Local events and things to do for families and kids around Louisville, Kentucky
We have tried sidewalk chalk paint recipes before but this one actually worked? Let us tell you how to make sidewalk chalk paint! Sidewalk chalk paint is something you can make with ingredients from your pantry. It comes out bright and smooth on the sidewalk! We enjoyed a spring afternoon in the sun leaving messages and art for neighbors on […]
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Bubbles are fun for the little ones but can be so much fun for older kids and parents when made with a special twist! How to make the AMAZING bubbles! Unbreakable bubbles make for a unique play experience. With just three ingredients, you can make bubbles that are so much better than anything that comes in a bottle you would […]
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This post about Clifty Falls State Park is a few years old. Some of the information may have changed. And, events may not take place in spring/summer 2020. Clifty Falls State Park is northeast of Louisville near Madison, IN. It is about a 90 minute drive, so it makes for a nice day trip for some hiking. There are […]
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Louisville is abundant with art you can see from your car or on your walk. Murals and sculptures are all over the city. Spring is a fantastic time to explore Louisville. But, during this global pandemic, there are many limitations. Luckily, so much of the public art and murals are visible by car. Here are some ideas to safely get […]
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With spring just around the corner, we took a drive about a 40 minute drive southwest of Louisville to hike and visit some historic sites and a 130 foot waterfall. We started off by hiking the Tioga Falls trail. The parking area has 4 picnic tables, but I did not see any restrooms nearby. This hike is about 2 miles […]
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This is a paid sponsorship post This year Foxhollow Farm is super excited to announce a brand NEW fall event at the farm: The Harvest Hoedown, a two-day, family-friendly music festival to benefit Dare to Care Food Bank. The Harvest Hoedown is a family event that includes a square dance on Friday, October 11 from 6-9 p.m. featuring The Local […]
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Family hikes at Charlestown State Park to Historical Rose Island Amusement Park I grew up a river rat in a Prospect neighborhood called Cardinal Harbour. Everyone had boats and canoes, and some of my earliest memories were of going out on the sail boat on the weekends. As I got older I started hearing rumors about an amusement park right […]
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A great place to visit for all ages, Shaker Village is the perfect family day trip or weekend getaway. With all there is to do, you won’t have to, or want to, leave once you arrive. The folks at Pleasant Hill have worked hard to ensure you and your family have a wonderful time while visiting. Recently I got to […]
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Thomas Dambo will create three Forest Giants sculptures in the Berheim Forest arboretum using recycled wood from our area. Please note, spring 2020, Bernheim is open but you need reservations. Check their website closely for re-opening information. The Forest Giants are finished! The giants are expected to be at Bernheim Forest for 3-5 years. Visit Bernheim to marvel in how amazing […]
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Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve Camps Give your children a true nature camp experience this summer! We are offering TWO different camps for children 3-13 years old. Thrive Forest Camp at Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve is a nature immersion program for children 3-6 years of age. Held Monday-Friday from 9:30am – 12:30pm, Thrive Forest Camp will have children climbing on […]
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In January, my family and I went up to Perfect North Slopes in Indiana to go tubing. We had never been before, but the website provided a lot of information, the signage made it very clear where to go, and the staff was super helpful and friendly. This post is from 2018 – aspects of this review may be different […]
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Junior Explorer program at The Parklands teaches kids about nature and takes them on an outdoor adventure! Junior Explorer is a program at The Parklands for kids ages 5-12 (www.theparklands.org/Things-To-Do/Junior-Explorer). Its purpose is to teach kids about nature and encouraging them to spend time outdoors. The Junior Explorer program takes place at Turkey Run Park in the Parklands meets every other Saturday, […]
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