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Our (Midwest-themed) 2024 Summer reading list
From the Great Lakes beaches and pastoral fruit farms to mysterious small towns these books based in flyover states will remind you that midwest really is best.
CLOSED GIVEAWAY: Win 4 tickets to Bluey’s Big Play at Old National Centre
Bluey’s Big Play is coming to Old National Centre in downtown Indianapolis - and one lucky reader will win four (4) tickets for the June 2nd show!
DYK there’s a Lowe’s DIY-U workshop for kids?
Did you know Lowe’s Home Improvement offers free monthly kids workshops? Awesome right? Here are 7 things you need to know before you go!
8 must-have money-saving apps for busy moms
Streamline your life with these 8 money-saving apps that help save extra cash and regain time for you and the fam.
I am an “Uncrustables” mom: A CityMom’s story
CityMom Kim shares her journey toward understanding her multidimensional and evolving image of a mother.
From casual to chic, copy our fave Mom-fluencers' style!
We’re snagging the style of some of our favorite and most inspiring influencers on Instagram. Try these pieces to create your own looks inspired by mom-fluencers we love!
CLOSED GIVEAWAY: Win an Indy Eleven prize pack for Racing Indy Night (a $259 value!)
The Indy Eleven have kicked off their 11th season! One winner will receive an exciting prize pack to enjoy and cheer on the Eleven.
How to date in long-term relationships
Connection and dating your partner might feel a little overwhelming. We’re here to share how to date in long-term relationships, whatever that looks like for you!
GIVEAWAY: Win a family 4-pack of tickets to the 500 Festival Parade
Enter to win a family 4-pack of tickets to the 2024 500 Festival Parade in downtown Indianapolis on 5/25!
5 Things military moms want you to know
Being a mom while also being a military spouse is far from easy. CityMom Kim shares things she wished you knew.
Family-friendly first Fridays in Indy: Your guide to galleries with kids
First Friday events in and around Indianapolis can be a low-cost but high-impact way to enjoy art. Here are our faves!
How to build a flower pot for your patio
Our simple method in styling container plants breaks down the intimidation factor at the nursery when selecting plants and makes for beautiful décor throughout the growing season.
CLOSED GIVEAWAY: Win 2 tickets to South Pacific with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra
Enter to win 2 tickets for an enchanting performance of South Pacific in Concert by the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra!
How to (really) make a change
Explore practical advice and heartfelt inspiration from CityMom Claire on how to make a tangible difference in your community - and maybe even the world!
CLOSED GIVEAWAY: Win 4 tickets to Doogie Hazzard at the Vogue
Enter to win a 4-pack of tickets to see 70s/80s/90s cover band Doogie Hazzard at the Vogue on 5/4!
CLOSED GIVEAWAY: Win a family 4-pack of tickets to the 500 Festival Parade
Enter to win a family 4-pack of tickets to the 2024 500 Festival Parade in downtown Indianapolis!
CLOSED GIVEAWAY: Win 4 tickets to Charlotte’s Web at Butler Arts Center
Enter to win 4 tickets to Charlotte’s Web at the Butler Arts Center!
(Almost) every spot to shop secondhand in Indianapolis
Whether you call it thrifty, vintage, antique, consignment, or secondhand, we’ve got a new fave shopping spot on this list for you!
10 things to stop apologizing for right now
We're taught to say sorry for anything and everything—it's a dirty little habit that's hard to break, but this is a great place to start!
CLOSED GIVEAWAY: Win 2 tickets to TINA, The Tina Turner Musical in Indianapolis
Enter to win 2 tickets to TINA: The Tina Turner Musical at Murat Theatre in Indianapolis!

