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Forget the Stuff! This Holiday, Give Your Time.

Posted on Nov 10, 2017

 

The holidays can quickly become an extravaganza of stuff, sucking all the joy out of this special time and making everyone cranky. This year, why not reverse this trend? Think back to holidays when you were a kid. Do you remember the presents you got, or do you remember time with your family? Instead of giving gifts to your kids, give them experiences they’ll remember all their lives! At Monkey Joe’s St. Louis we know all about having a good time! Here’s some ideas for activities you can do together with kids this holiday season.

  • Play Santa’s Helper! Take your grandchildren, nieces and nephews, stepchildren, or family friends on a trip to shop for Mom, Dad, and siblings. Shopping centers can feel magical for kids during the holidays. Dress up in Santa hats or elf shoes while you shop. Finish off with a visit to see Santa and a special meal together, and then wrap gifts to put under the tree!
  • Go out together. Whether to a live holiday show at the ballet or the theatre, or just to the movies, what matters most is that everyone dress in their best and have a great time. Fancy hats, shiny shoes, and Christmas dresses can make even a matinee at the dollar theater into a special event!
  • Give back to the community! Kids can help put together bagged lunches for the homeless. As temperatures drop, consider including chemical handwarmers. Decorate the bags with stickers for a little holiday cheer.

And don’t forget to visit Monkey Joe’s St. Louis for active fun in the jungle! Free play is a great antidote to holiday stress. Frequent Jumper Cards make a great gift for kids AND parents!