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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!
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.
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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.
Jackie Scharfenberg, Retired DNR Naturalist
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!
Dr. Teri Gee, Barlow Planetarium Director
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.
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The Magic of the Season
The season reminds us that the greatest gifts aren’t wrapped at all. They’re found in togetherness...
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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!
Carly Hermes, RN BSN for Outagamie County Public Health
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!
Sarah Rhone RN, BSN, PHN, Safe Kids Fox Valley Coordinator
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!
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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.
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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!
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Building Friendships
Friendships begin to develop during childhood and are a vital piece of growing up. Here are tips for building friendships.
Christine Ann Team
Keeping Kids Safe at Home
At Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services, we believe that all kids deserve to feel safe.
Sadie Olson Ingenthron, Events & Communications Specialist, Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services, Inc.
Make Unforgettable Summer Family Memories with Great Lakes Getaways
When was the last time your family had a summer so good, you were still talking about it when the snow started to fall? Make unforgettable summer family memories right here in Wisconsin!
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TGVG Weekend Planner: August Wisconsin Adventures Await!
Whether you’re craving classic fair fun, outdoor adventure, or a mini road trip, this weekend has Wisconsin written all over it!
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Art & Chalk Fest 2025: A Free Festival Packed with Family Fun
Art & Chalk Fest, presented by the Museum of Wisconsin Art (MOWA), is one of the state’s largest live-arts festivals, and it is back for its eighth year – taking place August 16-17 in West Bend, Wisconsin.
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Discover Germantown: A Family-Friendly Escape Just a Short Drive Away
Say hello to Germantown, Wisconsin – a charming destination just a short drive from anywhere in northeastern Wisconsin and packed with events the whole family can enjoy together.
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Stay Sun Safe This Summer
As the days get longer and hotter, Safe Kids Fox Valley wants everyone to be protected from the sun and its heat!
Carly Hermes, RN BSN for Outagamie County Public Health
It’s the 2025 Wisconsin County Fair Season!
Nothing says summer like the sights, sounds, and smells of a Wisconsin county fair! From cotton candy and cream puffs to tractor pulls, pig races, and ferris wheels, the fair is where memories are made and laughter is guaranteed.
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Heads Up for Concussions: Things to Watch Out For...
Concussions are one of these serious injuries. A “ding,” bump, or blow to the head can cause a concussion. Do you know the signs?
Sarah Rhone RN, BSN, PHN, Safe Kids Fox Valley Coordinator
Summer Fun, Summer Safety
Summer can be fun AND safe with a little careful planning. Check out these safety tips from Safe Kids Fox Valley!
Kathi Hegranes, FOCUS Program Coordinator, Injury Prevention & Outreach Coordinator, ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Neenah
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