interactive

adjective

in·ter·ac·tive | \ˌin-tər-ˈak-tiv

Definition of interactive

1 : mutually or reciprocally active

2 : involving the actions or input of a user especially : of, relating to, or being a two-way electronic communication system (such as a telephone, cable television, or a computer) that involves a user's orders (as for information or merchandise) or responses (as to a poll)

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Once again, families can enjoy everything from an anti-aircraft gun nest and what is called the giant Hawk’s Nest — complete with giant eggs — perched on a ravine for bird watching and other interactive activities. — Frank Abderholden, Lake County News-Sun, "The natural and historic charms at Fort Sheridan open to public again," 3 July 2018 Country LakeShake features a view of the city's skyline, a variety of food trucks, a wine lounge, a Blackhawks bar, pop-up performances, interactive activities and line dancing. — Chrissie Dickinson, chicagotribune.com, "Country Lakeshake bringing the best, the brightest and everybody else," 19 June 2018 Visitors can also participate in hands-on, interactive activities at the Curious Creatures Learning Lab. — Brittany Nader, cleveland.com, "Akron Zoo brings new exotic animals to June Curious Creatures exhibit," 15 May 2018 For audience members, concerts are still largely a passive spectator sport, rather than a truly participatory, interactive activity driven by the latest technology. — Cherie Hu, Billboard, "Why Madison Square Garden Thinks It Has Designed the Venue Of the Future," 9 Feb. 2018 Features puppet skits, music by Juanita, puppet DJs and dance party, silent art auction and interactive puppet activities. — Gege Reed, The Courier-Journal, "The circus is in town, plus Valentine's Day events. Here's what to do in Louisville," 7 Feb. 2018 On Tuesdays, the attraction opens at 9:30 a.m. to host Toddler Time, a half-hour interactive and educational program for young explorers who are 2 years old or younger. — Dewayne Bevil, OrlandoSentinel.com, "Sea Life Orlando marks Shark Month with 'sharkfie' opportunities," 9 July 2018 Turtle Tales An imaginative and interactive story time for ages 2-3 yrs. filled with music, puppets, stories, movement, felt boards and finger play. 10-10:45 a.m. Delray Beach Public Library, 100 W. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach. — Mary Lou Cruz, Sun-Sentinel.com, "Delray Beach area events: July 4-14," 3 July 2018 Shake, Rattle & Roll, Saturday, 11 a.m. Join Weston local Lou Abbott, for this highly interactive, all-ages rock concert. — Jennifer Jhon, South Florida Parenting, "Family fun: Summer workshops, military day, boat show best bets for weekend," 20 June 2018

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