Nicole Persun

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A still shot from "Sing: Thriller" on Netflix

Holidays

Spooky (But Not Too Scary) Halloween Movies for Kids

Get in the Halloween spirit with festive movies for families

By: Nicole Persun | Oct 16, 2024
Pancakes

Food

12 Pancake Variations to Try With Your Kids

Your family’s favorite breakfast just got an upgrade

By: Nicole Persun | Feb 15, 2024
Dad and two little kids looking at rocky beach and tide pool finds at a Seattle beach

The Great Outdoors

9 Beach Creatures to Search for With Kids

Our low-tide scavenger hunt for Puget Sound–area families

By: Nicole Persun | Feb 06, 2024
teen girl volunteering at a park clean-up in Seattle

Giving Back

Local Volunteer Opportunities for Teens, Tweens and Families

Give back to your community by helping neighbors, animals and the outdoors

By: Nicole Persun | Jan 05, 2024
boy holding a pumpkin on his shoulder at a pumpkin patch

Seasonal Fun

6 Ways to Make the Most of Fall

Harvest season activities, autumn color hikes, fall crafts and more

By: Nicole Persun | Sep 11, 2023
Mixed-berry-popsicles is a summer berry recipe that's easy to make

Food

10 Delicious Summer Berry Recipes

Mouth-watering recipes with raspberries, blueberries, strawberries and blackberries

By: Nicole Persun | Jul 21, 2023
black father and son in the garden crouched over a flower pot

Crafts + DIY

7 Snacks and Crafts to Celebrate Spring

Our favorite springtime recipes and activities for kids

By: Nicole Persun | May 09, 2023
A slice of berry coffee cake shaped in a triangle sits on a plate

Food

The Only Mother’s Day Recipe You Need

No-fail, scrumptious and so easy the kids can make it

By: Nicole Persun | Apr 27, 2023
Port Townsend things to do with kids

Travel

10 Things to Do in Port Townsend With Kids

A local’s guide to the best hidden gems for families

By: Nicole Persun | Apr 20, 2023
Mom and daughter sitting on the floor eating snacks

Food

Trader Joe’s Best-Selling Products and Family Favorites

Are your faves on this list?

By: Nicole Persun | Feb 10, 2023