ItalianCarFest 2017 this Weekend

ItalianCarFest 2017 - North Texas Kids MagazineFree Family Fun and Cool Cars this Saturday at the Nash Farm in Grapevine

This Saturday, September 9th in Grapevine, the premier show of Italian automobiles in the Southwest will be held at Nash Farm, 626 Ball Street, Grapevine from 10 am – 3:30 pm. 

North Texas Giving Day is September 14th

North Texas Giving Day 2017

This Year, Give One Week Earlier

for North Texas Giving Day

North Texas Giving Day is Communities Foundation of Texas’ annual 18-hour online giving event that provides nonprofits the opportunity to gain exposure to — and start relationships with — new donors, and for people in North Texas to come together to raise as much money as possible for local nonprofits. In addition, Communities Foundation of Texas and some nonprofits will host donation stations throughout DFW on September 14, 2017. Many such events will have entertainment and activities, food trucks and other offerings. Find a North Texas Giving Day donation station near you.

How to Help Hurricane Harvey Victims

How to Help Hurricane Harvey Victims - Helping Hands

Where to Find Out How to Help Harvey Victims

Earlier today, I was explaining to someone how inspired I was feeling about the wonderful outpouring of support for our neighbors in Houston and coastal Texas areas. In the course of the discussion, I was reminded that we all deal differently with crisis in our lives. Those impacted by Hurricane Harvey need the basics and financial support for sure, but they also need emotional support, particularly if they have kids. Just imagine how parents must feel having to be displaced from their homes, schools, businesses and jobs, but, on top of that, having to take care of and entertain their kids too.

27 Great Patio Restaurants in Dallas Ft Worth

Great Places in DFW to Dine Alfresco

(Updated 2017)

My favorite thing about our amazing Texas weather is dining “alfresco”. Perhaps it is my Oregon roots, but I have always been a big fan of the patio dining experience.

A good patio must have a relaxed atmosphere, aesthetically appealing decor and reasonably priced good food and drinks. Since having kiddos 10 years ago, my list has now grown to include kid friendly patios.

This patio dining list is broad on purpose to include locations across the DFW Metroplex and to offer a variety of options depending on the kind of outdoor evening you are planning.  Enjoy!