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Pumpkin Patch Guide for Charlottesville Families

Celebrate the beginning of the fall season with this local pumpkin patch guide for the Charlottesville area.

kids trick-or-treating

Family Halloween Events in Charlottesville

Celebrate Halloween with the family at these local Charlottesville events. Halloween events include trick-or-treating, hangouts and more.

Free Printable Coloring Pages for Kids

Color with Bumble! Our favorite bumblebee has a selection of coloring/activity sheets for kids to enjoy at home–now featuring five new holiday sheets! Pick your favorites and get those crayons ready! Click an image below to download your printable PDF.                              

Family at bake sale

Easy At-Home Math & Science Games

6 GAMES TO REINFORCE MATH AND SCIENCE SKILLS Lazy days at home give kids plenty of chances to unwind, but time out of school can cause kids to forget academics, and losses are greatest for kids who are already struggling. The good news? Fun, at-home math projects using inexpensive supplies can prevent learning loss, and […]

Kids Diversity Reading List

Books for Kids About Race & Diversity Books are one of the best tools to engage with children on important issues. Check out this list of reads broken down by age to help encourage conversations about race and diversity with your kids and family. Please note this post contains Amazon affiliate links. Ivy Life & Style […]

Newcomers Guide to Charlottesville

Welcome to CHArlottesville Albemarle County, Virginia! Nestled in the foothills of the legendary Blue Ridge Mountains, our community is known for year-round natural beauty and small city sophistication. Families here enjoy drives alongside the beautiful rolling meadows of horse country where every hill promises a stunning view. In the city, we benefit from the University […]

Active Family Fun

7 WAYS TO GET THE FAMILY UP & MOVING Everyone needs some physical activity in their lives, and incorporating it into daily and weekly routines will help your family lead a healthier and happier life! Exercise helps babies develop motor skills, and it supports kids’ hearts, lungs and muscles as they continue to grow and […]