It’s that time of year again — the time we pack up the kiddos and head to Salem for the Oregon State Fair! A late summer ritual for nearly 150 years (give or take), the fair is bigger and better than ever this year, and we’re giving away a Family 4 Pack of tickets to one lucky reader!
You’ll find all your old favorites — big-time entertainers, 4-H and FFA exhibits, crafts and baked goods and midway rides galore — but you’ll also find plenty of new attractions to excite even the most experienced fair goer! More…
Category: Contests, Events/Performances // Posted on August 23, 2010 // 6 Comments
My family and I just returned from a two-week road trip, including some truly glorious hikes. We spent time in the northern California redwoods, Bend and even stopped at Crater Lake, all fabulous places for families to hike.
Of course, we have plenty of remarkable places for family hiking right here in the Portland metro area! Forest Park, Tryon Creek State Park, Hoyt Arboretum, Powell Butte and many other wonderful urban oases are easily accessible, and tempting day trips include the Columbia Gorge, Mt. Hood, the Oregon coast and beyond. But this summer, my family is determined to explore even more of the local flora and fauna, so this week we’re asking our readers to recommend their favorite local family hikes, and we’re offering a chance to win a copy of Best Hikes with Kids: Oregon by Bonnie Henderson (Mountaineers Books, 2007) for doing so. More…
Category: Contests, Nature // Posted on July 26, 2010 // 6 Comments
With summer in full swing, you’re likely looking to add to your repertoire of family-friendly fun in and around the Portland area. Whether you’re hosting out-of-town visitors or just trying to keep your kids entertained with new and exciting diversions, we’ve got a book we think can help.
Out & About with Kids Portland (Sasquatch Books; Fourth Edition, 2009) was updated last year with new and improved content, offering tips for everything from where to eat to where to play to where to go for educational adventures. We love this book … but we also know our readers are the true experts when it comes to the best local attractions and activities for kids. So this week we’re offering you a chance to win a copy of Out & About with Kids Portland if you’re willing to share your own family favorites with the world. More…
Category: Contests // Posted on July 5, 2010 // 8 Comments
Nestled in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains with the wild Deschutes River rushing through, Sunriver Resort provides the perfect mix of natural northwest beauty and world-class resort luxury. Depending on the season, you can golf, swim, ski, kayak, fish, bike, rock climb … or just relax and read a good book! You’ll find plenty of options for family fun in addition to a wonderful spa, restaurants and more.
What more could you want from a family vacation?
Can you tell we love Sunriver? We do! And we want to share that love with one lucky family by giving away a fabulous Sunriver Getaway Package, including two nights in a Lodge Village Suite, bike rentals for four and golf for four at Caldera Links. ENTER HERE BY JUNE 30. More…
Category: Contests, Travel // Posted on June 16, 2010 // 1 Comment
My son’s summer break starts on Wednesday and I’ve got road trips on my brain! For one thing, our June issue features tips from road trip savvy parents and travel experts about how to make the most of family car trips – without relying on DVD players and electronic games. For another, my own family is planning a road trip around southern Oregon and northern California later this summer and I am chomping at the bit to hit the road!
That’s why this week we’re giving away a travel book to inspire you to hit the road … although this time it’s the road less traveled! More…
Category: Contests, Travel // Posted on June 14, 2010 // 6 Comments
Birthday parties are supposed to be fun, but planning your kids’ parties can be stressful. We’re here to help! In our February issue (online and on the stands), you’ll find a wealth of resources for planning parties at home and away, from simple to extravagant. And if that’s not enough to ease your mind, we’re giving away complete birthday parties to 11 lucky readers!
You can enter online through the end of February, or send your name, address, phone number and email address to Metro Parent, PO Box 13660, Portland, Oregon, 97213. We’ll do our best to match party packages with the ages and interests of the winners’ children.
Here’s a run-down on the parties you can win:
Portland Parks & Recreation’s East Portland Community Center has donated a Pool Party More…
Category: Contests // Posted on February 8, 2010 // 2 Comments
There are so many holiday shows to choose from, it’s difficult to decide which ones to see. Every family has their favorites, but we’d like to put in a special plug for Play After Play, a truly unique theater experience for kids and families. Play After Play shows begin with a short performance based on “loosely adapted” folk tales from different cultures, specifically designed to engage young audiences. But what makes these shows so unique More…
Category: Contests // Posted on December 9, 2009 // 6 Comments
