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1. Awhitu Peninsula – Franklin Awhitu Lighthouse, on a beautiful peninsula on the south-western shores of the Manukau Harbour, has remarkable views of the coast. Awhitu Regional Park has rambling farmland and tidal beaches to explore, and sheltered swimming beaches are tucked around the harbour. Driving time: About 45 minutes from Auckland City. What to pack: Camera, fishing gear, windproof    .. more …

Spending more time with your family is very important. It can seem like everyone in your household is moving in different directions most of the time. With Georgia mountain cabins rentals though you can carve out several days where all of you will be able to spend quality time with each other. Without the distractions of your daily routine you can focus on those relationships. It is a great way to    .. more …

After school activities can be excellent ways to help kids stay healthy and develop good social skills while learning in new and fun ways. The following are just four examples of unique and engaging after school activities that kids in grades K-12 will love. Gardening A garden can be a great way to teach kids about healthy eating as well as patience and dedication. It can also be a lot of fun. Be    .. more …

MONTREAL – When children ask for Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star these days, they don’t necessarily expect their parents to break into song.They might prefer mom or dad surrender the iPhone, so they can hear the song and play along on touch-sensitive piano keys that light up with the music. Yes, there’s an app for that, and it’s the idea of Montrealers Wendy Wiseman and Sherry Segal.The founders of    .. more …

Are you and your family interested in taking a vacation this year? If so, you are not alone. Each year a large percentage of American families make the decision to have a summer vacation. Popular vacation destinations include amusement parks, beaches, and campgrounds. But, did you know that you can also have your next family vacation aboard a cruise ship?Cruise ships have been successfully    .. more …

United Way Volunteer Connection and RSVPScience Factory Children’s Museum – Helpers needed to assist with hands-on science activities for children and families; orientation provided.St. Vincent de Paul Society – Bicycle mechanics needed to check and repair donated bikes.Willamalane Park Recreation District – Helpers to set up, decorate and run the Daddy-Daughter Valentine Social Feb. 12.For    .. more …

It’s been open for a month already, but this Saturday the Cheam Leisure Centre celebrates with a grand opening party featuring free admission and lots of activities for kids.The new $9 million facility officially opened on April 15 with a new weight room and a six-lane, 25-metre lap pool.On May 15 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. everyone is welcome to stop by to see the facility.In addition to tours    .. more …

Here is a method, with 4 stages of learning, which you can teach your children.These actions for literacy activities will positively improve your children’s literacy abilities.The 4 rungs to the success ladder are;1) Whatever you are LEARNING2) Take action STEPS3) Ask, do you KNOW IT?4) Do what WORKS1) LearningThere are many areas that your child will need to learn andSchool provides an    .. more …

WWE(R) (NYSE: WWE PowerRating ) announced today that tickets for WrestleMania Axxess will go on sale tomorrow, January 29 at 10 AM ET. WrestleMania Axxess will take place at the Georgia World Congress Center, Building C in Atlanta, GA, from Thursday, March 31 through Sunday, April 3, 2011.WrestleMania Axxess is an interactive, family-friendly event, where fans can experience WWE up close and    .. more …

It is the holiday season and want you to take your family away somewhere. Have you decided on where you would like to go or how to spend it. If you haven’t made a decision yet, maybe you should sit back and think about going camping. This is a fun way for all your family to enjoy a holiday.Camping does sound like fun and is a favourite pastime for lot of families in America. You may wonder why    .. more …