Being Savvy: Activities, things to do with your preschoolers, toddlers and kids in Indianapolis, IN

fish'n'indy

by Casey

Here in Indianapolis we are pretty landlocked. Sure there's a few rivers and even a great lake up to the North, but as far as a big beach? We're with most of the rest of the country, without one. While this is a positive in the sense that going to the beach for a lot of us landlocked folk is truly and escape, it makes it a little harder to easily enjoy the fun associated with living near the ... Read more >

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one week left for animals and all that jazz

by Casey

The Indianapolis Zoo's annual festival of animals and live jazz music concludes this coming Thursday August 21st. The music and festivities will take place after normal closing hours from 5:30-8:30pm. From 5-7pm the carousel will be available for free rides. (Have you seen the carousel? Each animal is different and some are quite exotic.) A live jazz band will be playing and you will be free to ... Read more >

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indianapolis air show

by Casey

Whew. Pardon me but I have been in Fair daze. Have you been able to make it? Today marked our fourth day at the fair and we still didn't get everything done. But as the fair winds down and school gets ready to start back up it's time for the Indianapolis Air Show at Mt. Comfort airport, about 20 minutes East of the 465 on I-70 in Greenfield, Indiana. The air show will go from Friday-Sunday ... Read more >

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state fair part 2

by Casey

Now that I have been to the state fair twice in the last three days and I am full of ribeye (holy cow worth staying in Indiana for) and elephant ear, I am back with some of the highlights my daughter and I found this year at the fair.The FAA building is full (FULL!) of hands on activities for kids. A play kitchen, a school bus, a fishing pond, a miniature golf course, an "underground" tunnel to ... Read more >

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cpr classes in indianapolis.

by Casey

Even though the swimming season is coming to an end, it's not to late to learn CPR. Not only for the benefit of your own children and peace of mind, but for anyone else who may need your help in an emergency situation. Today on Savvy Source, all cities and the main Savvy site will be featuring tips on water and summer safety. Below is a list of local places you can contact to learn both infant ... Read more >

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olympic spirit

by Casey

The 2008 Olympics began with a flourish last week and will continue until the 24th of August. With over three dozen events on nearly 24 hours a day it's a good bet that you'll be able to sit down with your family and find something that everyone can agree on.I personally always loved watching gymnastics, especially rhythmic gymnastics (with the props, ribbons, balls, hoops) and synchronized ... Read more >

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kids ink story hours for August

by Casey

With the start of a new school year, Kids Ink bookstore has started up their legendary story hour for children 2-5 yet again. Stories begin at 9:30 am and require a pre-registration (call 255-2598) because the area available in their store is limited. If you haven't been to this bookstore yet, go, please. It's an amazing way to teach your children about buying local and supporting small local ... Read more >

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'tis the state fair season

by Casey

Did you know that we have one of the largest state fairs in the nation right here in Indianapolis? Growing up we always made our annual trip to the state fair. My favorites as a kid still remain my favorites to this day. Where I grew up I even entered a few state fairs and won a few ribbons. To me the state fair seems to be a rite of passage for every family.Last year was our first year taking ... Read more >

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what makes a great pool?

by Casey

Chances are a preschooler is going to love swimming whether it's a $5 pool in the backyard or a $37 water park. So who do you watch out for? You. The parents. The ones in charge of potty breaks, snacks, towels and finances. Some great features to look for are pools that have a zero entry with the deeper end of the pool (if there is one) clearly marked or roped off. Pools that allow toys and ... Read more >

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Getting ready for the pool

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We're regular swimmers in our house. In fact after three years of swimming we have swimming down to a science. Here's a few tips that we've learned and that work for us so that we can run out at a moments notice to the pool.First we have sunscreen. OH THE SUNSCREEN! We apply sunscreen liberally and have bottles of it in every room of our house. I put it on my daughter as soon as I get her ... Read more >

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