Apr 20, 2016 | Books, Supplies & Gear, Education, Moms & Dads, Pop Culture, Books & Movies
By Guest Blogger Ellen Bryant Lloyd North Carolina in the springtime has to be one of the most beautiful places in the country. We are so fortunate to live in an area that welcomes spring with open arms. With the gorgeous flowers and blooming trees, it is hard to not...
Mar 15, 2016 | Books, Supplies & Gear, Crafts & Hobbies, Education, Hot Topics, Moms & Dads, Pop Culture, Books & Movies, Recreation
By Guest Blogger Ellen Bryant Lloyd Books have been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember. My earliest memories are of my mother reading picture books to me. However, she didn’t just read the books aloud, she read them using the voices she thought the...
Jun 25, 2015 | Moms & Dads, Pop Culture, Books & Movies
By Katie Moosbrugger It’s the season of reading – at least for me! One of my favorite things to do in the summer is get lost in a good book (or many) after getting recommendations from friends and family. I recently polled some avid readers I know to...
Nov 18, 2014 | Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Raising Children
By Guest Blogger Carolyn Flaherty, author of Wicked Sexy Smart The long standing bedtime routine in our house includes about fifteen minutes of reading and a little snuggle time. I have been known to literally fall asleep reading to a child. However, once in a while,...
Mar 12, 2014 | Books, Supplies & Gear, Education, Pop Culture, Books & Movies, Recreation
By Rachel Hoeing “I know I’m not an ordinary ten-year-old kid. I mean, sure, I do ordinary things. I eat ice cream. I ride my bike. I play ball. I have an XBox. Stuff like that makes me ordinary. I guess. And I feel ordinary. Inside. But I know ordinary...
Feb 7, 2014 | -, Humor, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads, Pop Culture, Books & Movies, Recreation
It’s Flashback Friday! From the archives we bring you one of our favorite blogs that Rachel wrote a few years ago. Enjoy … Ahhh, Facebook. The addiction that people love to hate and hate to love. As with most of you I am sure it is tough to imagine what...
Jul 10, 2013 | -, Consignment Sales, Local Sales & Shopping Events, Our Favorite Finds, Pop Culture, Books & Movies, Recreation, Shopping
Sponsored by Edward McKay Used Books & More It’s July already! But there’s plenty of time left to the summer — plenty of time left for sun, fun, and reading! Our annual Monkey Shines reading program in the Greensboro and Winston-Salem branches of...
Jul 3, 2013 | -, Family Time, Parenting & Family, Pop Culture, Books & Movies, Raising Children, Recreation, Toddlers & Preschoolers
By Lisa Witherspoon, author of the blog The Golden Spoons Our children go through so many different milestones beginning even before they are born. We anticipate their first movements from within the womb, their first smiles, their first words, and their first steps....
Jul 2, 2013 | -, Pop Culture, Books & Movies, Recreation
By YA Author Suzanne Casamento During a recent interview, I was asked why I write young adult (YA) novels. I jokingly responded, “Maybe I don’t want to grow up.” But later, I realized the real reason is because writing for young adults is an...
Jun 19, 2013 | -, Education, Elementary, High School & Beyond, Middle School, Pop Culture, Books & Movies, Preschool, Recreation
Sponsored by Edward McKay Used Books & More School’s out! But that doesn’t mean your kids have to lose the book habit. Keep them reading all summer long with our annual Monkey Shines reading program in the Greensboro and Winston-Salem branches of...
May 7, 2013 | -, Education, High School & Beyond, Local Resources, Parenting & Family, Photography, Pregnancy & Babies
By Jaci Fendley I am excited to introduce you to Brooke Moxley from Brooke Moxley Photography. Brooke’s love for photography started after her first son was born. Her husband was deployed for the first year of their baby’s life, and she wanted to document...
Nov 5, 2012 | Education, Elementary, Moms & Dads, Pop Culture, Books & Movies, Preschool
By Katie Moosbrugger Tikki Tikki Tembo-no Sa Rembo-chari Bari Ruchi-pip Peri Pembo. Remember him? Tikki Tikki Tembo was my favorite children’s book character growing up, and to this day I can still recite his name in its entirety. The story is about Tikki falling down...
Sep 25, 2012 | Adult Education, Education, Moms & Dads, Pop Culture, Books & Movies
I love books. Real books. Books with pages I can smell (and I do sniff them often). I love holding books; flipping through books; browsing new and used bookstores; receiving books as gifts; giving books as gifts; sharing and borrowing books; selling, trading and...
Apr 8, 2012 | Education, Holidays, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Pop Culture, Books & Movies, Preschool
This post contains affiliate links. It doesn’t cost you an additional to shop through them, but we may earn a small commission. Happy Easter! Hopefully you are all enjoying a beautiful day with family and friends and won’t come anywhere near your computer. But...
Jan 29, 2012 | -, Humor, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads
You’ve probably seen Rachel’s recent blog about Facebook posts – and if you haven’t – you need to read it. Funniest. Post. Ever! Well, she nailed it when it comes to the most annoying posts found on Facebook. But I have to say I love...
Jan 2, 2012 | Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Pop Culture, Books & Movies, Raising Children
By Nikki Francis Ever find yourself wondering how to give loved ones something different than a gift card, or more memorable than a standard Hallmark greeting for special or life changing occasions? As a teacher and new mom, I find myself savoring moments where I am...
Jul 3, 2011 | Humor, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads
Most of the time, Facebook posts are just a bunch of people bragging about themselves and their families, but every once in a while I come across a post that has me laughing out loud! (No offense to the braggers out there! I do it, too!) So today I have copied some...
Oct 18, 2010 | -, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads, Pop Culture, Books & Movies, Recreation
No matter what you call it, Facebook has seemed to take over the Internet the past two years with adults. What used to be a pastime for college kids has now turned into an addiction for many parents and even grandparents. The non-Facebookers out there will love...
Mar 28, 2024 | Parenting Tips, Raising Children, Safety, Teens & Tweens, Tweens & Teens
By TMoM Team Member Suzy Fielders In today’s digital world, there is really no way to avoid your child browsing the internet, using a smart phone or tablet, or accessing online apps on technology like Firesticks. The internet is a vast cyber world that is full...
Mar 27, 2024 | Featured Directories, Helpful Lists & Directories, High Point, Hot Topics, Kernersville, Local Resources, Parks & Outdoor Activities, Recreation
By TMoM Team Member Sandy Harper This directory is sponsored by Novant Health. Don’t let injuries stop you! Novant Health orthopedics can see you same-day. When you or someone you love gets injured, you want time with the health system you trust — right away. That’s...
Mar 25, 2024 | Crafts & Hobbies, Family Time, Holidays, Just for Dads, Just for Moms, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Recreation
By TMoM Team Member Michaela Reynolds Spring is in full swing, and with Easter just around the corner, what better way to celebrate the season than by getting crafty with your kids? It’s time to dive into the world of colorful eggs, adorable bunnies, and joyful...
Mar 24, 2024
Learn and Play Hooray is offering free class event! Come check out what our music and movement class is all about and meet the teacher. This class is offered to new families only and is geared towards children 9month-3years. All of our classes are multi age and there...
Mar 23, 2024 | Helpful Lists & Directories, Holidays, Local Events, Local Resources, Parenting & Family, Raising Children
Easter egg hunts, pictures with the Easter Bunny, Easter events, and more! We are thrilled to share the many ways to celebrate the holiday and enjoy time with family all over the Triad. Below is an updated list of Easter events happening throughout Burlington,...
Mar 22, 2024 | Friday Finds
Some Spring Activities In today’s Friday Finds: Carolina Cowboys are Back U-Pick Flower Farms and More Spring Blooms Easter Basket Ideas for Everyone on your list Plan your weekend with TMOM Events Calendar Westchester Day School Summer Camp & Greensboro Ballet...
Mar 21, 2024 | -, By Location, By Stage, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Holidays, Parenting & Family
Easter is around the corner, and if you’re like many parents, you might be looking for easter basket ideas for perfect basket for your loved ones. While the classic chocolate bunnies and jellybeans are always a hit, why not get a bit more creative this year?...
Mar 20, 2024 | -
There are many parks, gardens, and flower farms in the triad with beautiful spring blooms. Whether you’re in Winston-Salem, Greensboro, or High Point, there are many options near you to take spring family photos, have a fun you pick flowers activity, or just...
Mar 18, 2024
Come out for First Friday Storytime on the Downtown Greenway, happening at 10 am on the first Friday of each month (April through October) at Woven Works Park! Young children will enjoy engaging books, playful movement, and lots of giggles with a member of the Youth...
Mar 17, 2024
Join us for our 4th annual Fire Truck Egg Drop & The Easter Story! Come hear the Easter Story followed by outdoor games, inflatables, crafts, and more. Between 10:00am and 1:00pm there will be several designated “egg drops” where thousands of...
Mar 15, 2024 | Adults, Arts & Enrichment Activities, Burlington, By Location, Elementary Age, Entertaining, Family Time, Friday Finds, Greensboro, High Point, Just for Dads, Just for Moms, Kernersville, Local Events, Local Resources, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Photography, Pop Culture, Books & Movies, Teens & Tweens, Toddlers & Preschool, Winston-Salem
By TMoM Team Member Sandy Harper In today’s Friday Finds: Entertainment with Spinning Dreams Heirloom Portrait Project -Through the Eyes of a Child Arts & Enrichment Programs in the Triad Have You Entered the St. Patrick’s Day Giveaway? Two More Giveaways to...
Mar 13, 2024
Tea with Fancy Nancy March 23 at 12:45-1:45pm in the Renaissance Room of the Carolina Theatre You are invited to attend a very special “Tea Party with Fancy Nancy” and the other characters from Greensboro Ballet’s upcoming performances of...