I know there’s a lot of fun stuff to do here. So why is it that half the time I find myself totally without ideas? Fortunately there are some local sites dedicated to helping parents scope out the best of our local possibilities.
The next time you have visitors from out-of-town, a birthday party to plan, or are just looking for something new to try, check out these great local sites.
1) Little Kids, Big City (http://www.nwsource.com/column/little-kids-big-city)
Blogger Lora Shinn is a veritable treasure trove of great ideas for restaurants, wading pools, and more.
2) Savvy Source (http://seattle.savvysource.com/)
Local mom Bethany Dunn shares a wealth of info on fun things to do in our lovely city.
3) Mamaspod (www.mamaspod.com)
This is a great hands-free option for the mom on the go! Tune in as three local moms dish on what’s great (and not so great) to do in Seattle and the east-side.
4) Parent Map (http://parentmap.com/)
No list would be complete without including Parent Map, the must-visit source for up-to-date listings of events and resources. Sign up for the weekly e-newsletter, which shows up every Thursday chock full of suggestions for weekend fun!
Did I miss your favorite website? Leave a comment and I’ll add it!
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We’ve created a website that will help parents find out what to do and where to go on the Eastside. We cover just about everything from Renton to Bothell and all the place in between! There is a calendar of daily events, specialty guides for summer, water parks, and more, and a weekly ‘Try This’ list.
I guess I should add that the website is Ruby Slipper Guide. Did I mention we’re two sleep-deprived moms?!
Seattle Aha! is a great resource for things to do in Seattle for singles, couples, families, and visitors. It also has a calendar for free and cheap events that is regularly updated.
SeaTots (www.seatots.com) is also a great resource for Seattle Eastside families, with suggestions for free or cheap activities to do with kids, a blog, and a full calendar of fun family activities on the Eastside.