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Pizza My Heart: 19 Silly Jokes for NYC Kids

by Mimi O'Connor

What did the angry pepperoni say? What museums do NY comedians love?

Kids and jokes are a match made in heaven. (We find the sillier, cornier, and punnier, the better.) Take your family’s joking up a notch with these NYC-centric goofs that hopefully won’t make you gag! (See what we did there?)

1. What's a New Yorker's favorite storm?

A Cyclone.

2. How do the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges communicate? 

In span-ish.

3. Why was the bagel store robbed?

The lox were broken. 

4. What did the angry pepperoni say?

You wanna pizza me? 

5. Where do New York chefs get their broth? 

The Stock Exchange.

6. What do you call a barber in the Bronx?

A Yankee Clipper.

7. What did the Atlantic Ocean say to the sand? 

Nothing, it just waved. 

8. Where’s the best place to charge your phone in NYC?

Battery Park.

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9. Where did the rooster live?

In a co-op.

10. How do New Yorkers show affection?

They’ll give you a hug and a knish.

11. How did the sailor get around the city?

He took Ocean Parkway.

12. What’s the best street for moving trucks? 

Broadway.

13. What is the landscaper’s favorite museum?

Mow-Ma.

14. Where do the Rolling Stones love to perform?

Rock Center.

15. What museum do comedians love?

The Wit-ney

16. What’s the coziest spot in New York?

Snug Harbor

17. Where did the math teacher like to hang out?

Times Square

18. Who do kids in Chelsea hang out with?

Their piers. 

19. Can a kid jump higher than the Statue of Liberty? 

Of course, silly. The Statue of Liberty can't jump!

 

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Fourth of July Events in Chicago That Sparkle & Shine

by Maria Chambers

Stars, stripes and so much fun. Soak it all up this Fourth of July, when our country turns the big 2-4-6. The 4th falls on a Monday this year, which gives us a three-day weekend for fun-filled family days and legendary fireworks shows. We put our eyes to the skies in search of the most amazing fireworks displays and day-time events if you want to party all day and hit the hay early. Read on and plan on, Chicago.

Lakeside is the Best Side

Take a Family Boat Cruise
Many boat tour and kayak companies in Chicago host special 4th of July firework cruises on Lake Michigan and the Chicago River. These tours are a great way to get front-row seats to the action, with the Chicago skyline serving as a gorgeous backdrop.

Live at the Lake at Navy Pier
Make the 4th of July weekend all about live music and dancing the days away at Navy Pier's Live on the Lake, Jul. 2-4. 

Keep it Traditional with Parades & Fireworks

Navy Pier Fireworks
Start the celebrating early with Navy Pier's weekly fireworks display, Jun. 2.

Naperville Salute
The Naperville Salute, Jul. 1-4, is all about celebrating veterans, active military, first responders and their families. Along with a musical lineup, family entertainment will include an exotic animal display, face painting, glitter tattoos, balloon art, an obstacle course and fitness fun, crafts, a magic show and more.

Glen Ellyn Fourth of July
Everyone loves a parade — especially one as cheerful and colorful as the one in downtown Glen Ellyn, Jul. 4. The festivities will conclude with fireworks at dusk.

3D Fireworks Display in Skokie
The Skokie Fourth of July Fireworks, Jul. 4, is a 3-D extravaganza with the first 10,000 visitors receiving a free pair of 3D glasses. The day begins with a parade at noon followed by family activities, games and a concert. At dusk, break out those 3D glasses for a fireworks display that pops out at you.

St. Charles July 4th Celebration
When the sun goes down, the night sky will light up in a festival of color, lights and sound. Before the St. Charles fireworks show, Jul. 4, Feel Good Party Band will take the stage to keep you entertained with music from the 80s and 90s.

Itasca Fireworks
Itasca boasts the largest fireworks display in the Chicago area. The Itasca fireworks display, Jul. 4, is popular for families because the fireworks are so huge, they feel like they're going off right above you.

Northwest Fourth Fest
Kids and adults can have a blast on more than 30 carnival rides, listen to live music, fill up on fest food and watch one of the best fireworks displays in the area at Northwest Fourth Fest, Jun. 30-Jul. 4.

Evanston 4th Celebration
Evanston's 4th of July celebration, Jul. 4, starts with outdoor games (think three-legged races, pie-eating contests and water balloon tosses). Afterward, join in on a fun run before the parade kicks off. Then, the party moves to a lakefront concert followed by fireworks.

Celebrate with Music

Independence Day Salute
Prepare for a sensory feast featuring a medley of patriotic favorites at The Independence Day Salute, Jul, 2, at Jay Pritzker Pavilion.

Rock in the Park at Parkway Bank Park
Parkway Bank Park's Rockin' in the Park, Jul. 4, is a free summer concert that features a post-show musical fireworks display.

Make it a Sporty Weekend

Chicago Dogs Fireworks Extravaganza
Chicago's newest baseball team that pays homage to our favorite street food, HOT DOGS, is hosting a Chicago Dogs fireworks extravaganza, Jul. 2, after their home game.

Relax & Catch a Movie

Outdoor Movie with Rooftop Cinema Club
Rooftop Cinema Club at the Emily Hotel in Fulton Market is hosting two daytime family friendly movies during the Fourth of July weekend. See The Parent Trap, Jul. 2 and The Sandlot, Jul. 3.

Keep the Food Patriotic

Cupcake Making at Taste Buds Kitchen
Show your USA pride and whip up perfectly patriotic Red, White and Blue Cupcakes, Jul. 2, completely from scratch. Plain old vanilla? Bore-ring. Bring on the pizzazz, the color, the fireworks.

JoJo's Shake Bar 4th of July Shake
JoJo's 4th of July Shake, Jun. 27-Jul. 4, is a strawberry-blueberry shake topped with red, a white and blue sprinkled sugar cookie, cupcake and ice cream sandwich.

— Maria Chambers

Featured photo: iStock

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Bike Trails You Need to Explore with Kids

by Gabby Cullen

It’s National Bike Month, and there’s still the long holiday weekend to get out and explore some bike trails! The metroplex has hundreds of miles of paths perfect for families, from the popular White Lake Park Trail to Trinity Trails in Fort Worth. Keep reading to see some of our favorites, and then hit the road!

Trinity Skyline Trail & the Trinity Strand Trail - Dallas 

The Skyline Trail is a 4.6-mile trail that meanders along the Trinity River in the Dallas Floodway. Soon, the Trinity Strand Trail, which is a 2.5-mile trail through the Design District, will connect to the Skyline Trail and over 70 miles of other trails in Dallas. 

Find out more about the Skyline Trail here. 

Find out more about the Trinity Strand Trail here.

 

Trinity Trails - Fort Worth

With over 100 miles of trails, where do we begin? Maybe Trinity Park or perhaps Airhead Falls Trailhead? There are so many places to explore, you might want to take the whole weekend to bike this trail. There are even restaurants along Trinity Trails to stop at when the crew gets hungry! 

Find out more here. 

White Lake Park Trail - Dallas

This is one of Dallas’ most popular trails and for good reason. Circling the beauty of White Lake Rock, this 9.3-mile trail is great for families; there are several playgrounds along the way, as well as Mockingbird Point Dog Park. 

Find out more here. 

 

Rowlett Creek Preserve - Rowlett

This incredible nature preserve boasts 15+ miles of dirt trails, but don’t be scared! Much of it is very flat, so take your budding mountain bike rider out for a day of exploring. There are also picnic tables, so pack a lunch!

Find out more here. 

 

Allen Parkway Loop - Allen 

This paved trail is 14 miles long and wanders through Rowlett Creek and Cottonwood Creek. Part of a greater trail system, this is a fun bike path to ride with the kids. 

Find out more here.

 

Santa Fe Trail - Dallas

One of the newer paved trails in Dallas, this 5-mile trek connects White Rock Lake to Deep Ellum, Fair Park and downtown Dallas.

Find out more here.

—Gabby Cullen

Feature photo: iStock

 

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A Holiday Shopping Trip That Checks All the Boxes

by Jamie Aderski
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Looking for a fabulous family outing this holiday season? Make a day of it with something for everyone at Fashion Outlets of Chicago in Rosemont! Outlet shopping at its finest with 130+ designer shops? Check! Restaurants decked out in holiday spirit? Check. Ice skating outdoors, enjoying holiday views and vibes? Check. Festive dining with lots to choose from? Check.Read on to learn more about why spending the day at Fashion Outlets of Chicago will have you and your family exclaiming, “this is the best day ever!”

Santa Is Coming to Town

Santa is coming to Rosemont this holiday season with a jolly outlook and brand-new wellness protocols for a contactless experience available now through December 24! Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made here.

Santa, his helpers and his young visitors will be wearing masks and maintaining a healthful distance in a contactless visit and photo experience fully re-designed to meet the moment. The experience will offer guests a variety of photo packages in addition to a mailbox where children can drop off their letters to Santa.

Health and safety protocols for the contactless Santa visits include hand sanitizing stations at the experience entrance and exit, floor decals to ensure social distancing, the cleaning of the photo area between guest visits, employee wellness checks and a mask requirement for guests and staff.

Shopping Outlets

Love a good deal in good taste? Fashion Outlets of Chicago is an award-winning 530,000 square-foot, two-level indoor shopping center that is home to more than 130 designer outlets, an impressive contemporary art collection(!!) and high-end amenities. If you’re asking "Is this real life?", oh yes, it is. This one-of-a-kind outlet redefines the outlet shopping experience and is just what you need for a season that's merry, bright and bountiful! 

With intensified cleaning procedures and proper social distancing protocols, Fashion Outlets of Chicago is dedicated to its visitors' well-being. Complete information on the shopping center's COVID-19 healthy and safety guidelines can be found here.

World-Class Brands

Swoon, drool and dig in! Fashion Outlets includes Bloomingdale's The Outlet Store, Forever 21, Nordstrom Rack and Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH. Also, Fashion Outlet brands include Prada, Gucci, Michael Kors, Kate Spade New York, Banana Republic, J.Crew, Nike, Swarovski and many more. This shopping mecca even offers outlet stores unique to the Chicago area, including AllSaints, Lululemon Outlet, Burberry, Ted Baker, Zadig and Voltaire, Gucci, Kipling, Jimmy Choo, Moncler, Tory Burch and Vineyard Vines. 

Sounds incredible, right? It gets even better; just wait.

Kids Wing

Families visiting the center can enjoy the convenience of Fashion Outlets' children's wing. The center's family-friendly retailers, including the Disney Outlet, Carter's, The Children's Place, Abercrombie Kids, Crocs and American Eagle, are all situated in the same wing on level one. Kiddie rides are located near the children's wing in the shopping center's food court. Now you can keep them contained and keep them entertained—checkmate!

Ice Skating in the Park

ice skating

Skating on ice is the quintessential, seasonal event. You can experience the magic of gliding on frozen water directly across the street from the Fashion Outlets, at Rosemont's Parkway Bank Park! The Village at Rosemont's entertainment district is thrilled to kick off the holiday season with the return of its Chicago Wolves Ice Rink.

The Chicago Wolves Ice Rink at Parkway Bank Park will be open every day through January 5, 2021. In addition to special holiday hours, the rink will also be open on Sundays through February 28.

Admission to the Chicago Wolves Ice Rink is free, but a credit card is required to hold reservations. Guests are invited to bring their own skates, or skate rentals are available online for $8. Call the Parkway Bank Park hotline at 847-349- 5008 or visit the Park's Facebook or Instagram for updates regarding rink hours.

Festive Dining

All that shopping and skating making you hungry? Rosemont offers a wide variety of restaurants featuring festive outdoor patios for dining plus takeout and delivery options. Enjoy brews and Bavarian fair at Hofbräuhaus Chicago, sweet and savory American culinary classics at the Sugar Factory, classic Irish pub fare like bangers and mash at Fives Roses, pasta and brick oven pizza at Carmine's and so much more!

This holiday season, don’t miss out—make a day of it at Fashion Outlets of Chicago!

 

—Jamie Aderski

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Reel in Your Meal: 6 Local Spots to Catch Dinner

by Meghan Yudes Meyers

Editor’s note: We’re making every effort to provide you with the most up-to-date information. However, there are still closures and last minute cancellations due to Covid-19. Some of the destinations below are now open to the public. We highly recommend that you call ahead or check a park or destination’s website before you pack your kids  (and all those snacks, and diapers…) and haul them across town.Stay safe!

A scenic drive to pick up grub is nice, but an afternoon catching your own dinner is even better. Fishing for food is still allowed in the state of VD and MD, so grab your poles and the kids and enjoy an afternoon outdoors. We soused out the best family-friendly places to reel in a meal. Read on for where to cast off for the best fishing in DC.

photo: The Marylander via FishingBooker

Sandy Point State Park
If you want to dig your toes in the sand, head to this beach tucked under the Bay Bridge. The beach is currently closed to recreational visitors, but if you fish, you’re in luck! You can launch a boat from this beach for a day of fishing or crabbing (you must pay for a fishing license in MD if you are over the age of 16). If you don’t have a fishing license, you can rent a commercial charter that handles all of your needs, from licensing to rods and gear.

Sandy Point State Park
1100 East College Parkway
Annapolis MD
Online: dnr.maryland.gov/sandypoint

photo: Sheri Hooley via Unsplash

Pine Lake
The path around Pine Lake offers an easy hike for little legs. It’s a great place to introduce kids 4 & up to fishing. The pond is stocked with trout and bass; you can also find sunfish, a tiny fish perfect for pint-sized anglers. There are also plenty of turtles and frogs to keep little ones amused while you reel in dinner. Your little one can cast off for free, but those 16 & up must obtain an MD fishing license. If you fish the first two Saturdays in June or July, you don’t need a license.

Wheaton Regional Park
2000 Shorefield Rd.
Silver Spring, MD
Online: montgomeryparks.org

photo: Demond S. via Yelp

Clopper Lake
This reservoir deserves a “Best Kept Secrets” award. Often overlooked by fishermen, fish here are known to be good biters (they haven’t learned to steer clear of lures). You’ll find bass along with catfish and northern pike. Beginners have a pretty good chance they’ll leave with a fish, but even the empty handed will enjoy the view. Clopper Lake is a part of Seneca Creek State Park; MD fishing licensing rules and regulations apply.

Seneca Creek State Park
11950 Clopper Road
Gaithersburg, MD
Online: maryland.gov/seneca

 

photo: Ben Wilkins via Unsplash 

Lake Centennial 
There is a lot to love about this fishing spot, located in Centennial Park in Elliott City. For starters, you don’t have to fish on the shoreline (although you can); boats are available to rent so you and your little ones can find the perfect spot on the water. You can also bring your own boat (the boat launch is free to use, but you must have a boating permit which can be bought on-site for $5).  You’ll find everything from panfish and catfish to rainbow trout and tiger muskies in this body of water. Most of the fish are small here, which makes them safer to handle for the youngest of anglers. This community park also features four playgrounds on site. Some fish are catch-and-release, some are not; for Maryland’s fishing regulations and licensing requirements here.

Centennial Park
1000 Maryland Route 108
Ellicott City, MD
Online: dnr.maryland.gov

Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve
Fishing the waters in and around Dyke Marsh offers an opportunity to get up close to the area’s wildlife. You may see eagles and beavers when you set your line in these waters. Head to Belle Haven Marina (off the GW Parkway) to rent a boat. Jon boats seat 2-people; perfect for a parent-child excursion. You must have a VA fishing license (unless you are under the age of 16). Those looking to stretch their sea legs after fishing will enjoy the boardwalks that cover the marshland.

Belle Haven Marina
GW Parkway
Alexandria, VA
Online: saildc.com

photo: Meritt Thomas via Unsplash

Olde Izaak Walton Park  
This pond on the edge of Leesburg, VA boasts a fishing pier but the real fun is stomping over brambles and shrubs to find the perfect spot along the water’s edge. Catching fish here is hit-or-miss, but it makes the list for it’s ample room to socially distance and it’s shallow waters (perfect for little anglers).

Olde Izaak Walton Park
850 Davis Ct SE
Leesburg, VA
Online: visitloudoun.org/olde-izaak-walton-park/

—Meghan Meyers

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Is Your Local Bed, Bath & Beyond Closing in 2020? Here’s the List

by Erica Loop

Retailer Bed, Bath & Beyond recently announced it will close, or has already closed, 40 stores in 19 states in 2020.

So why is the popular home goods retailer shuttering dozens of locations? The stores, “No longer meet the standards our customers expect from us, ” according to a company statement provided to Today.

photo: Mike Mozart via Flickr

Don’t worry about how you’ll get your bed linens, towels or kitchen gadgets. The chain still has more than 900 stores and a website for shoppers to browse and buy from.

A spokesperson for Bed, Bath & Beyond said, in an emailed statement to Red Tricycle, “We’ve just given over 150 of our most popular stores a multi-million dollar update and are continually investing in our stores and digital platform to give customers an even better experience however they choose to shop with us.”

If you’re wondering whether your local store will close in 2020, the current list includes:

California

Chino Hills: 13021 Peyton Drive

Encino: 17401 Ventura Blvd.

Hemet: 1165 S. Sanderson Ave.

Santa Clarita: 19211 Golden Valley Road

Tracy: 2886 West Grant Line Road

 

Connecticut

Shelton: 862 Bridgeport Ave.

 

District of Columbia

Washington D.C.: 709 7th Street NW

 

Florida

Tampa: 12803 Citrus Plaza Drive

 

Hawaii

Honolulu: 1200 Ala Moana Blvd.

 

Iowa

Council Bluffs: 3706 Metro Drive

West Des Moines: 6805 Mills Civic Parkway

 

Illinois

Chicago: 530 N. State Street

McHenry: 3340 Shoppers Drive

Mount Prospect: 1057 N. Elmshurst Rd.

 

Louisiana

Baton Rouge: 9001 Florida Blvd.

 

Maryland

Owings Mills: 10300 Reisterstown Road

 

New Jersey

Parsippany: 790 Route 46

Newton: 17 Hampton House Road

Sewell: 141 Tuckahoe Road Suite 190

 

New Mexico

Rio Rancho: 3575 NM Highway 528 NE

 

New York

Bronx: 610 Exterior Street

Cheektowaga: 3781 Union Road

West Nyack: 1406 Palisades Center Drive

—Erica Loop

 

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How to Check If Your Local Toys”R”Us Store Is Closing

by Erica Loop

According to bankruptcy court documents filed Wednesday by Toys“R”Us, the company is poised to close just over 180 of their U.S. stores. Following a rocky 2017, it looks like the new year hasn’t done much to improve the mega toy retailer’s sales. After declaring bankruptcy last year, the company now needs to close almost one-fifth of their stores as part of its restructuring effort. So which stores are closing? Here’s the complete list of Toys”R”Us store closures (pending court approval).

 

Alabama

2600 McFarland Blvd. East, Tuscaloosa AL

335 Summit Blvd., Birmingham AL

 

Arizona

801 W. 32nd Street, Yuma AZ

12801 North Tatum Blvd., Paradise Valley AZ

9139 Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale 4619 N. Oracle Rd., Tucson AZ

7000 E. Mayo Blvd., Scottsdale AZ

US 60 and Signal Butte Rd., Mesa AZ

 

Arkansas

2616 S. Shackleford Rd., Little Rock AR

 

California

42500 Jackson St., Indio CA

1189 Simi Town Ctr. Way, Simi Valley CA

26573 Carl Boyer Dr., Santa Clarita CA

960 Lakes Dr., Covina CA

1600 S. Azusa Ave., Puente Hills CA

2575 E. Imperial Highway, Brea CA

530 Westminster Mall, Westminster CA

20120 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance CA

2550 Canyon Springs Pkwy S., Riverside CA

700 “A” Onstott Rd., Yuba City CA

2785 E. Bidwell St., Folsom CA

1330 Fitzgerald, Pinole CA

4505 Century Blvd., Pittsburg CA

600 Francisco Blvd., San Rafael CA

5461 Lone Tree Way, Brentwood CA

1400 Gateway Blvd., Fairfield CA

3938 Horton, Emeryville CA

2179 Monterey Hwy., E. San Jose CA

865 Blossom Hill Rd., San Jose / Almeda CA

3520 W. Shaw Ave., Fresno CA

31250 Court House Dr., Union City CA

10640 Trinity Pkwy., Stockton CA

3900 Bristol Street, Santa Ana CA

3665 Grand Oaks, Corona CA

1240 W. Morena Blvd., Mission Bay CA

8181 Mira Mesa Blvd., Mira Mesa CA

1990 University Drive, Vista CA

 

Colorado

1150 S. Ironton, Aurora CO

 

Connecticut

376 North Universal Drive, North Haven CT

275 Union St., Waterbury CT

3491 Berlin Turnpike, Newington CT

169 Hale Road, Manchester CT

 

Delaware

1061 N. Dupont Highway, Dover DE

 

Florida

1625 Apalachee Pkwy., Tallahassee FL

1900 Tyrone Blvd., St. Petersburg FL

3908 West Hillsborough Avenue, Tampa FL

6001 Argyle Forest Blvd., Orange Park FL

Spring 708 West State Rd. 436, Altamonte FL

21697 State Road #7, Boca Raton FL

10732 SW Village Pkwy., Port St. Lucie FL

450 South SR 7, Royal Palm Beach FL

2601 W.Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee FL

6001 West Sample Road, Coral Springs FL

3214 N John Young Pkwy., Kissimmee FL

 

Georgia

2601 Dawson Rd., Albany GA

2955 Cobb Parkway, Smyrna GA

6380 No. Point Parkway, Alpharetta GA

1155 Mt. Vernon Hwy., Dunwoody GA

6875 Douglas Boulevard, Douglasville GA

8160 Mall Parkway, Conyers GA

221 Newnan Crossing Bypass, Newnan GA

132 Pavilion Parkway, Fayetteville GA

 

Indiana

3928 E 82nd Street, Indianapolis IN

8800 US 31 South, Greenwood IN

 

Iowa

1211 E. Army Post Rd., S. Des Moines IA

8801 University Ave., Des Moines IA

 

Illinois

1610 Deerfield Rd., Highland Park IL

16 East Golf Rd., Schaumburg IL

295 Center Drive, Vernon Hills IL

5001 Lincoln Highway, Matteson IL

6420 W. Fullerton, Bricktown IL

7750 South Cicero Avenue, Burbank IL

5660 Touhy Avenue, Niles IL

 

Kansas

4646 W. Kellogg, Wichita KS

8500 W 135th Street, Overland Park KS

 

Kentucky

4900 Shelbyville Rd., St. Mathews KY

1155 Buck Creek Rd., Simpsonville KY

1965 Star Shoot Parkway, Lexington KY

 

Louisiana

137 Northshore Blvd., Slidell LA

 

Maine

6 Bangor Mall Blvd., Bangor ME

200 Running Hill Road, Portland ME

 

Maryland

8401 Mike Shapiro Drive, Clinton MD

 

Massachusetts

302 Providence, Dedham MA

70 Worcester Providence Tpk/Rt. 146, Millbury MA

50 Holyoke Street, Holyoke MA

217 Hartford Ave., Bellingham MA

6110 Shops Way, Northborough MA

Shoppers World Plaza, 1 Worcester Road, Framingham MA

 

Michigan

5363 Harvey Street, Muskegon MI

2620 Crossing Circle, Traverse City MI

5900 W. Saginaw Highway, Lansing MI

4923 28th Street South East, Grand Rapids MI

3725 Carpenter Road, Ann Arbor MI

3725 Washtenaw, Ann Arbor MI

 

Minnesota

14100 Wayzata Blvd., Minnetonka MN

170 89th Ave., Blaine MN

8236 Tamarack Village, Woodbury MN

900 West 78th Street South, Richfield MN

 

Mississippi

1003 Bonita Lakes Circle, Meridian MS

200 Bass Pro Dr., Pearl MS

 

Missouri

1901 Bernadette, Columbia MO

201 Silver Springs Rd., Cape Girardeau MO

5590 St. Louis Mills Blvd., Bridgeton MO

220 THF Blvd., Chesterfield MO

 

Nebraska

3505 S. 140th Plaza, Omaha NE

 

Nevada

2150 North Rainbow Blvd., Las Vegas NV

7020 Arroyo Crossing Parkway, Spring Valley NV

 

New Mexico

45 Hotel Circle, Albuquerque NM

 

North Carolina

801 Fairview Road, Asheville NC

7001 Fayetteville Road, Durham NC

3300 Westgate Drive, Durham NC

 

New Hampshire

29 Gusabel Avenue, Nashua NH

 

New Jersey

1280 Rt. 22 & St. James Ave., Phillipsburg NJ

137 Route 35, Eatontown NJ

100 Promenade Blvd., Bridgewater NJ

2700 Route 22 East., Union NJ

909 US Hwy 1 South., North Brunswick NJ

Rt. 541 & Cadillac Road, Burlington NJ

2135 Route 38, Cherry Hill NJ

7 Wayne Hills Mall, Wayne NJ

545 Route 17 South, Paramus NJ

98 Route 10 West., East Hanover NJ

Kids World 900 Center Drive, Elizabeth NJ

50 International Drive South, Mt. Olive NJ

 

New York

139-19 20th Ave., College Point NY

24-30 Union Square E, Union Square NY

5181 Sunrise Hwy., Sayville NY

5214 Sunrise Hwy., Massapequa NY

2335 Marketplace Drive, Henrietta NY

1569 Niagara Falls Blvd., Buffalo NY

401 Frank Sottile Boulevard, Kingston NY

708 Upper Glen St., Glens Falls NY

221 Wade Road Extension, Latham NY

2700 Central Park Ave., Yonkers NY

66 Metropolitan Ave., Middle Village NY

1350 Corporate Drive, Westbury NY

108 Veterans Memorial Highway, Commack NY

461 Lycoming Mall Cir, Williamsport NY

1530 Ridge Rd. West, Greece NY

 

Ohio

6251 Glenway Ave., Western Hills OH

2661 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd., Dayton OH

7841 Mentor Ave., Mentor OH

3610 West Dublin-Granville Rd., Dublin OH

 

Oklahoma

1119 SE 66th St., Oklahoma City OK

5609-E Rogers Ave., Fort Smith OK

560 Ed Noble Pkwy., Norman OK

 

Pennsylvania

100 Welsh Road, Horsham PA

6680 Peach St., Erie PA

3700 William Penn Highway, Monroeville PA

104 Bartlett Ave., Exton PA

2003 Cheryl Dr., Ross Park Mall PA

301 Oakspring Road, Washington PA

18/Valley View Dr., Beaver Valley Route PA

 

Rhode Island

300 Quaker Lane, Warwick RI

 

South Carolina

254 Harbison Boulevard, Columbia SC

 

South Dakota

450 E. Disk Drive, Rapid City SD

 

Tennessee

7676 Polo Ground Blvd., Memphis TN

5731 Nolensville Rd., Nashville TN

 

Texas

801 Mesa Hills Dr., West El Paso TX

9730 Katy Freeway, Houston TX

170 E. Stacy Road, Allen TX

7730 N. MacArthur Blvd, Irving TX

420 E. Round Grove Rd., Lewisville TX

13710 Dallas Parkway, Dallas Galleria TX

1309 W. Pipeline Rd., Hurst TX

5800 Overton Ridge Blvd., Hulen TX

 

Utah

4042 Riverdale Rd., Ogden UT

1122 Fort Union Boulevard, Midvale UT

 

Virginia

14173 Crossing Place, Potomac Mills VA

12153 Jefferson Ave., Newport News VA

 

Washington

3567 N.W. Randall Way, Silverdale WA

1325A S.E. Everett Mall Parkway, Everett WA

6104 N. Division Street, Spokane WA

 

Wisconsin

18550 W. Bluemound Rd., Brookfield WI

2161 Zeier Road, Madison WI

 

What do you think about the store closures? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

—Erica Loop

 

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Chill Out! 4 Cool Movie Theaters With Cheap Seats

by Nikki Walsh

Keep cool as summer heats up with movie theaters that beat the heat and won’t burn a hole in your pocketbook. Not only will your little movie-goers appreciate a break from summer camps, you’ll love the fact you just drive everyone to one spot. We’ve searched San Diego for cheap seats to make your summer sweeter and “reel” cool.

Photo: Leah Singer

Regal Theaters: $1 Summer Movie Express
Nothing planned? Pack up and head to your local Regal theater before nap time for $1 movies all summer long. Every Tuesday and Wednesday throughout the summer, you can catch second-run, family-friendly flicks that are entertaining and affordable. You’ll find favorites such as The Lego Movie, Despicable Me 2, Hotel Transylvania 2, Minions and The Peanuts Movie. Each theater offers two movie choices that play both days.

Dates: June-Aug. (check local schedule)
Times: Weds. & Thurs., 10 a.m.
Online: regmovies/summerexpress

Oceanside Place Cinemas
401 Mission Ave
Oceanside, Ca

San Marcos 18
1180 West San Marcos Blvd.
San Marcos, Ca

Mira Mesa Stadium
10733 Westview Pkwy
San Diego, Ca

Parkway Plaza
405 Parkway Plaza
El Cajon, Ca

Rancho San Diego Stadium
2951 Jamacha Road
El Cajon, Ca

Photo: Richard Pyrker via Flickr

Reading Cinemas: $1 Reel Kids Summer Movies
If you missed it the first time around, check out these reel cool favorites: Spongebob, Lego, Minions and more at Reading Cinemas’ summer kids series. You can grab some discount movie fare too. Check theaters for showtimes.

Dates: June 15-Aug. 11
Times: Weds. & Thurs., 10 a.m.

Town Square
4665 Clairemont Dr.
San Diego, Ca
858-274-9994
Online: reading/townsquare

Grossmont Center
5500 Grossmont Center Dr.
La Mesa, Ca
619-465-3030
Online: reading/grossmont

Photo: James Emery via Flickr

UltraStar Cinemas: in Mission Valley
First-run flicks with buttery popcorn, and free parking? Yes, please! Centrally-located in Hazard Center, this theater has free underground parking, $6 – $8 movie prices, and typically shows one or two of the latest littles’ flicks. Not only do they have cheap seats for new films, they also have a $1 second-run summer series. Don’t forget to check out the $6 kiddies tray that comes with popcorn, drink and fruit chews.

7510 Hazard Center Dr.
San Diego, Ca
619-685-2841
Online: ultrastar/missionvalley

Photo: Davidag via Flickr

South Bay Drive-in Theater
Kick it old school at a drive-in. Not only do you get two movies for the price of one, you also can bring your own snack and beach chairs (or there is a snack bar with movie food). Pack up the car and treat your brood to the big screen.

Cost: $9/adult; $1/kiddo (5-9); free for kids under 5
Time: Varies

2170 Coronado Ave.
San Diego, CA
619-423-2727
Online: southbaydrivein.com

Do you have a favorite place to get cheap movie seats in San Diego? Let us know in the comments below.

–Nikki Walsh

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Interactive Public Art for the Whole Family

by Amanda Freerksen

If one more museum guard gives you the evil eye because your preschooler is giggling and imitating dance moves in front of a Degas painting, then it’s time to take a new approach to art appreciation. San Diego is brimming with interactive public art — you just need to know where to look. Here’s your guide to installations around the county that invite participants to sit on, play with, touch, look and listen to art.

Queen Califia’s Magical Circle at Kit Carson Park

Expect the unexpected at this little-known gem in Escondido. The sculpture garden, by artist Niki de Saint Phalle, features nine large-scale sculptures inspired by California’s history, including the mythical warrior queen called Califia (also Calafia). Kids will love the colorful mosaics and unusual imagery as well as getting lost in a maze at the entryway of the garden. After being closed for an initial phase of repairs, the garden is now open to the public but only during very limited, supervised viewing hours: every second Saturday from 9 a.m. until noon. Please note that maintenance is ongoing and some parts of the garden may be blocked off. Print out this fact sheet to take along with you on your visit to help your family discuss what you see.

Insider’s Tip: When you enter at the corner of Bear Valley Parkway and Mary Lane, follow signs toward the Arboretum and park in the Arboretum lot. 

3333 Bear Valley Pkwy.
Escondido, Ca
Online: www.queencalifia.org

Photo: Julie Rings Photography

Did we miss your favorite interactive public artwork? Tell us about it in the comments below.

— Amanda Freerksen (photos too, unless otherwise noted)

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Get Your Kicks: 8 Places to Score Cool Summer Shoes

by Allison Rasmussen

With summer right around the corner, it’s time to start planning out your days. Whether you have bike riding, playground playing, hiking, popsicle eating or soaking up some rays at the beach on your agenda, your summer-lovin’ little ones will need the appropriate footwear. Make sure you have them covered (literally) by shopping at one of these fantastic shoe stores. Your kiddo is sure to have the coolest kicks on the playground.

Photo: Travis Swan via Flickr

Sole Food
It’s no secret we love local shops, so of course Sole Food in University Village made our shoe list. They offer brands and unique styles not found in other stores. Best part?  If you see something online that strikes your fancy, you can have it shipped right to the store and they’ll email you when it arrives.

2619 N.E. Village Ln.
Seattle, Wa 98105
206-526-7184
Online: shopsolefood.com
Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Photo: Bill G. via Yelp

Hennie McPennie
Another locally owned business on Mercer Island is Hennie McPennie. Not sure what size your wee one is (who can keep track these days with all the growing)? No problem! The nice folks at Hennie McPennie will measure for you using a brannock device which not only measures the length, but also the width and arch. Even if a shoe is uber-cute on, you gotta make sure the fit is precise. In addition to shoes, they also sell toys, so feel free to browse after you’ve scored the perfect pair of shoes.

3043 78th Ave. S.E.
Mercer Island, Wa 98040
206-232-0495
Online: henniemcpennie.com
Hours: Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-4 p.m.; Closed on Mon.

Photo: Keren Ten via Flickr

The Sneakery
Shoes and socks galore is what you’ll find at The Sneakery. Perhaps best known for their wide array of crazy, unique socks (they have a huge wall dedicated just for them), they also have some of the most popular brands of shoes. Even if you’re just shopping for your mini me, feel free to browse your size as well, we won’t judge! Good to know: The West Seattle location closed as of April 30, 2015.

612 N.W. 65th Ave.
Seattle, Wa 98127
206-297-1786
Online: thesneakery.com
Hours: Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.; Closed Mon.

Photo: Stephanie P. via Yelp

Nordstrom
Hands down one of the best shoe departments in the Seattle area is at the Bellevue Square Nordstrom. Not only do they carry every style and brand imaginable, but the employees are great with kids, even those extra squirmy ones who have no interest in shoe shopping! And free balloons and interactive drawing boards (to keep kiddos busy during the shoe buying process) makes the trip across the bridge totally worth it.

Bellevue Square
100 Bellevue Square
Bellevue, Wa 98004
425-455-5800
Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9:30 a.m-9:30 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Downtown Seattle
500 Pine St.
Seattle, Wa 98101
206-628-2111
Hours: Mon-Sat: 9:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Westfield Southcenter Mall
100 Southcenter Mall
Tukwila, Wa 98188
206-246-0400
Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Northgate Mall
401 NE Northgate Way
Seattle, Wa 98125
206-364-8800
Hours: Mon.-Sat.,10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun.,11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Alderwood Mall
3200 184th Street S.W.
Lynnwood, Wa 98037
425-771-5755
Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Online: shop.nordstrom.com

Photo: Kristina Moy

REI
One of the things we love about living in the Northwest is that our summers are arguably the best around. Whether it be playing at the beach, hiking or running around the playground, your little adventurer will need the right shoes. REI has you covered for high-quality outdoor shoes. They carry all of the best brands that will keep little tootsies protected. At the downtown Seattle location, reward them with a trip to the tree house and a smoothie (located next to the children’s section) for being patient.

222 Yale Ave. N.
Seattle, Wa 98109
206-233-1944
Online: rei.com/stores/seattle
Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

3000 184th St. S.W.
Lynnwood, Wa 98037
425-640-6200
Online: rei.com/stores/alderwood
Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

735 N.W. Gilman Blvd.
Issaquah, Wa 98027
425-313-1660
Online: rei.com/stores/issaquah
Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

7500 166th Ave. N.E.
Redmond, Wa 98052
425-882-1158
Online: rei.com/stores/redmond
Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

240 Andover Park W.
Tukwila, Wa 98188
206-248-1938
Online: rei.com/stores/tukwila
Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

3825 S. Steele St.
Tacoma, Wa 98409
253-671-1938
Online: rei.com/stores/tacoma
Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Photo: simone.brunozzi via Flickr

Stride Rite
It’s no secret that kids grow like weeds, and are, shall we say, a bit rough on their shoes. Sometimes it’s hard to justify spending a lot of money on something that won’t last long, enter Stride Rite. They have an awesome selection at fantastic prices! Have a super hero connoisseur or a princess lovin’ gal? Stride Rite has all the best character shoes sure to please everyone.

188 Bellevue Sq. Mall
Bellevue, Wa 98004
425-453-0101
Online: striderite.com
Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

561 S. Fork Ave. S.W.
North Bend, Wa 98045
425-831-2004
Online: striderite.com
Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Photo: Army.mil via Flickr

DSW
You can’t go wrong with looking for shoes at DSW, aka Designer Shoe Warehouse. They have a HUGE selection of shoes for all activities including: Keen, New Balance, Steve Madden and Nike, just to name a few.  Plus, there are so many locations around town that you won’t have to go far to get some new kicks.

Northgate Mall
401 N.E. Northgate Way
Seattle, Wa 98125
206-367-1289
Online: dsw.com
Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Factoria Mall
4001 Factoria Mall S.E.
Bellevue, Wa 98006
425-641-2190
Online: dsw.com
Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Southcenter Square
17100 Southcenter Parkway
Tukwila, Wa 98188
206-575-6985
Online: dsw.com
Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Bear Creek Village
17158 Redmond Way
Redmond, Wa 98052
425-861-9658
Online: dsw.com
Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Alderwood Parkway Plaza
19401 Alderwood Mall Parkway
Lynnwood, Wa 98036
425-673-9080
Online: dsw.com
Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Seatac Village Shopping Center
1824 S. 320th
Federal Way, Wa 98003
253-529-1857
Online: dsw.com
Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

photo: My Three Little Birds Facebook page

Another awesome option is shopping local at one of the fab consignment stores Seattle and the Eastside have to offer. You won’t have to drop a wad of cash to get some stylish summer shoes, which means you won’t feel bad when your tots outgrow them in what feels like a couple weeks’ time.

Where do you like to summer shoe shop for your kids? Let us know in the Comments below. 

— Allison Rasmussen

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