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How to Compete in a Chili Cookoff? Vacation Rental of Course!

Sep 7, 2018

By Eileen Ogintz CRESTED BUTTE, CO — Where are we going to put 25 pounds of brisket? Good thing we are not’s staying in a hotel in tiny (pop 1600) in Crested Butte, CO, with another 800 people living three miles north on Mt. Crested Butte. Our daughter Mel lives...

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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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International Snow Sculptures in Breckenridge CO January 21, 2022
The 31st annual International Snow Sculpture Championships presented by Toyota will return to Breckenridge from Jan. 24 - Feb. 2, 2022. The post International Snow Sculptures in Breckenridge CO appeared first on Taking The Kids.
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Get Outdoors: It’s the Safest Place to Vacation January 20, 2022
The Covid-19 experts say we’re safest outdoors and can even take off our masks in most settings. So, you’re thinking, where can you take the kids safely for a winter or spring break that won’t bust the budget? The post Get Outdoors: It’s the Safest Place to Vacation appeared first on Taking The Kids.
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Yellowstone (and other national parks) in winter January 20, 2022
Bison certainly won’t be the only animals you will see on a winter visit to Yellowstone, the nation’s first national park celebrating its 150th birthday The post Yellowstone (and other national parks) in winter appeared first on Taking The Kids.
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Chicago International Puppet Theater January 20, 2022
The 4th Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival begins today with a line-up of contemporary puppet acts and artists from Chicago and the U.S. The post Chicago International Puppet Theater appeared first on Taking The Kids.
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Tools Scientists Use To Study Viruses January 19, 2022
The American Museum of Natural History in New York has a wealth of resources online to help people learn how scientists study viruses. The post Tools Scientists Use To Study Viruses appeared first on Taking The Kids.
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Global Scavenger Hunt returns after two years January 18, 2022
The 2022 edition of the world travel championship is set after a two-year pandemic hiatus. The 16th edition of The Global Scavenger Hunt is scheduled to take place over 23-days between April 22 and May 14 The post Global Scavenger Hunt returns after two years appeared first on Taking The Kids.
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Peninsula Chicago plans big Chinese New Year January 17, 2022
The Peninsula Hotels worldwide will celebrate Chinese heritage and ring in the Year of the Tiger on February 1. The Peninsula Chicago will present inspiring initiatives and special décor throughout the holiday, along with music, food and activities. The post Peninsula Chicago plans big Chinese New Year appeared first on Taking The Kids.
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SeaWorld Orlando: New Ice Breaker Coaster January 16, 2022
SeaWorld Orlando announces all-new Ice Breaker coaster opening date: Feb. 18, 2022. The post SeaWorld Orlando: New Ice Breaker Coaster appeared first on Taking The Kids.
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Cooking with a local master over an open hearth January 15, 2022
Marco has been cooking at Chaa Creek for years and is working to become a master chef. He will be cooking at the Masters Golf Tournament in Georgia in April. The post Cooking with a local master over an open hearth appeared first on Taking The Kids.
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