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Icy Towers

January 25, 2009

Originally found HERE , I loved these ice towers. Since we are experiencing frigid weather, we decided to make our very own ice towers. Gather up some plastic containers ... the more varied, the better. Know that no plastic containers were harmed during the "project" so feel free to use up all of them from your cupboard! Add different amounts of water to each container and let your  Read more...

We have snow ... and LOTS of it!

January 16, 2009

We have LOADS of snow ... how about you? While I am usually sick of the white stuff by now, this most recent snow was beautiful. Big flakes and it's ALMOST the perfect snowman building snow! Need a list of what to do outside with your kids (outside of the 2 hours it takes to get them bundled up?) GO ON AN "I SPY" MISSION: Even though everything is white, you can still be surprised to find bits  Read more...

Shaker Lakes Nature Center

November 12, 2008

Have you been to the Shaker Lakes Nature Center ? This little gem is worth checking out! Your children are never too young to start learning about nature! Babes in Nature is an excellent program that explores a variety of sensory experiences to introduce babies, age two months through two years, and their caregivers to the natural world. Babes in Nature will meet the second Tuesday of each  Read more...

How to cultivate a green (and very teeny) Cleveland thumb

October 22, 2008

We only have so much longer here in Northeast Ohio to enjoy the fall weather. The cool mornings and changing leaves will soon give way to that cold white stuff. Get one last hurrah in with your kiddos and PLAY IN THE DIRT! Find a neglected 12x12 spot in your yard. There has to be at least one corner of your property that is begging for a miniature shovel and some pint-size garden  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in cleveland

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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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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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