Drum roll, please … It’s time once again for our Fabulous Birthday Party Give Away! Many of our regular readers already know the drill, but for those of you who don’t, here’s the scoop:

Our February issue includes a comprehensive guide to local party venues and suppliers –- from simple to extreme, for parties at home and away -– so this month we’re offering our readers the chance to win one of 12 party packages donated by the businesses listed below. More…

Category: Contests // Posted on February 1, 2012 // Leave a Comment

The Cinnamon Bear began in 1937 as a radio series running from Thanksgiving to Christmas. The story followed Judy and Jimmy Barton as they searched throughout Maybeland for a missing Silver Star that belonged on their Christmas tree. The Cinnamon Bear and other colorful characters helped them on their journey.

The Cinnamon Bear still is a holiday tradition for families in the Portland metro area, with a special two-hour, family-friendly Portland Spirit “Cinnamon Bear” cruise More…

Category: Contests, Holidays // Posted on November 21, 2011 // Leave a Comment

In our annual Your Baby and You issue, which is on the stands now, we reviewed some of the best new gear for babies and new parents, recommended by local retailers. Now we’re offering one lucky reader a spectacular prize package overflowing with the products we showcased! More…

Category: Contests // Posted on October 10, 2011 // Leave a Comment

A few weeks ago we asked readers to help us support Mercy Corps’ efforts in Somalia, where over 30,000 children have died in the past several months because of the country’s worst drought in 60 years. Metro Parent and our sister publication, Portland Woman, have pledged to match your donations up to $1,500, for a total contribution of $3,000. So far, our generous readers have donated over $1,000, but we’re eager to meet our goal as soon as possible.

To offer some incentive, we’re giving away two $20 gift cards from John’s Incredible Pizza! More…

Category: Charitable Giving, Contests // Posted on September 19, 2011 // 1 Comment

We’re partnering with Sprig Health to offer this FREE package to one lucky reader, with a market value of $476!

Your free exam will include:
* Basic preventive care history and health screening including breast and pelvic exam, pap smear, abdominal, heart and lung exams performed by a licensed naturopathic doctor. More…

Category: Contests, Health and Wellness // Posted on September 7, 2011 // Leave a Comment

You voted. We counted. Now we’re happy to announce the winners of our 2011 “Family Favorites” Reader Survey.

(Read our September issue for a more detailed recap of our survey, including readers’ comments and a few additional categories, beginning on page 30.)

Family Favorite Restaurant (Our “Happy Highchair” Award)
Our readers love their brewpubs, More…

Category: Contests, Family Fun, Metro Parent // Posted on September 5, 2011 // 2 Comments

Do you and your kids love reading? Love college football? Love winning? If you answered yes to any of these questions –- and especially if you answered yes to all of them -– the Oregon College Savings Plan (OSCP) is running two contests you should know about! More…

Category: Contests, Education, Finance // Posted on August 24, 2011 // Leave a Comment

Sunday is the last day to vote for your favorite local family-friendly businesses in our annual “Family Favorites” Reader Survey! Not only is it a great way to support the wonderful local businesses in our area and share recommendations with other parents, but every reader who votes will be entered to win a fabulous Family Fun Package including a $50 gift card to the top-rated restaurant, a $50 gift card to the top-rated children’s book shop, a $20 gift card to John’s Incredible Pizza and other family fun items. More…

Category: Contests, Metro Parent // Posted on August 10, 2011 // Leave a Comment

Photo by Beth Blenz-Clucas

If you love music -– and sharing that love of music with your kids! –- you’re probably always on the lookout for great kid-friendly artists you can all enjoy together. Enter Grammy Award nominee Justin Roberts, who’s been compared to Buddy Holly, Nick Lowe and even Paul McCartney. Justin is heading to Portland next month for a fabulous family-friendly concert, and we’re giving away More…

Category: Contests, Events/Performances // Posted on July 20, 2011 // 24 Comments

It’s that time again! Time to vote for your favorite family-friendly businesses in the Portland metro area! It’s a great way to support the wonderful local businesses in our area and share recommendations with other parents. Plus, every reader who votes will be entered to win a Family Fun Package including a $50 gift card to the top-rated restaurant, a $50 gift card to the top-rated children’s book shop, a $20 gift card to John’s Incredible Pizza and other family fun items. More…

Category: Contests // Posted on July 18, 2011 // Leave a Comment

The latest addition to the local family fun center scene is John’s Incredible Pizza, which opened in Beaverton at the end of March. Offering a fabulous buffet along with arcade games and a few amusement rides, the place is small enough to be unintimidating but large enough to keep the kids entertained for hours.

We highly recommend John’s for great food and serious family fun, and this month we’re offering one lucky reader a $20 Gift Card to help get the fun started! More…

Category: Contests, Family Fun // Posted on July 6, 2011 // 80 Comments

When my son was younger, he was a huge fan of Thomas the Tank Engine! One of the highlights of his summer (several years in a row) was Day Out with Thomas at Mt. Hood Railroad, where you get to ride on everybody’s favorite little blue engine, meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy a train-themed day of fun! And this year, Metro Parent is happy to be offering one lucky reader a Family Four-Pack of tickets for free! More…

Category: Contests, Events/Performances // Posted on June 8, 2011 // 4 Comments