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2/1/2012 12:00:00 AM
Camp has become a staple of the summer season. Each year, millions of children, youth and adults head to the hills, lakes, valleys and parks to participate in the time-honored tradition of camp. And, while most people easily conjure up images of campfires and canoes, there is a lot more to the camp experience. Here are five of the things you may not have known about the camp experience.
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ACA
Summer Camp
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1/29/2012 12:00:00 AM
We love, love, love February in Kansas City... and not just because it marks a month of romantic ideas for couples and Valentine fun for kids... it is also a month of fabulous productions, amazing exhibits, and family fun!
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Kristina Light
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1/17/2012 12:00:00 AM
Kansas City gets its fair share of cold winter weather, planning for a little indoor fun is necessary for the savvy parent. Follow our guide from A to Z for great ideas to enjoy on a cold winter day!
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Kristina Light
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1/11/2012 12:00:00 AM
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is an iconic figure who became the face of the Civil Rights Movement in the United States in the 1950s & 60s. Celebrate Dr. King’s birthday with several free activities at Union Station Saturday, Jan. 14 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
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Andrew Mouzin
Museums
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1/10/2012 12:00:00 AM
In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend, celebrate Black History in Kansas City at one of the many museums in town that honor African American heritage.
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Kristina Light
Museums
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1/1/2012 12:00:00 AM
We believe Kansas City is the BEST place to raise children in the United States... and it's about to be even better! Discover 12 New Attractions coming to Kansas City in 2012, making our city more exciting, more educational, and a LOT more fun for families!
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Kristina Light
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12/20/2011 12:00:00 AM
January in Kansas City is the time for sledding, snow skiing, ice skating, and wonderful indoor family outings. It is also a time when parents are seeking creative ways to ward off Cabin Fever! Dazzle your kids with our 10 Top Picks for January in Kansas City!
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Kristina Light
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12/15/2011 12:00:00 AM
Discover many family-friendly venues for little ones in Kansas City where you can enjoy a winter’s day of learning, exercising and beating the winter blahs perfect!
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Kristina Light
Out & About
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12/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
December is the perfect time to take a break from the holiday rush with a visit to the Toy and Miniature Museum of Kansas City.
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Elizabeth Welter
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12/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
The search is on to find twelve young people in the Kansas City Metro Area to champion the conservation efforts of the new SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium, opening in April 2012 at Crown Center. Enter the contest to become a Young Environmentalist!
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11/27/2011 12:00:00 AM
Ice Skating...... winter's favorite family sport! This year, celebrate the season with your kids with a spin on the ice at one of Kansas City's local ice skating rinks, both indoor and outdoor.
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KC Parent Staff
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Winter Fun in Kansas City
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11/16/2011 12:00:00 AM
The Fresh Beat Band will appear Live in Concert at The Midland by AMC on February 24 and tickets are on sale NOW! We have the full scoop on this kid-favorite band!
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11/14/2011 12:00:00 AM
This December, celebrate the best of winter in Kansas City with live theater, dazzling music productions, and family memories in Kansas City's Winter Wonderland!
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Kristina Light
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11/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
Did you know that on Nov. 1, 1950, assassins targeted President Harry S. Truman? The man from Independence survived unscathed and went on to keep his day’s appointments. The 33rd President of the United States—and Missouri native—was a fascinating man. Why not explore his life with a trip to the Harry S. Truman Library and Museum?
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Elizabeth Welter
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11/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
83 Years ago today, Mickey Mouse, one of Kansas City's "Most influential people who never lived" made his debut on screen in, "Steamboat Willie." Discover Mickey Mouse fun in KC and our favorite Mickey Road Trip in MO!
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Kristina Light
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Tom Sawyer & Huck Finn in Kansas City
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Wizard of Oz in Kansas City
Mickey Mouse in Kansas City
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10/24/2011 12:00:00 AM
From classic literary masterpieces to new live theater productions with dazzling music and special-effects... autumn traditions and holiday events... there is something for everyone this November in KC!
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Kristina Light
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10/5/2011 12:00:00 AM
Laura Joffe Numeroff's "If you..." popular Children's Series keeps kids laughing. Fans of the series will love "If you Give a Mouse a Cookie" at Theatre for Young America.
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Kristina Light
Live Performances
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Live Theater in Kansas City
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10/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
You’ve cracked the windows to tempt in the autumn breeze, but instead, the crisp air is tempting you out. For the five weekends of October, KC Parent is challenging your family with five outdoor assignments. Pick one each week for piles of fall family fun.
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Wendy Connelly
Outdoor Fun
Autumn in Kansas City
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Fall Fun in Kansas City
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10/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
It’s October and that means pumpkins, candy and bringing in the harvest. October is also Fire Safety Month. Read on for tips to plan a visit to your local fire station.
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Elizabeth Welter
Indoor Fun
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10/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
With the revitalization of historic shopping districts in recent years, many areas have been transformed into beautiful places to live, work and play, bringing the Great American Main Street back to life.
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Kristina Light
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