Being Savvy: Your guide to activities and fun things to do with your preschoolers and kids in Minneapolis, MN

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Bird Watching

Sometimes you just need to stay home

July 23, 2008

It has been a busy few weekends around our house. With running out to zoo, to visiting another wonderful toy store, to just dealing with all of the pressures of trying to fit as much into a summer that you know will be over much too soon, we're beat in our house. (my summer cold hasn't helped matters) So for today, we're talking about the fun of not going anywhere. Bath Fun - M has  Read more...

Backyard Science - Bird Watching

June 11, 2008

The cool spring this year has allowed us to keep the AC off, and the windows open longer than ever before. One of the things I noticed is just how many birds there are in my area. Up north doesn't get nearly the variety we have even here in the TC, so I found a new way to hang the feeder, and I'm on a mission to see how many birds we can find. First, the feeder, at least make an attempt  Read more...

4 ways to enjoy Theo Wirth Park

May 15, 2008

Even though it is the largest park in the Minneapolis Park System, not everyone knows about it. There are all kinds of cool things to do in the park, all year round. Here are 4 things to do, starting with those currently appropriate to the weather. Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary Just make sure that before you go you talk about not picking the flowers,  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in minneapolis

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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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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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