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Embracing the Joy of Thrifting

October 8, 2023October 7, 2023Lisa Tate

One thing my kids’ generation has discovered is how cool shopping at second-hand stores can be. Here are some reasons we love thrifting.

Cast Out Boredom With These 3 Places to Find Cool Fictional Exorcists

October 1, 2023September 30, 2023Lisa Tate

Exorcists are all over horror and fantasy stories again. Here’s where to watch, experience, or read about these demon-destroyers now and in the near future.

Inspiring Your Budding Artist at Dragon Con

September 30, 2023September 29, 2023Ruth Suehle

If you’ve got a young artist thinking about career options, put Dragon Con on next fall’s calendar.

Read This If You’re Lost in the Modern College Application Quagmire

September 27, 2023September 26, 2023Ruth Suehle

My friends, I have made mistakes going all the way back to the beginning of my first pregnancy. No, not mistakes, plural. Mistake, singular. Because I have learned no lessons from the past.

What Are Your “Halloween Eve” Preparations?

September 23, 2023September 22, 2023Lisa Tate

Some spooky season fans call September “Halloween Eve.” It’s a good time to prepare for the busy October ahead.

Disney Exclusive: “Howloween” from ‘SuperKitties’

September 21, 2023September 20, 2023Sarah Pinault

Disney’s hit preschool series SuperKitties will air its first-ever Halloween special this season and the episode features an all-new song debuting exclusively with GeekMom – “Howloween”!

The Bath Book Bash 2023

September 20, 2023September 19, 2023Sarah Pinault

A wonderful Fall event in New England, the Bath Book Bash is a haven for young readers and aspiring authors.

Eat Your Way to Victory in ‘Goats Day Out’ from Thinkfun

September 14, 2023October 17, 2023Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth reviews family game ‘Goats’ Day Out’ from Thinkfun.

“Hi, Barbie!”, or the Magic of Pink at Dragon Con 2023

September 11, 2023September 10, 2023Ruth Suehle

Ruth shares the instant community that happened at this year’s Dragon Con thanks to the color pink.

Dive Into History Through Maps, Old and New, With ‘America: The Atlas” by the Smithsonian

September 5, 2023September 4, 2023Jenny Bristol

Maps are great ways to learn about history, and this book includes plenty of both historical maps and maps specifically created to illustrate important events or data.

Trolls Band Together in a New Line of Dolls

August 29, 2023August 28, 2023Sarah Pinault

All of our favorite Trolls are back from the previous movies for ‘Trolls Band Together,’ and they’re teaming up with Mattel in a line of toys that ranges from small dolls, akin to the traditional doll, through hair-raising interactive trolls.

‘Hello Kitty Island Adventure’ Will Appeal to All Ages

August 24, 2023August 23, 2023Jenny Bristol

Prepare yourself for cute adventures!

Celebrating 100 Years of Disney With LEGO Minifigures

August 22, 2023August 21, 2023Sarah Pinault

I may have a problem. I have a teeny tiny obsession with Disney merch at the moment. And since my entire family loves LEGO, I bought four individual bags of the mini figures that were released as part of the celebration of 100 years of Disney.

Picture Book Adventures with Flat Cat

August 15, 2023August 14, 2023Sarah Pinault

Flat Cat was born flat, but didn’t fall flat with GeekMom Sarah’s kids, all of whom loved this sometimes flat, sometimes fuzzy feline!

Be the Artist: Mid-Century ‘Polynesian Pop’ Custom

August 7, 2023August 6, 2023Lisa Tate

The immersive world of the mid-century “Tiki” custom is making a comeback with a geeky twist. Try designing your own “Polynesian Pop” pattern.

Books, Games, Rock and Roll: An Interview With James L. Sutter

August 1, 2023July 31, 2023Melanie Meadors

Author James L. Sutter has been busy. In between the releases of his romantic young adult novel (‘Darkhearts,’ Wednesday Books/Macmillan) and two comics (‘Starfinder: Angels of the Drift #1,’ Dynamite Entertainment and the story “Remakers” in ‘Schlock Mercenary #17: A Little Immortality’) in June, plus writing for future projects, he found the time to answer a few questions about his work, particularly on ‘Darkhearts.’