Jackie Jones

1 week ago | mommypoppins.com | Jackie Jones

RELATED: Birmingham with Kids: 20 Best Things To Do in Birmingham, Alabama The Arkansas State Capitol offers a self-guided tour for families with children. 2. Arkansas State Capitol Looking for a free and educational thing to do with the kids? Take a self-guided tour of the majestic state capitol. My family loved seeing the grand marble staircases, the gold leaf-covered dome, and the legislative chambers where big state decisions are made.

2 weeks ago | mommypoppins.com | Jackie Jones

Big Bend National Park in southern Texas is an excellent destination for families looking to spend time together "off the grid." The park is vast, rugged, and remote, spanning more than 800,000 acres along the border of the US and Mexico, right in the heart of the Chihuahuan Desert.

2 months ago | mommypoppins.com | Jackie Jones

2. St. Pete Pier There's so much to do at the St. Petersburg Pier, from its small beach to its splash pad to its variety of shops and restaurants. There's even an indoor nature center with interactive exhibits and a touch tank. Our favorite pier attraction is the Glazer Family Playground, an expansive, nautical-themed park with giant slides, swings, and climbers. Bring or borrow a piece of cardboard so the kids can ride it down the park's big blue hill, a must-do for little thrill seekers! 3.

Feb 9, 2025 | mommypoppins.com | Jackie Jones

Among the best-kept secrets in the West Palm Beach area of South Florida is the number of nature centers that are entirely FREE to visit. Some are managed by nonprofit organizations while others are run by Palm Beach County, but they all have one thing in common: Families can visit, meet live animals, and explore interactive exhibits at no charge, though donations are welcome and encouraged.

Dec 4, 2024 | thetimes.com | Jackie Jones

This is a real treat for any time of day, which I make in a square tin, hence the name “square” cake. The wholemeal flour adds some fibre while the lemon offers some vitamin C; and the nuts and soya milk add protein. This is still a cake rather than a health food — a sweet, nutty one.