From coast to coast, we know and love our home-state foods for so many reasons. There’s comfort in those familiar tastes and smells. But, apart from being tasty, they also define the culture in which ...

Year released: 1984 Director: Jeff Kanew Box office: $60.4 million A group of “nerds” — super-smart, socially awkward college students — are perpetually picked on by the jocks from the Alpha Beta ...

Nothing shouts childhood like waking up at 5 a.m. on Christmas morning and running down the stairs to see what Santa brought you. The Easter Bunny is nearly as exciting, with the Tooth Fairy coming in ...

From A to Z, there's a name for everyone.Choosing a baby name is one of the first big parenting choices moms and dads make. If you’re feeling stumped, never fear. Here’s a list of some of the ...

Remember when you were young and carefree and had epic date nights that included a significant amount of preparation, multiple activities and various locations? Well, let’s just say, those days are ...

Age: 18 months to 4 years Year released: 2013 Made of: Wood, Non-toxic paint Best for: Sorting, fine motor skills, thinking, teamwork What makes it a quality Montessori toy: The Melissa & Doug Rainbow ...

Names like Colleen and Shannon might come to mind when you think of Irish baby names. But these names are actually rarely found in Ireland. Instead, they became popular in other countries, either as ...

Remember the Beanie Baby craze of the 1990s? The Squishmallow craze is like that but bigger, better and so much softer. Made by Kelly Toys, Squishmallows are super soft, squishy stuffies that range in ...

When it comes to movies, there’s no substitution for the big-screen theater experience. These days, multiplexes with fancy technology and plush seats dominate the urban and suburban landscape, taking ...

Making a human is a big deal. Naming one is, too. Strangely, it’s harder to renew your license at the DMV or adopt a puppy than it is to do either of those momentous activities. People don’t need to ...

The 1980s brought us some undeniably awesome things. Like Guns N’ Roses, “Back to the Future” and Princess Diana. We are thankful for that. But not everything in the ’80s was awesome. The decade also ...

Every four-legged friend is perfectly suited to an owner — unless, of course, that owner is allergic to dogs. Fortunately, there are plenty of breeds suitable for families looking for a pet that kids ...