Pittsburgh is having a moment right now as a thriving city on the rise. A city once known for its industry and blue-collar culture, the city has undergone a cultural renaissance, with a huge range of new businesses opening while at the same time maintaining the city's blue-collar spirit. If you're looking for the most [...]
If you're a fan of Broadway musicals, concerts, or any other live performance, you don't need to go to a nearby big city like Philadelphia or New York to take in a show. Wilmington's The Grand is a non-profit arts organization with three venues in Wilmington, where you can take in some of the most [...]
The Lehigh Valley is an area with a rich cultural and historical heritage, and this heritage is celebrated at the Lehigh Valley Heritage Museum. The 30,000 square-foot museum also serves as the headquarters for the Lehigh County Historical Society. The museum is a state-of-the-art climate-controlled facility that boasts one of Pennsylvania's most impressive historical research [...]
If you or your kids are fans of military history and live near Norfolk, we highly recommend taking a trip to the Battleship Wisconsin. This historic ship is berthed at the Nauticus science center and museum, and a walk through the ship makes for an incredibly fun educational experience. You can learn all about the [...]
Spanning more than 6,900 acres and stretching over five different towns, the Salmon River State Forest is one of Connecticut's most pristine sections of untouched nature. Our Connecticut adoption professionals think all nature lovers in the area should see this majestic forest at least once. There are plenty of fun outdoor activities to enjoy here, [...]
Also known as "Philly From The Top", One Liberty Observation Deck offers the premier view of Philadelphia, with 360-degree views of the entire city and suburbs, as well as southern New Jersey. Looking out over the entire city of nearly 2 million people really is a sight to behold, especially when the sun is setting. [...]
For over 50 years, Prantl's Bakery has been a Pittsburgh institution. This family-owned business was founded in 1967 by Henry and Joyce Prantl, who retired 40 years later in 2007. The flagship location of the bakery has actually had a bakery in continuous operation for over 100 years. It's a German-style bakery with a huge [...]
It is important to respect others cultural background, especially when it comes to your own child. For adoptive parents it is important to introduce your family's culture equally with embracing the child's "birth culture." Here's just a few ways to celebrate and honor your child's birth culture at home. Books/Movies/TV Shows: It is not enough [...]
If you're a fan of model trains and you live within driving distance of Allentown, we highly recommend making a trip to the Merchants Square Model Train Exhibit. This magnificent display is truly heaven-on-earth for model train enthusiasts, with its main display stretching 78 feet long and 36 feet wide. But this main display is [...]
Virginia is a naturally beautiful state, with gorgeous mountains, beaches, forests, lakes, and nature preserves. Our Virginia adoption agents think it's important for families to spend quality time together in the beautiful great outdoors of this state. Here are some of our favorite places to camp in Chesapeake and surrounding areas: Chesapeake Campground If you're [...]
