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by Kristen Bagwell
In the grocery yesterday, I got into the longer line on purpose because I was alone and desperate to catch up on the latest gossip. Which got me thinking: when did I stop reading magazines?! It wasn't that long ago when I would race to the store to get the latest issue of People, Cosmo, etc. Now, it's a special occasion if I sit down to read anything longer than Go Dog Go. Read More
Sponsored by ABC of NC Child Development Center
Thatcher Davis has autism and a limited spoken vocabulary. But, with his iPad, he asks for chocolate milk, states that he’s bored in class, and tells his brothers that he wants to play a game.
Thatcher, a student at ABC of NC Child Development Center, is part of a growing trend of children with autism who use a touch screen tablet to communicate and learn. Read More
by Kristen Bagwell
Who's ready to shop? The spring consignment sales are here again! Many shows are available in the Triangle area whether you are a seller or a shopper, so check the list below to see which one (or two or three) work best for you.
The consignment shows below are listed by date, with the earliest shows at the top. Tip: find and "like" these shows on Facebook for seasonal updates and inside info! Read More
by Kristen Bagwell
Remember the good old days when we played outside until the streetlights came on? We had to listen for our names being called to come home, not to our mobile phones. As our childrens' lives become more high-tech, their play becomes less imaginative. While electronic games can be good learning tools, they are mainly based on question and response, not on make-believe. How, then, can we make sure our kids continue to exercise their imaginations?
Pump It Up of Raleigh has the answer. Recognizing that make-believe play is a rarity for children in today’s digital world filled with high-tech toys and gaming systems, Pump It Up is reintroducing families to the benefits of using their imaginations. Today, the indoor inflatable playground is announcing an entirely new line of “Adventure Parties” nationwide, where children go through Superhero or Pirate training camps to encourage imaginative play among children 3 to 7 years old. Read More
by Kristen Bagwell
Finally, it's here - our 2012 reader-approved summer camp directory! Whether you are looking for an overnight camp or a local option, half or full day, partial week or week long camps (or longer) - there is something on the list below. Thanks so much to all the readers who emailed us their favorites. If you don't see your favorite option below on the list, let me know! Read More
By Guest Blogger Heather Bjork
September – school starting back and the start of soccer and football season. Fans of both sports are passionate in their love of these games. One does not have to look very far to spot people wearing football or soccer apparel around the Triad. Sports are an important part of most people’s lives, and they are commonly discussed at home, with friends, in the workplace, in cyber space and through any form of media that we come in contact with on a daily basis. As such, it seems we would be doing our children a disservice to not expose them to different sports and give them an opportunity to experience playing different sports.
If you have not yet provided your child with the chance to get involved in a sport, think again. Even if you are not a “sports” person yourself, there are multiple benefits to allowing your child to play sports. Read More
by Katie Moosbrugger
We are already thinking "hooray for fall" around here, and what better way to celebrate than to plan some outdoor fun? These tips and tricks from Katie can help you get the ball rolling. Enjoy! ...Kristen B. Read More
By Beth Frack, Artist-in-Residence at Forsyth Country Day School
Several years ago, I taught music to a kindergarten student who was described by his classroom teachers and parents as unhappy, moody, contradictory and never excited about anything. That same year I gave him a solo in a school musical, and it was like watching a caterpillar turn into a butterfly. This child became confident and excited about everything. Suddenly, there was joy and happiness, and it spilled over into his classroom and home life in a very positive way. The teachers were amazed at thetransformation in this child, and they attributed the change to the joy that music brought into his life. Read More
All moms deserve recognition just for being incredible people! Here at Triangle Moms On Main, we want to highlight local moms and give them the props they deserve. Meet these extraordinary women who are making a difference in the lives of their families, friends, strangers, and the community. They might be movers, shakers, entrepreneurs, athletes, volunteers, or caregivers, but most importantly … they are moms!
For a look back at all of our moms on the move, click here...we've featured some great women! Read More
by guest blogger Jennifer Benoit of Tutor Doctor Raleigh-Durham
According to the Institute for Emerging Issues at NC State*, our children will be facing more diverse needs in the job market than ever. At the recent Superintendent’s Breakfast in Wake County, I had the opportunity to hear Dr. James Zuiches (NCSU) speak. He relayed data and figures that made me consider the path of the students we serve through tutoring along with the path of my own son.
See the data below taken from the Institute: Read More
by guest blogger and fitness expert Kevin Hedley
Well, here we go with a new year and a new start on being a better you. The start of the year is a time to reflect on the successes and accomplishments of the past 12 months and a good time to set new goals going forward. So take a moment and write down what you have done well in the last year and what positive effects these habits have had on your life. Make a commitment to continue these efforts and allow yourself to feel good about what you have done. Here are 5 ideas to consider for 2012 in an effort to help you get moving in the right direction. Read More
By Guest Blogger Michelle Bostian, LCSW
Lower School Counselor for Greensboro Day School
Feeling uncomfortable about being separate from mom and dad, or “separation anxiety” is most commonly thought to be something that impacts preschool children and kindergarten age. It does, but also common is the onset around 4th grade. It catches parents off guard because they think they are done with this sort of thing. Read More
by guest blogger Kurt L. Klinepeter, M.D. Pediatric Behavioral Medicine Specialist
From our adult perspective, we typically think about childhood as a care-free time without significant worry or anxiety. Certain situations may cause children and adolescents to be acutely anxious -- but not for long and not in a chronic, life-changing way. However, childhood anxiety is more common than most people think and if it is sustained for longer periods of time should be addressed. Read More
by Kristen Bagwell
What does your morning routine look like? Calm, regimented, lovely...or is it like my house: remembering what you thought you'd planned out and actually didn't, about 4 minutes before you have to leave...making 11 trips to the car so you don't drop coffee on the baby in his car seat, and also to remember the makeup basket for the commute post-kids...not to mention the smoothie, and the 2 school bags, and the granola bar for the 4-year old...anyway. Read More
by Guest Blogger, Heather Keenan
In a world where it seems new gadgets are invented weekly to make our daily routines easier I have found, as a mother, that there are just some things in life that still have to be done the old fashioned way, with time and lots of patience. That being said, I have discovered that I do not always excel in the patience department with my adorable, loving, strong willed two-year-old! After a particularly rough day with her I decided to take some time out to reflect on what could be done to make sure that days like those were limited. This is what I came up with.
The main issue at our house as of late is potty training. I'm not a fan of the wording, potty "training", so let's call it potty "time". While she has been using the potty for a few months now, and doing very well, she does, just like two-year-olds do, have the dreaded accident here and there. I can deal with that. Most of the time. Then there are those times where I swear she is just peeing on the floor for fun. That's where my patience issue comes into play. Read More
by Kristen Bagwell
I have seen today's funny floating around on Facebook, and I think it's worth a "share." Our children's world is quite different than the one we grew up in, and the sense of entitlement in some of our young adults seems to be a result of that. The attached image gets us back to the basics, and is entitled "11 Rules Your Kids Did Not And Will Not Learn In School." Enjoy! Read More
by Kristen Bagwell
In the grocery yesterday, I got into the longer line on purpose because I was alone and desperate to catch up on the latest gossip. Which got me thinking: when did I stop reading magazines?! It wasn't that long ago when I would race to the store to get the latest issue of People, Cosmo, etc. Now, it's a special occasion if I sit down to read anything longer than Go Dog Go. Read More
by Kimberly Froeschner
Your soaps are slowly dying off, so why not get some movie classics in while you eat your bon bons and the kids are napping? Yeah, right. If you're like me, you haven't seen a soap opera since college.
However...if you find yourself lying on the couch sick with the latest virus, or up in the middle of the night holding the baby (with the latest virus)...Or in case you just need a break. I've listed a few of my favorite classics for your enjoyment, along with a little insight about why these are indeed must-see movies. Read More
by Kristen Bagwell
Have you ever wished you could nicely say to someone "seriously, that is TMI" or "I can't believe you just put that out there" on Facebook or Twitter? If so, you need the notepad below! It's an anonymous way to tell people to stop being ridiculous (and also a good rule of thumb for not-doing silly or annoying stuff with social media yourself).
Now, if only I could figure out a way to send this online... Read More
by Kristen Bagwell
I am so excited! I have finally bought a juicer. Who cares, you ask? Well. It's not like I am susceptible to trends...maybe. Actually, let me think about all of the fitness and health items I've purchased over the years (and subsequently given to goodwill, returned, or sold on ebay): Read More
By Tasty Table Blogger Jenny Stauffer
One of my biggest passions is browsing recipes. I love new cookbooks. I will go to my friends’ homes and look at cookbooks. I love cooking magazines and can’t get enough. And I watch Food Network a lot. So I am always trying new recipes each week. Lately, my biggest obsession for recipe finding is the website www.pinterest.com. I love the visual “clips”. (Click here to see TMoM's blog on how to use Pinterest). I also really like to read cooking blogs. A few of my favorites blogs include "For the Love of Cooking", "Plain Chicken" and "Skinny Taste."
Each Sunday, I look through my tagged recipes, recall family faves, and then make a weekly menu. Usually I try one or two new recipes a week. I have made a few new recipes lately I thought I would share! Where do you all find new recipes? How do you plan your meals? Leave your suggestion below in the comment box! Read More
by Kristen Bagwell
The title of this post sounds somewhat like a marital event, at least in my house...but that's a story for another time. The drive thru to which I am referring is the fast food drive thru, which I love and hate equally.
Love: french fries. Come on! Who doesn't love some fast food french fries?
Hate: The Guilt. Every mom who has fed her child fast food has experienced "the guilt" to some extent.
I understand that fast food marketers usually target kids. I understand that movies like Supersize Me and Fast Food Nation show some significant issues with the fast food industry. My question is this - if we as parents grew up with the occasional fast food meal and have lived to tell about it, can we not assume that our kids will be okay as well, as long as fast food is not a way of life? Read More
by Kristen Bagwell
At the end of a charitable work-week in a foreign country, what are you left with? We first mentioned a friend of mine who is currently on a mission last week, and today is a follow-up to that blog post. It's been so interesting to follow her online updates, and to try and imagine all of the experiences, emotions, and fulfillment that comes with a trip like this. I'm so happy and proud of my girlfriend for heading out on this challenge, and hope to do the same someday.
Below are some excerpts from her daily notes - these paint a picture of what the week was like, in her own words. Read More
by Kristen Bagwell
Have you ever considered going on a mission trip, or traveling to a community less fortunate? I have several friends who have done this in the past two years: one to Africa, one to Jamaica, one to Haiti, and one to Belize. Most recently - in fact, right this minute - one of my long-time friends is in Nepal working with Habitat for Humanity to build sustainable housing from bamboo.
Although it can be difficult to find "the right time" for a trip like this, it's absolutely amazing to consider, much less go and do. I am fascinated by the stories that my traveling friends have shared, and so I wanted to show a bit of what Amber is experiencing while she is away. After more than 24 hours of travel, her first experience was actually a 6.9-magnitude earthquake, which thankfully did not injure any of their traveling group. A rocky start seems to have led to smooth sailing, though. Here's a bit of background on how she came to choose Habitat and Nepal, and we'll follow up next week with some of her tales from the trip. Read More
By Rachel Hoeing
We took our first family trip to Disney World last October and I can honestly say it was the best week of 2009! My mom was recovering from chemotherapy, and this was exactly the “magical” experience she needed in her life. My children were six and four, which were great ages for our first trip. My father and sister also joined us. So, we had seven people on this vacation. My goal in today’s blog is to share with you what worked for us. Every family has different priorities when going on vacation, so some of you may have had a totally different experience. I can say that we did not encounter any problems on the trip and it was relaxed and enjoyable for everyone, so use what you can below and add thoughts of your own. Read More
by Kristen Bagwell
Who's ready to shop? The spring consignment sales are here again! Many shows are available in the Triangle area whether you are a seller or a shopper, so check the list below to see which one (or two or three) work best for you.
The consignment shows below are listed by date, with the earliest shows at the top. Tip: find and "like" these shows on Facebook for seasonal updates and inside info! Read More
By Chrissy Freeman
Chrissy is the brains behind ConsignmentMommies.com, a fabulous consignment directory and social media resource for every shopper no matter your zip code. Chrissy is a mom who lives in Greensboro, and while her site features a ton of great Triad and Triangle sales, you can also search other sales happening around the country. Be sure to check her site often to find the latest sales (many of which are ranked), and sign up for her newsletter to get alerts in advance! - KB
Repeat after me: Consignment Sales are not Garage Sales, Consignment Sales are not Garage Sales..." There's a lot of "misunderstanding" about consignment sales. Until you've been to a really good one, its hard to appreciate the full value in these sales. If you are one of those trendy moms who is skeptical of the whole consignment thing, here are a few things you should know... Read More
by Kristen Bagwell
Readers, we want to show how much we appreciate your support over the past year as Triangle Moms On Main has grown. And so...drum roll please...welcome to our second annual Holiday Giveaway! Two lucky readers will win a gift package valued at nearly $600 (each) on Friday December 16, just in time for Christmas!
Keep reading to see the participating merchants, and don't forget to register at the end of this post. Also, please visit these spots to do some holiday shopping or just to treat yourself, and tell them we sent you. (That will help us to bring you more free stuff!)
Oh, and one more thing - make sure you pass this giveaway along to your friends, because if one of them is our lucky winner, YOU ALSO WIN! Just tell your friends to enter your name on the survey where it asks how you heard about us. Bonus - if they also like the Triangle MOM facebook page, your name will get thrown into the hat twice, which doubles your chances of winning! Read More
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Saturday, October 29 at 11 am
North Carolina Museum of Art
2110 Blue Ridge Road | Raleigh, NC | (919) 839-NCMA
East Building | Museum Auditorium
Children ages 5 and up; Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
$3 Members
$5 Nonmembers
Enjoy stories from around the world told through mime, puppetry, drama, comedy, and music. Performer Doug Berky inspires and educates with classic wise tales.
Family-level members and above may request six free tickets per series.
Buy tickets online, by calling (919) 715-5923, or in person at the NCMA Box Office.
