Julia Willhite

Julia Willhite
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I'm Julia and I live in Olathe with my husband of 18 years, my 12 and 8 year old daughters, and our rescue pug Mabel. I’m a social worker turned SAHM and love Dr. Pepper, thunderstorms, and talking to other adults. I hate coffee, diet culture, and washing dishes. I'll talk your ear off about the best local parks and which restaurants have wronged me by changing their long-standing menu items. I try to walk the line between knowing a lot of stuff and not being a know-it-all. Some days I'm better than others.
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Kansas City Area Dance Studios

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If you're looking for a dance studio in Kansas City, use this comprehensive guide to local dance studios organized by city to help you find a place near you. Make sure you also check...

Kansas City Gymnastics Classes

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A great way to help your kids get their wiggles out is to enroll them in a Kansas City gymnastics class. In the metro, we have many great options for both recreational and competitive...
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25+ Best Ice Cream Spots in Kansas City

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We are so lucky that here in the Kansas City Metro there are an abundance of locally owned ice cream shops where we can get our ice cream fix. Here is a roundup of the...
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Top 10 Shaded Parks in Kansas City

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On the hot summer days when your kids need to run off some energy, playgrounds can still be a great option if you pick one with shade (or one with a splash pad!) We've...

Guide to Kansas City Public Pools

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Public pools are a great escape from the heat of a Kansas City summer. If you are new to the area or looking to try out some different pools this year, we've got the...
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Best Splash Pads in Kansas City

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As the temperature rises, we're all looking for ways to cool off. If you are new to splash pads (also called spraygrounds or spray parks), they are free public parks with water features that...

Finding a Moms Group in Kansas City

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Motherhood can be isolating at times and finding other moms to share the ups and downs means you won't feel so alone. Actually finding a moms group can be a challenge if you don't...
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A Mom’s Guide to Lake Olathe

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With a swimming beach, aqua park, marina, nature playground, and spray ground, you may have a hard time fitting in all the fun available at Lake Olathe in one visit. Here's what you need...
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Vacation Bible School in Kansas City

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Summer is the time of year for fun activities like camps, swimming lessons, and vacation Bible school (VBS) in Kansas City. Churches around the metro are offering VBS during the months of June, July,...

Kansas City Cheer Programs

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If you have a child interested in cheer you might be wondering where to start. Tumbling classes? Recreational or competitive programs? Seasonal cheering at football games? There are tons of cheer programs in Kansas...

Berry Picking in Kansas City

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Berry picking has been a fun family tradition for a few years for us, as well as the "uh, what do we do with 14 pounds of berries?!" freakout that comes next. You can...

Best U.S. Beach Vacation Spots for Kansas City Families

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Are you dreaming of a beach vacation but not sure what the best option is for your family? You're in luck because we've put together a guide to the best beach locations (in the...
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Swimming Lessons in Kansas City

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Learning to swim is a skill that most parents want their children to learn so that they can safely enjoy trips to the pool, lake, or beach. Whether you are looking for summer swimming...

Music Classes and Lessons for Kids in Kansas City

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Check out these music classes in Kansas City to experience all the benefits of music education for your family. Classes range from baby and toddler exploration to learning string and band instruments to choral...
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Best Johnson County Libraries for Indoor Play

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This post is sponsored by the Johnson County Library. The Johnson County Library system has so much more to offer than just books and in the cold winter months one of the best things they...
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