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A Lion in Winter: Getaway to the Indianapolis Zoo

27. January 2010

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Our family mini-vacation to Indianapolis this summer was a huge hit with the kids, Ever since, we’ve been planning our return visit—sort of a booster trip to help us get through the winter. Here are the advantages and disadvantages of going to the Indianapolis Zoo in the wintertime, with a bonus “toss-up” category.

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Weekend Planner: Central Illinois Road Trip Edition

22. January 2010

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For some reason, Central Illinois is a hub of special children's entertainment events this weekend. Unfortunately, none of them are happening in Chambana. But I can almost guarantee that they're worth the short drive to Bloomington-Normal, Decatur or Springfield.

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Discovering the Children’s Discovery Museum

15. December 2009

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The Children's Discovery Museum in Normal is the kind of place where kids can experience things that they don't necessarily get to do at home.

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Hidden Gem: The Gingerbread House in Bloomington

10. December 2009

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The Gingerbread House in Bloomington is its own destination, especially for grandparents, parents and anyone else who loves to buy well-made, educational, off-the-beaten path toys for children.

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