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Let’s face it: the world got a little weird and we’ve all needed a little extra cheering up from time to time. After accidentally stumbling across some rainbow goodness, I’ve been searching the area for more fun foods to...

  Finding family-friendly dining spots that offer delicious food and a welcoming atmosphere can be difficult. Fortunately, Arizona is home to a vibrant culinary scene with a ton of hidden gems waiting to be discovered. 1. The Farm at South Mountain...

It's summer and it's hot which makes it a perfect time to go indoors and read! Here are some great summer reading programs to keep your kiddos busy and reading! Public Libraries The Scottsdale Public Library has a great summer program...

February 14th isn't just Valentine's Day. It's also the day that Arizona, in 1912, became the last of the contiguous states to achieve statehood. Whether you're looking for ways to bring our state's rich history to life for your...

Ladies... take note....this could very well be one of my top five valley eateries!!! Seriously... Since opening in 2001, The Herb Box (two locations: DC Ranch and Agua Caliente) is a bit of a local success story.  Everyone likes a...

Happy New Year!  We're so excited to share our events for 2011 and to keep you up-to-date about events, activities and opportunities to experience the best in the Valley.  Thank you for your ongoing support and for spreading the...

Didn't you just LOVE receiving so many family photos in the mail this year? I love seeing the whole family - especially when I only know one spouse really well, or perhaps the children (depending on how I know...

If you have spent any time house shopping in Scottsdale and Phoenix, you will notice that outdated homes are in abundance here. Last year, my husband and I spent almost one full year looking for a new home to...

I am so thrilled to share with all you wonderful Scottsdale Moms a new passion project of mine and a special opportunity to capture some magic with you and your little ones, just in time for the holiday season! If...

As parents we all want our kids to BE their BEST. With this being the first generation not expected to live as long as their previous generation, the state of health and well-being of our children is obviously being...

Kid in the Corner is a local non-profit dedicated to "helping each Kid in the Corner feel connected to and supported by the community." I heard Kid in the Corner founder, Francine Sumner, speak a few years back and...

In this series we'll tell you about the top 3 new things we're loving in AZ. New places and activities are popping up around town all the time. Follow along for new restaurants, recipes, experiences and other things you're...

Five Steps for Giving Back With Your Young Children Unfortunately for many of us, volunteering is like dieting.  You really want to do it, and know you will feel better after you do it, but it is hard to make...

  Welcome to our SMB Playdate Series! This series focuses on various locales throughout the city that are enjoyable for a playdate and a writer's opinion on a particular location. Today we profile Gateway Trailhead, an outdoor trail in Scottsdale. Kate and Renee share personal...

This past weekend Steph and I headed over to Moonbeams (at The Shops at Gainey Village) to find out what some of the most popular baby shower gifts are.  Since I have several baby showers coming up this summer (and into...

When my daughter was not yet two, her daycare teacher told us she’d been talking about “Steve Nash and Amar’e” at school one day. Last Summer she requested Take Me Out To the Ball Game as her lullaby every...

It's Archives Week here at SMB, and this morning I'm featuring my favorite post of Steph's. You can read all her posts here. Now, I'll be honest and admit that yes, I'm about to enter my 3rd trimester of pregnancy...

SMB's Kids Eat Free Guide If you are visiting from out of town or are a local and looking for new restaurant choices, this list is for YOU. Be sure to bookmark it now for those days you don't want...

All children are musical! They can learn to sing and keep a beat and have confidence in their abilities. Music Together in Phoenix is the perfect place for your children to nurture this musical growth in a fun and...

Is your toddler or preschooler wild about Daniel Tiger? Why, of course they are! Silly me. Which is why riding the Scottsdale Trolley makes for such a fun adventure!   My four-year-old boy happens to love all things related to transportation, and riding the trolley around...

The heat this summer was incredible. Record breaking, absolutely numbing heat. Our family has lived in Arizona for twelve years, and after this heat we desperately needed a get away. I called The Pines Motel, our favorite family friendly...

The Valley is set to host the Super Bowl once again this month – its fourth time in sunny Arizona. Whether you’re a big fan of football, just watching the game for the commercials and great snacks or will be...

  If you’re new and just stopping in… welcome!  We’re so glad you’ve found Scottsdale Moms Blog! Today we’re back with another Mommy SOS topic.  If you missed our other Mommy SOS posts be sure to check them out.  We’ve covered some great...

Winter break is here and you need to plan some fun with your family. Everyone is going to want to visit the OdySea in the Desert! All of their December events in the courtyard are FREE and so much...

Over the weekend, I took my five-year-old son to the children's theater performance at Hale Theatre in Gilbert, AZ today.  The play was (loosely) based on Hans Christian Andersen's "The Little Mermaid".  This was my son's first exposure to the...

In honor of my brother’s wedding in a few weeks, I am writing a blog post about something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue . . .and of course they are all things to do in and...

How do farm fresh eggs sound? Or melt-in-your-mouth homemade caramel? I know you want local delicious fresh fruit and vegetables. Oh, and I bet you can't wait for tomato season to be here, like me? Is your mouth-watering yet? I am...

Have you ever made a summer bucket list? It is so fun to do with the kids! I think the very first time I saw one was over on Meg's awesome blog back in 2008. At the time, I worked...

Say Hi to Beth! She is a new contributor and local "boy mom" with two busy little ones and ready to share her wisdom and love of adventures with you all.  I always like to share a fun find with...

If you’re like me, a night out with my girls is EVERYTHING. I’m so lucky to have a group of fellow mom friends nearby to text from time to time to plan our next get-together (and if you’re looking...