Family Living

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(BPT) - College students need little encouragement to use social media to interact with their classmates, family and friends, but many are still leery of using the platforms when it comes to seeking employment.

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(NAPSI)—While for many people age 26 is when their dreams are just starting to come true, for some, life can take a surprising turn.

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Summertime is here, which means warm weather and longer days. For parents, it also means finding ways to keep kids entertained and busy during the out-of-school months.   

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(NewsUSA) - It doesn't matter how you celebrate Father's Day, what matters is reminding Dads that they're appreciated, even admired.

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(StatePoint) This year’s summer blockbuster season is shaping up to be a big one, full of some of the year’s most highly anticipated films.

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(StatePoint) With summer travel season upon us, families across the country are taking to the open road for family road trips. But while the destination always leads to excitement, oftentimes the long car ride can be a drag.

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(StatePoint) For families, summertime is all about active fun -- from vacations to ballgames, and fireworks to poolside picnics. But being on-the-go can mean lots of downtime in transit and waiting for activities to start.

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(NAPSI)—There’s good news for those who are tired of giving dad a new version of the same old tie for Father’s Day.

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(BPT) - As summer approaches, many parents are worried about the summer learning slide, and with good reason. Students who do not participate in enrichment and learning activities during the summer break can lose roughly 22 percent of the knowledge and skills they gained during the previous school year, according to the National Summer Learning Association.

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(NewsUSA) - With over 80 million moms to shop for, Mother's Day is second only to Christmas when it comes to gift giving. So, besides giving a bouquet of flowers and box of chocolates this year, try getting mom the trending gifts and tech gadgets she'll love.

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The beautiful days of summer are here again. The sun is out, the air is fresh, the grass is green and the opportunities are endless for fun-in-the-sun birthday parties. The three summer months – June to August – rank in the top five for most American births, according to the 2010 U.S. Census. So chances are good you’ll be hosting or attending a summer birthday this year. You can go to the waterpark or visit the batting cages any day, but your child’s birthday is special.

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(NAPSI)—In partnership with the federal government, depository libraries take their mission of protecting the public’s right to know quite seriously. That’s why for a century, they have been providing no-fee access to government information with professional assistance.

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(NewsUSA) - The situation at Rutgers is what happens when priorities are out of line.

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(BPT) - Enhanced earning potential and more career opportunities are two of the many benefits of earning an advanced degree. Now, many mothers and fathers in America have discovered another benefit of going back to school – it is a great parenting tool. Parents are considering higher education not only to help them get ahead in the workplace, but also as a way to set a positive example for their children, according to a recent survey from University of Phoenix.

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(NewsUSA) - As spring blooms, it may be a great chance to escape with the family for an extended weekend getaway. Whether you're visiting relatives for the Easter holiday or taking advantage of the kids' break from school, spring travel is a great way to celebrate the start of warm weather. But depending on schedules and budgets, spring vacations aren't always very affordable. Save your money for fun events and shopping excursions, not logistics and hotels.

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(NewsUSA) - For some travelers, planning a trip is almost as fun as experiencing it. For others, planning a trip leads to worry about logistics, itineraries, finances or just not knowing what to expect.

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(BPT) - Resolving to reduce clutter and get better organized seems to be a lingering item on many people’s “to-do” lists, yet for many of us, it can be difficult to get started. While organization is an essential tool for navigating our complex modern lives, many people struggle to find their personal style of organization and a system that works within their busy lives at home, at the office or on-the-go. Just as specific organizational needs vary from person to person, so too do organizational styles.

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Having your first baby can be exhilarating and terrifying. You will be responsible for a new human life, and many new parents find themselves in a swirl of uncertainty about what kind of parents they will be.

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(NewsUSA) - Among the hottest trends in travel is family travel, but multigenerational trips -- which span three generations of a family -- are quickly gaining popularity. Last year, 32 percent of vacationing U.S. grandparents took their grandchildren along.

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(NewsUSA) - When you think about cowboys and chuck wagons, your mind naturally heads out West. Not so fast, pard! Pigeon Forge, Tenn., at the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, hosts one of the finest cowboy gatherings east of the Mississippi River. "Saddle Up" is well known among cowboy performers and now is the perfect time for everyone to learn about this entertainment-packed event.

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(NewsUSA) - A new generation of roller coasters that give you a watery rush, a salute to the children who sailed on the Titanic and a giant Ferris wheel await visitors to Pigeon Forge and the Great Smoky Mountains in 2013.

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(NewsUSA) - The LeBron James bandwagon is overflowing ever since he won a ring. Truth is, some people need to give up their seats.

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(BPT) - The roles and perceptions of women have greatly evolved over the last 50 years. From homemaker to executive, women have fought for their voice and advanced tremendously – altering virtually every aspect of American culture. In 2013, the women of the past continue to pay it forward and emerging leaders take the reins.