Thank You Notes For Kids

 

Thank You Notes From Kids

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The holidays have wrapped up, and the kids have received their loot. It’s a great time to start instilling good manners in your children, starting with the art of the thank you note. Being able to write a well-penned note “is so important all through life, especially in business situations,” says Melanie Perko, who teaches manners courses for children and adults in Portland. “People who are refined get noticed.” » Read more

Santa Breakfasts

 

Breakfast with Santa Events Around Portland

Remember to bring your cameras to capture the moment!

Lunch with Santa at Iorio

Decorate cookies, hang out with Santa and dine on some delicious Southern Italian fare.
Dec. 18 & 19, 11:30am - 2pm
$7 kids / $15 adults - Benefitting FISH Emergency Services.
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Santa Visit + the Polar Express in 3-D

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Best Places to See Christmas Lights in Portland

 

Zoolights

4001 SW Canyon Rd
Portland, Oregon

Through Jan. 3, the Oregon Zoo will be transformed into Zoolights,a winter wonderland, aglow with a million lights. See the zoo transformed into a winter wonderland, aglow with a million lights. » Read more

Holiday Performances

 

NW Children's Theater presents Narnia
From the stories of C.S. Lewis
There are many stories of Narnia. The first is about to be told. Deep inside the wardrobe sleeps a land of never-ending winter ruled by a cruel witch. Led by the noble Aslan, four brave siblings are drawn into an epic battle between good and evil in this inspiring holiday adventure for the whole family! (most enjoyed by ages 6 & up)

December 11, 2009 - January 3, 2010
Fridays & Saturdays at 7pm, Saturdays & Sundays at 2pm

Special Holiday Shows!

Kick Off the Holiday Season in Portland on Thanksgiving Weekend

 

The Turkey Trot, Macy's Thanksgiving Parade, Christmas Tree Lighting, Santa

Handprint Holiday Tiles

 

With several events going on just in time for the holiday season, Hand Print Tiles are a great gift for grandparents or other family members and they are super fun for kiddos to create. Learn more here: http://handprinttiles.com.

Father's Day Fun

 

For Father's Day, you're not going to want to miss out on the fun stuff going on around town to celebrate those great guys in our lives. We've put together this list (http://www.nwkids.com/Fathers-Day) on our website for you to peruse and choose from to help plan the perfect day. There are festivals, daddy and daughter dances or even a breakfast with sharks! Even if you're looking at this past the times listed, check out the events anyway. Most likely they're annual celebrations of daddies!

Color ‘n Kids Cards from Stubby Pencil Studio

 

Portland mama Kate Rosenthal is the creator of Color ‘n Kids notecards -- simple, bold designs that give kids a boost in the homemade card department. Your little one can color them in and follow the dotted lines to trace the lettering: perfect for veteran colorers and novice letterers.

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NW Kids Holiday Guide

 

WOW There are so many amazing and wonderful performances to enjoy as a family (or as a special treat to for your budding artiste!) Portland really has it going on, with at least four different versions of The Nutcracker alone, as well as dozens of other holiday-related performances.

Scroll down for other family-friendly outings to enjoy, including the best light shows, breakfasts with Santa (and Clifford!), Chanukah Wonderlands, shopping bazaars, and much more! » Read more

Stationery, Holiday Cards, Custom announcements and invitations

 

Get your holiday cards, invitations, and announcements from one of these local graphic design whizzes. Samples from each of these stationers below; keep in mind most, if not all, will design something custom for you. Why not post something originally YOU this season?

Find them online:

Chic Eye Designs
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Green Ink Holiday Stationery » Read more

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