On February 6-10 the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus will be coming to the PNC Arena in Raleigh, NC. Ringling Bros. presents Dragons brings together mystic dragon lore with authentic circus feats. Audience members will see one amazing act after another, from Shaolin Kung Fu Warrios, charging Cossack riders, magnificent Asian elephants, fierce…
Marbles Kid’s Museum in Raleigh is offering several new enrichment programs for young children. I’m very excited because we just signed Jude up for one of the upcoming Little Kids Classes. Little Kids Learn is a new series of classes where preschoolers can explore art, science, music and more—the Marbles way, through PLAY! Make scientific…
This past weekend we took a short trip to Charleston, South Carolina to visit Joe’s family. While there we visited the South Carolina Aquarium. Visiting the aquarium was on my Summer Bucket List but I imagined we’d just go to the NC Aquarium which is nowhere near as large as the SC Aquarium. Aside from…
Super Why, Alpha Pig, Wonder Red, Princess Presto and Woofster are going on tour this summer. This July, Super Why Live will be touring throughout the Southeastern United States. We are super excited to be attending the show in Raleigh. Joe loves Super Why so I know that he will be thrilled to see them…
On May 9, 10, 16 and 17 when Tweetsie Railroad transforms into the magical world of Letterland. (Note: May 9th + 10th are already sold out!) Letterland is a child-friendly phonics program that uses a multi-sensory approach combining phonics and storytelling. From Talking Tess’s train to Eddie Elephant’s Gem Mine, each area of the park…
This past week, we took a mini-road trip to Charlotte, NC, where we visited with old friends, ate yummy food, and did some shopping. We don’t travel a lot because we have 2 small children, but when we do, it usually goes pretty well because we plan accordingly. Pro Planning Tip: We recommend using Jessica…
Yesterday, Joe took a half day and attended the NC State Fair. Joe and I have gone to the fair every year. Ironically, neither of us enjoys large crowds, but somehow, each year, we procure free tickets and go anyway. However, we always have a great time and power through our distaste for large groups…
My name is Suzanne, and I author the blog pretty*swell. I’m so grateful for Jessica sharing her space today for a cause close to my heart. The StrollerThon, benefiting Postpartum Education and Support, is this Saturday in Apex, N.C. If you live nearby, it’s not too late to register! We’re also hosting an online raffle…