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Calling all animal lovers

by Casey

September 03, 2008

I had the chance to talk to the organizer of the All American Horse Classic today and for any of you with children who are in love with horses, the All American Horse Classic will be held today through Saturday at the Pepsi Coliseum at the State Fair Grounds. Shows start at 11 am and 6:30 pm and run for approximately two and half hours. The really good news? It's all free! Including a kids  Read more...

State fair part 2

by Casey

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

by Casey

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.

by Casey

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...

Lions, tigers and bears, oh my! Discovering the wilderness of the urban jungle.

by Casey

May 16, 2008

Animals have a way of attracting the attention of preschoolers and captivating their attention. And by captivating their attention I mean obsessively taking over every waking moment of their very being. Every kid seems to go through at least four of the major obsessions throughout the first five years of their life. Thankfully there are local places that will placate the obsession while it  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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