Articles in Things To Do

2017 Birthday Guide: Four Birthdays, Four Budgets

on June 29, 2017

As parents, we want to make sure our children get the birthday parties they deserve, while staying under budget. So, while the budgets may differ from family to family, we are here to assure you that the quality doesn’t have to. ... Read full article

Art with Toddlers

on August 01, 2016

The toddler years are the perfect time to start trying various types of art projects and begin experimenting with different types of materials.... Read full article

Knock Knock Children’s Museum

on June 01, 2017

Knock and the door will be opened. This summer, Baton Rouge families will walk through the doors of early childhood education paradise.... Read full article

Four Destinations, Four Budgets

on June 01, 2018

The summer is here, and you may feel the need for a family road trip. When it comes to short stays and mini vacays, the budget is always a factor. We are taking the guesswork out of the equation for these adventures and providing you with a blueprint... Read full article

Get Your Climb On: Sneak Peek at UpTown Climbing

on August 07, 2017

UpTown will have a 90-foot-long bouldering wall, over 60 rope stations up to 35 feet tall, a speed wall, crack climb, auto-bolay stations, and sport climbing. ... Read full article

Changing the Game: Is it Wise to Specialize?

on April 28, 2017

Gone are the days of children playing multiple sports just for fun. Now, many kids are playing one sport year round to become elite athletes. This athletic trend is called sports specialization. Is it always a good idea?... Read full article

Local Resources: Technology, Transportation, Travel

on August 01, 2014

By federal law, public transportation must be handicapped accessible.... Read full article

Travel: The Park at OWA

on January 03, 2019

My family and I were recently invited to Foley, AL to visit The Park at OWA for the weekend. We decided to take advantage of the fun weekend getaway, especially since it’s only a 3.5 hour drive from Baton Rouge, LA. ... Read full article

Costumes on a Dime

on October 01, 2018

11 Ways to Get Your Kid's Costume for Less.... Read full article

Choosing the Right Camp

on August 05, 2016

Camps are about learning as much as they’re about fun. Through hands-on experiences, unique challenges, and cooperative tasks with newly-made friends, those stories about camp will resonate for a lifetime. ... Read full article