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The best Thanksgiving decor on Amazon
The time to set the Thanksgiving table is coming quick and we’re crushing on the modern decor Amazon has to offer. Peek at our 10 favorite Thanksgiving decor pieces!
Not just another Christmas Carol, 3 ways to enjoy the IRT
We know you’re knee-deep in holiday fanfare but don’t let the season pass without taking in A Christmas Carol at the IRT. It’s not just another night out, trust us.
Our #1 holiday must-do? Jingle Rails at the Eiteljorg Museum
The holidays are here, and there’s so much to do and see around Indianapolis. We’ve done them all, so trust when we say: The Eiteljorg Museum Jingle Rails is a must.
Thanksgiving Made Easy: 10 Spots for Carryout Thanksgiving Meals in Indianapolis
Let's make your Thanksgiving Day plans easier - I'm spilling a list of 10 of my favorite spots for carrying out Thanksgiving meals (or sides!) in Indy.
Top 10 Thanksgiving Episodes for Kids You Can't Miss
My kids devour almost every TV show around the holidays that have anything to do with Thanksgiving. If yours do too, here’s a list of top Thanksgiving episodes for kids they’ll love to watch.
Ghostly Getaways: A Guide of Haunted Houses in Indiana
Ok brave souls: Dive into spooky season in the Midwest with the best haunted houses in Indiana, the scariest scream parks, and other haunted attractions from Muncie to Evansville.
9 Creative Halloween Themed Baby Announcement Ideas
If you're expecting your own little boo and have been holding off to scream Happy Halloween in a fun way, we all the trending Halloween pregnancy announcement ideas. Peek these!
CityMom faves: Thanksgiving smocked outfits
You know we love to share our fave finds and what could be better than getting our little ones all dolled up in cute Thanksgiving-smocked outfits that echo the charm of the season?
Spooky Adventures: Haunted Hayrides in Indiana
In case you're also leading your family's boo crew and Halloween adventures, here's a list of haunted hayrides in Indiana to try out.
30 Spooktacular Halloween Knock Knock Jokes for Kids
There are dad jokes, there are corny jokes, and then there are kid jokes. Here are 30 (maybe funny?) Halloween knock knock jokes that hopefully will delight kids of all ages.
Ditch the basket! Practical replacements for your Easter baskets
We love that musty basket as much as anybody - but what if the carrier of your kid’s Easter treats did…more? Here are 4 practical replacements for your Easter baskets.
Kid-friendly solar eclipse viewing spots
We’ve rounded up eight cosmic spots around Indy that are centered around fun for your little ones on the big day.
10 Easter basket ideas for 1-year-old girls
We know how exciting it is to create a sweet Easter basket for your girl, and we've got you covered with this list!
10 Viewing party essentials for the 2024 solar eclipse
The 2024 total solar eclipse is right around the corner, and we’re here to help make your viewing party a hit with our list of 10 absolute essentials!
Non-candy Easter basket ideas
Check out these non-candy Easter basket ideas sure to make a kid of any age smile!
Ideas for the perfect Galentine’s brunch
Girlfriends. Gal-pals. Girl squad. Whatever you call your BFFs, the month celebrate Galentine’s Day is here. Here are a few hot tips for hosting a fun Galentine’s brunch in!
How to treat that post-holiday (mental health) hangover
Whether you are surviving, thriving, or a combination of the two, the holiday season throws us all off our day-to-day routine. We’ve come up with a few ways to help you start recovering.
The future of Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s Yuletide
theCityMoms chatted with ISO’s CEO, James M. Johnson, about 37 years of Yuletide and what’s to come in 2024 for Indy’s favorite holiday tradition.
6 Must-have kitchen products for holiday hosting
Hosting for the holidays? We’re sneak peeking a new new you’ll want in your kitchen arsenal. Here’s a look at must-have kitchen products for holiday hosting:
Things to do over winter break
Winter break is upon us! And if you're anything like us, you're scrambling to find things to do with your kids to keep everyone entertained. Here are some fun things you can do with your kiddos this winter break!