Mr. Richard Joins Grow and Sing Studios
Orlando’s beloved Mr. Richard has teamed up with Grow and Sing Studios, Orlando’s local Kindermusik program, to bring Music for Aardvark’s to the kiddies of O-town.
Everything Else
Boo To You!
You may be thinking Halloween is lurking around the corner but Mickey and the gang have crept in before October. Ready to delight, not fright, your tots, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party really is a treat for those young and young at heart.
The Kids Sale is Coming
Kids are expensive, but their stuff doesn’t have to be. One of the hottest trends in helping to stretch dollars when shopping for kids is consignment sales. Not only is it money savvy, but it’s totally green too. (Oh, and it gives you motivation to clean out your kids closets - not just a chore, a money maker!)
Turn off Technology – at Least for Tomorrow
In our high-tech world, it’s hard to remember what we did before cell phones, smart phones and laptops. We are addicted to the convenience of being plugged in. While some have found a happy balance between the online world and offline world, some tech-junkies have a hard time powering down.
Three-Course Dinners for $30 - That’s Magical
Attention deal hunters and foodies, September is the month to eat out in style and on a budget. Orlando’s Magical Dinning Month offers three-course meals at more than 50 top restaurants throughout Central Florida for just $30. That’s right three-courses for $30, and we ain’t talkin’ Denny’s, we’re talkin’ about a high-class date night!
PLAYGROUND ♥s Grandparents
They spoil your kids and make you crazy with advice, but they are a beloved family treasure. September 12 is the day to celebrate them - it’s Grandparent’s Day. Here are some fun ways for your little ones to celebrate their grands.
Help! My Closet Needs a Makeover!
Do you find yourself dreading the morning saga of “what should I wear today?” When you enter your closet, do you need to leave a trail of Cheerios behind so someone will find you amid the mounds of clothes and shoes you just can’t bring yourself to throw out? If you’ve ever dreamed about being on one of those shows where they makeover your closet, PLAYGROUND readers, this is your lucky week!
Gone Bento
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.
PLAYGROUND’s Sweet Fall Deals
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:
We Knew Her When…
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!
He May Go All The Way…
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.
Reel Time for the Big Kids
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.
Staycation Elation
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!
Bringing Home the Bacon!
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?
Theater PLAY
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.