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Reading with the Rays 2023
Kids can win 2 tickets to a Tampa Rays game just by reading over the summer!
FREE Bowling for Kids this Summer!
Kids Bowl Free is back for another year of family fun!
Summer BreakSpot in Polk County 2023
All Summer Long Summer BreakSpot provides FREE meals to children 18 and under during the summer months.
Summer Fun Days 23′ at Bok Towers fueled by Wawa
Free Admission to Bok Towers on certain dates this summer thanks to Wawa!
What the Moms of The Local Moms Network Want for Mother’s Day
Our moms share their picks for Sunday.
The Perfect Brunch item – Prosecco Strawberries
Get ready to become obsessed with these delicious Prosecco Strawberries. They are perfect on their own or as a garnish on a sparkly drink for Brunch.
Spring Volunteer Opportunities for Teens with Polk County Parks & Recreation
There are multiple programs and special events occurring this spring across Polk County in need of volunteers.
Meet Local Mom Lauren Crosby Bretz
Meet local mom Lauren Crosby Bretz who is a Certified Holistic Health Professional, Emotional Release Expert, and Relationship Coach.
Edible Gold Cookie Coins
Edible Gold Cookie Coins are an easy and fun treat for πSt. Patrickβs Day!
Miley Cyrus: The New Life Coach for Moms?
Flowers might be the new mom self-care anthem.
9 Mom Friends Every Mom Needs
Mom friends are the glue that hold us together when shit hits the fan, and motherhoodβs fan is being in a wind tunnel while youβre going 100 mph in a convertible. In other words, youβre going to need some good glue.
How to Talk to Kids About Black History Month
If youβre looking for ways this month (and always) to celebrate Black History and have age appropriate discussions about race and racism, youβll want to bookmark our latest interview with our psychology contributor, Reon Baird-Feldman, PhD
Meet the Dad Behind Pinstripes
Dad of three Dale Schwartz shares all about this family-friendly entertainment and dining destination.
Why Damar Hamlin Matters So Much to Moms
We hope this role model and his family feel the support from fans, particularly from Moms. Because we can all see a little bit of Damar, Nina, Mario and his 7-year-old brother Damir, in ourselves
Churro Caramel Cracker Bites
Churro Caramel Cracker Bites are going to be a family favorite. Perfect snack for family movie night!
Six Cookbooks to Try in the New Year
These six bestsellers from 2022 will keep you cooking all year long!
Meet local mom, Jackie, the Mom behind Jackie G Blog
This month’s local Meet A Mom is Jackie from Jackie G Blog on Instagram. Jackie shares home decor ideas, craft ideas, and product recommendations to help you celebrate every holiday in style.
2023 Planner Roundup
Get organized and offline with these gorgeous options.
Meet the Mom Behind Tired As A Mother Creations by JH
Meet the local mom behind Tired As A Mother Creations by JH
Melissa Joan Hart: Lifetime’s Queen of Christmas
Anyone else all about made-for-TV holiday movies that are all over Lifetime and Hallmark channels this time of year? Us too! Then you know that Melissa Joan Hart is one of the veritable Queens of Lifetimeβs festive films. This season, as part of a new multi-film,...
