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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...

Getting ready for the 4th.

by Casey

June 30, 2008

How great is it that the Fourth of July is on a Friday this year? We have an entire week to get our little ones stoked about how truly great is is to be an American. From ice cream at an American President's home to the glory that is fireworks set to Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture, there are plenty of local opportunities this week to involve our children in celebrating America's birthday. The  Read more...

PBS Kids in the Park.

by Casey

June 12, 2008

Mark your calendars for next Saturday, June 21st. 10 am - 4 pm. PBS Kids, the leader in public children's television is hosting a free party downtown at the American Legion Mall and Veterans Memorial Plaza. While all the details can be found here , the fun stuff is here. Does your child have a favorite PBS character? Have you been able to visit the Children's Museum while the special Curious  Read more...

Indiana Festival at Conner Prairie

by Casey

June 05, 2008

As the weekend approaches it's time to start thinking about what you're going to do. None of this Whadda you wanna do? I don't know whadda you wanna do or I'M SO BORED. This weekend is the Indiana Festival at Conner Prairie . Quite possibly the easiest way to expose your child to more than 30 live performances over the two day festival (we're looking forward to the Russian Ballet Academy's  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...

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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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