April-2015
Introducing Solids to Baby
Four to six months is a good time to start Read more
Reversing Letters and Numbers and Can Shyness Be Overcome?
Our "Dear Teacher" April 2015 column. Read more
Help Siblings Prepare For Their New Role as Sister or Brother
Talk about family challenges and get siblings involved. Read more
6 Perfect Bedtime Stories
Introduce your child to the joys of reading with one of these books at bedtime. Read more
Recovering From Having Your Baby?
Self-care is key, in the early months and beyond. Read more
This Thing Called Love
What does love look like? Read more
Swathi Granesh is a Budding Environmentalist
The Collierville High School senior sits on the Collierville Environmental Commission. Read more
Have You Had it with the Sass?
Help your child be learn to be more respectful and polite and enjoy a happier family. Read more
Helping Teens Manage Money
Using online tools to help your teen manage his bank account. Read more
Raising Money-Wise Kids
What are you teaching your children about money management? Read more
It's Christmas for Comic Book Fans
Kids have always gravitated towards comics as a fun way to read. When I was growing up, Archie and his gang was popular. With the recent explosion of Manga and chapter books told with comics — think C... Read more
Learn About Hickory Hill Resources for Families
If you live in the Hickory Hill area and would like to learn about organizations that provide family assistance, plan to attend #iCONNECT. #iCONNECT is a resource fair aimed at addressing the needs... Read more
Fun Family Picks for April 25-26
Lots going on this weekend. Have fun! The Autism Awareness Festival • Transformations Autism Treatment Center 9 a.m.-4 p.m. FREE Learn more about autism at this family-friendly festival. Kids... Read more
Great Writing Tips from Children’s Book Authors
Writing is a solitary pursuit. I am always on looking for ways to connect with other writers and experts in the field. So when my editor, Jane Schneider, mentioned she was hosting the Memphis Parent W... Read more
High School Musical Theatre Award Nominees Announced
High school theatre troupes around the Mid-South are likely whooping it up this week. The Orpheum Theatre released the nominees for the popular High School Musical Theatre Awards, coming up in May. ... Read more
Family Fun Picks for April 17-19
• Bookstock, the Memphis-area Author's Festival • Benjamin Hooks Central Library Saturday from 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Come celebrate the rich diversity of voices from our community. Bookstock feat... Read more
5 Free Family Outings in April
Plenty going on around town, just needs you to come out and play. EVERY TUESDAY Dixon Gallery and Gardens • Pay-What-You-Can. Also Free on Saturdays, 10 a.m.-noon. Be sure to see the ne... Read more
Be a Part of 'A Conversation with Our Sons'
“It’s not a matter of whether you’ll be stopped when you’re driving,” begins Memphis mom Teresa Jenkins, “but that you’ll be stopped multiple times because you are black.” As an African American w... Read more
Learn About Writing for Children at Memphis Public Library's Bookstock
Calling all aspiring children’s book writers. Are you currently writing a children’s picture book? Wanting to develop a young adult novel? Or just curious to learn how writers develop their story idea... Read more
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Friday
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Family-friendly Film holiday event
Holiday Shows at the Pink Palace Museum
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Family-friendly Outdoor Event
Firepit Fridays at River Garden-
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Family-friendly Film holiday event
Holiday Shows at the Pink Palace Museum
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Family-friendly holiday event
Holiday Wonders at the Garden-
Saturday
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Community Event Competition
Second Annual 10-Minute Play Slam Competition at Playhouse on the Square
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Community Event Fund-raiser holiday cards Theater
Playback Memphis Holiday Cards
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Family-friendly Film holiday event
Season of Light at the Pink Palace Museum
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Family-friendly Holiday Lights Outdoor Event
Starry Nights at Shelby Farms Park
Sunday
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Community Event Competition
Second Annual 10-Minute Play Slam Competition at Playhouse on the Square
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Community Event Fund-raiser holiday cards Theater
Playback Memphis Holiday Cards
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Family-friendly Film holiday event
Season of Light at the Pink Palace Museum
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Family-friendly Holiday Lights Outdoor Event
Starry Nights at Shelby Farms Park
Monday
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Community Event Competition
Second Annual 10-Minute Play Slam Competition at Playhouse on the Square
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Community Event Fund-raiser holiday cards Theater
Playback Memphis Holiday Cards
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Family-friendly Film holiday event
Season of Light at the Pink Palace Museum
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Family-friendly Holiday Lights Outdoor Event
Starry Nights at Shelby Farms Park
Tuesday
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Community Event Competition
Second Annual 10-Minute Play Slam Competition at Playhouse on the Square
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Community Event Fund-raiser holiday cards Theater
Playback Memphis Holiday Cards
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Family-friendly Film holiday event
Season of Light at the Pink Palace Museum
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Family-friendly Holiday Lights Outdoor Event
Starry Nights at Shelby Farms Park
Wednesday
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Community Event Competition
Second Annual 10-Minute Play Slam Competition at Playhouse on the Square
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Community Event Fund-raiser holiday cards Theater
Playback Memphis Holiday Cards
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Family-friendly Film holiday event
Season of Light at the Pink Palace Museum
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Family-friendly Holiday Lights Outdoor Event
Starry Nights at Shelby Farms Park
Thursday
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Community Event Competition
Second Annual 10-Minute Play Slam Competition at Playhouse on the Square
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Community Event Fund-raiser holiday cards Theater
Playback Memphis Holiday Cards
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Family-friendly Film holiday event
Season of Light at the Pink Palace Museum
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Family-friendly Holiday Lights Outdoor Event
Starry Nights at Shelby Farms Park
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