Gift exchange games offer a fun alternative to traditional holiday gift giving. When planning a Christmas gift exchange party for kids, decide on a budget for the gifts, such as $5 or $10, and let the children and their parents know that there is no need to spend more than that amount. Or...

Florida has many budget-friendly anniversary activities.florida adventure image by feisty from Fotolia.comAnniversaries are special moments in life and Florida offers an array of activities on a budget that will allow you to celebrate your moment without breaking the bank. Because Florida...

With the holiday season soon upon us, it's time to think about some fun crafts you can do with your children in preparation of Christmas.My kids love doing holiday crafts, and I'm sure yours will t...

Personalized his and hers gifts celebrate a couple's love and bond with each other and therefore work well as wedding, anniversary and house-warming gifts. There is a range of his and hers gifts ideas to suit your budget and the couple's personality. His and hers gifts can be traditional or given a

The Thanksgiving speech is the thing that is remembered the most at a family feast. This is why the one that usually makes the speech is the either the oldest member of the family or the host that is throwing the whole party. It has meaning that sometimes takes a little thought to get everything you

If you are tired of getting the same gift each year for your wife, husband, boss, or friend, you are probably looking for places to find a unique Christmas gift. These aren't as hard to come by as you may think, but you will have to put some thought in to it. When I look for a unique Christmas

A Children's Christmas elf doll brings a whole new meaning to Christmas for one family.

Be creative with your New Year's gift.Kathryn Bell/Photodisc/Getty ImagesAfter all the money you spent on Christmas gifts, spending more on New Year's presents may be the last thing on your mind. That said, there may be a special guy in your life who was extra-special to you on Christmas,...

WordWorld had its television premiere in the fall of 2007 and has since held its popularity among children in preschool to early grammar school age groups. During the show, the characters form items by correctly putting the letters of the word together, which teaches spelling, reading and phonics to

The bright festival of lights would be incomplete without the tasteful Diwali lanterns decorating in the homes, offices and shops. Diwali greetings begin with the planning and preparations for the Diwali 2011 festival. The entire process starts many days before the festive season actually begins.

Many moms enjoy being pampered with home spa treatments.Bath salts and candle set against white bath tub area image by Paul Hill from Fotolia.comChoosing the perfect gift for a mom may feel like a challenging task, but it does not have to be. Although most moms will tell you it is the...

Homemade optical illusion costumes will surprise and impress your friends, who will admire and take photographs of your costume all night. A homemade costume also ensures that you won't run into 10 other people with the exact same costume. You'll also enjoy the process of making these costumes, whic

A Halloween party isn't complete without some finger foods, blood-red punch and a table full of gross-out games to thrill your party goers. Kids young and old will marvel at these icky tricks and all will have ghoulishly good time that will haunt them for years to come.

With Halloween just around the corner, now maybe the time to start thinking about what sort of costumes to wear. If you are looking to fit out the whole family easily (and why not?) then Harry Potter may well be worth thinking about. The success of the books by J.K Rowling and the film series leaves

Nobody spoils your kids like Grandma, so show her your appreciation by giving her a thoughtful gift. Although such gestures are appropriate on birthdays and holidays, you don't have to wait for one. A spontaneous gift, just because, is the kind she gives most often -- so show her the feeling is mutu

Pep rallies are like small circuses or fairs for many towns. Bands play fanfare tunes while cheerleaders run up and down the bleachers to rally the fans and do flips in the air and other gymnastic feats. The fans, in turn, scream, holler and root for their teams to win the upcoming game. In the earl

It's easy to decorate outside for Halloween without spending a lot of money. Even better, putting together your own decorations or coming up with inexpensive ideas is fun and a good way to get your creativity going. Turn this project into quality family time by involving your spouse and kids in maki

Learn how to make your very own Angry Birds costume at home. Follow this step by step instructions to make this Halloween costume this year.

The often cold climate of Rochester, New York, makes it a great place for indoor sports, and the recent rise of professional volleyball has made that sport particularly popular. In Rochester, you can get in a game on the hard court of the Main Street Armory, dig into the sand at Hot...

Bring a smile to a teen at Christmas.teen christmas portrait image by Katrina Miller from Fotolia.comShopping for teens for Christmas requires creativity. Gone are the days when you could buy them dolls or action figures and they'd sit contentedly for hours. Taking the direct approach...