Carolina Home Backpack, check. Lunch, check. School Supplies, check. First Day of School picture, check. Drop off at School……. I don’t know what that last check box will look like in your house, but the first day...
Jul 24, 2020 | By Location, By Stage, Children's Health & Developmental Concerns, Dental, Elementary Age, Greensboro, Health, High Point
By Guest Blogger Dr. Jeffrey Goldberg As a mom, you’re probably already aware of how important regular dental visits are for maintaining a happy smile. But did you know that along with regular cleanings and check-ups, orthodontic evaluations can play a key role in...
Jul 17, 2020 | Arts & Enrichment Activities, By Stage, Crafts & Hobbies, Elementary Age, Parks & Outdoor Activities, Recreation
By Guest Blogger Ashley McNeill When I was younger, if I used the phrase “I’m bored,” the response I got was either “Go outside and find something to do” or “There are SO many things you can do!” A friend of mine said her response to “I’m bored” is, “only boring...
Jul 15, 2020 | Burlington, Education, Education for Special Needs, Elementary, Elementary Age, Greensboro, High Point, High School & Beyond, Homeschooling, Kernersville, Middle School, Teens & Tweens, Winston-Salem
By Guest Blogger Kelly Nichols, a local educator To say the least 2020 has been strange. Headlines have amazed me. Uncertainty has engulfed me. As a long-time educator, I had to reframe everything I had ever done in the name of teaching in March. Yesterday, Governor...
Jul 8, 2020 | By Stage, Day Trips, Elementary Age, Family Time, Parenting & Family, Parks & Outdoor Activities, Recreation, Toddlers & Preschool
By TMoM Team Member Laura Dydek Heading off on a new adventure with a one year old is always risky! Will he behave? Will he be entertained? Will it be worth skipping a nap? What I can say about Lazy 5 Ranch in Mooresville, is YES to all of that and more! This trip was...
Jul 4, 2020 | By Stage, Children's Health & Wellness, Education, Elementary, Elementary Age, Health, Middle School, Preschool, Toddlers & Preschool
By TMoM Team Member Dennette Bailey Happy 4th of July! It’s a great time to play games that are fun, yet helpful to children who need to learn useful skills for the classroom. When I was growing up there were some very popular games, which also happened to help...
Jul 1, 2020 | By Stage, Camps, Elementary Age, Hiking & Camping, Recreation, Teens & Tweens, Vacations & Weekend Trips
Family Camp Camp Grier 985 Camp Grier Rd. Old Fort, NC 28762 (828) 668-7793 campgrier.org Are you ready to get out of the house?! Enjoy Camp Grier and stay in your safe social circle. Your family will have a private bunk cabin all to yourselves, complete with your own...
Jun 27, 2020 | By Stage, Elementary Age, Recreation, Sports, Teens & Tweens
By Joel Zendel, a local youth sports coach Someone recently asked my opinion on how youth sports have been impacted during the coronavirus, and what effect it has had on families, kids and coaches. These are such broad questions that can be debated for hours upon...
Jun 22, 2020 | By Location, By Stage, Education, Elementary, Elementary Age, Greensboro, High School & Beyond, Middle School, Preschool, Private Schools, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Tracie Catlett, Head of School at Greensboro Day School Some are calling it a miracle. Some are calling it a disaster. How schools across the country have transitioned to distance learning has no doubt created an un-level playing field for families...
Jun 18, 2020 | Adults, Arts & Enrichment Activities, By Location, Crafts & Hobbies, Elementary Age, Recreation, Teens & Tweens, Winston-Salem
By Guest Blogger Mathew Heinecke, co-owner and CEO of M1nd G6m When we think about our health and fitness, we tend to focus on exercise, diet, and sleep. Although awareness of the importance of mental fitness is growing, you still don’t see that much advertising for...
Jun 16, 2020 | Books, Supplies & Gear, By Stage, Education, Elementary, Elementary Age, Preschool, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Ellen Bryant Lloyd We are fortunate to live in a world that is made up of different people, cultures, religions and beliefs. When I was young, I remember my grandmother telling me that the beautiful tapestry of life was woven together by the wide...
Jun 11, 2020 | Adult Health & Wellness, Babies, By Stage, Children's Health & Developmental Concerns, Children's Health & Wellness, Elementary Age, From the Doctor, Health, Safety, Teens & Tweens, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Kacy A. Ramirez MD, Pediatric Infectious Disease Expert at Brenner Children’s For more information on COVID-19, please visit wakehealth.edu/Coronavirus or listen to the latest COVID-19 podcasts. Questions from parents submitted to Triad Moms on...
Jun 10, 2020 | By Stage, Elementary Age, Family Time, Parenting & Family, Recreation, Toddlers & Preschool, Vacations & Weekend Trips
By Guest Blogger Ashley Carson Kids of all ages love Myrtle Beach (grownups too)- and with so many amazing attractions, long stretches of beaches and family-friendly resorts, it’s easy to see why. There are plenty of things to do with kids when you go on a Myrtle...
Jun 9, 2020 | By Stage, Day Trips, Elementary Age, Recreation, Teens & Tweens
By Guest Blogger Janet Fulp As the mom of a preteen and teenagers, it is of course my job to make sure the kids are entertained this summer. At least they think so. Last summer, we spent a day at Carrigan Farms in Mooresville to enjoy open swim time in the beautiful...
Jun 8, 2020 | By Stage, Children with Special Needs, Education, Education for Special Needs, Elementary Age, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Teens & Tweens, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Nancy Micca Every parent of a child with special needs will tell you that cultivating opportunities for their child to experience friendship can be one of their greatest challenges. We all want our children to be included, have positive social...
May 16, 2020 | By Stage, Children's Health & Developmental Concerns, Elementary Age, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Christine Murray, PhD, LMHC, LMFT, Director of the Healthy Relationships Initiative Whether you have two kids or ten, it’s likely that sibling relationships are a frequent source of joy and tension in your family. As parents, some of the most...
May 15, 2020 | By Stage, Children's Health & Wellness, Elementary Age, Exercise, Family Time, Health, Parenting & Family, Parks & Outdoor Activities, Recreation, Toddlers & Preschool
By TMoM Team Member Anna Keller “Thank goodness this stay-at-home time is happening in the spring.” I keep repeating that to myself, because the idea of being stuck at home alllll the time during the winter months – when it’s not only cold but also gets dark so early...
May 11, 2020 | Arts & Enrichment Activities, By Stage, Elementary Age, Family Time, Food & Nutrition, For the Home, Local Resources, Parenting & Family, Parks & Outdoor Activities, Recipes & Fun Food Ideas, Recreation, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Carrie Sockwell, author of Our Carolina Home I am going to start this by saying I am not an expert in gardening but I love to give it a try each year. There is something about watching a small seed or plant grow into food or a gift for someone. It is...
May 8, 2020 | By Stage, Crafts & Hobbies, Elementary Age, Family Time, Parenting & Family, Recreation, Toddlers & Preschool
By Guest Blogger Sandy Harper, author of the blog Free Spirited Mom Do your kids ever say they are bored outside? How about directing them toward an activity that is fun and creative? Building a fairy (or bug) house is an excellent way to enjoy the outdoors while...
May 2, 2020 | By Stage, Elementary Age, Exercise, Family Time, Local Resources, Parenting & Family, Parks & Outdoor Activities, Recreation, Sports, Teens & Tweens
By Guest Blogger Cole Farley Everyone comes into each new year with goals. Exercise more, try something new, cut out vices. However, thus far, 2020 has been comprised of uncertainty, fear, and stress regarding the COVID-19 Pandemic making it extremely difficult for us...
May 1, 2020 | Babies, By Location, By Stage, Children's Health & Wellness, Elementary Age, From the Doctor, Health, Toddlers & Preschool, Winston-Salem
By Guest Blogger Alison Gardner, MD, MS, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Brenner Children’s, Wake Forest Baptist Health If your child is in need of immediate care that is not life threatening, our pediatric emergency medicine specialists are available to have a video...
