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Camp means community service for many young people

Camp means community service for many young people

At 14, Tyler Cohen had never been out of the country or traveled without his Long Island family when he found himself in Costa Rica on a month…

May 17, 2013 12:00 am

Hiking with babies and tots: Trail options grow

Hiking with babies and tots: Trail options grow

Debbie Frazier wants her two children to grow up appreciating the outdoors. So she introduced them to hiking before they could walk.

May 12, 2013 7:11 am Photos

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Tips for a family day trip

Tips for a family day trip

If an expensive getaway isn't in the budget, however, day trips can be just as fun and give families the opportunity to explore more.

May 04, 2013 3:00 am Photos

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Stealing the Show: Stage veterans paired with 11-year-old for Drury Lane's 'Oliver!'

Stealing the Show: Stage veterans paired with 11-year-old for Drury Lane's 'Oliver!'

Actress Heidi Kettenring is enjoying being part of the stage family for favorite family-friendly audience productions.

May 04, 2013 12:00 am

America's pastime for the whole family

America's pastime for the whole family

Spring is here, and that means it's time to play ball.

May 04, 2013 12:00 am

Second Saturday program inspires kids

Second Saturday program inspires kids

The Challenger center regularly hosts field trips for elementary school students, and students leave those programs excited and wanting to do more.

May 04, 2013 12:00 am Photos

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Spend the day in Lake County

Spend the day in Lake County

As we move into warmer weather, there are plenty of inviting activities and destinations calling our names. Right here in Northwest Indiana, y…

May 02, 2013 3:00 am

Black Pine animal sanctuary provides permanent home to rescued exotics

Black Pine animal sanctuary provides permanent home to rescued exotics

Nestled just two hours east of Lake County, Black Pine Animal Sanctuary in Albion, Indiana, offers a permanent home to nearly 100 exotic animals.

May 02, 2013 2:45 am Photos

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Undiscovered Lafayette: Family friendly destinations in Boilermaker country

Undiscovered Lafayette: Family friendly destinations in Boilermaker country

Even if you don’t know what a Boilermaker is, there is plenty to enjoy in the hometown of Purdue University.

May 02, 2013 2:30 am Photos

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Shipshewanna offers backcountry charm

Shipshewanna offers backcountry charm

If you are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle and show your family a different way of life, a back-to basics day trip to Shipshewa…

May 02, 2013 1:30 am Photos

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Rain barrels put free water to good use

Rain barrels put free water to good use

If you want to save money on your water bill and provide your plants with cleaner water, getting a rain barrel might be the perfect addition f…

April 23, 2013 1:00 am Photos

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Father-son team develops board game

Father-son team develops board game

Valparaiso High School student Austin Shingler and three of his friends spent many hours of their spring break playing Time Soldiers, a newly …

April 14, 2013 8:33 pm Photos

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Fairy gardens let kids showcase creativity

Fairy gardens let kids showcase creativity

Fairy dust mixed with dirt and imagination can create a special haven where kids can cultivate their green thumbs.

April 04, 2013 9:29 am Photos

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Tall tails: Brookfield Zoo offers family excitement from dining to dinosaurs

Tall tails: Brookfield Zoo offers family excitement from dining to dinosaurs

It's easy to understand why the Chicago Zoological Society's Brookfield Zoo has been ranked second in the Top 10 list of the country's best zo…

April 04, 2013 12:00 am Photos

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Kid Picks with Philip Potempa

Kid Picks with Philip Potempa

From books and games to educational toys and DVDs, there's never a dull moment for active and eager young minds.

April 04, 2013 12:00 am Photos

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Parks Department Encourages Outdoor Play

Parks Department Encourages Outdoor Play

Characters from various parts of United States history will be appearing at Lake Etta this year, sharing the stories of their time as well as …

April 03, 2013 3:00 am Photos

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History comes to life through the Lake County Parks Department

History comes to life through the Lake County Parks Department

Characters from various parts of United States history will be appearing at Lake Etta this year, sharing the stories of their time as well as …

April 03, 2013 3:00 am Photos

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Technology makes family travel easier

Technology makes family travel easier

Here are some tips that will help keep your family happy - and help you keep your sanity - while planning and enjoying your next vacation.

April 03, 2013 1:30 am Photos

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Easter Bunny helpers cover the region

Easter Bunny helpers cover the region

Ever wonder how the Easter Bunny can cover so much ground in the month leading up to his big day with appearances at shopping malls, departmen…

March 24, 2013 12:00 am

Crown Point St. Patrick’s Day Parade offers family fun

Crown Point St. Patrick’s Day Parade offers family fun

Thousands of people are expected to gather at the square on Sunday for the fifth annual nighttime St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

March 17, 2013 2:00 am Photos

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Truth be Told: Chicago Heights Drama Group presenting 'Pinocchio' this month

Truth be Told: Chicago Heights Drama Group presenting 'Pinocchio' this month

Charlie Misovye, director of The Drama Group Children's Theatre production this month in Chicago Heights presenation of "The Adventures of Pin…

March 12, 2013 12:00 am

Classic toys stay popular; many are collectible

Classic toys stay popular; many are collectible

In a megabyte-driven world, you'd think kids would be playing solely with mega-tech toys.

March 12, 2013 12:00 am

Theater workshop offered for budding thespians

Theater workshop offered for budding thespians

Young actors and actresses have a chance to hone their craft during a weekly Saturday morning workshop at the Hammond Branch YMCA.

March 12, 2013 12:00 am

Kid Picks with Philip Potempa

Kid Picks with Philip Potempa

From books and games to educational toys and DVDs, there's never a dull moment for active and eager young minds.

March 12, 2013 12:00 am Photos

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Maple Syrup Time attracts hundreds

Maple Syrup Time attracts hundreds

Visitors to Deep River County Park this month will get a chance to step back into time and see how maple syrup was made during the early 1900s.

March 07, 2013 12:00 am Photos

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New South Shore Arts classes offer learning and fun

New South Shore Arts classes offer learning and fun

Sometimes all it takes to brighten a gray day is a colorful palette of paints.

March 01, 2013 12:00 am Photos

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Civil War Trail brings local history to life

Civil War Trail brings local history to life

Although Northwest Indiana is hundreds of miles from any major battlefield of the Civil War, the area is rich with history from the era.

February 19, 2013 12:00 am

Kid Picks with Philip Potempa for Feb. 7, 2013

Kid Picks with Philip Potempa for Feb. 7, 2013

From books and games to educational toys and DVDs, there's never a dull moment for active and eager young minds.

February 11, 2013 12:00 am Photos

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The Classic Approach: Time-true favorite books of children vary by generation

The Classic Approach: Time-true favorite books of children vary by generation

While sorting and reviewing the existing book collection, Kristal Rada, head of Youth Services Department at Portage Library, decided it was t…

February 11, 2013 12:00 am Photos

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No age limit in searching one's history

No age limit in searching one's history

Family histories can be full of surprises, with mysteries and secrets that lay dormant for decades unlocked nowadays by the click of a mouse.

February 11, 2013 12:00 am

Kids’ film festival makes region debut at Lubeznik Center

Carolyn Saxton, executive director of Michigan City’s Lubeznik Center for the Arts, sees their participation in the Coastline Children’s Film …

February 08, 2013 2:30 pm

Planning the vacation of a lifetime for the whole family

Planning the vacation of a lifetime for the whole family

Is your family laid back, or adventurous? Do you enjoy exploring on land or experiences at sea?

February 08, 2013 12:00 am

For the kid who thinks Valentines are gross: slime

For the kid who thinks Valentines are gross: slime

Inspiration came from a "make your own slime" science kit my son received for Christmas. The kit involved some complicated steps and chemicals…

February 07, 2013 12:00 am

February Events

FEB. 8 | Daddy-Daughter Valentine Dance, 6-9 p.m., Andorra Restaurant and Banquet Hall, 1112 Route 41, Schererville. activenwi.com.

February 06, 2013 12:00 am

Getting a peek at the presidency

Getting a peek at the presidency

Several presidents have ties to the Midwest and for those who are eager to learn more, there are exhibits that outline their lives and careers.

February 05, 2013 12:00 am Photos

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Hit the slopes: Nearby ski resorts offer programs for all ages

Hit the slopes: Nearby ski resorts offer programs for all ages

Within a two-hour drive of Northwest Indiana are several ski parks that offer programs and slopes for all ages, and help you maintain your fit…

January 07, 2013 12:00 am Photos

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New winter sports to experience on snowy terrain

New winter sports to experience on snowy terrain

Until this winter, I'd never heard of bumper cars on a skating rink. And it wasn't until recently that I had my first chance to carve turns do…

January 07, 2013 12:00 am Photos

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Cooking class teaches kids kitchen basics

Cooking class teaches kids kitchen basics

You probably won't hear the word "gross" from kids who attend the Southlake YMCA's no-bake cooking class.

January 01, 2013 12:00 am Photos

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Kid Picks with Philip Potempa for Jan. 3, 2013

Kid Picks with Philip Potempa for Jan. 3, 2013

From books and games to educational toys and DVDs, there's never a dull moment for active and eager young minds.

December 30, 2012 12:00 am Photos

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Fitness video games offer grown-up workouts, family fun

Fitness video games offer grown-up workouts, family fun

With many new game system consoles and video games making their way into homes in the region over the holidays, you may have the makings of a …

December 30, 2012 12:00 am Photos

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Parents struggle to find gender-neutral toys

Parents struggle to find gender-neutral toys

Parents who hope to expose their children to different kinds of play, like science sets for girls and dolls for boys, for example, can find th…

December 27, 2012 12:00 am Photos

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Math is anything but boring at NYC's newest museum

Math is anything but boring at NYC's newest museum

This is how math is presented at New York City's brand-new Museum of Mathematics, the only museum of its kind in the United States and a place…

December 27, 2012 12:00 am Photos

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