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Delaware Valley Holiday Train Displays

’Tis the season for glittering lights, Christmas trees, gift giving and, of particular interest to our transportation-loving kids, holiday train displays. The Delaware Valley offers festive model trains on…

Kid-Friendly Events This Weekend: Dec. 10-12

This weekend, the Delaware Valley is filled with festive events to get your family into the holiday spirit. Check out the decked-out SEPTA buses, make edible ornaments for birds, stock up…

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Delaware Valley Light Shows

This holiday season, your family will be able to find light shows everywhere from local zoos and a Sesame Street-themed park to beautiful gardens. Many of these Delaware Valley destinations…

Cinnamon Stick DIY Christmas Ornament

Savor a seasonal scent with this craft.

A Visit to the National Christmas Center

Yes, Virginia, Santa Claus delights at the National Christmas Family Center tucked in a corner of Lancaster, PA., a little over an hour from the Philadelphia area. An enchanting place for any family to visit, it costs little per person.…

7 Apps to Get Organized & Save Money

These 7 apps will help you organize your gift lists and save money on holiday purchases.

Holiday Wish Lists: Teens vs. Adults

Find out which gifts teens and adults want most this holiday season!

Throw a Hanukkah Party

Get in the holiday spirit with a Hanukkah celebration for all ages.

Enjoy the Holiday Season While Taking Care of Yourself

Healthy habits to get you through the holiday season

Thanksgiving Traditions and Their Origins

Ever wondered why Thanksgiving falls on the 4th Thursday of November or why we watch football on the holiday? Learn about the origins of these Thanksgiving traditions and more.

Host a Stress-Free Thanksgiving

Prepare in advance for a more enjoyable holiday

Everything Special Needs Holiday Toolkit

Everything you need to reduce stress in your special needs household so you can enjoy the holiday season.

How-to... save your holiday cards

Mom blogger Hillary Chybinski each year creates a mosaic from the holiday cards sent by friends and family. Here's how she does it.

Weekend Planner: December 30, 2014

Family-fun events and activities in Philadelphia, the suburbs, South Jersey and Delaware for Dec. 30, 2014 - Jan. 4, 2015.

The darkest days of winter

With mixed traditions lasting well into January, mom blogger Sandra Telep's family has adopted a "Darkest Days of Winter" calendar of Christmas, New Year's and solstice activities.