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To Philadelphia, the birthplace of the nation

Jun 28, 2018

By Eileen Ogintz Tribune Content Agency A soldier, a privateer, an army camp follower, a prisoner and a slave. Those were just a few of the roles kids and teens routinely took on during Revolutionary times. “Many children were swept up in the drama of the American...

Kids become revolutionaries in Philadelphia this summer

Jun 1, 2018

By Eileen Ogintz PHILADELPHIA — Ready to do laundry—18th Century style? The kids who visit the new Revolution Place, opening June 9, in the year-old Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia can do laundry – without water – as well as lay down in a tent...

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Making time for romance on vacation January 27, 2022
We step off our bungalow porch to the sand where beach chairs and hammocks await, we eat local dishes on an open terrace and enjoy nature-inspired spa treatments in a unique setting The post Making time for romance on vacation appeared first on Taking The Kids.
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Reinventing the Outdoors January 27, 2022
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Inventors highlight Outdoor Retailer Show January 27, 2022
Four inventors were among those showcasing new products at Outdoor Retailer Snow Show at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver this week The post Inventors highlight Outdoor Retailer Show appeared first on Taking The Kids.
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Yellowstone National Park turns 150 January 27, 2022
March 1, 2022, marks the 150th anniversary of the establishment of Yellowstone National Park, signed into law by President Ulysses S. Grant. The post Yellowstone National Park turns 150 appeared first on Taking The Kids.
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Mardi Gras and more in New Orleans January 26, 2022
Take a break from the typical Valentine's Day to-do's and ring in February in the New Orleans LA. Here’s what’s shaking: The post Mardi Gras and more in New Orleans appeared first on Taking The Kids.
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New in NYC: Rock and Roll Playhouse January 26, 2022
NYC;s Rockefeller Center presents the live musical performance series Rock and Roll Playhouse, featuring the top hits of The Beatles, on Saturday Jan 29 at 10:30 AM at 50 Rockefeller Plaza’s Radio Park. The post New in NYC: Rock and Roll Playhouse appeared first on Taking The Kids.
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Mozambique proclaims Maputo National Park January 25, 2022
Mozambique’s Council for Ministers recently issued a decree to formally merge the spectacular terrestrial and marine ecosystems of Maputo Special Reserve and Ponta do Ouro Partial Marine Reserve. The new conservation area is named Maputo National Park. The post Mozambique proclaims Maputo National Park appeared first on Taking The Kids.
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Virtual Keiki Whalewatch Returns in 2022 January 24, 2022
The Pacific Whale Foundation is bringing back the virtual installment of its renowned whale watch program in 2022 The post Virtual Keiki Whalewatch Returns in 2022 appeared first on Taking The Kids.
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Sea Chanteys, Maritime Music Sing-Along January 23, 2022
The South Street Seaport Museum’s (New York City) monthly sea-music event Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music continues virtually on Sunday, February 6, 2022 at 2pm ET. The post Sea Chanteys, Maritime Music Sing-Along appeared first on Taking The Kids.
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Western Week Family Fun in Scottsdale AZ January 22, 2022
During Western Week, Old Town Scottsdale AZ transforms into an authentic old west experience. It's a fun ride for the entire family. January 29-February 6, 2022. The post Western Week Family Fun in Scottsdale AZ appeared first on Taking The Kids.
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