I can’t help but wonder why, when Thanksgiving rolls around, no one ever asks us dads advice on the holiday meal. You’d think all we were capable of on Thanksgiving was stuffing our faces and lying on the couch with our distended bellies hanging over our loosened belts, which is patently untrue. We also watch football. But some of us fathers just happen to know our way around a kitchen. For instance, I am recognized throughout my household for my expert preparation of the following meals:

A contemporary turkey dinner isn’t enough for some people who love Thanksgiving. They want another version – one flavored with a bit of history. Plimoth Plantation in Plymouth serves that up in abundance. You also can experience history through your taste buds at two other living history museums – Old Sturbridge Village in Sturbridge and Hancock Shaker Village on the Pittsfield/Hancock border.

Halloween is a holiday with lots of creepy wildlife associated with it, but are they really so creepy?  From toads to bats to owls, the National Wildlife Federation shares the facts about these animals and what they are up to at this time of year, which might dispel a few myths.

Throughout the ages, the world has appreciated the decorative uses of the beautiful and unusual plant called the gourd. Celebrate the fall harvest well into the winter season with these crafts:

Not much says ‘tradition’ quite like Thanksgiving.  In a holiday loaded with traditions, it’s still nice to put a new spin on things. Whether you’re looking for something to perk up Thanksgiving Day, or just need to feel more in the season, here’s ten ideas to consider:
 

Keep your children busy with an activity from The Busy Siblings Book

 

Easy recipes & crafts for some family fun!


 

Time to get spooked out! We've given you the spookiest, scariest, little-known details about Massachusetts' frightful past. From a tidal wave of molasses to the world's largest brain bank, you'll have fun sharing these tidbits with others!

When planning a Halloween party, it is best to consider the ages of all goblins that will be attending. Adults and children may both love the fun of Halloween, but the fright factor will be different. Once you have established your guest list, you can start to plan "tricks or treats."

 We know they’re good to eat but they’re also fun to play with. Make your own apple stamps to create your own deliciously-fun art.

Your school-age children have boarded the bus and you turn to see your toddler frowning. His playmates are gone for the day! What fun could he possibly have? Here's a list of our favorite toddler-time activities for the ones left behind.

Fall will be here soon so we've assembled our favorite ways to enjoy the sweetness of the season. Inside you'll find:
10 Fun Things For Grandparents & Grandkids to Do Together
Five Things To Do With Your Younger Kids When the “Big Kids” Are In School
Let’s Go Apple Picking! Top Ten Apple Orchards in Massachusetts

Just because most school districts dip into August for their start date, don’t let your last month of summer slip away in the back to school frenzy. Even if you’re tired of the beach, and refuse to eat one more night of barbeque, there’s still new ways to enjoy late summer. Check out these ideas for a fresh dose of summer fun.

Identical twins Heather Kempskie and Lisa Hanson, 35, not only look exactly alike, but each have a 3-year-old and a 5-year-old apiece and live in the same MetroWest community. When they were both pregnant with their second child, they had the realization that there were no books that took a variety of siblings’ ages into account when suggesting children’s activities. So they set out to fill the void.

Whether you’re frolicking at the beach, traveling across two states to the grandparents, or simply exploring your own backyard, be sure to create a bunch of lasting summertime memories this August with family and friends.

Collect seashells to create magnets that you can enjoy season after season! Authors of The Siblings Busy Book provide one activity that all your children can enjoy regardless of their age differences. From baby to school-age child, each child will enjoy this special time together.

Every year, on July 4th, our nation commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence with picnics, parades, and fireworks — this holiday is a real blast! Why not celebrate the birthday of a special person in your life in similar grand style? Here’s an adorable party favor that kids will want to take home and show off, ready-made or as part of the festivities:

Celebrate dad this Father's Day, with the many printable projects, activities and online games listed below. These activities are in honor of dad but are fun for the entire family.

Summer is here. And with the price of gas soaring, many New England families are planning to spend their summer vacation close to home this year. In New England there are historic cities, endless beaches, and spectacular mountain scenery just waiting to be discovered-or rediscovered.

On a clear summer night, head outside with your family to view the sky.