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Carrie McLaren

As a native of northeast Florida and mom of two toddlers, I document my everyday life at CarrieWithChildren.com. When I’m not planning play dates, I can be found cheering on my hometown NFL Jacksonville Jaguars and exploring the state with my children. Travel along with my family as we show you the hidden gems and bright lights of the Sunshine State.



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Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey present 'Built to Amaze!' in Jacksonville.

Send in the Clowns, and Take Yourself to the Circus in Jacksonville

by Carrie McLaren
January 02, 2013
  Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey present “Built to Amaze!” in Jacksonville Jan. 17-20, 2013 at the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena. Children of all ages will love the thrills and excitement... Read blog »
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Celebrate the New Year in St. Pete Beach at The TradeWinds Island Grand’s “Rockin’ in the Midnight Hour”

Rock in the New Year on St. Pete Beach

by Carrie McLaren
December 26, 2012
  Celebrate the New Year in St. Pete Beach at The TradeWinds Island Grand’s “Rockin’ in the Midnight Hour” New Year’s Eve Party.  Dance the night away with the Greg Billings Band... Read blog »
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The Family Beach Ball Drop will feature more than 10,000 inflatable beach balls released onto the boardwalk.

Take the Kids to the Beach Ball Drop in Panama City Beach

by Carrie McLaren
December 26, 2012
There’s no need for kids to miss out on the festivities welcoming 2013. Celebrate the New Year in Panama City Beach at the Fifth Annual Beach Ball Drop hosted by... Read blog »

A Cool Opportunity at the Village of Baytown Wharf in Sandestin

by Carrie McLaren
December 15, 2012
  Ice skating in Florida? Lace up your skates and take a spin at the ice rink at The Village of Baytowne Wharf in Sandestin.  Open through Jan. 31, this seasonal... Read blog »
Related Tags: Sandestin

The Christmas tree in the Grand Hall at Whitehall, part of the Flagler Museum on Palm Beach

Flagler Museum in Palm Beach Celebrates Origins of Holiday Traditions

by Carrie McLaren
December 14, 2012
Take a step back in time this holiday season for an evening tour of the Flagler Museum.  Whitehall, built in 1902 as railroad magnate Henry Flagler’s estate and now a National... Read blog »
Related Tags: Museums, Palm Beach

St. Augustine's Nights of LIghts runs until Jan. 31.

St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights Brighten the Season

by Carrie McLaren
December 13, 2012
  Don’t miss Florida’s most historic city glowing in lights this winter. The 18th annual Nights of Lights celebration takes place nightly through Jan. 31 with buildings decorated to the rooftops... Read blog »
Related Tags: Jacksonville, Holidays

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