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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!
2025 Guide to 4th of July Events & Fireworks in Northeastern Wisconsin
Northeastern Wisconsin area 2025 4th of July Celebrations and Fireworks for the whole family!
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The Story Behind Sovereign State Days...
The first celebration of Winneconne’s sovereignty in 1967 was a smashing success and has remained so for 58 years and counting.
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Free Family Fun & Big Summer Prizes at the Children’s Museum of Fond du Lac!
Looking for ways to keep the kids learning, laughing, and loving every minute of summer? Look no further than the Children’s Museum of Fond du Lac, where FREE summer programs are in full swing from June 10 through August 29!
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Make a splash this summer by swimming safely & Becoming a Water Watcher
Drowning can happen to anyone, but our kids are especially vulnerable. Statistics show that drowning happens much more often than we may think and drowning doesn’t actually look like drowning. What can you do to ensure your family’s safety and still have a fun summer?
Kathi Hegranes, FOCUS Program Coordinator, Injury Prevention & Outreach Coordinator, ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Neenah
Rev Those Engines! The 2025 Mackville Nationals Are Rolling Into Seymour!
Vroom, vroom! Big news is rolling into town — and it’s headed straight for Seymour, Wisconsin! The Mackville Nationals Truck and Tractor Pull is packing up its dirt, diesel, and thrills and moving to a brand-new home at the Outagamie County Fairgrounds in 2025!
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NEW Summer Kids Camps: Get Ready to Roar with Summer Fun at Menominee Park Zoo!
Looking for the wildest way to spend summer in Oshkosh? The NEW Summer Zoo Kids Camps at Menominee Park Zoo in Oshkosh, Wisconsin are the perfect adventure for your young animal lover!
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Ignite Creativity This Summer with Art Camps at Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass
Looking for a summer experience for kids that's both fun and educational? The Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass in Neenah, Wisconsin, is offering a variety of Art Camps designed for children aged 5 to 15.
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Red Squirrel: Tchick Tchick Tchick
“Tchick-tchick-tchick!” “Tcher-r-r-r!” Did you hear my scolding, and see my tail flicking and my foot stomping? That’s my way of saying GET OUT of my territory!
Jackie Scharfenberg, Retired DNR Naturalist
Total Lunar Eclipse March 2025: What’s That Red Moon in the Sky?
Coming up on March 14, 2025 if you stay up very late that night, you will have a chance to see the Moon turn red!
Dr. Teri Gee, Barlow Planetarium Director
Remembering Kara Clark & Her Legacy
It is with profound sorrow and heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Kara Clark, the beloved creator of TGVG, after a long, brave, and unwavering battle with cancer.
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Safe Kids Safety Tips: ATV & Gun Safety
Whether you are getting ready to hit the woods for deer hunting or riding some of the scenic trails Wisconsin has to offer, make ATV and gun safety part of your checklist before heading out this fall season.
Carly Hermes, RN BSN for Outagamie County Public Health
Saturn Without Rings?
Of all the planets in the solar system, Saturn is the most dramatic. With its beautiful, extensive ring system, it always stands out when looking at our planetary neighbors.
Dr. Teri Gee, Barlow Planetarium Director
Showers WITHOUT RAIN? Spotting a Meteor Shower
Meteor showers have nothing to do with rain and nothing to do with weather. A meteor shower refers to comets!
Dr. Teri Gee, Barlow Planetarium Director
Safe Kids Fall Safety Tips: Back to School & Fire Safety
The beginning of a new school year marks a significant transition for children and adults alike to new schedules and new routines. Incorporate these tips into your family’s new routines for a safer community.
Kelly Hanink, Assistant Fire Chief / Fire Marshal, SafeKids Fox Valley Coalition Member
Common Nighthawks: Peent, Boom!
“Peent, peent!” Where is everybody? They said to meet at the forest lake 30 minutes before sunset. We need to catch our supper of flying insects before flocking to head south for the winter. There they are!
Jackie Scharfenberg, Retired DNR Naturalist
The Sun's Activity 2024: Loops & Spots & Prominences, OH MY!
Last month, the northern lights were visible as far south as Florida. That’s not very northern, but it’s all because of our Sun. Right now, our Sun is in an active pattern, heading toward a solar maximum sometime this year or next.
Dr. Teri Gee, Barlow Planetarium Director
Poison Prevention Tips from Safe Kids Wisconsin
Childhood is a time of exploration and discovery, but it also comes with its risks, especially when it comes to accidental poisoning. From household cleaners to medications, there are numerous substances within our homes that can pose a threat to the safety of our children.
Sonja Jensen, Deputy Director for Appleton City Health Department
Coping Skills to Help Kids This Summer
Summer break is great for relaxing and taking care of ourselves but we can also start to feel a mix of different emotions. Being away from school, our teachers, and friends for so long may cause us to feel sad, lonely or anxious.
Christine Ann Team
A Summer Mystery: The Hummingbird Clearwing Moth in Wisconsin
My search led me to hummingbird clearwing moth (Hemaris thysbe), a member of the sphinx moth family.
Jackie Scharfenberg, Retired DNR Naturalist
Dirty Snowballs in Summer: Comets!
Comets normally live out in the far reaches of our solar system, mostly in two areas: the Kuiper Belt and the Oort Cloud.
Dr. Teri Gee, Barlow Planetarium Director
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