Oct 4, 2023 | Babies, Books, Supplies & Gear, Education, Elementary Age, Parenting & Family, Raising Children
By TMoM Team Member Ellen Bryant Lloyd I developed a love of books and reading at a very young age, and hoped to pass the same love down to my children when I became a parent. I thought about how this was sparked in me and realized it was my mom who helped cultivate...
Sep 24, 2023 | Day Trips, Family Time, Recreation, Vacations & Weekend Trips
By TMoM Team Member Suzy Fielders While many people think of summer as the time to take day or weekend trips, Fall is actually a great time to do so as well. The weather is nicer, and most places are less crowded. Plus, most of the state offers prime views of the...
Sep 22, 2023 | Friday Finds, Greensboro, Local Resources, Photography, Private Schools, Recreation
By TMoM Team Member Suzy Fielders In today’s Friday Finds: Greensboro Day School’s Discovery Day – Sunday, October 1 Book Your Fall Photo Session with Tracy Anderson Photography Win a $100 Gift Certificate for Sarah Marchwiany Photography! TMoM is the Place to...
Sep 15, 2023 | Burlington, Entertaining, Friday Finds, Greensboro, High Point, Holidays, Kernersville, Local Events, Parenting & Family, Photography, Private Schools, Winston-Salem
By TMoM Team Member Sandy Harper In today’s Friday Finds: GDS Discovery Day Fall Fling Portrait Special TMoM’s Updated October Festivals & Trunk-or-Treats Directory is Here! Fall Fun in September Splash Pads are Still Open!...
Sep 14, 2023 | Family Time, From the Heart, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Raising Children
By TMoM Team Member Ellen Bryant Lloyd It was a milestone… 100,000 miles. I remember watching the sixth spot of my car’s odometer flip from 0 to 1 at the same time the other five digits flipped from 9 to 0. It was hard to comprehend I had driven 100,000 miles since I...
Sep 7, 2023 | Children's Health & Wellness, From the Doctor, Health, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Teens & Tweens, Tweens & Teens
By Guest Blogger Dr. Juan Santos, CRC, LCMHC, of Santos Counseling Teens experience stress just like kids and adults. They experience stress that hits them in all directions when it comes to the almighty SAT and preparing for college. The stress can come in the from:...
Aug 19, 2023 | Books, Supplies & Gear, Elementary, Elementary Age, Family Time, Homeschooling, Middle School, Moms & Dads, Pop Culture, Books & Movies, Private Schools, Raising Children, Teens & Tweens, Toddlers & Preschool
By TMoM Team Member Ellen Bryant Lloyd I recently overheard two elementary-age girls at my neighborhood pool discussing the upcoming school year. They had recently learned the name of their teacher and excitedly discussed the friends they hoped would be in their...
Aug 2, 2023 | Education, Featured Directories, Helpful Lists & Directories, High School & Beyond, Local Resources, Parenting & Family, Teens & Tweens, Teens & Tweens Directories, Tweens & Teens
Updated by TMoM Team Member Sarah Marchwiany This private school directory is sponsored by Calvary Day School. Calvary Day School has a passion and a commitment to provide an encouraging, safe, and engaging school community. Students, from preschool through high...
Jul 27, 2023 | Family Time, From the Heart, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family
By TMoM Team Member Ellen Bryant Lloyd One summer afternoon in 1974, my mom asked me to join her on the floor where she sat in front of our large console stereo, flipping through a tall stack of vinyl albums. My mom loved music and had a wide variety of albums by...
Jul 2, 2023 | Arts & Enrichment Activities, Elementary Age, From the Heart, Humor, Recreation, Toddlers & Preschool, Toddlers & Preschoolers
By Guest Blogger Melanie Vaughn We’ve all heard the saying “Kids say the darndest things”. Well, running a dance studio, I can attest that this is a true statement. It’s fun being a part of so many kids’ lives and watching them grow up. Seeing them become young...
Jun 20, 2023 | Adults, Babies, From the Heart, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Pregnancy & Babies
By TMoM Team Member Brooke Coley I have dreamed of motherhood ever since I was a little girl. I rocked my baby dolls and pushed my little brother in his stroller. I became a teacher, married my college sweetheart, and couldn’t wait to start our family. I never knew...
Jun 9, 2023 | By Stage, Family Time, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Teens & Tweens, Tweens & Teens
By Guest Blogger, Christine Murray, Ph.D., LCMHC, LMFT As a mom to one pre-teen and one teenager, I often find myself thinking that I’ve only got a certain number of summers left with my boys before they head off to college. Although this thought can make me sad, it...
Jun 5, 2023 | Adults, Books, Supplies & Gear, Entertaining, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads, Pop Culture, Books & Movies
By TMoM Team Member Ellen Bryant Lloyd I hope you have a very large pool bag! Large enough to hold towels, sunscreen, snacks AND a few of these recently released great summer reads highlighted below! Whether you delve into fun stories while dipping your toes in a...
May 30, 2023 | Day Trips, Parks & Outdoor Activities, Recreation, Travel & Auto Tips, Vacations & Weekend Trips
By TMoM Team Member Suzy Fielders If you and your family haven’t been to Hillsborough, then it is worth checking out. It has a cute downtown, amazing Riverwalk, and best of all is an hour or less from most areas of the Triad. My husband and I went there last year and...
May 15, 2023 | From the Heart, Just for Dads, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family
By TMoM Team Member Ellen Bryant Lloyd “OOOOOHHHHHHHH, Daddy, LOOOOOK! I found the SUNSHINE SPRINKLES!! Just LOOK! Aren’t these Sunshine Sprinkles beautiful? I LOVE them! YAY for SUNSHINE SPRINKLES!” I was grocery shopping when I heard these words enthusiastically...
May 11, 2023 | Education, Elementary, Elementary Age, High School & Beyond, Middle School, Preschool, Private Schools, Raising Children, Teens & Tweens, Winston-Salem
By Dr. Bryan Wolfe, Winston Salem Christian School, Head of School Winston Salem Christian School is the most diverse private school in the state of North Carolina (niche.com). Socioeconomic and ethnic diversity provide a space for a rich educational experience. An...
Apr 27, 2023 | Adults, Elementary Age, Entertaining, Family Time, From the Heart, Pop Culture, Books & Movies, Teens & Tweens
By TMoM Team Member Ellen Bryant Lloyd Books and movies have been two of my favorite things for as long as I can remember. When I was young, I remember being especially excited when one of my beloved books became a movie. Several such titles that immediately come to...
Apr 25, 2023 | Day Trips, Family Time, Homeschooling, Parenting & Family, Sports, Sports, Art & Enrichment, Vacations & Weekend Trips
By TMoM Team Member Laura Simon If you’ve been in North Carolina for longer than a few minutes, you probably know that the town of Chapel Hill is precious to this state. Home to the University of North Carolina, it holds the college memories of generations of...
Apr 1, 2023 | Day Trips, Entertaining, Family Time, Parks & Outdoor Activities
By TMoM Team Member Laura Simon The first time I tried to go to Biltmore, my college friends and I were on our way home from spring break at the beach. We noticed the signs on the highway, and decided to stop and see what it was all about. We made it into the line for...
Mar 23, 2023 | Babies, Elementary Age, Entertaining, Family Time, From the Heart, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Recreation, Teens & Tweens, Toddlers & Preschool, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Tweens & Teens
By TMoM Team Member Ellen Bryant Lloyd An older friend once shared some advice that significantly impacted me as a parent: go ahead and play that game. She was essentially telling me to never pass up an opportunity to play with my children. She went on to say that the...
Mar 20, 2023 | Camps, Children's Health & Developmental Concerns, Children's Health & Wellness, Elementary Age, From the Doctor, Health, Raising Children, Toddlers & Preschool, Travel & Auto Tips, Vacations & Weekend Trips
By Karen L. Smith, PT, of Peace Physical Therapy LLC Before you know it, summer will be here, and the kids will be out of school. It is the perfect time for that cross-country family adventure! Or maybe you want to send your kids to camp so you can have a week of...
Mar 19, 2023 | -, Birthday Parties, Helpful Lists & Directories
Plan the birthday party your child— and even the adults— will remember for a lifetime at Kersey Valley Laser Tag! Two hours of game and instruction: Only $289 plus tax + fees for up to 10 players. Make it a cookout and reserve our grill today at no charge....
Mar 3, 2023 | Burlington, Elementary Age, Friday Finds, Greensboro, High Point, High School & Beyond, Homeschooling, Kernersville, Middle School, Preschool, Private Schools, Teens & Tweens, Toddlers & Preschool, Winston-Salem
By TMoM Team Member Sandy Harper In today’s Friday Finds: The Meaning of the WS Christian Lions Exploring Elementary Students’ Needs Scholarships! Have You Seen the Choice Awards Winners?...
Feb 12, 2023 | Burlington, By Location, Greensboro, Helpful Lists & Directories, Local Resources, Recreation, Sports
Ready to sign your child up for youth sports programs in Greensboro or Burlington areas? Start here! If our list is missing your favorite program or sport, please email me HERE and we will add it. You may also want to visit our Arts & Enrichment Programs...
Feb 12, 2023 | By Location, Helpful Lists & Directories, High Point, Kernersville, Local Resources, Recreation, Sports
By TMoM Team Member Sandy Harper Ready to sign your child up for youth sports in High Point, Kernersville, and surrounding areas? Start here! If our list is missing your favorite program or sport, please email Sandy Harper and we will add it. You may also want to...
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By TMoM Team Member Sarah Marchwiany This private school directory is sponsored by Calvary Day School. Calvary Day School has a passion and a commitment to provide an encouraging, safe, and engaging school community. Students, from preschool through high school, are...
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This summer camp directory is sponsored by High Point Friends School. At High Point Friends School, students in Preschool through 8th grade are encouraged to think critically and work collaboratively to challenge their minds and nourish their spirit. Friends education...
Feb 1, 2023 | Camps, Helpful Lists & Directories, Local Resources, Recreation, Winston-Salem
Are you looking for Winston-Salem Summer Camps or something in the surrounding area? Scroll down this post to view all of your options in the Winston-Salem area. You will always find this list on our directories page here. Many Winston-Salem camps can fit into more...
Jan 31, 2023 | Burlington, From the Heart, Greensboro, High Point, High School & Beyond, Middle School, Non Profits, Teens & Tweens, Tweens & Teens
By Guest Blogger Leslie Isakoff With the school year in full force, finding time to squeeze in required service hours can be tough. Soccer practice, trumpet lessons, Scout meetings, youth group—how can your family possibly fit in one more thing? Breathe easy and check...
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By TMoM Team Member Sarah Marchwiany This private school directory is sponsored by Calvary Day School. Calvary Day School has a passion and a commitment to provide an encouraging, safe, and engaging school community. Students, from preschool through high school, are...
