Preparing kids for summer camp includes more than packing lists and stocking up on sunscreen and bug spray. Campers’ health and well-being while...
For the Kids
Kith + Kin Co. Reimagines a Classic Toy
Entrepreneur Sarah O’Keefe creates an inclusive toy for young kids. When Edina’s Sarah O’Keefe couldn’t find dollhouse figurines that represented...
Angelica Cantanti Youth Choirs Celebrates Its 45th Anniversary
If a 12-year-old Edina boy's enthusiasm for a Twin Cities choir is any indication of its success, then Angelica Cantanti Youth Choirs (ACYC) is...
Caring Santa Visits Southdale Center
A quieter setting helps every child feel the joy and wonder of meeting Santa Claus. Families are invited to a heartwarming holiday tradition at...
How Two Children’s Book Authors Advocate for Mental Health
Parenting comes with nuanced challenges that don’t necessarily come with an instruction manual. Discussing emotional well-being and mental health...
Creative Mornings at the First Saturday Edina Art Lab
The First Saturday Edina Art Lab is perfect for those weekend mornings when you’re looking for something fun and creative to do with your little...
Pumpkin Smash & Bash Gives Jack-O’-Lanterns a Fun Send-off
It’s tradition every Halloween for many folks to get a pumpkin, carve it up and create a jack-o’-lantern. Some go all out and create sprawling porch...
Help Prevent Overuse Injuries in Youth Sports
Here’s a staggering statistic: About half of youth sports injuries are caused by overuse of a specific part of the body. The good news is that by...
Keep the Kids Busy at Southdale Center’s New Bounce Town
Southdale Center welcomes a new family experience. The Southdale Center is typically known for its shopping and dining options, but Mankato local...
Summertime Fun (and Education) for Kids in Edina
Three months of summer can lead to boredom. Fun Outing: Centennial Lakes Park Three months of summer can lead to boredom. Centennial Lakes Park can...
How to Staycation with Children in Edina
Create vacation memories close to home. This article originally appeared as part of the story Keep It Local in the June 2019 issue. For a family...
Robert and Erin Blanton Launch Kiddie Academy in Edina
Edina welcomes its first Kiddie Academy. When former Minnesota Viking Robert Blanton and wife Erin struggled to find an acceptable childcare...
The New Sky Zone in Edina Will Be Hoppin’
Whether you enjoy jumping high into the air or need to let your children burn some energy on a stormy summer day, Edina’s new Sky Zone will...
Edina’s Best Parks
Discover what Edina’s diverse park system has to offer. Edina is home to nearly 40 parks and recreational facilities. Each of these spaces is...
Snow Day: Edina’s Top Sledding Spots
Take an afternoon with the kids and enjoy three of Edina’s best sledding spots. 1. Lake Cornelia With its rolling hills and intense snow cover,...
Edina Preschools Guide
A tour through 10 terrific Edina preschools that offer much more than playtime to the city's littlest residents. Preschoolers are a sweet and...
