Save the Date
Thu, Aug 8: 2019 Salt Lake County Fair Family FarmFest
Sat, Aug 10: Indian Food Fair 2019 at Liberty Park - Salt Lake City, Utah
Fri, Aug 23: Utah Renaissance Faire 2019 at Utah Renaissance Faire
Fri, Aug 23: Drive a Supercar at Utah Motorsports Campus
Sat, Aug 24: International Folk Festival - FREE - City of Sandy, Utah at Sandy Amphitheater
Fri, Aug 30: KIDZ BOP Live 2019 - Sandy, UT at Sandy Amphitheater
Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers:
When I was growing up, if asked where we got our food, l would probably have told you that food comes from supermarkets, and if prompted to go back one step further, I would have said Kraft or, even better, Hostess. Only if pressed farther would I have talked about farms.
There's no doubt that the disconnect that has occurred between modern people and our food means we've lost something profound as a culture during the past century. Fortunately, lots of people care about fixing this: What has come to be known as the slow food movement has gained a lot of momentum during the 18 years I've been publishing KidsOutAndAbout.com, as has the farm to table movement. A common thread between them is that food is no longer just stuff, but an experience, and a fun one at that. Being able to connect my kids more to their food's origins by picking our own at local farms and participating in CSAs has led to their increased willingness to try new foods and to cook new dishes. I'm pretty sure they're healthier for it, but it's more than that: The more something becomes an experience, the more connected we are to what we're doing, the more we know, and the more we add to our characters. Engagement removes blind spots we didn't even know we had. And that's what I really want for my kids. Because KidsOutAndAbout is all about helping you introduce kids to the best experiences your community offers, we emphasize farms a lot:
I actually don't begrudge Hostess its prominence in my own diet when I was a kid. But even my junior-high-school self would have agreed: Fun at the farm beats a package of Ding Dongs any day of the week. August is the best time to experience and savor our world's abundance, plus it makes for a great way to create terrific end-of-summer memories. Use the links above to connect your kids to the local food that's just around the corner!
—Debra Ross, Publisher
Sunday School Musical - The Greatest Roadshow
The show follows the story of an eclectic group of Sunday School Students as they attempt to put on a traditional "roadshow" traveling musical. When Penny doesn't land the role of her dreams can the rest of the cast overcome the odds to put together the greatest show Utah county has ever seen?
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Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST - SCERA Center for the Arts
“Be Our Guest!” The Academy Award-winning animated film comes to life in this romantic and beloved “tale as old as time.” Step into the enchanted world of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, as the Tony Award nomination for Best Musical includes all of the wonderful songs written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, along with new songs by Mr. Menken and Tim Rice.
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Outdoor Adventures at Utah's Hogle Zoo
Want to get out into nature, but you’re not sure where to go or how to do it? Join Utah’s Hogle Zoo for a monthly outing to learn more about the world around us, get outside, and have some fun! We’ll bring the tools and information you need; you bring enough water to drink and the right clothes to enjoy a morning outdoors.
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This Year's KidsOutAndAbout Top 20 Winners
Once again, our readers have spoken! Thousands of parents voted in the KidsOutAndAbout survey of the Top 20 Places to Take Kids. Our Top 20 results page includes a list of your top picks as well as winners in special categories like favorite sports education and favorite arts education! Check out your fellow readers' favorites, and enjoy exploring the best of the region!
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Click here for our printable bucket list of Top 20 favorites.
Traveling? Let Local KOAA Readers Recommend Where To Visit
From Connecticut to California and up into Canada, KidsOutAndAbout.com can help you plan the best vacation ever! Visiting family or heading out on a epic summer vacation road trip? We've got you covered! Check out each local area's choices for the Top 20 Places To Take Kids, places with FREE admission, and our world-famous events calendar! Want to dive even deeper? No problem! Search the site for kid-friendly museums, indoor play centers, amusement/waterparks, nature centers, and MORE.
Catching Zzzzz’s to Get A’s: Getting Your Kids on a Regular Back-to-School Sleep Schedule
One of the best ways to get your child ready for a great school year is to ensure that they're prepared physically with a good night's sleep! It takes a bit of time to re-adjust that sleep schedule after summertime's late nights, so start gradually. We've got tons of tips on how to help your child rest easy so that they're ready to learn this school year.
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14 Tips to Get Your Child Ready for Nursery School
Is your child starting nursery school soon? We offer some tips to help both of you with the transition. Review them now and use the last weeks of summer to prepare your little one for their next big step so you'll both be ready to start the school year off right!
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Long, hot days. Time outside. Exploring and playing. No school. You and your kids will love all that summer has to offer. And to make sure that you don't miss out on any fun, be sure to check out our Master Guide to Local Summer Fun.
Worried the kids will spend the day watching Netflix and playing video games? We have plenty of ideas for good, old-fashioned summer fun in our article 50 Ways to Love Your Summer.
If you're interested in your kids having a summer camp experience without sending them to day or overnight camp, check out our timeless article It's Their Vacation and You're the Tour Guide: How to Organize Camp Mom. That piece provides almost endless ideas for things to do and how to structure your day. But remember: a little boredom is good for kids, too!
Looking for a new place to explore that's still close to home? Kids Out And About has tons of ideas for family travel, with places to explore, learn, and have fun! Find free activities and splurges that are worth it. We've collected the coolest stuff for a staycation in town and road trips for less than a tank of gas from here.
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A Week-by-Week Guide to Summer Camps Near You
Looking for a summer camp for your child? Look no further! Dozens of summer camps post: day camps, sports, drama, music, theatre, arts & crafts, technology, preschool, & more!
Summer 2019 camps are organized by week, by age, or by topic so you can find the perfect camps for your family!
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