Nicole Sipe
Nicole Sipe is the editor of Indy's Child and Southwest Ohio Parent magazines. She has a BA in Journalism from California State University Northridge, and has been involved in the print and digital publishing world for most of her life. Born and raised in Southern California, Nicole traded the city and sun for corn and creeks, and now lives in central Indiana with her husband, two sons and Collie. Her latest book for children, “All About Me! Art Journal” was published in 2022 by Walter Foster Jr. In her spare time, she likes traveling with her family, enjoying good food and drink, volunteering at her children’s schools and around her community, and practicing yoga.
Little Foodies
Canal Creamery: Broad Ripple’s Newest Walk-Up Ice Cream Shop
Broad Ripple has another great ice cream shop where you can get your ice cream fix! Canal Creamery, located right on the canal in...
This Month's Articles
Caves, Trains and Zip Line Fun
Spring is the perfect time to make new and exciting memories with your family. If you’re in the mood to explore a cave, hop...
Things To Do
Start Your Engines! It’s the Month of May
It's that time of year again! The Indianapolis 500 is back for its 108th running, and we’re revved up and ready for it.
In Indy,...
Guides
12 Fun Indianapolis Restaurants for Kids
When dining with kids, the restaurant you choose makes all the difference. If the environment isn't fun and welcoming to children, your restaurant experience...
Indiana Day Trips
Road Trip: The South Shore of Indiana
The South Shore of Lake Michigan in Indiana is home to many entertaining and interactive places to visit with the kids. Here are some...
Exploring the Midwest
Worth the Drive: Fair Oaks Farm
In the heart of Indiana is Fair Oaks Farm, a working farm that combines education, food, and lots of fun for families. Located just...
Little Foodies
Little Foodies: World Famous Hotboys
If you're looking to spice up your next family dinner outing, then World Famous Hotboys is the place to do it. With central Indiana...
Blog
Springtime Family Fun
After a long winter, families are ready to get back outside. Here are some great local places to enjoy the outdoors!
The Children’s Museum
Spring means...
Hidden Gems
Play Inside a Train Caboose at Coffee at the Crossing in McCordsville
Chugga chugga, brew brew! There's a new family-friendly coffee shop in McCordsville, and it's the perfect place for train lovers.
A Real Train Inside a...
Indiana Day Trips
Wagner’s Village Inn: A Road-Trip-Worthy Restaurant
Wagner's is an hour drive from Indianapolis, but it's definitely worth the drive if you're looking for great fried chicken. Fried chicken is the...
Exploring the Midwest
Dinosaur World in Cave City, Kentucky: A “Must-See” Roadside Attraction
About three hours south of Indianapolis is Cave City, the home of Dinosaur World. If you're driving on I-65, it's tough to miss it:...
Little Foodies
Rebellion Doughnuts: Instagram-Worthy Treats
The donuts at Rebellion Doughnuts in Noblesville are fun, Instagram-worthy treats that look as good as they taste. It’s hard to choose just one,...