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Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers:
For much of the country, it's been the hardest winter in recent memory: cold, monochrome, relentless. The kind of season that reminds us how little control we really have. We do our best to manage routines and moods and expectations, but parents feel it most. February stretches long and flat after the excitement of the holidays, before the lift of spring. You're still packing
lunches, wrangling homework, managing emotions (your kids’ and your own)... all while the cold keeps the family cooped up. This is the season of endurance. Of course, endurance isn’t about being stoic or silent or superhuman; it’s about continuing, even when things are hard. It’s about showing up for your people, your plans, and yourself, day after chilly day. And it’s about knowing that if you’re feeling the drag right now, you’re not alone. Many of us are moving through it
together. Even for those who don't live in Nature's Refrigerator,* February can still bring its own version of stuckness: that long stretch between holidays, where kids are restless and routines feel stale. Sometimes, by February, our gray matter feels just as gray as the weather. When that happens, help is allowed! Check out our article and outsource the brainstorming to KidsOutAndAbout: Stuck Inside This Winter? 20 Creative Indoor Activities for Kids is packed with creative, practical, low-effort ways to keep your family engaged (and sane) when outside play isn’t an option. And it shows you how to tap your favorite AI to be your thought partner to personalize it for your
family. February Gray doesn’t need to be conquered; it just needs to be lightened a bit. So whether you're "out and about" or "in and not at all about," we're here to brighten the rest of your winter!
—Debra Ross, publisher of KidsOutAndAbout.com, co-author of The Eclipse Effect: How to Seize Extraordinary Moments to Build
Strong Communities
*Rochester, NY ☺️ |
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Ensworth Summer Camps offer students in Grades K-12 a unique blend of fun and education, providing a nurturing environment to develop new skills, forge lasting friendships, and create unforgettable memories. Our sports camps, led by Ensworth's High School
athletes and coaches, are skill-building camps designed for serious fun and athletic development. Master fundamentals, build confidence, and forge lasting friendships in a competitive yet supportive environment.Our enrichment and art camps ignite creativity, build confidence, and fuel curiosity. Students will learn to code robots, craft masterpieces, climb rocks, and discover hidden talents – all while making friends and having a blast!
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Calling all homeschool families! Discover our Homeschool Program at Slick City Action Park, where students enjoy discounted access to our thrilling indoor dry-slide park. It’s the perfect blend of exercise and socializing, designed to enrich your homeschool
experience. Join us for exhilarating slide. Tickets start at $14.99.
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Come experience the national parks! All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone (other fees, including timed entry or reservation fees, may apply).
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Step into history at The Hermitage, President Andrew Jackson’s home, for a special Living History Event featuring Jacob Truax as Abraham Lincoln. Truax vividly portrays Lincoln during key moments that helped shape the nation, from the Civil War to the
Emancipation. Through his performance, guests will explore Lincoln’s challenges, victories, and lasting legacy in an engaging, immersive setting. This event offers a powerful, educational experience that brings America’s past to life and connects two iconic presidents. Perfect for history lovers of all ages, admission is free for children 13 and under and $30 for adults.
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B-I-N-G-O—and Bingo is his name-o! You’re invited to the barnyard birthday bash of a very special pup. But before the party can begin, Farmers Pickle and Tickle need your help to find the guest of honor! Full of music, mischief, and farmyard fun, Bingo’s
Birthday is an immersive theatrical adventure created especially for children ages 0–5. Come sing, play, and celebrate in this down-home, tail-wagging good time!
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- Kidsville Storybook Walk - 2500 West End Avenue, Nashville, Feb 13 - 15, Park hours, 6 AM - 8 PM
- Storytime in the Children’s Gallery - Tennessee State Museum - Tennessee State Museum, Nashville, Sunday, Feb 14, 10:30 a.m.
- Kidsville Family Walk - Centennial Park, Nashville, Sunday, Feb 14, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Kidsville at the Parthenon (February) - 2500 West End Avenue, Nashville, Saturday, Feb 14, See website for details.
- READing Paws - Linebaugh Public Library, Murfreesboro, Saturday, Feb 14, 120-11:30 am
- Teen Anime & Manga Club - Linebaugh Public Library, Murfreesboro, Saturday, Feb 14, 2-3 PM
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Parents have an abundance of choices when it comes to PreK and day care options in the Nashville area! Use our Big List to help find the best one for your kiddos and check our events calendar to find Open Houses where you can meet teachers and tour the
schools.
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Looking for a thrilling family-friendly adventure in the Nashville area? Escape rooms are interactive, puzzle-packed experiences where you and your team work together to solve clues and complete your mission-all before time runs out! Whether you're escaping
a spooky cabin, cracking a high-stakes heist, or breaking a magical curse, escape rooms offer exciting, screen-free fun for kids, teens, and adults.
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Winter is here and fun options for families just keep getting better! Whether you stick with what you love or decide to try something new, KidsOutAndAbout has plenty of ideas. From Ice skating, kid-friendly museums, indoor play centers, and outdoor
activities to thinking ahead to next year's school options - we've got you covered.
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Click here to discover Birthday party locations in the Nashville area. From Arcades to Ziplines our Big List will help you think outside the box and plan the party of your kids' dreams! KidsOutAndAbout has dozens of ideas!
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The best things to do with kids in the Nashville area for 2025 as voted by KidsOutAndAbout.com's local readers. Our Top 20 results page includes a list of our readers' annual top picks, including winners in special categories like Top Arts Educator, Top
Sports Educator, and Top STEM Educator!
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Have a great weekend!
Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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