Category: Family Fun

Plan A Turkey Day Game Night

Three girls play together a social game. Focus on hand.
While the game might be on, let's be honest, everyone is napping and not watching. Do not get me wrong, family naps are fun, but on a holiday centered around family, the family should be the focus. This year instead of falling asleep watching football, gather your family for a... [read more]

Spend A Day At The Emerald Coast Science Center

In a Computer Science Class Boy Wearing Virtual Reality Headset Works in Interactive 3D Environment. Mechanical Modeling Project of Connecting Gears with Augmented Reality Software.
There's more to Ft Walton Beach than just sun and sand - there's also the Emerald Coast Science Center! The ECSC has been promoting STEAM education in Okaloosa County for over 30 years with programming and exhibits designed to benefit the youth of Northwest Florida and visitors from all over... [read more]

Have Some Indoor Fun With These Family Activities

Cropped shot of an adorable little girl looking through a magnifying glass
There’s no better time to get kids engaged in science than during the winter months. Take advantage of snow and ice and get cold, hands-on learning about biology, chemistry, engineering, and mathematics. With help from Kitchen Counter Chronicle, we put together this great list of indoor STEM activities that will... [read more]

See ‘The SpongeBob Musical’

Defocused stage lights
SpongeBob SquarePants and his friends in Bikini Bottom have been bringing joy and laughter to young audiences for two decades, and now, fans can enjoy the hilarious underwater creatures in a whole new way. Mark your calendar now and come out to “The SpongeBob Musical” at the Mattie Kelly Arts... [read more]

Plan The Perfect Picnic

Picnic
The weather is finally getting warm and sunny, and now is the time to get out and enjoy these beautiful days with your friends and family. There is no better way to do this than with a tasty picnic in your local park. The Recipe Rebel has all the ingredients... [read more]

Spend A Day At Niceville Children’s Park

Niceville Children’s Park
The children of Niceville, Florida, are in for an exciting treat. A fantastic, safe, and beautiful park right here in town offers children hours of fun in the sun. Be sure to make plans to bring your little one out to the Niceville Children’s Park next time you want to... [read more]

Rock Out With ‘Pete The Cat’

Pete the Cat Mattie Kelly Arts Center
If you have little ones, you probably know how hard it is to find activities that the entire family can enjoy. That is especially true when it comes to theatrical performances. There are a lot of shows out there that aren't quite appropriate for young children, and it may be... [read more]

Cure Cabin Fever At Surge Trampoline Park

Surge Trampoline Park
It’s cooler outside than usual, which means that you may have been spending more time inside the house than you’re used to. That can get pretty boring relatively quickly, so you may be looking for something to do that doesn’t involve spending a lot of time outside. If you have... [read more]

Catch The Wild World Of Animals

Wild World of Animals
You may have a pet or two, but think about it. How much time do you actually spend with animals in your everyday life? Probably not a lot. Therefore, it can be hard to know much about their lives or what they’re like. But animals are fascinating, and if you... [read more]

Host A Holiday Cookie Swap Party

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What’s one of the best parts of the holiday season? Getting to taste all the sweet treats, of course! If you are like many people in the area, then you’ve already started to do some holiday baking. However, most people are busy, which means that they don’t have an unlimited... [read more]