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‘Toytopia’ Exhibition On View at Washington State History Museum in Tacoma

1 week ago | parentmap.com | Tiffany Doerr Guerzon

Photo: courtesy Washington State History Museum The traveling exhibition “Toytopia,” on view at Tacoma’s Washington State History Museum now through June 5, will delight both adults and kids. Adults will love the display cases featuring popular toys through the decades, and kids will enjoy the giant-size toys and games.
Seattle Spring Together: A Fresh Way for Families to Give Back This Spring

1 week ago | parentmap.com | Kari Hanson

Photo: Join a neighborhood cleanup through Seattle Spring Together. Photo: iStock There’s something about spring in Seattle. The cherry blossoms and tulips bloom, days stretch a little longer and everyone’s itching to get outside. If your family’s looking for a fun and meaningful way to enjoy the season, Seattle Spring Together might be just the thing.
The Best Pacific Northwest-Inspired Baby Names

2 weeks ago | parentmap.com | Kari Hanson

Photo: Willow? Ashland? Cedar? So many PNW names to choose from! Photo: iStock Looking for a unique baby name inspired by the Pacific Northwest? Whether you’re drawn to the mountains, forests or cities, there’s a name that captures the spirit of our special region.
Inexpensive Easter Egg Alternatives to Dye or Decorate

2 weeks ago | parentmap.com | Tiffany Doerr Guerzon

Photo: Whether you dye eggs, marshmallows, balloons or even potatoes, you are sure to have fun! Photo: iStock Egg prices are still pretty high, and even if you do find eggs at a reasonable price at the grocery store, many are limiting buyers to one dozen per customer.
‘A Minecraft Movie’: Years in the Making and Still No Match for the Game

2 weeks ago | parentmap.com | Kari Hanson

Photo: A portal to another world. Photo: Mojang The theater was not packed at 4 p.m. on a weeknight, but it was buzzing with the energy from kids ranging in ages from about 6 or 7 to teenagers. A few kids walked down the aisle carrying blocky foam swords (which used to litter my basement) and everyone looked happy to be there.
The 10 Best Seattle Brunch Spots for Special Occasions and Everyday Delights

3 weeks ago | parentmap.com | Tiffany Doerr Guerzon

Photo: Kids will love going out for brunch at a family-friendly restaurant like First & Union Kitchen in Snohomish. Photo: Meredith Charaba Taking the family out for brunch is a time-honored tradition for special occasions, holidays or just relaxed weekend mornings.
The Kindness Ambassador: Dhaarmika Coelho

4 weeks ago | parentmap.com | Allison Sutcliffe

Photo: Dhaarmika Coelho. Photo: Will Austin I was introduced to Dhaarmika Coelho when one of her colleagues pitched the free Kind World Explorers Guidebooks to me in the early days of the pandemic, when families were still adjusting to life in lockdown and tensions were running high.
John Meisenbach: A Legacy of Service and Mentorship

4 weeks ago | parentmap.com | Alayne Sulkin

Photo: John with his wife Ginny and his children Mark, Mike and Michelle. Photo courtesy of the Meisenbach family. John Meisenbach built his life on hard work, generosity and an unwavering commitment to lifting others up.
The Conductor: Tigran Arakelyan

4 weeks ago | parentmap.com | Kari Hanson

Photo: Tigran Arakelyan. Photo: Will Austin Tigran Arakelyan’s family moved to the U.S. when he was 11 years old; it was the third country he had lived in, and English was his third language. Amidst all that change and newness, Arakelyan says, “Music was a place that made me feel comfortable.
Safety Superheroes: Olivia Lippens and Ashley Hay

4 weeks ago | parentmap.com | Gemma Alexander

Photo: Olivia Lippens and Ashley Hay. Photo: Will Austin After the horrific mass murder of children at Sandy Hook Elementary, schools across the country rushed to find ways to make their buildings safer. The Mercer Island School District commissioned an outside consultant to recommend a comprehensive safety plan.