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Still thinking about taking in the Indiana State Fair, but worried about taking the kids? No sweat…well, it is August…there will be sweat....but no worries! There is plenty of time and I promise you will have a blast. Here are a veteran mom’s best Indiana State Fair tips. Get there early!!! Most buildings with exhibits [...]
Independence Day is right around the corner, and there are many great options for celebrating – especially if you want to see fireworks! We've gathered some of our favorite festivals and fireworks shows for you...so grab your sunscreen, dress the kids in their patriotic gear, and head out to a show near you! Featured Event B-TOWN [...]
I have no idea what moms did before Pinterest, but for those of us in the Pinning age, don't you love how it really punctuates your mom rockstar status? This time last year, I was looking for some inspiration for fun activities to do at home on New Year's Eve. In doing so, I can [...]
Coming of Age? It’s suddenly occurred to my husband and I that our sweet three-year-old has come of age. What do I mean by the term “coming of age? What I mean is it seems that once your child turns three a whole new world of opportunities open for them. They are now old enough [...]
Thanksgiving is early this year, which means some of those traditional Christmas/beginning of the season happenings in Bloomington are coming up even faster. If you're looking for a way to get into the spirit of the season, check out some of these great events! November Canopy of Lights Downtown Bloomington | November 24, 2017, 6pm-7:30pm This [...]
When I decided to stay home with my baby, I built up in my head all these things we would do. Bloomington is full of so many wonderful activities for kids (as evident by our ever-growing calendar of events). It took a meltdown in public to teach me that just because I think it seems fun, my baby may not [...]
My three-year-old son is a very active boy. He likes listening to music but cannot just sit quietly and focus on the stage. When he was two years old, we went to our first concert at IU Auditorium. Once the lights started dimming, he shouted “Mommy dark!” with immense excitement. (Dark was a word that [...]
