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Summer Science Camps: May 31st to August 5th Ready for a Summer of Science adventure? MOSI’s Summer Science Camps bring science, technology, engineering, arts and...

HIllsborough County Summer Camps

Design a Perfect Summer with Half-Day Camps

Courtney Cairns-Pastor - March 31, 2022 0

Putting together a summer camp schedule can feel like a giant game of “would you rather.” Would you rather play sports or write a...

Summer Camp Articles

The Best Art Summer Camps in Tampa Bay

Laura Byrne - March 1, 2022 0

If your child is looking to channel their inner artist this summer --or maybe they want to give the arts a try, an art...

Education

Strong Schools – Stronger Hillsborough: How an ad valorem tax will strengthen schools

Laura Cross - June 11, 2022 0

My daughter is 10 years old and is a fourth-grade student in Hillsborough County Public Schools. She likes school, but her real passion is...

Becoming a Hero for Children: 3 Qualities Early Childhood Educators Must Have

Education Sarah Rigby - June 1, 2022 0

When our children succeed, our whole community benefits! Because 90% of brain development occurs before a child starts kindergarten, these early years are critical....

Growing the Head and the Heart: International Baccalaureate in Elementary School

Education Laura Cross - May 1, 2022 0

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Program is one of the most illustrious and popular of the magnet programs in Hillsborough County Public Schools—partly because our...

St. Peter Claver Catholic: 130 years of History and Quality Education

Education Brie Gorecki - May 1, 2022 0

In 1893, the Jesuit Fathers at Sacred Heart Church bought a piece of property on Morgan Street in Tampa. Their intention was to establish...

Odyssey of the Mind Inspires Creative Thinking

Education Courtney Cairns-Pastor - May 1, 2022 0

Can you tell the story of a historical figure as a musical featuring an optical illusion? Invent a circus unlike any other? Build a...

3 Key Benefits Children Find in Early Childhood Education

Education Sarah Rigby - April 28, 2022 0

Research shows that early education leads to better outcomes in school and life. Children who attend high-quality prekindergarten programs are more likely to read...

Health + Wellness + Safety

Ask the Doc

Ask the Doctor: The COVID vaccine and your 5 to 11 year-old child

Laura Byrne - June 17, 2022 0

*Story updated in June 2022 to include information about the booster shot for children ages 5-11. When the Food and Drug Administration and CDC approved...

How to Talk to Your Kids About Scary Things Like the School Shooting

Health + Wellness + Safety Laura Byrne - June 8, 2022 0

It's not always easy to find the right words when our kids come to us with questions about the scary things happening in our...

3 Reasons Every Child in Florida Needs Swim Lessons

Health + Wellness + Safety Alayna Curry - May 31, 2022 0

A friend recently reached out to me to ask about swim lessons for her son. She saw that my son was doing them and...

ABC Action News Meteorologist Denis Phillips Talks Hurricane Season Prep, What to Expect, and Rule #7

Health + Wellness + Safety Brie Gorecki - May 24, 2022 0

Summer is here and school is out which means it's time for some fun in the sun. Though most people look forward to summer...

Where to Get a FREE COVID Test in Tampa Bay for Your Family

Back to School Laura Byrne - May 16, 2022 0

The spread of COVID-19 hasn't ceased as new variants circulate throughout the world and here at home. And, we all know by now, yes,...

EWG’s 2022 Guide to Sunscreens and Best Sunscreens for Kids

Elementary School Years Tampa Bay Parenting - May 9, 2022 0

The Environmental Working Group released its 16th annual Guide to Sunscreens and the findings are not much better than last year. The EWG tested...

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Life + Home

Elementary School Years

Kids can read to puppies at the Humane Society of Tampa Bay’s Paw for Literacy program!

Laura Byrne - June 15, 2022

Life + Home

Okalani Octopus Helps Teach Children Life Lessons in A Colorful Way

Brie Gorecki - May 21, 2022

Grandparents

Here are the Florida sales tax holidays you can expect in 2022

Laura Byrne - May 8, 2022

Grandparents

Florida’s Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday is May 28-June 10, 2022

Laura Byrne - May 1, 2022

Food + Drink

Celebrate the Fourth of July with Red, White & Blue Charcuterie Boards

Food + Drink Ginain Grayes - June 5, 2022 0

If you follow my social media accounts, you know I’m completely obsessed with charcuterie, cheese and snack boards! It’s the best way to enjoy...

The Sweetest Donut Shops in Tampa Bay Your Family Has to Try!

Food + Drink Laura Byrne - June 1, 2022 0

Donut Shops in Tampa Bay that will win over your kids and your taste buds! We set out to find Tampa Bay’s best donuts. And...

The Summer Camp Lunch Box with the @lunchboxmafia

Food + Drink Jenny P - June 1, 2022 0

Are you so excited to pack your final school lunch only to find out summer camp requires a packed lunch? No worries, friend! I'm...

The BEST Ice-Cream Shops in Tampa Bay!

Family Fun Laura Byrne - May 15, 2022 0

Ice-cream and Florida go together like...well, all things that are supposed to go together! It just makes sense. There’s no better way to cool off...

Moms to KNOW

Kids to KNOW

Kids to KNOW: Honoring the life of Tampa teenager, Taylor Koulouris

Julie Tingley - May 17, 2022 0

Every child is truly a ‘once in a lifetime’ child. They have everything they need inside of them to be great from the moment...

Moms to KNOW: Diana Blinkhorn of @mrsblinks

Moms to KNOW Julie Tingley - May 7, 2022 0

If you are a mom and on social media at all, you may recognize this go-to mother of all beautiful birthday bashes, creative costuming...

In Studio with ‘Maggie and the Moms’ on WFLA’s Daytime

Maggie and the Moms Maggie Rodriguez - May 2, 2022 0

My baby turned one recently, and I am one proud mom! I’m not talking about my son or daughter (although I’m very proud of...

Theme Parks + Attractions

Family Fun

The Best Spots to Go Tubing in Florida this Summer

Sarah Rigby - June 2, 2022 0

With more than 900 natural springs, about 40 of which are open to the public, Florida is the perfect state to explore via its...

Your Ultimate Guide to the WORLD’S FIRST Peppa Pig Theme Park

Family Fun Dani Meyering - June 1, 2022 0

We're practically squealing with excitement! The world's first Peppa Pig Theme Park is now OPEN, and it's practically in our backyard in Tampa Bay....

A Parent’s Guide to EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival 2022

Day Trips Dani Meyering - May 26, 2022 0

If you like to inspire your kids to appreciate nature and the outdoors, then the EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival is a must-do....

Beauty + Style

Unique Ways to Practice Self-Care an Pamper Yourself In Tampa Bay In The New Year!

Beauty & Style Brie Gorecki - January 5, 2022 0

It’s no secret that the last two years have been extremely challenging for most people. Dealing with the lifestyle changes from Covid in addition...

Red Light Therapy? It’s trending in Tampa Bay!

Beauty & Style Laura Byrne - December 26, 2021 0

Red Light Therapy with Joovv Have you ever considered red light therapy? Basking in the sun used to be a good thing. You’d get your...

Travel

Summer Break Fun

Dude Ranch Glamping in Florida at Westgate River Ranch & Rodeo

Laura Byrne - June 1, 2022 0

Glamping in Florida on a dude ranch in the summertime? You betcha...especially when there is air-conditioning involved, y'all. Westgate River Ranch Resort and Rodeo is...

Florida STAYcation Picks: Our Favorite “Drivecations” to Explore

Day Trips Emily Banaitis - May 1, 2022 0

What Parents Need to Know About Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser at Walt Disney World

Disney + Central Florida Fun Laura Byrne - February 25, 2022 0

What You Need to Know Before Getting on a Disney Cruise

Disney + Central Florida Fun Dani Meyering - February 2, 2022 0

A Parent’s Review of Camp Margaritaville Auburndale

Disney + Central Florida Fun Dani Meyering - January 4, 2022 0

Day Trips

Beaches + Water Parks + Splash Pads

How to plan your visit to Caladesi Island, one of America’s Top 10 Beaches

Laura Byrne - May 26, 2022 0

Caladesi Island has long been one of our favorite family-friendly beaches in Tampa Bay and it's among the beaches we always recommend first when...

Day Trips

Where to Go Zip Lining in Tampa Bay with the Kids

Laura Byrne - May 18, 2022 0

Wondering where you can go zip lining in Tampa Bay? If you're looking for heart thumping family-friendly adventure, give zip lining a try! Zip lining...

Beaches + Water Parks + Splash Pads

The Best Family-Friendly Beaches in Tampa Bay

Anna Tataris de Jesus - May 1, 2022 0

I’m not Dr. Beach (who ranks best beaches). However, I do know whether the sand is great for my kids to play in and if the...

Day Trips

A Parent’s Review of Drawn to Life – Cirque du Soleil at Disney Springs

Dani Meyering - May 1, 2022 0

The moment I climbed the stairs of the Cirque du Soleil Theater at Disney Springs my face lit up. This theater is iconic and...