Looking for a ghoulish good time with the family? Houston Mothers Blog and Big Kid Small City are hosting a Halloween costume party at Gallery Furniture Grand Parkway on Thursday, October 22nd from 5:30pm to 7:30pm! Everyone’s encouraged to wear their Halloween costume for some indoor trick-or-treating and spooky fun crafts at GF’s newest Grand Parkway […]
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Take the Kids to Discovery Green
If you are looking for fun in Houston, Discovery Green is a sure bet for good, kid friendly events. The Fall 2015 schedule is up and looks to be even better than last year! The highlights are below! Toddler Tuesdays: Tuesdays, 10:30am – September 1 through October 27 Story time and activities with your favorite […]
Where to Walk or Run with a Stroller in Houston
It’s January and the stores are full of exercise equipment so you can accomplish your New Year’s goals… but how are you going to run on a treadmill with a baby? Grab your stroller and head out to one of Houston’s many places to walk or run behind a stroller! Hermann Park – The Marvin Taylor […]
Bath Play Time
Not all kids enjoy bath time but I am very fortunate that my son loves it. Here’s a list of activities he always enjoys doing in the tub, and it sure gets his attention when I mention it’s Bath Play Time. Hopefully these games, some inspired from Babble, can help encourage other children that are […]
Fall into Crafts!
This is a great impromptu activity to do with kids when you want to fit in a quick project, it gets everyone outside and it is fun for both kids and adults. All you need are some leaves, blank customizable cards with envelopes, (go for the sale bins at craft stores!) foam stickers, glue sticks, […]
Visit the Horses of the Houston Police Department Mounted Patrol
My kids enjoy seeing the Houston Police Mounted Patrol when we are in Hermann Park, downtown, or any of the other places they patrol. The officers have always been very nice and answered all of our questions while allowing us to pet the horses. Recently we decided to do even better though, and went to […]
Our First HMB and BKSC Spooktacular Was Boorillant!
It was another amazing Gallery Furniture take over, with a spooky spin! Kiddos Treat-Or-Treated around the store, tested their bravery on the “What’s Inside” Mystery Bowl station, played in the Kids Zone playground and even go to feed Fraenzy the horse! If you missed Friday’s party, or just can’t get enough of the fun, join us […]
Wings of the City at Discovery Green
Have you been to Discovery Green lately? Now through February 8, 2015, nine bronze sculptures by Mexican artist Jorge Marin can be found throughout the park. Wings of the City is for everyone to enjoy… and even be a part of! One of the installations has two steps up to angel wings for visitors to pose […]
Children’s Museum of Houston
The Children’s Museum of Houston is a 90,000 square foot wonderland that is just for kids! Originally founded as a way to promote childhood development, the museum delivers just that; but the kids are having so much fun they don’t even realize how much they are learning! Take Kidtropolis for example. This is a miniature city for […]
Running the Bases at Minute Maid Park
The only thing better than an afternoon at Minute Maid Park, watching the Houston Astros, eating popcorn and playing at the stadium’s playground, is running the bases after the game! After Sunday games, kids ages 5 to 14 are invited to run on the very same field as the profession baseball players! Under the the […]