http://www.red-tri.com/blog Seattle moms & kids guide: things to do for moms, dads, parents, baby and children mothers fathers Thu, 02 Oct 2008 15:45:19 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en There's a bunch of Mom's Night Out-type events around town this month (October) - see the items highlighted below - so stick a pizza in the microwave for your Sig-O, grab a girlfriend and hit the town. Just out of curiosity - if you were planning a night out ... http://www.red-tri.com/blog/2008/09/30/moms-night-out-events-in-seattle-eastside/ hip kids boutique tottini is celebrating it's second year in Seattle (South Lake Union to be specific) with cocktails and nibbles tonight, Monday, September 29 starting at 6 pm. Also special savings when you shop. We love their modern take on kids furniture and bedding, totally unique & sustainable gifts ... http://www.red-tri.com/blog/2008/09/29/happy-birthday-tottini/ We wanted to be the first to give you the scoop: Red Tricycle ... http://www.red-tri.com/blog/2008/08/07/news-flash-red-tricycle-san-francisco/ You’ve heard it before. Reduce. Reuse. Recycle. If you’re rethinking your current shopping habits, it’s never been easier for eco-savvy Seattle & Eastside mamas to shop for great deals on gently-used clothes. From thrift shops for die-hard bargain hunters (Value Village and Goodwill) to the vintage racks at neighborhood shops ... http://www.red-tri.com/blog/2008/07/29/eco-savvy-shopping-best-consignment-stores-in-seattle-the-eastside/ The newsletter and subsequent hoopla regarding the baby high heels made us think about gifts we've received for our kiddos that we just don't like or flat-out despise. One of comments about the shoes from an RT reader was "It’d be at the back of the closet never to ... http://www.red-tri.com/blog/2008/07/15/bad-baby-gifts/ In Tuesday's newsletter, we told you about a company founded by two Seattle moms called Heelarious. The concept: fun, fake high heels for babies 0 - six months old. Obviously, with the company's name and product description, they don't take their concept too seriously. But on various message boards across ... http://www.red-tri.com/blog/2008/07/01/high-heels-for-babies-funny-or-exploitive/ Yep, we’re dating ourselves, but in searching for the perfect gift for Father’s Day, we were reminded of one of our favorite all time gifts to give: The Mix Tape. Before CD burners and playlists, mixed cassette tapes were a staple of our adolescence, cherished reminders of a mega ... http://www.red-tri.com/blog/2008/06/10/best-fathers-day-present-the-mix-tape/ Wallingford and Phinney Ridge have emerged as family-friendly 'hoods in the heart of Seattle. The amount of outdoor activities, food, shopping makes each a perfect destination for exploration. Wallingford is full of good eats, parks, and has a bustling urban feel that makes it such a desirable neighborhood for ... http://www.red-tri.com/blog/2008/06/03/kid-friendly-wallingford-and-phinney-ridge/ This weather has left us hankering for something cold and creamy. Ice Cream. Nothing beats it on a hot day. Especially when you can enjoy it outside. Craving something a bit trendier healthier? Frozen Yogurt is where it’s at these days. It’s low (or non) fat, healthy (assuming you ... http://www.red-tri.com/blog/2008/05/20/cold-treats-the-best-ice-cream-and-frozen-yogurt/ Whether you’re looking forward to elbowing your way through an all-you-can eat buffet (hey, it’s your day after all), or long to explore healthier options, make the most of May 11 by reading up on the following Mom's Day outings. We divided our picks (many of which came from RT ... http://www.red-tri.com/blog/2008/05/06/love-ya-ma-the-best-of-mothers-day/