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If you’re going to watch Green Book, read these articles first. Or, after.

If you’re going to watch Green Book, read these articles first. Or, after.

by Liz Gumbinner | Entertainment + Media, Thinking : Parent

Last night’s 2019’s Best Picture award at the Oscars went to Green Book, a film based (ever so loosely) on a real relationship between prominent Black jazz pianist and classically trained musician Dr. Don Shirley, and his hired driver, Frank “Tony...
The #CaptainMarvelChallenge: Can you help send girls to see a badass female superhero on the big screen?

The #CaptainMarvelChallenge: Can you help send girls to see a badass female superhero on the big screen?

by Liz Gumbinner | Doing Good, Entertainment + Media

I am so excited about the upcoming Captain Marvel release. Like, crazy excited. Believe it or not, it’s the first woman-lead superhero film from Marvel. (Yep, Wonder Woman was from DC Comics, fun as it was, my non-geeky friends.) Not only that, but Brie...
Where to see all the 2016 Oscar best-picture nominees (especially for parents who have only seen Moana).

Where to see all the 2016 Oscar best-picture nominees (especially for parents who have only seen Moana).

by Kate Etue | Entertainment + Media

Do you know how many of the 2016 Oscars best picture nominees I’ve seen this year? Zero. Not a single one. Because, kids. But, I have one last chance to see them all before the big awards ceremony. And at a discount too. See, sometimes it pays to procrastinate....
Documentaries to watch with kids about other kids: 6 entertaining and thought-provoking films we love

Documentaries to watch with kids about other kids: 6 entertaining and thought-provoking films we love

by PJ Feinstein | Entertainment + Media

Here’s an idea: The next time your kids ask (politely, of course) to watch their favorite movie — as in, the animated feature or superhero flick they’ve seen a million times — why not suggest a documentary instead? Now before you roll your eyes...
Olive Us are excited about the new 1st Film Festival

Olive Us are excited about the new 1st Film Festival

by Stephanie Slate | Entertainment + Media

Have you heard? Our favorite filmmaking family of 8 just announced a film festival for children and we couldn’t be more excited! Our love of Gabrielle Blair and her beautiful family runs deep. From her amazing new Design Mom book to her delightful short film...
Cool summer camps for kids that go way beyond swimming and archery

Cool summer camps for kids that go way beyond swimming and archery

by Julie | Family Travel

With spring break in the rearview mirror, our kids are already looking forward to heading off to camp. So we thought it would be fun to explore the coolest summer camps out there. We were blown away by what we found — from camps with long histories and cool new...
The Breakfast Club is coming back to theaters! Brains, athletes, basket cases, and princesses  all welcome.

The Breakfast Club is coming back to theaters! Brains, athletes, basket cases, and princesses all welcome.

by Julie | Entertainment + Media

We’re fist-pumping, Bender style, over the rerelease of John Hughes’ arguably best movie ever (sorry, Home Alone), The Breakfast Club.  Say it with us: Could you describe the ruckus, sir? In honor of the 30th anniversary of the film that made every girl question...
Oscar party food ideas: Clever recipes inspired by this year’s Best Picture nominees.

Oscar party food ideas: Clever recipes inspired by this year’s Best Picture nominees.

by Stacie Billis | Food + Recipes

Whether you’re having a full-blown awards bash or just plan on curling up with one other person, we’ve got the Oscar party food ideas for you. Nothing’s better than watching the Oscars with good food, some Champagne cocktails, and folks who’ll talk—or at least...
Bring some glam to your Oscars party with these fun DIY ideas and printables

Bring some glam to your Oscars party with these fun DIY ideas and printables

by Kate Etue | Party Ideas

I just love a good awards show. The Grammys, Golden Globes, and the Tonys are great, but for me, the Oscars is the ultimate–Hollywood at its finest. If you enjoy celebrating the Academy Awards at home as much as I do, these easy DIY ideas will amp up your...
The Lego Movie Review – A real block buster.

The Lego Movie Review – A real block buster.

by Liz Gumbinner | Entertainment + Media

As the cultural discussion continues about building toys for girls and gender specific toy aisles, let me start by saying that my girls have been talking non-stop about The Lego Movie since they first saw a preview for it months ago. They are fans of everything...
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