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Neil Sedaka turns his calendar girl into dino pet
Where has Neil Sedaka been all these years? Wiggling his way into the hearts of a new generation, for one, through picture books accompanied b…
Travel the globe at Munster International Festival
Think of the Munster International Festival as a NATO summit of sorts for area youngsters and teens.
Dyer mother shares bond with daughter in latest 'Chicken Soup' book
Sometimes it's a case of daughter knows best. When Patricia M. Rompca, of Dyer, planned a trip overseas, she was nervous about traveling alone…
'Hunger Games' fever makes archery cool for kids
In schools and backyards, for their birthdays and out with their dads, kids are gaga for archery four weeks into the box office run of "The Hu…
May 05, 2012 12:00 pm PhotosPhotos
Camp it up: With school wrapping up, there are many options to keep children busy this summer
Summer is a great time for kids to get outside and play, and one of the most endearing things about summertime childhood is the summer camp. A…
May 03, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Our Kid: Gary student dances her way into Alvin Ailey production
Performing with a world famous dance company is one step Diamond Harris has taken toward making her dreams come true.
Kid Picks with Philip Potempa for Thursday, May 3, 2012
Our weekly round-up of new children's media.
May 03, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Join Alice for 'Tea in Wonderland'
Characters Alice and the Queen of Hearts will soon be frolicking in the region.
Elaborate prom invites get new name: Prom-posals
Never mind a text that meekly asks "will u go 2 prom w/me?"
Prom must: Color coordinating his tie with her dress
It's a prom must-have, right up there with the dress and shoes: The guy's tie must match the girl's gown. And many teens today use cell phones…
Your Family Featured Events
May 13 | Northwest Indiana Symphony Youth Orchestra Concert
20 apps that are kid-adored and parent approved
A dazzling array of apps exists for all ages. If you've got children, and you're about to hit the road for a family vacation, download these 2…
Take a walk for friendship with Best Buddies
Members of the region's Best Buddies Clubs are encouraging supporters to get involved in their latest fundraiser this week.
'Dateline NBC' series puts parental maxims to test
Correspondent Natalie Morales ended up in tears when she put herself and her 8-year-old son through the same parenting test that "Dateline NBC…
Titanic a magnet for kids, fine line for educators
Eleven-year-old John Payne has been a student of the Titanic since kindergarten.
April 08, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Animated show tells kids be healthy, don't worry
Many TV shows have dispassionate origins, recycling a well-worn format or piggybacking on a trend. But the roots of "Doc McStuffins," an anima…
Monster Matters: Fun and entertaining stories and lessons await with 'Sesame Street' stage greats
Stephen Hohendorf says he feels extra special to be able to tell his family and friends he works with "Sesame Street" legend Big Bird.
April 05, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Birthday celebrations range from bounce houses to baseball parks
Children of all ages have always loved hosting a birthday party full of their family and friends.
April 05, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Kid Picks with Philip Potempa for Thursday, April 5, 2012
Our weekly round-up of new children's media.
April 05, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
10 items for your child's craft cupboard
As the days get longer, many parents are searching for meaningful ways to keep children occupied. What better time to make sure your family's …
April 05, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Your Family's featured events for April 2012
The Great Cloth Diaper Change
Traveling with kids: Tips for spring break and beyond
Don't get caught up in the stress this year; follow these tried and true tips for ensuring easy travel with your kids.
Movie review: 'Bully' focuses on intolerable cruelty
The documentary "Bully" is essential to see, whether you're a parent or a kid, whether you've been on the giving or receiving end of such incr…
Managing the summer child care mayhem
When the kids are off from school, you may find yourself stressed-out, scrambling to organize an often complicated and shifting schedule of mu…
Make fun felted eggs for Easter
Easy to make, these vibrantly colored eggs will brighten your Easter year after year.
March 26, 2012 9:00 am PhotosPhotos
Teenage texting is up; epic phone calls are down
A new report has found that as the frequency of teenage texting continues to increase, teen use of the phone is on a significant downslide.
Check out the newest family games
Get ready for game night. Here's a special round-up of our favorite new family games.
March 12, 2012 9:00 am PhotosPhotos
Ian Fleming's magical Chitty car flies again
Most cars are just that: Four tires and an engine. And then there's Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, the flying version born of Ian Fleming's imaginat…
Puppeteer takes young viewers globetrotting
Decades of writing educational and inspiring stories and performing for families have done nothing to dull renowned puppeteer Jim West's enthu…
New VeggieTales stage show visits Valparaiso this month
Phil Vischer and Mike Nawrocki are quick to acknowledge Muppets creator Jim Henson ranks as a favorite inspiration.
It's maple syrup time in the region
If you've always wanted to know about the process of making maple syrup, there are parks, historic sites and other locations in Northwest Indi…
March 01, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Kid Picks with Philip Potempa for Thursday, March 1, 2012
Our weekly round-up of new children's media.
March 01, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Do French parents have a certain je ne sais quoi?
So you're visiting someone's home with your child and hot chocolate is served. As the hostess' kids sip the delicious concoction politely and …
February 26, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Toy trends for 2012: The year of the app
The biggest trend in toys for 2012 is the melding of online apps with physical toys, several toy experts said at the 109th annual American Int…
Getting your child to leave the virtual world
Kids these days are constantly bombarded by social media and gaming devices. Thanks to smartphones, they are exerting all of their time and en…
Fast and fun fix-up for kids' rooms
During these waning weeks of winter, it's the perfect time to add a major dose of personality to your child's bedroom — and do it on a budget.…
February 08, 2012 6:00 pm PhotosPhotos
Kid Picks with Philip Potempa for Thursday, Feb. 2, 2012
Our weekly round-up of new children's media.
February 02, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Filling the gap: South Shore Arts' everykid program continues to grow
Pay attention to the news and it seems almost inevitable these days. Whenever a local school district finally decides that it simply can no lo…
February 02, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
CSRI Winter Party and Ice Skating
The Cooperative Special Recreation Initiative is a group seeking ways to increase recreational opportunities for individuals of all ages who h…
Lace-y valentine craft
Your preschooler can say, "I'm sew glad we're friends!" with a card that doubles as a sweet lacing toy for your child's valentine.
February 02, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Eight free (or almost free) Valentine's Day ideas
If your typical Valentine's Day plans lead to overspending and disappointment, don't throw in the towel completely. Parents these days need to…
M&Ms, good gloves and patience cut slopeside tears
One of the worst things a parent can see on the ski slopes — short of an injury — is the swelling of a tear underneath the layers of facemask,…
NBC announces musical theater program for schools
NBC is funding an initiative to create musical theater programs in U.S. schools in need of arts education.
First lady Michelle Obama makes appearance on 'iCarly'
Teen star Miranda Cosgrove says she doesn't usually get nervous about taping episodes of her Nickelodeon comedy, "iCarly," but that changed wh…
Kid Picks with Philip Potempa for Thursday, Jan. 5, 2012
Our weekly round-up of new children's media.
January 05, 2012 12:00 am PhotosPhotos
Changing with the ages: Theatre at the Center offers civil rights stage story to welcome Black History Month
Educational and entertaining are the rules Charlie Misovye uses to choose the stage selections for Theatre at the Center's Theatre for Young A…
Calendar of events for January
Through Jan. 8 | "A Christmas Story" Comes Home, The Indiana Welcome Center, 7770 Corinne Drive, Hammond, (219) 989-7979, www.southshorecva.com
Crafts and projects that focus on your preschooler
Check out these homemade projects that help decorate your child's room, create memories, and give him or her a creative way to keep busy.
January 03, 2012 9:00 am PhotosPhotos
No surprise: Adele tops AP's list of best albums
Here's the AP's list of the best albums of 2011:
December 29, 2011 8:30 pm PhotosPhotos
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