January Editor's Letter
Happy New Year! And, happy birthday to KC Parent! As you probably guessed by the cover, we are celebrating a big milestone over here: 30 years! For the past three decades, KC Parent Magazine has been the go-to source for parents in KC. Begun in 1985, the magazine has grown, evolved and changed through the years, and we are so excited to be celebrating our 30th birthday. In fact, we’ve decided to make it a year-long celebration. Stay tuned throughout the entire year for fun articles, contests, giveaways and more.
To kick off our celebration, we decided to take a look back at KC Parent’s beginnings. Long-time KC Parent writer Tisha Foley interviewed Barb and Bob Unell, who started it all. She then talked with present owners Susan and Michael Gimotty. I know you’ll enjoy learning about our history! Tisha also took a look back at life in 1985 and compared it with life in 2015. Wow! How things have changed!
It is only fitting that we have our Birthday Party Guide in this, our birthday issue. Check it out to find the perfect spot to host your child’s next party.
Don’t let cabin fever get the better of you during the long, cold days. Check out Karen Johnson’s article for ideas on how to keep kids busy at home (for really cheap). And if you are in the mood for something outside of the home, check out Kristina Light’s article “Wild Winter Adventures”.
Stay warm, Kansas City, and let the party begin!