Brie Gorecki

1 week ago | orlando-parenting.com | Brie Gorecki

Those early years go fast! When you’re ready to enroll your child in Florida’s free VPK program there are two places to start. First, start with the Florida Department of Education Early Learning page. Second, check out your local county’s school district VPK page. The Florida Department of Education Early Learning page is not entirely helpful to learn about Free VPK, but it is still good to view as a starting point. Next, check your local county’s school district.

4 weeks ago | tampabayparenting.com | Brie Gorecki

Disney’s The Lion King is roaring into the Straz Center April 2-20, 2025, bringing the beloved movie to life on stage in a BIG way. The show features all your favorite characters and songs from the 1994 animated film, along with a few new musical numbers sprinkled in, written just for the stage show. What also makes this Broadway adaptation so unique is the way it highlights the story’s South African origins with authentic costumes, music, and dances.

4 weeks ago | tampabayparenting.com | Brie Gorecki

Dining out can be fun but can add up quickly! Fortunately, several places around Tampa offer deals where kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal. Here is a list of places to check out that are offering deals on kid's meals and other special treats!*Be sure to call ahead, as these promotions may be subject to change. Various LocationsPromo: Kids under 12 eat free on TuesdaysHead to Bob Evans were kids can eat free on Tuesdays with the purchase of an adult entree from 4pm-close.

1 month ago | tampabayparenting.com | Brie Gorecki

Just in time for Spring Break, you can hop on over to Clearwater Marine Aquarium to interact and snuggle up with a baby kangaroo joey! From March 14 through April 20, the Pouch Pals Baby Roo Encounter will give guests the unique chance to hold, interact with, and cuddle with a baby kangaroo while learning all about conservation efforts taking place to protect these marsupials. Brian Braitsch, President and CEO of Amazing Animals, Inc.

2 months ago | orlando-parenting.com | Brie Gorecki

Universal Orlando has released exciting new details for one of the new worlds coming to the New Epic Universe park in 2025 and we are SO excited! SUPER NINTENDO WORLD will be one of five worlds coming to the new park next summer, where you’ll have the chance to jump into action along with the iconic characters from the beloved video game for Universal’s most elaborate and interactive world ever created.