Angela Barako
Angela Barako has loved living in Scottsdale for the last 22 years with her husband, Tom and three daughters (plus two dogs). Angela is the co-owner of Phoenix Moms, Scottsdale Moms and Flagstaff Mom Collective. Plus she had been a member of the Scottsdale team as a contributor since 2011. She reads lots of books, is a big college football fan (Go Big Red and Sun Devils!), likes cooking, loves Pilates, sometimes attempts to garden, and is addicted to reality TV.
Ask an Expert {Answers from Rockstar Realty AZ}
We are excited to introduce you all to Renee Niskanen….
Renee is a Realtor at Rockstar Realty AZ. She is our Ask an Expert for the month and she is answering all of your questions!...
What we’re talking about….{April Edition}
Hey there! Jessica and Angela here {the owners of Scottsdale Moms Blog} and we love to share all.those.things that we discover, try and end up truly loving with the Scottsdale Moms Blog readers. So...
Favorite Local Treat & Ice Cream Shops
Here are our best picks for all things sweet!
Dairy free option: Rita's Italian Ice {delicious flavors, tons of options}
New find: Tasty Creamery Rolls {for Thai rolled ice cream}
Indulgent Treat: The Baked Bear {ice cream and cookies, yes!}
Ice Cream Varieties: Baskin...
Expert Series {Answers from Rites of Passage– all things puberty}
We are excited to introduce you all to Jodi Kaye....
Jodi, from The Rites of Passage, has been a Registered Nurse for almost 20 years! Motherhood and her career have led to a love and...
Local body cream study for children {pays up to $125!}
Do you have a child and want to participate in a local study and get paid for it? Sign up to have your child use a body cream and get compensated up to $125!
Stephens...
Spring Mini Sessions {Giveaway}
Mother’s Day is just around the corner and another school year is quickly winding down! Lauren Beglin Photography wanted to put together the perfect photo gift for a well-deserving mom. Once again, she has...
Holiday Shopping Guide {2017}
We've complied out list of favorite shops to find gifts for everyone on your list, from pajamas for the family to the best spices for your food.
Thank You Thursday {October Edition}
Welcome to our Thank You Thursday: October edition! These are some new favorite products and businesses that we are loving.
SMB Guide to Surviving Summer {recipes, crafts, things to do and more}
Summer is in full swing, the temps are heating up (115 last weekend, yikes) and the kids are already sooo bored. Ugh.
We are here to help you survive summer! Take a look at the...
Thank You Thursday {April Edition}
We love to share products and businesses that we get to try here at SMB! Here is our Thank You Thursday for April.
4 Reasons to Add a STEM Camp to Your Summer Plans
Summer and 105+ temps are quickly approaching! There are a ton of choices when it comes to summer camps available. Today’s best STEM summer camps teach science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) in a...
Children’s Learning Adventure {event re-cap post & pictures!}
We loved seeing so many families attend the Carnival Soiree at Children’s Learning Adventure - Scottsdale last weekend!
We had crafts and activities!
The kids got to do face painting and get balloon animals!
Many of of the attendees...
Staycation Deals {2017}
One of my favorite summer activity is the staycation! I love the fantastic resorts we are so lucky to have here in Arizona. I love sitting by the pool with a cocktail and letting...
Top Summer Water Toys {preschool age}
Hello, 100 degree temperatures! Okay.....maybe not right now.....but they are coming. Easter is right around the corner as well and as soon as school is out, kiddos will be looking for lots of fun...
The CycleBar Experience
First of all, we want to give a shout out to CycleBar for hosting the SMB readers for the final week of the 2017 Fitness Challenge! It has been a challenging 5 weeks trying...
2017 Fitness Challenge {5 weeks of FREE fitness classes}
Start 2017 with a bang and join our Fitness Challenge! Five local spots are offering FREE classes for our readers to try and we've got some awesome prizes.
Thank You Thursday {December}
This month we are sharing why we love Kendra Scott and an amazing eye cream on our Thank You Thursday. Check out these businesses and products for yourself!
How to keep your children safe online {KidGuard}
One of my struggles as a parent is keeping the kids safe while they are online. I truly believe granting them access to the internet, texting and games is a necessary part of them...
A Santa Experience Not to be Missed!
A new Santa workshop and more!
Santa is all about the experience and this year Scottsdale Fashion Square has again partnered with HGTV to present “Santa HQ.” Families are invited to experience the wonder of...
FREE photos with Santa at the Promenade {two dates}
Santa Claus is coming to Scottsdale early this year!
Mark your calendars
On Saturday, December 3 and the following Saturday, December 10, the Promenade Shopping Center (located on the corner of Scottsdale Road and Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd) will spread Christmas...
Char Kitchen + Bar: A New Scottsdale Restaurant
The family behind my favorite Scottsdale restaurant, Perk Eatery, opened a new restaurant. It is called Char Kitchen + Bar and it is located in mid-town Scottsdale at the Hilton Village shopping center.
Char is an upscale...
The Valley’s Big School-Choice Education Fair
School hunting in Arizona is NOT easy. It can be one of the most difficult choices that you have to make. And there are so MANY choices here in the Valley!
Choosing your child’s first...
Minecraft on the big screen!!
Looking for a fun way for the kids to spend an afternoon? iPic Scottsdale is offering Minecraft on the big screen!
The new session starts October 19th and lasts for four weeks. iPic Scottsdale (located...
Phoenix Fashion Week {Tickets available now}
Did you know that Phoenix Fashion Week is becoming known as THE PLACE where emerging designers and models from all over the world LAUNCH their careers. They are changing the fashion industry!
Phoenix Fashion Week 2016...
Thank You Thursday {September}
The team at SMB is so LUCKY to receive products, try new local venues, and hear about new things to do all the time. It is so much fun! But we want to share all of these fun new finds with all of you
Friday Favorite Things {Angela’s Kitchen Picks}
I LOVE sharing new finds, especially new things that make cooking and everything I do in the kitchen easier.
Here are three of my new favorite kitchen hacks:
OXO Good Grips GreenSaver Containers. These things are amazing! I am...
Thank You Thursday {August}
Thank You Thursday is a new feature from Scottsdale Moms Blog. The team at SMB is so LUCKY to receive products, try new local venues, and hear about new things to do all the time. It is so much fun! But we want to share all of these fun new finds with all of you, plus give a huge THANK YOU to companies that reach out to us.
MOPS Indoor Play Date {this Friday!!}
The MOPS Group at Valley Presbyterian Church is hosting their BIG indoor play date event this week!
The event is free, and and they want you to come!
Mama's Cold Brew will be there selling their coffee (yum!!). There will...
Prepare your toddler for preschool! {sponsored post}
Prepare your toddler for preschool! Christ Church School has several programs that help your child prepare for success at the earliest educational levels.
Play and Learn Program
Classes meet on Friday mornings for 1.5 hours for...
Homeschool Week and Scout Week {SEA LIFE Arizona & LEGOLAND Discovery}
Homeschool Week and Scout Week Arrive at SEA LIFE Arizona and LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Arizona – the ultimate indoor LEGO® playground
Attention all Homeschool Families and Arizona Scouts! SEA LIFE Arizona has exciting events coming this...