Fun family event this Saturday & Sunday. For more information visit: http://www.mmoca.org/events/artfair/index.php

Posted: July 10th, 2009 under Things To Do.
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You can save money on your travels to National Parks and Monuments this summer.  July 18-19 and August 15-16 are the next free weekends.

The closest National Monument is the Effigy Mounds Monument in Harper’s Ferry, IA.  Find other National Parks and Monuments at http://www.nps.gov

Posted: June 24th, 2009 under Things To Do.
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 Many of these ideas came from http://www.staycationidea.com/

Staycation Ideas

• Staycations offer affordability. According to the American Auto Association, an average 2-person vacation will average $244 per day. When you add a couple of kids, the price goes even higher. By staying home and enjoying nearby attractions and activities you can literally save $1000s!
• Staycations offer convenience. Vacations are full of headaches such as packing, airport delays, remembering what you can or can’t carry on to a plane, high gas prices at the pump, and keeping track of all the paperwork like tickets, passports, money vouchers and itineraries. With a Staycation, you avoid all of this, plus, you never have to worry about forgetting your toothbrush!
• Staycations offer true family bonding. With no exotic destinations or must-see attractions to compete with, you can put the Family back in Family Vacation. Staycations will help you create those great moments family memories are made of.
  

*Visit a pick-your-own farm – http://www.wiberries.org/

*Explore a pond

*Go to the Zoo

*Fly a kite – make it and fly it.

*Family Game Night

*State Parks – The Wisconsin State Park System provides places for outdoor recreation and for learning about nature and conservation. The 99 state parks, forests, trails, and recreation areas. http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/LAND/parks/

*There are 3 free weekends at National Parks
June 20-21, July 18-19 and August 15-16
The closest one to us is Effigy Mounds National Monument. 
Find others at http://www.nps.gov

Posted: June 19th, 2009 under Home and Family, Things To Do.
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Find some great ideas to keep the kids busy while traveling here: http://www.momsminivan.com/

Safe travels!

Posted: June 18th, 2009 under Things To Do.
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The Wisconsin Berry Growers Association website has some hints on picking the best strawberries and how to keep them fresh.  Also a listing of some area berry patches.  Here’s the site: http://www.wiberries.org/

ENJOY!!!

Posted: June 17th, 2009 under Things To Do.
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A local business has some things that can help kids stay entertained during travel. Plus these can keep the kids focused on Jesus. Here’s the site:  http://www.travelingword.com

Posted: June 16th, 2009 under Home and Family, Things To Do.
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Bruce and Ann talked about the many activities to enjoy through Madison School & Community Recreation.  Find something for your family… http://www.mscr.org/

Posted: June 11th, 2009 under Things To Do.
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This morning we talked about something cool going on at the Monona Terrace & Convention Center for kids – and it’s FREE…

LAKESIDE KIDS! – Wednesdays, 10-11AM
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Come to Monona Terrace on Wednesday mornings and enjoy this fun children’s program. Local performers and organizations will provide entertainment, hands-on fun, and learning for children ages 4 to 8. Programs will be held on the rooftop unless otherwise indicated. In the event of inclement weather, program will be moved inside. Please call 608-261-4000 after 8:30 a.m. the day of event for program location. If transporting kids by bus, please call 608-261-4062 at least 48 hours prior to event.

Details: http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html#lakesidekids

Posted: June 10th, 2009 under Home and Family, Things To Do.
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