Say sayonara to squished sandwiches and plastic baggies, and konichi wa to the bento box. Say what? The bento box mom, duh. Jump on the bandwagon and discover a world of lunches that are stylish, healthy, waste-free and almost too cute to eat.
We know that while reading your PLAYGROUND from cover to cover you’ve noticed all the fab deals our partners are offering right now. In case you need the CliffsNotes version … let’s recap:
As Studio One Young Beast Society continues to thrill audiences and judges alike on America’s Got Talent, we are thrilled to say we knew its youngest member, Marlee Hightower, before America discovered her. Orlando’s got a reason to be proud when Studio One hits the stage; this smokin’ crew features eight hip-hop stars from O- town. Ranging in age from 10 to 21. Little Marlee may be the baby of this dynamic ensemble but she’s hot, hot, hot!
Move over Tiger, Orlando is grooming your replacement. Local golf school the Faldo Golf Institute by Marriot, founded by six-time major champion Nick Faldo, is looking to add another mini champion to its credit.
Summer movie programs are great fun, but most are geared toward little tikes. Since no self-respecting “big kid” wants to see a little kid movie that is popular now, the Enzian Theatre’s family-friendly KidFest Summer Movie series is featuring movies for tweens and teens. From July 24 through July 31.
It’s official, I have discovered the best BOGO deal of the summer and an amazing gem of a resort just on the outskirts of town. The Reunion Resort is nestled just off I-4 about five minutes from Walt Disney World, and it is offering a BOGO deal on rooms all summer! If saving boocoo bucks isn’t enough of a reason to pack your bags, let me give you a few more highlights so you can get your STAYcation on!
As parents, we know the importance of teaching our future Suze Orman how to save and manage money. More than ever, it’s important to teach her that she’s in control of her wealth. Experts agree that as early as age 3, it’s important to get your future entrepreneur to start counting her pennies. What better way to motivate responsible money management than when she gets $5 in her Nemo birthday card?
All the world’s a stage, and it’s time to introduce your future thespians to the fun. The Orlando Repertory Theatre invites you to attend the 4th Annual Target Family Theatre Festival, July 16-25.
Kids can’t resist the love of a cuddly canine companion. Florida Hospital for Children has just what the doctor ordered, a prescription of puppy love for the peds patients. Murray, a loveable PhD (Pretty Happy Dog), leaves a trail of smiling faces after he makes his daily rounds. Yep, this dog makes hospital rounds.
Break out your red, white and blue apparel and get ready to celebrate our nation’s independence. It’s the summer’s biggest day - the 4th of July. We rounded up some of the biggest and best celebrations on Saturday and Sunday all over CF.
Have you checked out Harry Potter’s Wizzarding World at Islands of Adventure yet? Our very own Chrissy Allen, PLAYGROUND co-founder, was invited to the Grand Opening Celebration - check out her photos and get the skinny on the event.
“Schools out for summer,” your kiddos shout with joy. But all you can think about is how to entertain the excited crew for the next two months. Enter kids’ summer movie programs.
Ya know what dad really wants for Father’s Day? He wants to spend time with his family doing something fun, something special, something memorable. This Father’s Day, share a special breakfast or lunch with dad and your tot’s fav furry friends over at Busch Gardens’ Dine with Elmo and Friends.
School’s out, and while our kiddos are done thinking about hitting the books for the summer, we parents never stop plotting how to help our kids improve. It doesn’t matter if we have a straight “A” student, the class clown or a kid labeled with a learning disability - we worry, and we want to help. (Gosh it’s tough being a parent!)
We’ve got 10 great reasons to hit Aquatica this summer. Check ‘em out.
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