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Pregnant During the Pandemic
Masks. Telehealth appointments. Cancelled birth classes. Forced isolation. For mothers preparing to give birth in the year 2020, things have looked a lot different...
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The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Will Reopen to the Public on July 11
We missed you, the dinosaurs missed you, the animals on the Carousel missed you, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for...
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Indianapolis Children’s Choir’s Virtual Summer Camp: What to Expect
The Indianapolis Children's Choir (ICC) has made some big changes to their summer plans to bring young Indy singers summer programming, despite restrictions.
Rather than...
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When Your Child is Stressed Because of Self-Quarantine
It’s common for kids to be afraid of things they don’t understand, especially if that “thing” is a disease that shut down the entire country....
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Encouraging Social Growth During Social Distancing
During this time of social distancing, have you found yourself missing play dates?
Our children are missing them, too! Here are some strategies to...
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Reopening Plans for the 2020-2021 School Year
Amidst all the uncertainty of the upcoming 2020-2021 school year, there is only one thing that’s certain: This school year is going to look...
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Providing Food to the People: Sahm’s Family of Restaurants
The folks behind the Sahm’s family of restaurants — Big Lug Canteen, Half Liter BBQ and others throughout Indianapolis — have done some creative things to reinvent themselves and help their neighbors during this time, including turning some of their restaurants into...
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Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site Reopening Timeline
The Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site is ready to welcome guests back to the home of America’s Hoosier President.
With the city of Indianapolis’ new public health...
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Enjoy Carmel Fireworks From Your Own Backyard
Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard and Carmel Rotary are announcing an expanded fireworks display this year to help residents experience a good old fashioned 4th of July.
After...
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Uniting the State of Indiana, One T-Shirt at a Time
Created by two born-and-raised Hoosiers, Graham Brown and Grant Gilman, United State of Indiana locally designs and produces apparel to celebrate our beloved state....
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WonderLab Hosting Weekly Virtual Science Programs for All Ages
During WonderLab’s temporary closure to the public your favorite hands-on science museum will be offering weekly recurring programs virtually via Zoom LIVE.
Join WonderLab for...
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Recap: Camps, Childcare and COVID-19 Webinar
Webinar: Camps, Childcare and COVID-19
Thursday, June 11 at 5:30 pm
Sponsor
Early Learning Indiana
Host
Indy’s Child Magazine
Moderator
Jennifer Erbacher, Early Learning Indiana
Panelists
Mark Lantz, YMCA of Greater Indianapolis
Christine Garza,...
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Playgrounds and Splash Pads Reopening Around Indianapolis
Indiana is starting to open again, giving families more opportunity to get outside and let some of that quarantine energy out.
Use this guide to...
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Indianapolis Small Businesses Taking Big Steps
The world as we’ve known it has come to a screeching halt over the past couple of months. The doors of schools and most...
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Telehealth 101: The Doctor is (Virtually) In
Virtual doctor visits have grown in popularity, spurred mostly by the stay-at-home orders that were issued to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Even...
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Indy Parks to Open Five Pools with New Safety Measures
After weeks of evaluating possible scenarios to safely operate pools given the severity of the COVID-19 pandemic, Indy Parks has announced that five of...
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17+ Indiana Landmarks You Can Enjoy from Your Car
For many parents, getting behind the wheel has given families a small sense of normalcy and happiness. Maybe even nostalgia.
Cultivate some family fun...
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It’s Farmers Market Season in Indianapolis!
Although it might feel like many things have been canceled this summer, farmers markets in Indianapolis fortunately are forging ahead.
Despite everything, chickens keep laying...
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100 Things to Do Outside This Summer at Home
Congratulations! You've made it to the end of a strange and probably stressful school year!
Now that summer's arrived, many of us are looking at...
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Hamilton County Parks: Reopening Schedule and Cancellations
Hamilton County Parks has created a list of reopening dates for its park facilities and activities.
The schedule reflects the measured approach to reopenings...
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Indy Parks: Staff Returns to Facilities, Day Camp Registration Begins
Indy Parks has announced plans for staff to return to family centers and facilities in two phases beginning on June 1.
Initially, park buildings...
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2020 Indianapolis Summer Camps Still Taking Place
If we're being honest, summer's going to be a little weird this year.
Most activities and traditions are being canceled or modified, forcing families to...
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Virtual Summer Camps in Indianapolis
Interested in signing your child up for camp without actually sending them to camp?
To accommodate families who may not yet be comfortable sending their...