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Parent's Day game: Ring toss with water bottles on grass. Fun family activity for July 26.

Parent’s Day: July 26

July 22, 2020

Did you know that July 26th is Parent’s Day? Let’s get creative and show our parents and parent figures how much we love them!

Firefly on a green leaf. Close-up of a lightning bug, a bioluminescent insect.

Fireflies

July 14, 2020

Join Pamela as she shares a summer tradition- catching fireflies!

VPM logo. Summer supports for big kids with NPR and PBS.

Summer Supports for Big Kids at VPM

July 8, 2020

Worried your older child may be falling behind? Is access to the internet a challenge? See what VPM has for you!

4th of July mini firework popper with colorful confetti on a striped tablecloth.

4th of July Mini Firework Poppers

July 1, 2020

Add a little SPARK to your celebration with these easy poppers!

Close-up of a black and white cow for Dairy Month.

Milking June for Dairy Month

June 29, 2020

If you like cows, silliness and cheers then this is the place for you! See what Pamela has up her sleeve today!

Multicultural community illustration. Diverse hands raised. Anti-racism concept.

Anti-Racism Videos

June 23, 2020

Raise your hand if you need some help talking about the issue of race and equity. Today we are sharing some video resources to do just that!

Little Farm active learning: Woman with balls. Interactive play area for kids ages 0-3.

Bringing Home THE BASICS

June 23, 2020

Learn more about The Basics and how the Children’s Museum uses them support brain development of young children.

Happy Father's Day! Dad with child on shoulders. Fun family time, free activities.

Fathers Day Fun – For FREE!

June 19, 2020

It’s Father’s Day weekend! Check out some ideas for how to celebrate dad for FREE at your own home or somewhere nearby.

Close-up of a smiling woman. Mindfulness practices for families.

It Only “Takes 5” To Do Family Time!

June 16, 2020

Need a mental health break? Jess is back sharing some great videos from SCAN called, “Take 5”.

Crowd of people protesting with raised fists and signs. Demonstrators at a rally for social justice.

Talking to Our Children During Tough Times

June 10, 2020

Today Jess shares some talking tips for addressing current events with your child.