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

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The Twin Cities A-Z

November 04, 2008

A rboretum - As in the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Home of the Honeycrisp , Zestar , and many other plants and trees that tolerate our fun weather. B ell Museum - Part of the University of Minnesota System, it is the natural history museum in the state. They offer great creative programs for all ages of kids. C entral Library - If you haven't been there yet, you should. Story  Read more...

The last warm days of fall.

October 30, 2008

These last warm days may be the very last that we have before it gets cold, very cold. Colder than that little snap we had at the beginning of the week. Since the weather is getting colder, here are a few things you can enjoy before it gets too cold to enjoy them. The Zoo - Either Como or the Minnesota Zoo are great this time of year. The Minnesota Zoo is especially nice with all of the  Read more...

For Any Age

September 29, 2008

We all know that it can be hard sometimes to find things to do with kids of different ages. That includes the kids posing as respectable adults. Here are a few things that I think work for all ages. Special thanks to my friends that helped with this list. The Science Museum of Minnesota - From the musical stairs to the wave generator, even little babies can find things to enjoy here. That  Read more...

My Little Social Animal

September 03, 2008

M's adventures into the world of toddlers has meant that she has become a far more social animal. While the babies are cute, when you're ending up as the most advanced thing in the room, there isn't much of a lead. Since she's entered the world of toddlers, things have been changing at a rapid pace. The most fun one (excluding her love of saying purple over and over again) is how social she  Read more...

Getting to Know The TC: 5 Fun Things That Are Uniquely Ours

June 24, 2008

While some people may argue that the best way to get to know this area is to endure a frigid winter and a summer filled with mosquito bites, there are better ways.  Here are five fun things that are all our own. Spoon Bridge With Cherry - While not specifically tied to Minnesota by content, it is still something that only we have.  It has whimsy, humor, and a fountain.  No matter what your  Read more...

Budding Art Critic

June 02, 2008

Everyone is a critic. Even little ones know what they like, and aren't afraid to express it. From my experience, young art lovers as falling into two camps. You have the classic, if it's a butterfly it better look like a butterfly crowd, and the but it's a fairy, and she's sad crowd. Fortunately here, we have something for everyone. Walker Art Center This year is the Sculpture  Read more...

Littlest Piccaso

May 26, 2008

I was an art major, so I have been looking forward to kids art projects forever. When I was a nanny, it was one of my favorite things. I only wish I had access to some of these things. Art classes for the pre-school set aren't nearly as prolific as for school age, but there are some darn good options. If you can't find anything you like in your area, get a group together, put on some play  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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