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Laura Lamere

Weston Mom Writing About Raising Creative Kids
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Blog Posts

Memoirs of an A Capella Sleepover

A Cappella is heavenly, but a house full of singers is divine! Read this Weston Mom's article about hosting 16 young men under one roof! (Her septic system survived.)

YOLO! And Other Things Teenager Say...

Let's face it, teenagers have a great "Carpe Diem" attitude, but they're our toughest critics! Read one local parent's list of "Things Teenagers Say."

Music

Teens Can Get 'Plugged In' and Rock With a Soul

Help your teenager form a band and change the world! Check out Plugged In Teen Band Program in Needham.

Family

Mom-Tested Ways To Cure A Tired Singing Voice

Follow these mom-tested ways to cure your singer's tired voice: S-H-E Hydrates!

Support Your Child's Performance

Does your child want you to attend a big performance? Of course! Laura Lamere shares advice on supporting your child - hugs and video cameras are not optional.

Family

Time to Think About College

Now available: Guide to Performing & Visual Arts Colleges. Get it here!

Family

Advice For Music Parents

Weston mom Julie Harrison-Mullany talks about supporting her musical kids. Catch her son's band No Promises at YouthJAM! on Saturday night, 2/11 at the First Parish Church in Weston.

Education

Does Your Child Like to Write?

How do you encourage your young writer? Weston mom Laura Lamere highlights writing contests and summer programs for young writers.

Arts & Entertainment

Moms Make It Happen: Scituate Band Heads to SchoolJam Finals

Read about rocker moms Wendy Goldstein and Laura Curtin, whose sons will compete in the finals of the national SchoolJam on Saturday, and in Weston in February.