CONNECTING WITH YOUR KIDS MEANS FINDING A HOBBY YOU ALL ENJOY

Connecting with your kids is important, and it’s more important than ever in the age of social media that we maintain that strong relationship. It might feel difficult sometimes, but be assured that if you put in the effort, you are going to be able to see success. Here are some of the hobbies that you can try to create bonding opportunities with your kids:

Look Into Sports

If you and your children enjoy being athletic then you should look into doing some sports as a family. There are many things you can do from martial arts to adventure sports. Finding something you all enjoy doing will be the hardest part of engaging in a sport together. One of you might want to do swimming while another wants to play basketball. An easy way to resolve this is to do both or all of the sports that has been recommended. If there is a clash in days then you could alternate different weeks to keep everyone happy. Family sports keeps everyone engaged and is a great bonding experience for you all. 

Get Creative 

If you are wanting to find a hobby that involves getting dirty while having a fun time then how about putting your creative hat on. Children love creating things with stickers, glue, paint and glitter. Parents aren’t usually too keen but there are always other alternatives when it comes to creative hobbies. You could even join a pottery class so you can all attend and make something to be proud of. Whatever you make can be displayed in your home for all to see. This will create lasting memories for all of you and you can look back on it over time. But creativity doesn’t always mean getting dirty, and you can still create something too. Think of music, for instance, it’s honestly the perfect example of this. All they need is a musical instrument they love (and you too), a reliable sheet music site for good tunes, and just some time to learn to play music together!

On The Geekier Side 

The final idea is that you can try looking into the geekier side of things. As a geek daddy, I think it’s important to consider some of the geekier side of things, and that includes things like collecting funko pops. You can also sell funko pops if you have ones that you no longer like or want in the home. Then there are things like comic books, movies based on comic books, action figures, books and so much more. The point is that these are the kinds of things that a lot of kids enjoy, so this might be something worth taking a look into. 

It’s important that you are doing everything in your power to keep your connection with your kids as strong as it possibly can be. Participating in a hobby together is a great way to spend quality time with kids. Good luck in finding that special activity that is the best fit for your family.  Now have at least a few ideas to get started.

COMET AND CHARGE DIGITAL ANTENNA TV CHANNELS PRIZE PACK GIVEAWAY

When was the last time you used an antenna to watch a television show?  For awhile there wasn't much being broadcast over the air waves with cable and online streaming monopolizing television programming.  But FREE TV is making a comeback with lots of new channels emerging that can be watched without having to pay anything by just plugging a digital antenna into your television.  Two of these channels that I have been watching a lot since we cut our cable service and Netflix subscription have been COMET TV and CHARGE TV.

COMET TV has a focus on airing science fiction and monster movie programming.  CHARGE TV airs television shows and movies with an action / adventure theme to them.  Both channels are broadcast across the country in select markets airing content come from MGM's extensive library of television shows and movies. For example COMET TV shows television sci-fi television series like Andromeda, Babylon5, Stargate, and the Outer Limits. CHARGE plays a variety of action style flicks  ranging from Bruce Willis' 2002 HART'S WAR to Jean-Claude Van Damme's 1993 NOWHERE TO RUN to John Wayne's 1938 HELL TOWN.

Here in Detroit you can see them on Channels 50.2 (Comet) and 50.3 (Charge). Check out the station locator on each channel's website to see if they are being broadcast where you live. You can also view each channel's live feed on their websites as well if you can't tune in on your television.

There is some great stuff to see on COMET & CHARGE TV in September! Plus you don't have to purchase a subscription to view it. These channels are always FREE to watch whether via digital antenna or online via a mobile device.

COMET TV is adding the classic sci-fi series SPACE: 1999 to its program rotation plus will be hosting a Godzilla movie marathon on Saturdays throughout September.  CHARGE TV will be showing ROCKY movie double features every Thursday during the month.  Relive all the action, guts and glory of the Rocky movie saga.

To make things even better,  A Geek Daddy has a prize pack to giveaway that full of great swag to enjoy while binge watching the classic movies and television shows on COMET & CHARGE TV. For a chance to win complete the entries in the rafflecopter form below or participate in A Geek Daddy's Twitter Retweet Promo. Must be a United States resident over 18 years old to participate. One winner will be randomly selected from all eligible entries. Good luck!

 a Rafflecopter giveaway
This September COMET & CHARGE TV Prize Pack includes:

1 - Limited Edition Space: 1999 COMET TV T-shirt: This exclusive shirt celebrates the retro goodness of this classic series!

1 - Rocky Exclusive Charge! Clamshell Box: While there may not be a VHS tape inside, this pack has some of the classic Rocky artwork on its cover. Yo Adrian!

1- Rocky Viewing Kit: When you’re working up a sweat in the gym and feeling the Eye of the Tiger, this kit will help you get into the Rocky mood. There is a Charge jump-rope, a gym towel and a die-cut Rocky sticker!

 1- Godzilla Funko Pop Figure: Who doesn’t love Funko Pops?!? This Godzilla will be the fire breathing center of your collection and a perfect way to celebrate the Godzilla double features on COMET TV!

Disclaimer & Rules: A Geek Daddy has not been financially compensated for this endorsement or hosting the giveaway but was provided the same items being provided as a prize for personal use. The prize is provided by COMET + CHARGE TV and A Geek Daddy is hosting the promotion as a benefit to our readers. Must be a US resident over the age of 18 to participate. One entry per mailing address and winner will be randomly selected from all eligible entries. If you have already won this prize through another blog participating in this promotion, your entry will be disqualified. By participating in this promotion you waive any liability of any kind against the publisher of this blog. Winner is subject to eligibility verification. No P.O. Boxes allowed for delivery of the prize. COMET + CHARGE TV will be responsible for shipping the prize to the selected winner. A Geek Daddy is not responsible for delivery of the prize