Summer Resources
We want to help you make this summer your family's best one yet! Our kids have a lot of free time this summer, and we've got ideas to keep them busy (and keep you sane)!Check out our 2026 M…
Sponsored Rattled - The Ultimate Parent Hack
Last year was the year I finally admitted that I needed more support. I just couldn’t keep up with it all — kids, work, marriage, pets, chores… something had to give.That’s…
2026 Reader Survey
It is officially 2026, and we are kicking it up a notch! We would love to hear your feedback to make things more relevant for local families. Loading…We are also planning several large free…
Sponsored 2nd Annual Back to School Bash!
Date: Saturday, August 1st | 10am-1pmGet ready for one of the biggest family events of the season! We’re so excited to bring back our 2nd Annual Back to School Bash. Celebrat…
Fort Myers Library Events- Always FREE!!!
The Lee County Library System offers a variety of FREE family-friendly events across its branches, including those in Fort Myers. These events cover a wide variety of themes, from engaging storyti…
FREE First Day of School Signs for Every Grade (2026–27 School Year)
The first day of school only comes around once a year, but the memories last much longer.A first day of s…
50 Funny Shark Jokes for Kids (That'll Make the Whole Family Laugh)
Most kids go through a shark phase. One minute they're asking if sharks can smell a drop of blood fro…
Stuck Inside This Summer? 70 Indoor Kid Activities to Save the Day
It's one of those days. The rain isn't stopping, the heat index is ridiculous, the air quality is…
40 Rebus Puzzles for Kids (Easy, Medium & Hard) With Answers
Looking for a screen-free activity that's fun for kids and sneaky educational, too? These 40 rebus pu…
2026 Back-to-School Tax-Free Weekends: State-by-State List
Planning to tackle your back-to-school shopping? One quick stop here could save your family money.Back-to…
July 2026 Freebies & Deals: Free Ice Cream, Food Rewards and More
July is one of the best months of the year for family freebies and deals, thanks to Fourth of July fun, N…
Sponsored The 2026 Walmart Back-to-School Haul: Don't Miss These Finds
The school supply list hits your inbox, and suddenly back-to-school shopping is officially here.For Fort…
Finding Things to Do in Fort Myers Just Got Easier
If you've used our Fort Myers events calendar before, you may have noticed something looks a little d…
50 Best Family Movies for Movie Night When You're Too Tired to Go Out
Nobody wants to cook. Nobody wants to put on real pants. And somehow everyone in the house has a differen…
Road Trip Games That Keep Kids Happy for HOURS (+ Free Printables!)
Ah, the family road trip ... where the snacks are endless, the playlists are on repeat, and someone will…
Ice Cream, Hot Dogs & Harry: 10 July Holidays Kids Will Love
We’re deep into summer mode now: Think sticky popsicles, sandy toes, and magical nights filled with…
Sponsored The Summer Question Nobody Warns You About (and A Free Solution)
You planned the whole year. You found the curriculum, kept the schedule, showed up on the hard days, and…
Sponsored 10 Swim Skills That Could Help Save Your Child’s Life
Every parent wants their child to feel comfortable and confident in the water.Learning strokes, building…
What’s for Dinner? 25 Real-Parent Meals Kids Actually Eat
Looking for weeknight dinners your kids will actually eat without the negotiating, the complaints, or th…
Sponsored 2026 Macaroni KID Fort Myers Summer Camp Guide
Looking for summer camps in Fort Myers? Spots fill fast—our 2026 Macaroni KID Fort Myers Summer Cam…
Sponsored Cheaper Summer Fun? These Family Deals Are Actually Worth It
Admission prices went up again this year. You already knew that.But here's the thing — you don&…
Free Summer Reading Programs for Kids in 2026: Books, Pizza & Prizes
Summer starts with the best intentions... and then suddenly it’s week two, everyone is bored, and s…
What Are We Doing All Summer? 100 Easy Ideas for Kids + Free Printable
Trying to keep kids entertained all summer without turning it into a full-time job? Same.Some days you&rs…
Sponsored Alsies of Cape Coral Brings a New Ice Cream Truck Experience
Families across Cape Coral and Southwest Florida have a new reason to smile—Alsies of Cape Coral is…
Report Card Freebies 2026: Where Kids Get Free Stuff for Good Grades
Looking for a fun way to celebrate your child’s hard work this school year? Whether your student ea…
80 Clean & Kid-Safe Jokes That'll Survive the Summer Family Road Trip
"I'm boooored." Sound familiar? Whether it's a road trip, a rainy afternoon or day 3 of…
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