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2/1/2012 12:00:00 AM
Playing with your food is an art form at these restaurants where customers enjoy DIY dining and one-of-a-kind experiences!
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Kristina Light
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2/1/2012 12:00:00 AM
This time of year, we often find ourselves in a winter slumber waiting for something to warm us up. Cue the month of February, and you’ve got a formal month to express your love to those around you!
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Marisa Frymire
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1/29/2012 10:44:54 AM
We have your guide to Valentine's Day events in Kansas City for the whole family! From Father Daughter Dances to Valentine Tea Parties, craft classes and cooking, there is something for everyone!
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Kristina Light
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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
Out & About
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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
Out & About
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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
How much money do you typically spend when you get an invitation to a child’s birthday party? By the time you get the actual gift, wrapping paper and a card, is it $20, $30 or more? For some, this unexpected expense can really take a bite out of the budget. However, there is something you can do to prepare for events like birthday parties, Christmas/holidays, weddings, teacher’s gifts, etc… and January is a perfect time to start.
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Anna Bannister
Birthdays
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1/1/2012 12:00:00 AM
Cupcakeries are sprinkled all over the Kansas City Metro, their frost-swirled window displays putting a sugarplum sparkle in the eyes of children and grownups alike.
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Wendy Connelly
Family Friendly Dining
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12/21/2011 12:00:00 AM
Bid a fond farewell to 2011 and ring in 2012 with festivities across Kansas City! Laugh, play, jump, swim, dine, dance, sing, and create memories to last a lifetime. Kansas City's Family Friendly venues are rolling out the red carpet for YOU!
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Kristina Light
New Year's
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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
Out & About
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12/15/2011 12:00:00 AM
Even though your baby isn’t old enough to use a smart phone yet, there are plenty of great apps that can make your life as a new parent easier. Here are a few that are recommended by experienced KC parents!
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Sara Keenan
Computers & Technology
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12/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! This holiday season, create family memories with an all day (or all weekend if you choose to split the attractions into two days) holiday scavenger hunt!
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Kristina Light
Christmas
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12/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
How do families strike a balance, ensuring that siblings feel just as honored as their special need child, who requires more time and attention?
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Claire M. Caterer
Special Needs
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12/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
Pair these book ideas with a matching gift for the holidays!
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Julie Hubble
Books
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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
Museums
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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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Sea Life KC
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11/29/2011 12:00:00 AM
Whether you buy a Christmas Countdown Calendar, make your own, or simply print our list and use it as a guide... your family will love these 25 Days of Traditions in Kansas City!
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Kristina Light
Christmas
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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
Outdoor Fun
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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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Candy Chorice
Live Performances
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11/15/2011 12:00:00 AM
This year, Kansas City welcomes the Jolly Old Elf with trains, sleigh rides, carriage rides, pancakes, pajama parties and much more! This is your guide to Santa Sightings in Kansas City!
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Kristina Light
Christmas
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