So, this afternoon we were looking for something to do with Audrey. It was already about 2pm, and it's not exactly great outside, so that kind of limits what we can do. Also, since Audrey can't walk yet, it's not like we can go somewhere where she can play - for example, the Strong Museum of Play, which is somewhere we really would like to go.
Anyway, we ended up going to the Lamberton Conservatory in Highland Park. It's right off of South Avenue on Reservoir. I haven't been there for several years, so I was looking forward to it. What's really nice is, even on a cold crappy day (albeit, today was in the 40s, and not too bad out) it's fantastic inside. There's a great array of plants from tropical to dessert. For some pics, check out my facebook account - http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1052074477.
What struck me is, what a great, totally underutilized space! For $2.00, I COULD go inside, find a nice spot, sit down and read a book. It's very quiet, and comfortable, and could be much more. I could soooooo see them adding a coffee cart, wireless internet connection, and maybe another wing to the place. Ok, maybe another wing is a bit much, but they could certainly add coffee and wireless. In fact, it might be a good way to raise some additional funding to build a new wing to the place!
