Before Midnight review: Love conquers all. Or mostly all.

by Kristen Chase | Random Coolness

Last week, I was treated to a sneak preview of Before Midnight, the newest movie in the popular now-trilogy starring Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy. If you’re like me, you won’t believe it’s been 18 years since they first met in Before Sunrise, then met...

The 2013 Baby Buggy Bedtime Bash: We’ll be a part this year, come join us!

by Liz Gumbinner | Doing Good

When I first discovered Baby Buggy, the remarkable organization that helps new mothers most in need, I was instantly captivated. As a new mom myself, I wanted to know what I could do to help. And now, several years later, I’m so excited to not only join the...

¡Hola Mis Amigos! Hilarious Dora the Explorer miniseries begins today

by Christina Refford | Entertainment + Media

When I saw College Humor’s “fake” trailer for a live-action Dora the Explorer movie, I joined the chorus of voices across the internet begging that this hilarious two-minute trailer be made into a real movie. And that wish has come true. Now along...

5 tech picks you won’t want to miss this week

by Cool Mom Team | Cool Tech

Here, just a few of our favorite tech picks of the last week on Cool Mom Tech, just in case you missed them. 1. With cold season here, here’s how to de-germ your tech, safely. It’s easier (and cheaper) than you think. 2. Awesome, affordable gadgets, that...

What to do with your kids during a snowstorm

by Cool Mom Team | DIY

With the big snowstorm about to hit the Northeast, we’re gathering activities to keep our kids busy and happy while the snow falls outside. So make sure your fridge is stocked, grab some hot chocolate, and check out these helpful suggestions. Stay safe and warm,...

13 fun holiday activities to keep the kids occupied all week long

by Liz Gumbinner | DIY

If your kids are anything like mine, they’re dogging your heels and sneaking under the Christmas tree to peek at presents any chance that they can get. So I’m desperate to find anything to keep them occupied for the next 24 hours until Santa...

Les Miserables movie review: Quite easily the movie of the year

by Liz Gumbinner | Entertainment + Media

Let me start by saying I am not some Les Mis groupie. I have never seen the play or even read Victor Hugo’s book, so it’s not like I have childhood memories to stir up. That said, I cannot think of the last time I walked out of a movie saying, I...

Annie the Musical is back on Broadway! The sun is out, people.

by Liz Gumbinner | Entertainment + Media

I am old enough to remember the original Annie on Broadway, starring Andrea McArdle. That show had me and a zillion other little girls dreaming of living in a mansion with a swimming pool and a cute dog–although maybe keeping our own parents. So when I heard...

A free family-savvy tour guide, at your service (LAX, we’re starting with you)

by Cool Mom Team | Helpful Services

I love finding the best activities and spots to check out in my city. When a site does all of the legwork and offers me a list of proposed activities to check out each week, what’s not to love? That’s why I’m digging the new site The Family...

Gustafer Yellowgold’s musical tour through the holidays is a trip worth taking

by Christina Refford | Entertainment + Media

Yes, the years are going by so fast, though I’ve never had one whiz by in 28.4 minutes, thank goodness. But if anyone can make that happen in a way that will put a smile on your face, it’s the musical, yellow-hued cartoon Gustafer...