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Blast Off this Summer with Space Fun

By Sarah Lynn on June 23, 2019 in Childcare and Education, Entertainment and Activities, Just for Fun

This summer marks the 50th anniversary of an event that changed the world - the moon landing! On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin took those historic steps out of the Apollo 11 lunar module and ventured somewhere no human had been before. It's a bit mind-boggling to think about, especially when you [...]

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There’s More Than Soybeans in Indiana

By Mary U on April 28, 2019 in Entertainment and Activities, Events, family vacataion

Indiana is awesome. I don’t just say that because I have deep Indiana roots and adore a good tenderloin sandwich. Our family loves to explore and learn about the people and places of our home state and summer is the perfect time to do it. Indiana is home to ancient seafloors and modern beaches. It [...]

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Summer Fun: Watermelon Piñata Smash

By Kaeko L. on August 24, 2017 in Entertainment and Activities, Just for Fun

Watermelon busting (“watermelon piñata smash”) is a fun activity that is very popular in Japan. In Japan watermelons are luxury fruits, so this game is very special. Even when watermelons are on sale they often cost $10. At a luxury department store I saw a watermelon on sale for $80!

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Three Weeks Left: Earn Back-to-School Bucks

By Kristin A. on July 19, 2017 in Childcare and Education, Entertainment and Activities, Home and Finances, Parenthood

No, mommas, YOU aren't earning the back-to-school bucks. Your kiddos are! You've already earned a million bonus points for getting this far into the summer with grace. There are three weeks left until school starts. Around here there are two kinds of rumblings. One kind is a hint of boredom. Tired of the pool, camps [...]

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What I Love About Baby Swim Lessons

By Allison M. on July 12, 2017 in Entertainment and Activities, Health and Fitness, Just for Fun, Parenthood

I almost didn’t enroll my daughter in swim lessons this year. She’s not even one year old and I wasn’t sure it would be worth my time or money. I’d heard various things about the different options offered around town and was still on the fence. On the very last day of registration, my husband [...]

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