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Anderson orchard

September 04, 2008

Today my daughter and I found something even better than a farmers market.  A fried had recommended Anderson Orchard for the raspberries about a week ago. I called today and found out that pickings were pretty good so we headed down south to pick us some raspberries. Not only did we find raspberries, we were able to pick our own apples and purchase Indiana watermelon, cantaloupe, peaches, sweet  Read more...

State fair part 2

August 13, 2008

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  Read more...

'tis the state fair season

August 07, 2008

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...

99 things to do with your child in Indianapolis before they grow up.

May 29, 2008

Go to the Indy 500. See the city from the top of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument (stair climbing optional). Lie in the shade with a heap of ribs to share at Rib Fest. Cheer the runners from the sidelines at the Indianapolis Mini-Marathon. Brush up on your French for the French Market Festival. Take a bike ride down the Monon Trail. Sit in the splash zone at the dolphin show at the  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in indianapolis

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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