It’s that time of year again! Time for the summer reading programs at the local libraries! I remember filling out my reading log as a little girl and turning it in for cool prizes, and now my kids do the same! It’s a great activity for the summer months, to keep kids engaged in reading. … [read more]
Archives for 2010
What's Up This Weekend {May 22 & 23}
Happy Friday everyone! Who’s ready for the weekend?? Our toes are crossed that the rain stays away because there’s lots going on. From the opening of some great summer staples to berry picking and Barney, there’s something for every age. Know about something fun that we don’t have listed? Let us know in the… [read more]
Summerfair & Coney Island – A perfect way to kick off summertime family fun!
Please note this post is from 2010. If you’ve never been to Coney Island, you are missing out on a Cincinnati treasure. Coney Islands nostalgic amusement park always puts a smile on my face and it really lights up my children. They love Coney Island and ask every year when we get to visit again. … [read more]
Free Summer Concerts
Please note this post is from 2010. There’s something about the start of summer that always gets me excited. I have visions of our family sprawling out on a blanket, packing a picnic, sipping an ice-cold beverage and enjoying some great live music. Of course, sometimes my vision and our reality don’t always mesh (kids… [read more]
Would U Rather brings more Family Friendly Savings!
A great new site is launching in Cincinnati that promises savings for tons of stuff in the area. Would You Rather is now live to give everyone a sneak peak of what they’re about and what they’ll have to offer when their site officially goes live next Monday. When it does, each day will bring… [read more]
Camp Courage – Free Day Camp
Cancer Family Care is a wonderful nonprofit agency that helps families coping with cancer. CFC started in 1971 and they have been a beacon of support for families impacted by cancer in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. “For nearly 40 years, we have provided therapeutic counseling, education, support, and hope to all people touched by cancer” (from CFC website).… [read more]
Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library Summer Reading Program
If you have kids who love to read or even kids who like you read to them, be sure to sign up for the Summer Reading Program with the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County (PLCH). This is a fantastic and fun program for the entire family. That’s right, the Summer Reading Program and… [read more]
Take advantage of this Spring weather with the Hamilton County Parks
Green space can sometimes seem in short supply amidst all the hussle and bussle of the city. But when Mother Nature calls, luckily we are plentiful with amazing park systems throughout the area. We’re Hamilton County residents, so we spend a lot of time visiting the 17 dedicated parks and 4 conservation areas that make up the Hamilton… [read more]
