Here's news for the Croc-hound in your house. Several weeks ago, the U-Village store Kid's Club became a collection point for SolesUnited. SolesUnited collects worn Crocs, recycles them into new footwear, then distributes the shoes to needy people worldwide.
By Lora Shinn | June 9, 2008
As fuel prices reach record levels, that cross-town playdate or activity looks less attractive. But several attractions (including the Burke Museum, Pacific Science Center and Seattle Art Museum) and businesses are handing out coupons to those of us willing to give our cars the summer off, through the Seattle Climate Action Now (CAN) program.
By Lora Shinn | June 10, 2008
A few weeks ago, I wrote about BPA-free bottles. But now Babies R Us in Lynnwood offers free exchanges -- turn in your icky plastics and get a BPA-free version.
Seattle Mom Blogs has all the details. Check out the site to find out more.
By Lora Shinn | June 13, 2008
Who cares about brain freeze -- if you're outta school? Pick up a frosty cone at Molly Moon's Last Day of School Event in Wallingford. The sweet shop offers flavors like Bubble Gum and Salted Caramel, Thai Iced Tea and Cardamom, Balsamic Strawberry and...Vanilla Bean (Vanilla's for the not-so-adventurous types).
By Lora Shinn | June 16, 2008
Ruby Grynberg, 29, and Sebastian Grynberg, 36, cobbled together their own creative answer to the work-life puzzle.
By Lora Shinn | June 17, 2008
This afternoon, my kids and I hit the University Village Sidewalk Sale. Great stuff! At Village Maternity, I saw Mei-tei-style baby carriers, maternity wear and infant swimsuits, plus $10 bins of baby and toddler gear.
By Lora Shinn | June 20, 2008
What's a kid's favorite dream? Probably the one where he lives in a toy store. That's more or less the case for two lucky little kids, Isaiah, 8, and Mira, 1. After all, the Izilla Toys-owning duo Jude Larene and Jen Schneeweis are their parents.
By Lora Shinn | June 23, 2008
Down in Fremont, a sweet little factory churns out my family's favorite food group: chocolate. And as of this week, Theo Chocolate revives their tour schedule.
By Lora Shinn | June 27, 2008
Don't forget -- the Seattle wading pools opened last Saturday. See a full list and open hours at city parks page. With 90 degree temps on the horizon for this weekend, the wading pools are a free way to stay cool.
By Lora Shinn | June 27, 2008
Amazingly, there's still room in Seattle Tilth's camps, in their fairy-touched Children's Garden, blossoming with edible flowers, herbs and other delicious plants.
By Lora Shinn | July 7, 2008
