Walk on the Wild Side

Every year, on the first Friday after Labor Day, Sioux Falls hosts chalk the walk downtown.

The first Friday each month is like a giant party in Sioux Falls, with all sorts of events and happenings. 

From the DTSF website www.dtsf.com

this one is one of my favorites. 

It's a pretty simple premise: various sites had sidewalk chalk outside to allow artistic expression. There is a professional artist that does an amazing piece.

I got a chance to explore Chalk the Walk with my son and his best friend. 

They had a great time finding new pieces on side streets. It was a chance to explore our city!

They were great artists too.

The fun doesn't have to end afterwards, either. It's super easy to make your own sidewalk chalk and have your own art show and contest.

I Heart Naptime (http://www.iheartnaptime.net/homemade-sidewalk-chalk/) has a great tutorial on how to make your own sidewalk chalk.

Homemade sidewalk chalk

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup warm water
• 1/2 cup plaster of paris
• 2-3 TB washable tempera paint
• Candy molds/ice cube trays (found mine at ikea)
• Useful to have on hand:
• Disposable bowls
• Plastic spoons
• Paper towels or newspaper

Instructions

1. Combine warm water and plaster of paris in a small bowl. Stir with spoon until clumps are removed.
2. Add paint and stir until combined.
3. Once the chalk starts to get thick (like buttercream frosting) pour mixture into molds.
4. Wipe around the edges of the mold with a damp paper towel to remove any excess paint.
5. Allow chalk to dry for at least 24 hours before using.
6. Take your chalk outside and let your kids go wild!