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TGVG BLOG
Get ready for adventures, discoveries, and tons of fun!
Our blog is packed with exciting stories and helpful tips for kids and their families. From exploring cool local attractions and can't-miss events to diving into the wonders of science and the amazing world of animals, there’s something for everyone! Whether you're planning your next family outing or just looking for something awesome to read, we’re here to spark curiosity and make learning feel like an adventure. Let’s explore, learn, and laugh together!
2026 Kids' Summer Camps & Programs Guide for Oshkosh, Appleton & Beyond
Make This Summer in the Fox Valley One They’ll Never Forget! Registration for summer camps & programs begins this spring
Spring in Columbus: Redbud Blooms & Easygoing Adventures
Spring arrives with unmistakable beauty in Columbus, Wisconsin – a season when the town quite literally blossoms into color – a perfect getaway for families.
Little Heroes, Big Fun at the Fox Cities Kidz Expo
The Fox Cities Kidz Expo is a FREE, family-focused event held annually at the Fox Cities Exhibition Center in Appleton, celebrating fun, learning, and community connection for kids and their families.
The Elusive Hunt for the Morel Mushroom
The seasonal pursuit of the morel mushroom, prized for its rarity, flavor & mystery.
My Favorite Star Cluster: The Pleiades
It's called the Pleiades (the Seven Sisters)! The Pleiades are located in the constellation of Taurus (the Bull).
Bad Weather Safety Tips
In Wisconsin with the warmer months and the changing of the seasons comes the potential for storms. Be sure to have a bad weather plan!
3 Wisconsin Escapes Perfect for Winter Family Memories
When the snow starts to fall and holiday lights begin to glow, Wisconsin becomes a wonderland of comfy getaways, scenic adventures, and memory-making moments. Whether you’re planning a quick weekend trip or a winter break getaway, Sheboygan, Elkhorn, and Baraboo offer the perfect mix of comfort, connection, and family fun.
Discover Moments to Remember & Gifts to Treasure in Calumet County
Find unique holiday gifts in Calumet County, Wisconsin – skip the big-box rush and take the family on an adventure where every shop tells a story and supports local artisans.
The True Gift of Giving
The best gifts aren’t the biggest or most expensive, they’re the ones that light up a loved one’s face. This season, give with heart.
Make Your Own: Reindeer Ornament
This Make Your Own Reindeer Ornament craft is the perfect personal touch for your holiday season – crafting with kids or creating DIY Christmas gifts.
The Great Horned Owl: Silent But Deadly
I am Great Horned Owl (Bubo virginianus). We are Wisconsin’s largest year-round resident owl coming in at a height of 18-24 inches, weighing 2-5.5 pounds, and possessing an impressive 40–60-inch wingspan.
Tracing the Sun’s Path: A Figure 8 in the Sky
Did you know that the Sun actually makes a figure 8 in the sky? This might seem strange, but it's true. It just takes longer and you have to be paying attention!
A Fresh Start for a New Year
Every year, when the calendar turns to January, people all around the world make New Year’s resolutions. That’s just a fancy way of saying they set goals or make promises to themselves to do something better in the year ahead.
The Magic of the Season
The season reminds us that the greatest gifts aren’t wrapped at all. They’re found in togetherness...
Winter Sports Safety Tips
This winter season, don’t become a statistic, avoid the real dangers winter sports could entail to bring without proper precautions!
Safe Kids Fox Valley Safety Tips: Thin Ice
It is that time of year where icy conditions can be fun but also dangerous. Safe Kids Fox Valley wants everyone to be safe through the months of Wisconsin’s winter wonderland!
Leaf Stomp 2025 Brings Families Together to Support the Kettle Moraine
Leaf Stomp 2025 Brings Families Together to Support the Kettle Moraine. It is a chance to build fall memories!
The World’s Largest Cranberry Festival is Right Here in Wisconsin – This Weekend in Warrens
Every fall, something magical happens in the little village of Warrens, Wisconsin. Streets fill with laughter, the air smells like fresh baked treats, and everywhere you look – cranberries! This year, the Warrens Cranberry Festival celebrates its 52nd year, happening September 26–28, 2025.
2025 Fall Guide to Apple Orchards, Pumpkin Patches & Family Adventures in Northeastern Wisconsin
Whether you’re in Appleton, Green Bay, Fond du Lac, Sheboygan, Waupaca, Door County, or the Wisconsin Dells, fall brings countless opportunities to create lasting memories. Check out our comprehensive guide of area apple and pumpkin picking, plus fun fall activities for the whole family!
Building Friendships
Friendships begin to develop during childhood and are a vital piece of growing up. Here are tips for building friendships.
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