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Pure Guesswork: In a Class by Himself

Published: 09/28/2012 by Steve Calechman in Education

Are new or expectant parents like politicians? Boston Parents Paper humor columnist Steve Calechman explores the similarities and takes on one campaign promise that he doubts presidential candidates can keep – keeping college tuition affordable.

5 Questions for Financial Advisor John Spooner

Published: 05/25/2012 by Susan Flynn in Family Finances

Author and Boston-based financial adviser John Spooner pens a new common-sense advice book told through a series of letters to his grandchildren.

Meet the Winner of our 'Worst Vacation Ever' Contest

Published: 07/27/2011 by Boston Parents Paper Editors in Family Relationships

You think you've had bad vacations? Check out the challenges faced by this Lexington family, the winner of our 2011 'Worst Vacation Ever' contest and the recipient of a nice, relaxing vacation at family-friendly Purity Spring Resort in New Hampshire

New England Aquarium Transforms!

Published: 11/09/2012 in Education

The New England Aquarium in Boston is in the midst of a 10-month renovation, mainly to the giant ocean tank that is the centerpiece of this beloved family attraction.

On Stage & Screen

Published: 09/23/2011 in Family Entertainment

There's nothing like a live performance on stage! Check out the many family-friendly theatre dramas, puppet shows, concerts and more in our monthly list of live performances in Massachusetts.

Top Picks for Family Fun

Published: 05/13/2013 by Jennifer Sammons in Family Entertainment

This week's top picks for fun family events in Massachusetts.

Pure Guesswork: Panic Attack in Aisle Three

Published: 05/25/2012 by Steve Calechman in Behavior

The first installment of our new humor column chronicling the adventures of a new dad follows our intrepid hero into a grocery store with his infant son for the first time.

Talking to Kids About the Boston Marathon Bombings

Published: 04/22/2013 by By Mary Lou Kelleher, RN, MS in Family Relationships

How do you talk with your kids about something as frightening as terrorism, especially when it happens so close to home? In the wake of the Boston Marathon bombings, here's some advice from the head nurse at Boston's Franciscan Children's Hospital.

Boy Brain – Girl Brain: Is There a Difference?

Published: 09/24/2012 by Deirdre Wilson in Behavior

Two Boston gender experts are challenging beliefs that boys and girls learn and behave differently because of brain structure, and must therefore be taught differently. They argue that our culture creates stereotypes that lead to these differences.

From professional ballet companies to local dance schools, performances of The Nutcracker can be found all over Massachusetts this month. Here are the remaining dates for some of the highlight performances.