Celebrating Fathers All Month Long with The Kokomo Post
To kick off our month-long tribute to dads in honor of Father’s Day, we’re excited to feature our June book blog with a special guest: Jason Braun, Co-Founder of DADCAMP, right here in Kokomo. Check out Jason’s top book picks for dads.
Carver Community Center Juneteenth Summer Celebration 2024
The Carver Center's annual Juneteenth Summer Celebration is a vibrant testament to community spirit, cultural heritage and the ongoing journey towards equality and from 3 to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 15 you can experience the significance for yourself.
2024 Kokomo Summer Concert Series Artists Announced
After long anticipation, the 2024 Kokomo Summer Concert Series line-up is here. Starting on June 8 through Sept. 7 at the stage in Foster Park, you can experience nine free evenings of live music, food and entertainment for the whole family. Find the list of artists and all the details you need below.
Where’s the KHCPL Bookmobile: Summer 2024
The Kokomo-Howard County Public Library is lucky enough to have two bookmobiles that together, reach readers all over our community. Just in case you can’t make it to the library, the library will try to make it to you with multiple public stops available this summer. Here’s where you can find the bookmobile this week.
Impress Dad This Father's Day: Fun and Learning at Lowe's Build and Grow Workshop
Father's Day is just around the corner, and here at The Kokomo Post, we're thrilled to present a brand-new video series that highlights local businesses offering fantastic experiences for dads and kids!
Impress Dad This Father’s Day: Tips, Tricks and Local Gems
Father's Day is just around the corner, and here at The Kokomo Post, we couldn't be more excited to present a brand-new video series dedicated to highlighting local businesses offering fantastic options for dads!
Jim ‘Moose’ Carden Fishing Clinic Celebrates 40 Years
Fishing is seen as a relaxing pastime spent in the great outdoors. Thanks to the Jim “Moose” Carden Kids Fishing Clinic, youth ages 6-12 years old are learning more than just the recreational skills of the sport.
Indiana All-Stars Girls Seniors vs. Juniors (Photo Gallery)
On Wednesday night we visited Memorial Gym, in Kokomo, to see the Indiana All-Stars game between the senior and junior girls. The Senior All-Stars held the lead all the way until late in the fourth quarter. The juniors never stopped fighting and were able to snatch the lead in the last few minutes, and they finished the game, ahead of the seniors, with an 83-80 point win.
12 Library Programs You Don’t Want to Miss this Summer
Libraries all across the nation love the summer as much as we do! The Kokomo-Howard County Public Library is gearing up for hosting their annual Summer Reading Program and many other fun and educational programs that you will not want to miss this Summer. These programs will encourage your family to read, learn, and grow this summer all while having fun with their peers. We’ve selected twelve of our favorites from the KHCPL Events Calendar and gathered some details so you don’t miss out.
The Kokomo Post Kids: Weekly Fun Calendar
Looking for something to do this week with your kids? We’ve got you covered! Each week, we gather some options for local family fun Monday through Sunday.
Your 2024 Kokomo Summer Bucket List
Summer in Kokomo is a time for fun, adventure, and creating memories with family and friends. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, Kokomo offers a variety of exciting activities to keep everyone entertained. Here’s your 2024 Kokomo Summer Bucket List:
The Kokomo Post Sports - Game of the Week: Indiana All-Stars Seniors vs. Juniors (Photo Gallery)
This week’s Kokomo Post Sports Game of the Week, partnered with Robert Miller & Son Furniture, took us to Memorial Gym to see the Indiana All-Stars game. With this being Flory Bidunga’s last game in Memorial there was a lot of excitement from the crowd to see the All-Stars take on the Junior All-Stars. Bidunga put on a great performance with 34 points and 22 rebounds.The Senior All-Stars came out on top ending the game with a 104-96 point win.
Coyote Kids Celebrates 20 Years in Kokomo
Throughout the last 20 years, Coyote Kids has become a cherished tradition in Kokomo. This six-week, all-ability children’s running program is a completely free way to get out of the house and do something fun outside with your family this summer!
Summer Meals Available for Local Youth
School is out for summer! While it feels like a vacation to most, it also creates a significant change in the daily schedule of a student who normally ate breakfast or lunch at school. We’re thankful there are multiple sites that provide free or low-cost meals through the coming weeks for local youth.
The Kokomo Post Picks of the Week - June 7
Hey, Kokomo! Welcome to our Kokomo Post Picks, where our staffers pick the things they’re enjoying from all around our favorite city!
Whiskey, Wheels and Watches Returns for Second Year
The second annual Whiskey, Wheels and Watches event is returning to Palmer’s Jewelry from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 8.
This event not only brings watch enthusiasts to downtown Kokomo but also gives those looking to celebrate Father’s Day early an opportunity to experience family-friendly entertainment and what our local downtown area has to offer.
5 Ways to Prevent a Boring Weekend in Kokomo
We hear it all of the time, Kokomo is boring and there’s nothing to do here. Well, we’re here to debunk that myth with five events that we think are worthy of the spotlight this weekend — check them out!
Heidi’s Hidden Gems - City of Firsts Adventure Park
This week’s Heidi’s Hidden Gem features outdoor fun in Kokomo at an affordable cost! City of Firsts Adventure Park has reopened for the season and go-karts, batting cages and mini-golf adventures await!
Kokomo Post Kids Eat, Play, Learn: June 6
Hey Kokomo! It’s that time of the week again. Our staff with kids are happy to share a few of the places their kids like to eat, play, and learn in and around Howard County. Check out this week’s picks for yourself!
Top 15 Things To Do, See & Experience with Yours Kids at the Strawberry Festival
We’re just a few days away from the annual Strawberry Festival in downtown Kokomo! While it's usually pretty easy to find things for adults to enjoy at festivals, sometimes finding the best kid-friendly events, activities and experiences takes a little more digging. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of 15 can’t-miss things to do and see with your kids at the Strawberry Festival this year.