A large calendar is a key tool to keep any and every family organized. Post one in a central location (like this charming kitchen office nook), so it’s easy for everyone to see at-a-glance who needs to be where and when. Consider assigning each family member their own color to label events & reminders.
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A basic Dry Erase Calendar
Here’s a few more fun options:
Paint a calendar with chalkboard paint right on the wall!
A kitchen or office would be a great location.
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I would use Chalk Ink Markers to assign each family member their own color… 
Another fun DIY option –
Create a calendar out of a large cork board:
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Or, personalize that simple white board option with something like this framed message center:
If your family is more technically driven, here’s a few online options to consider:
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| FREE Online Shared Calendar by COZI.com |
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| FAMUNDO.com |
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| GOOGLE CALENDAR |
Do you currently use a family calendar?
Which one of these is your personal favorite?
I use a plain old monthly calendar on the fridge for the family to see and I carry my iPod touch and use it's calendar feature. I really need a larger home calendar, though. Thinking of getting a larger framed dry erase board calendar to hang in the kitchen.