I know a lot of people may believe that since dogs don't really conceptualize birthdays in the same way humans do that they don't need birthday parties. On one hand, I'm not going to fault anyone for ...

Ava Joyce will never forget opening presents for her 11th birthday. The young Buffalo Bills fan from Irondequoit – whose father, Chris, is a season-ticket holder – had never been to a Bills game.

Wow, You guys have opinions! Last week I wrote a column about what I think is the importance of opening gifts in front of guests at kids’ birthday parties. Many, many people disagreed with me. Here ...

What is your take on gifts at kids’ birthday parties? I’ve noticed a trend toward opening the gifts after the party once all of the guests have gone home. It feels like a gift grab instead of an ...