Now that summer is officially underway, the Mid-Continent Public Library has launched its annual summer reading program. This summer reading program for kids (and adults) encourages them to read for at least 20 minutes...
Looking for a way to get your family out of the house and active? Do the kids like to explore? There are many hiking trails around Kansas City, like Cave Springs Park in Raytown,...
Kansas City has earned quite a reputation for being a family-friendly city. Excellent employment reports and school ratings have led to the city becoming a haven for families with young children and upward-moving professionals....
Where to Celebrate Juneteenth in KC, Monday, June 19, 2023 For almost 200 years, the celebration of Juneteenth has been a day of celebration amongst many African American families as it commemorates the emancipation...
Mid-Continent Public Library has some of the best library programs in Kansas City! So, we gathered the unique library programs, educational library events, and helpful resources for Back to School. Their vast list of...
Cheap or free summer movies for kids in KC are the key to happiness this summer! Kids get to have fun at the movies, while KC parents can save money! If you’re looking for...
If you want to get away from the suburbs, or if you’re looking for a cheap alternative to a family vacation… a staycation in Kansas City is perfect! A fun staycation in downtown KC...
Check out our Guide to Memorial Day events happening in and around KC. As the official start of summer, Memorial Day is a day set aside to remember those that died serving our country...
During the summer break your child may fall into the summer slide. What is summer slide? It is summer learning loss in children while they are away from school. Between school years, children tend...
Summer is long and sometimes it’s hard to find fun summer activities for kids. Finding things to do is easy in the beginning. You have tons of activities planned (it seems) and then as summer...
The River Market in Kansas City is the first and oldest organized district in KC. Over the years it has been known by many different names. Originally known as Westport Landing because of the...
Our kiddos anxiously await the sweet days of summer, but we can all agree, there comes a day when parents need the summer break to be over… You love your kids and would do anything...