Easy Advent Activities When I was a kid, my mom hung a homemade advent calendar on the wall. It had these big pockets which my mom would fill with chocolate or little gifts or slips of paper with Bible verses or scavenger hunt clues on them. We marked each day leading up to Christmas in a simple, meaningful way. It was nothing fancy, but I have the best memories of that tradition. Two Decembers ago, my husband and I wanted to do start the same tradition with our then 8-month old daughter. It's funny how kids bring out the desire for starting traditions. We kept the activities simple, spent very little money, and made some priceless Keep Reading
How to make a candy train
I was fiddling around on the internet and found the world's best craft for the non-crafty mom that I am over at One Hundred Dollars a Month. Candy Trains. The only supplies needed were wrapped candy and a glue gun. I can purchase candy and I have friends with glue guns, so I decided to give it a try. This is a great craft for an upcoming Christmas event or to occupy your kids after school or over Thanksgiving break. I made a list of candy and quickly found ingredients at the Dollar Tree. Seven packages of candy equals $7. Totally doable. I had to modify the ingredients, but I was able to find items that would work well. I was impressed with Keep Reading
Portland Family Fun Guide: Banks-Vernonia State Trail
Banks-Vernonia State Trail In 2014, Bicycling Magazine names Portland as one of the top bike-friendly cities in America. Portlandian parents are raising their children as fellow bikers, but young ones riding on busy streets is dangerous and biking around the cul-de-sac only stays entertaining for so long. Lucky for us parents, the Banks-Vernonia State Trail offers miles of paved, motor vehicle free bike paths. In the early 90’s, Oregon State Parks turned 21 miles of an old railroad line into a biking, hiking, and equestrian trail. Serious bikers can spend a day biking the 42 mile round trip ride. For a family half-day adventure, Keep Reading
Portland Family Fun Guide: A Day in Stevenson, Washington
Ready to discover (or re-discover) Portland? From the coast to the Gorge, from Clark County to Salem, The Ultimate Guide to Portland Family Fun will allow you to experience the awesomeness this area has to offer, all from Frugal Living NW readers! Go here for links to all posts! A Day in Stevenson, Washington Stevenson, Washington is a charming little town 45 minutes east of Portland and provides a quick getaway when our family needs a break from the daily routine. The Columbia River to the north and the Gorge waterfalls to the south are in constant view on the drive from Portland into Stevenson on I-84. Arriving in Cascade Locks (Exit Keep Reading
Fall Fun at Bauman’s Farm & Garden {Gervais, Oregon}
My parents visited Bauman's Farm and Gardens in Gervais, Oregon, (outside Woodburn) for the first time several months ago. They loved it and proceeded to rave about how much we would too. I couldn't take it any longer; I had to see this place for myself. My husband and I packed up our two kiddos, along with my mom serving as tour guide, and made the trip at the end of September. How have I lived in Oregon most of my life and never been to Bauman Farms?! I loved this place every bit as much as my mom. If the giggling, shrieking, running, and jumping was any indication, our kids did, too. It is packed with events and activities that will appeal Keep Reading
Fall Family Fun Guide: Festivals, Fairs & Pumpkin Patches in Oregon & Washington (Updated for 2018)
Pacific Northwest Fall Family Fun Guide Are you ready for some fall family fun? Thrifty Northwest Mom and I have teamed up to bring you the most comprehensive list of Fall Family Fun the Pacific Northwest for 2018. In this post, I have listed fall festivals, fairs, and pumpkin patches in Western Oregon and SW Washington. Head to Thrifty Northwest Mom for a list of Puget Sound events. PORTLAND METRO Bella Organic Portland Pumpkin Farm, August 31 - October 31, Sauvie Island (corn maze open now!) Bushue's Family Farm, September 29 - October 31, Boring Fazio Farms, NE Portland The Flower Farmer, September 29 - October 31, Canby Keep Reading
Portland Family Fun Guide: Oaks Park Preschool Skate
Oaks Park Preschool Skate (SE Portland) While Oaks Park amusement park is only open in the summer, the roller rink is open year round. The rink hosts various skating sessions, but the session that best fits our lifestyle these days is the Preschool Skate on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings during the school year. The session is geared for folks 6 and under (and accompanying adults). It currently costs $7.50 a child. This includes skate rental and a snack and adult admission is free. It does also say that older siblings (aged 6+) can attend with a younger sibling, although admission price will apply. Adults can choose to wear shoes or skates Keep Reading
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