Tag: Family Entertainment

Fun Afternoon Spent at Jurassic Quest

Fun Afternoon Spent at Jurassic Quest

On August 10th, 2024, Jurassic Quest arrived in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania for the weekend. My family received 4 complimentary admission tickets to go check it out. We took our 2 grandchildren ages 8 and 15 years old. The event aka show was held at the Pennsylvania 

Jurassic Quest – America’s Biggest Dinosaur Event Coming to a City Near You!

Jurassic Quest – America’s Biggest Dinosaur Event Coming to a City Near You!

Jurassic Quest is the largest and most realistic dinosaur experience in North America and part of the Family Quest Entertainment portfolio. Since 2013, Jurassic Quest has entertained more than 10 million fans in more than 250 cities across the U.S. and Canada with an up 

How to Find the Perfect Indoor Family Entertainment for the Weekend

How to Find the Perfect Indoor Family Entertainment for the Weekend

How to Find the Perfect Indoor Family Entertainment for the WeekendNow that  winter is just around the corner, if you live in a colder area, it can be pretty challenging to hunt down a place where you’ll be able to take your children, and at the same time, have fun with them.

But just because it’s not that easy, it doesn’t mean that you should be cooped up inside with them. On the contrary. There are a plethora of entertaining things you can do that will enable all of you to have the time of your life. So let’s see what’s at your disposal!

Laser Tag Is Always An Amazing Idea!

Now, here’s an activity that can be enjoyed with literally anyone, especially your kiddos. Since this game is pretty fast-paced, we are absolutely sure that all of you will have an unforgettable time, and will forget all your troubles.

Not to mention the fact that it encourages everyone to have some form of physical activity, which is always recommendable. If you live in the United States, then you should definitely try out laser tag in Mesa, AZ because we heard that it’s very popular among families with younger children. It’s without a doubt a form of entertainment for all ages!

Take Your Kids To The Theatre

If there’s one thing that’s not only amusing but also beneficial for a child’s development, then it’s certainly this one. This type of performing art most definitely positively impacts children’s imagination and creativity which is essential.

When a person is creative and focuses on honing these skills, it has a much higher chance of becoming successful, later in the future. Apart from that, another reason why theatre is so beneficial for youngsters is because it shows them the lives of people from various walks of life, and teaches them to appreciate different types of people with different backgrounds.

How to Find the Perfect Indoor Family Entertainment for the Weekend

And Then There Are Museums

Generally speaking, kids are like sponges. They tend to soak up literally any piece of information, which is amazing if it’s something useful. Now, we do know that they learn so many interesting things at school, but it doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t try to expand their knowledge, and simultaneously, their horizons.

And that’s exactly what you’ll achieve if you take them to a museum. If you notice that your little one is somewhat interested in history, then that’s another reason for you to introduce him/her to museums.

By doing so, you’ll provide them with some very interesting information related to the history, that can oftentimes be overlooked by their teachers, and school in general.

Bowling Is Fantastic Too!

If you have a child who is shy and doesn’t come out of their shell easily, then you should surely give bowling a try. Not only is it entertaining, but it is also a perfect opportunity for your kiddo to meet other children, and at the same time, to learn how to be a good sportsman.

The world offers a variety of different opportunities when it comes to amusing and thrilling activities for you and your children. It’s up to you to decide which of these that were mentioned today, seem like the most fun option.

Follow These Easy Steps And Uncover Your Family History

Follow These Easy Steps And Uncover Your Family History

Exploring your family’s history can be an exciting and rewarding journey. Uncovering your ancestors’ triumphs and challenges that they encountered and overcame can shed some light on your current situation. It can offer insights into different aspects that help in knowing who and where you 

Tips for Hosting a Family Event

Tips for Hosting a Family Event

Seeing your family on a regular occasion is a part of life that is very important. When it comes to distant or non-immediate families, then you have to make an effort to see them. Without this effort, you are going to find that it is 

Family Bonding: Regular Dinner Dates Out

Family Bonding: Regular Dinner Dates Out

Family Bonding: Regular Dinner Dates OutHow many of you get together regularly with your family for bonding time? Our family is BIG on spending time together. During the warmer months of the year we’ll often rotate houses and do backyard barbecues & pool parties. During the cooler months of the year we’ll meet up at a local restaurant for lunch or dinner.

We all lead very busy lives and our lives can get in the way of keeping a strong connection and bond with our families. In some families, they’ll only get together during holiday celebrations or in death…when someone passes away. In between those times they might do the occasional phone call, mail off a greeting card or make contact via social media.

Family Bonding: Regular Dinner Dates Out

That’s all fine and dandy (I guess), but I feel its really important for families to stay connected and to spend time with each other. We all like to get together every 6-8 weeks….even if its only for 1 or 2 hours. To keep things simple and stress-free, a lot of times we’ll meet up at a local restaurant for something to eat. We always pick a place that the majority of us can afford and a place that has a wide variety of menu offerings.

I know for some people this isn’t possible due to not having family that lives close by. That’s okay too! Just make sure you’re reaching out to them on a regular basis to keep the connection going. For those of you where distance is an issue…make sure you reach out regularly by phone!!! Email and social media is nice for quick messages, but its NOT appropriate (in my book) for real one-on-one connections with those that you love. Just my 2 cents on that!

How many of you regularly get together with your family? For those that do, what kind of activities do you enjoy doing together? Any traditions?

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Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game

Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Game

Do any of you enjoy watching professional baseball? Do any of you actually love traveling to the games and seeing them in person? If so, do you have a favorite team that you love to watch? I admit, we are NOT huge professional baseball fans, 

Day Out with Thomas at the Strasburg Rail Road

Day Out with Thomas at the Strasburg Rail Road

By: Guest Reviewer Stephanie Dunkerley Today we went to the Day Out with Thomas event at the Strasburg Railroad. It was our family’s first trip to the railroad and it turned out to be a beautiful November day. We have two boys, ages 5 (Seth)