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Fall Family Fun List-Pumpkin Patches & Apple Orchards
Today’s list provides you with a round up of all the pumpkin patches and orchards in and around the Northeast Nebraska area.
Generation 9/11: An Interview with the Filmmaker
Liz Mermin featured seven of the children who lost dads in the terrorist attacks 20 years ago.
5 Reasons Moms Should Play Sports
As we head into Fall, many of us are signing our kids up for Fall sports—and reminiscing about our own childhood sports careers. What we should be doing? Signing ourselves up, too. Experts say sports aren’t just for kids, and moms especially should stay in the game to have a happier, healthier life.
60 Things to Teach Your Kids Before They Leave the Nest!
The days may feel endless, but the years are not. Take some time every week to teach them something they’ll need to know when you’re not there. There may even be a few things on this list you can learn together.
Day Trips Part 4: Other Family Friendly Adventures
Whether you like being indoors or outside, we’ve got a few more places for you to add to your list of family friendly fun in Nebraska!
Meet Kara Allbaugh
Kara Allbaugh owns Rival Design in Columbus, Nebraska! She left the corporate world to pursue her dream of being a business owner and started her own design company. She shares about her journey to becoming a business owner, her love for Nebraska and the people here as well as a little about family life.
Meet Olympic Athlete Cat Osterman
We interviewed Cat about her journey to Tokyo, including becoming a wife and stepmom, her advice for parents raising young athletes, the biggest hurdles at this year’s Olympics, and more.
Mexican Street Corn Salad
This Mexican Street Corn Salad is the perfect summer dish to serve at a backyard BBQ.
Day Trips Part Three: State Parks & Recreation Areas
August has arrived! Summer may be slowly slipping away, but that means the weather gets cooler! So, this week we are sharing all about State Parks and State Recreation Areas that would be easy to visit for a day trip for anyone in Northeast Nebraska.
Meet Cortney Steffensmeier
Cortney is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who owns a private practice, lactation business in Norfolk, Nebraska- “Grow With The Flow Lactation Services.”
Day Trips Part 2: Zoos, Wildlife Safaris & Fish Hatcheries
Do the kids love animals? This list is for you and them! Check out our list of Zoos, Wildlife Safari Parks, and Fish Hatcheries all either in Northeast Nebraska or close enough to make in a day trip.
Day Trips Part 1: Five Closest Children’s Museums
Pack the kids in the car and head out on an adventure. We have some great Children’s Museums within driving distance of us!
Ultimate Kids Summer Reading Guide
To help get your children excited about reading over the summer, the “Library Mom” put together a list of books for children entering kindergarten through third grade with tons of kid appeal.
Meet Rachel Hays
I made a difficult decision to step away from my career and reevaluate my priorities. With time away from working, I decided to pursue my passion which is coaching people – that’s what led me to found Walter Grace.
Northeast Nebraska County Fairs of 2021
It’s County Fair Season here in Northeast Nebraska! Almost every week from now until the middle of August you can find a fair to enjoy. Don’t miss out on the fun. Below are all the dates in one easy to read list.
Ways to Avoid the Summer Slide
Keep them reading and doing math throughout the summer and they’ll be able to jump back into the school routine quicker than ever.
Meet a Dad: Diary of a Wimpy Kid’s Jeff Kinney!
This week, we’re sharing our interview with this dad of two, where he shares his best tips for raising readers, his own favorite childhood books, advice on getting kids off screens, and details of his latest book.
Diaper Bag Essentials
For many of us the diaper bag becomes our constant companion as soon as the baby does.
How to Prep Your Child for Sleepaway Camp
Preparing kids for camp—from emotional prep to packing tips.
Meet Heidi!
Like all moms she wears many hats: author, mom, deaconess, and clinical social worker. She has a passion for mental health and for walking alongside people every day.