Six weeks ago on Sunday, the parents of now five year old Ella Newmiller of Raleigh, North Carolina received a major shock. Ella had not been feeling well, was glassy eyed and sleepy so her parents took her to an urgent care center. The following day at UNC hospitals, they faced the unfathomable news that their precious daughter has an inoperable brain tumor.
Ella’s family has a simple request of people who would like to help: please take a few minutes every day to pray for Ella, for the oncologists and physicians directing her care, for her parents, Renae and Mark, and for her brother Jack who is in second grade. Read the rest »
By Kris on 06/10/08 in Parents, Charity, Health, Featured, Raleigh, Children's Charities, Main Feature, Editor Picks, Cities Featured
Are you in the Raleigh/ Durham/ Chapel Hill area? Come support a wonderful cause and have fun with the whole family! The WonderGirl 5K & Fun Run celebrates the Girls on the Run organization and its commitment to helping make a difference in the lives of girls everywhere.
The WonderGirl 5K & Fun Run brings together the greater Triangle community to celebrate young girls along their journey to choosing healthy lifestyles
and adopting a strong sense of self. Read the rest »
By Clever Parents Editors on 03/26/08 in Charity, Featured, Columns, Raleigh, Fitness, Raleigh Activities
A Fun Filled Family Event to Help Cure Juvenile Diabetes
Saturday, September 8th - 10AM until 4PM
Join Tookie’s Toys and the other merchants of Falls Village Shopping Center as we host a benefit for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation this Saturday.
There will be entertainment throughout the village including:
- Kids Entertainment -Lower Level by Tookie’s Toys- See below for details!
- Star Wars Characters at Raleighwood
- Atlantic Tire Race Car at Chick-fil-A
- Diabetes information and screening at Chick-fil-A
- Hair Painting at Hair Cuttery
- Root Beer Floats at Fresh Market
- Chick-fil-A Cows
- Fire Truck
How does this benefit JDRF?
- Participating stores donate a percentage of sales to JDRF
- Buy JDRF Sneakers for $1 at select stores
- Register for Prizes by visiting participating stores - you could win while helping a great cause!
Go to the JDRF Information Booth near Fresh Market on Saturday for a detailed schedule of events and for prize registration form.
Kid’s Entertainment Schedule at JDRF Benefit
10 AM - Trish Miller, Children’s Music - www.trishmillermusic.com
11 AM - Stacy Clearman’s LittleLand, Children’s Music - www.stacyclearman.org
12 Noon - Storybook Safari, Creative Storytelling - www.storybooksafari.com
12:30 PM - Dinosaurs Rock, Dinosaur Presentation - www.dinosaursrocknc.com
10AM - 2PM - Oogles n’ Googles, Crafts & Activities - www.ooglesngoogles.com
10AM - 3PM - Dinosaurs Rock, Dinosaur Exhibit
10AM - 3PM - Storybook Safari, Children’s Activities
11:30AM - 3PM - Captain Pete the Party Pirate - www.captainpetethepartypirate.com
By Katherine on 09/6/07 in Raleigh Activities
Calling all hot mamas: It’s still scorching hot outside, but what a better way to dream of cooler days than by picking up a few essential items for your own wardrobe for fall?
Maybe you’ve had your eye on a cropped jacket, a flattering wrap top or dress, a pair of skinny pants or a fun and flirty skirt and haven’t had time to do any shopping for yourself. It’s time.
A couple of years ago a girlfriend of mine turned me on to Etcetera - a women’s clothing line that offers a good mix of casually elegant mix and match pieces that you can dress up or down - that really does make it easy to look great. Read the rest »
By Kris on 08/27/07 in Style, Featured, Columns, Raleigh, Stylish Women, Raleigh Shopping
If you are in or near Raleigh, NC, don’t miss the annual Patsy Aiken Outlet tent sale from Thursday, July 26th through Saturday, August 4th. Thousands of past season Spring and Fall items marked $5-$15. Also, the newest Spring ’07 line will be on sale at 35% off and Fall ’06 will be on sale at 50% off.
Hours are 9am - 5pm Monday - Saturday. 4812 Hargrove Road, Raleigh, NC 27616
Directions: From I-440, take Capital Blvd. Exit, go north about 4 miles. Turn Left on Spring Forest Rd. Left on Hargrove Rd. Patsy Aiken Designs is the 2nd driveway on the left.
Learn more on the Patsy Aiken website.
By Clever Parents Editors on 07/26/07 in Cities, Columns, Raleigh, Stylish Children, Raleigh Shopping
Looking for a place to watch fireworks this 4th of July in the Triangle area? Here’s a list of events happening July 3rd and 4th.
Tuesday July 3rd
FUQUAY-VARINA: 6 p.m., South Park. Fireworks, live music, food and carnival rides.
GARNER: 5 p.m., Lake Benson Park, 921 Buffaloe Road. N.C. Symphony performs at 8:30 p.m. Fireworks start at 9:30 p.m. Information: 662-5703.
WAKE FOREST: 5:30 p.m., Wake Forest-Rolesville High School’s Trentini Stadium. Fireworks, games and live entertainment. Admission: $5 for ages 7 and up. Information: 554-6196. Read the rest »
By Kris on 07/3/07 in Cities, Columns, Raleigh, Raleigh Activities, Holidays
Join Tookie’s Toys, PolkaDots/Be-Tween and Baskin Robbins for a fun filled family concert featuring Sandbox Kids and Family Fun Band on Sunday, May 5th from 4:00PM - 6:00PM at Cameron Village. Bring your chairs or blankets. Concert will be held in front of the sponsoring stores. Enjoy $1 Kids Scoops at Baskin Robbins. For more info call 828-5574 or visit tookiestoys.com.
About Sandbox Kids and Family Fun Band: Sandbox is a four-piece Raleigh/ Durham/ Chapel Hill band specializing in twangy, upbeat traditional children’s music. We are well known for our exceptionally fun, interactive performances and a strong vocal presence. We target 1-8 year olds, but our music appeals to folks of all ages. Learn more about Sandbox Kids and Family Fun Band at www.sandbox-band.com
By Katherine on 05/1/07 in Cities, Columns, Raleigh, Raleigh Activities
