May 4, 2009

Zoo Atlanta Kids Atlanta

Where the city’s real, live wild things are. After-hours parties and frequent open-to-the-public events and concerts are excuses to go a little bananas.

  Grant Park, Fun, Animals, Birthday Parties

March 2, 2009

The Kids' Table Kids Chicago

Alice Waterses-in-waiting stir, bake, chop, and snack at the cooking school for tykes. Recipes go way beyond mac ’n’ cheese (hello, strawberry rhubarb cobbler and veggie chili). The Solving the Picky Eater Puzzle class is a must for anyone with a fusspot.

  West Town, Food & Drink, Birthday Parties, Educational

December 29, 2008

Philadelphia Museum of Art Philadelphia

Introduce them to culture at an early age with art classes and tours especially for tots — sure to have them sprinting up the steps, Rocky style.

  Ben Franklin Parkway - Kelly Drive, Culture, Culture, Educational

October 20, 2008

Atlanta History Center Kids Atlanta

A city-centric museum nestled on rolling grounds and scenic gardens. Exhibits and seminars showcase everything from antebellum fashion and local wildlife to Chick-Fil-A and Coca-Cola lore.

  Buckhead, Culture, Educational, Historic

September 29, 2008

Brickbat Books Philadelphia

  Passyunk, Culture, Educational, Good Clean Fun

July 14, 2008

Lillstreet Art Center Kids Chicago

Awesome combo of artist studio space, cafe, and classrooms, where a plethora of arty classes are available (metalsmithing, jewelry making, screen printing).

  Ravenswood, Culture, Artsy, Birthday Parties

July 7, 2008

Three Jewels Community Center New York

Charming community center is a treasured find for pay-as-you wish yoga, Dharma teachings, Zen counseling, and morning meditation.

  Downtown, Beauty, Buddhists, Dalai Lama Alert

November 8, 2007

Pratt Fine Arts Center Seattle

School days were never so cool. Learn printmaking, sculpting, painting, metalworking, and more at the nonprofit educational center-cum-gallery in the Central District. 

  Atlantic, Culture, Artsy, Educational

October 4, 2007

Oakland Cemetery Atlanta

Twilight walking tours, winding paths, and scary-good culture at this gorgeous Gothic landmark.

  Grant Park, Culture, Educational, Good for Groups