Coming to Phoenix from the Midwest, I just was not sure how to preserve the joys of the fall season for my family. I mean, truly, it is still 90 most days and the cacti don’t really change their...
Being a native of this state it's hard to imagine winter any other way. Growing up in Flagstaff for a short while I did get to experience shoveling snow, trick or treating in the snow, and snow days. But since...
Ready for a secret? I don't tell too many friends, for fear that they might beat me to that coveted pair of black Mini Melissa's or a Peek skirt.
But here it is. . . Hissyfits!
All the hip mama's out there...
Here is your neighborhood Christmas Lights round-up for Phoenix!
Christmas Eve Luminarias in Moon Valley - 1344 W Thunderbird Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85023, USA
Start from Thunderbird Rd and Coral Gables Drive, and go north on Coral Gables. Follow the lights...
We are starting a new on-going series entitled Neighborhood Highlights. We will be featuring different restaurants, boutiques, parks, coffee joints, ice cream shops, date locations, and more. We hope to introduce you to some of our favorite places in...
The Shops at Norterra are hosting an awesome Back to School bash Saturday, September 7th on Main Street from 6-9pm! Here are the details:
Celebrate the school year at this FREE event featuring an interactive DJ, inflatable games, photo booth, face painting,...
Lunch at Pei Wei!
Last week, the family went to lunch at Pei Wei on Indian School and 44th to checkout the brand new store redesign that just re-opened. We loved it. The kids picked out fried rice, orange chicken...
This may sound a bit simplified, but getting a workout in is how I remain a sane and happy mom. Anybody else with me on that? The mixture of endorphins, plus sweating out all my worries, gives me patience and keeps me...
Looking for a date night spot? We are so lucky to have some amazing choices in Phoenix, and Sam Fox knows his stuff. You'll get more than good eats when you visit a Fox restaurant, you'll get a full...
Is it spring or summer??I sure can't tell! Though we have been blessed lately with some beautiful breezy days, let's just accept the fact that the sun is already stinkin' HOT and the HOTTER temps are right around the...
"Thanks a Latte" for all those who attended our play date at Playgrounds Fun Zone and Cafe a few weeks ago!
Wasn't it such a fun venue? I love the ability to sit and relax with a cup of coffee...
Back to School
Happy Monday! Today my little guy goes back to preschool. He went for the first time last year when he turned 3 years old. He's going this year at 4 years old... and dare I say, he...
I know my little family and I are always looking for some fun things to do (FREE is even better) when Friday rolls around. So I thought I'd share some fun events going on in the valley you may...
We couldn't be more excited to announce the launch of North Phoenix Moms Blog Neighborhood Groups! We have been so eager to announce them and bring this community of moms in the Phoenix area even closer together.
To celebrate we are hosting a LAUNCH...
Did you know that tomorrow is "Small Business Saturday"? Go and support your local business! We went to downtown Glendale last for Glendale Glitters. Have you been? They decorate all their trees, and there are lots of local vendors there...
My family spent sometime at the Shops at Norterra this weekend and I wanted to share some of the highlights with all our readers! My husband and son were first time customers at V's Barbershop and we couldn't be...
One of my fellow co-founders (Rachel) and I were recently given the opportunity to check out As You Wish Pottery's new location at Westgate! We were encouraged to bring the family and make it into a fun, family night...
I am pretty excited about today's giveaway! How many of us ladies have ever wanted to drag our husband (or significant other!) to a dance lesson?! I know I have. Well I am giving you the opportunity to do just...
Recently I was told by a fellow book lover about a local bookstore that I had to visit! As I pulled up to the used bookstore about a month later, I thought to myself that this may be where...
Arizona Dance Artistry is now holding open auditions for the Nutcracker 2012! If you have a son or daughter who is age seven or above and loves to dance, this is SUCH a great opportunity. Auditions are FREE! Last...
We recently had the pleasure of touring Queen Creek Olive Mill and were blown away with the experience....pssst you can tour too! They are Arizona's only producer of Extra Virgin Olive Oil and are located in Queen Creek. Their mill boasts over...
Things-To-Do
Arizona Science Center: Trading Happy Hour for Snow Explosions
Ah, the glory days of happy hour—when I could sip cocktails, laugh with friends, and somehow still make it to closing time. Fast forward...
