From time to time we like to shine a spotlight on a non-profit agency. Following is a brief overview of UGIVE.org. a non-profit that gets students volunteering in their community. ************ UGIVE.org is a non-profit online organization whose mission is to catalyze, excite and empower the next generation of volunteers. We link students to volunteer… [read more]
Archives for 2010
Today’s Groupon Cincinnati (5/17) is perfect for the Family Friendly Crowd!
If you’re like me (and many of the FFC staff), you’ve had “Butterfly Show” on your To-Do list for a while now. Turns out waiting was a great idea because Groupon Cincinnati has tickets to the show BOGO FREE today. You can purchase two adult tickets for only $6. According the Krohn’s site, children 5-17… [read more]
Today's Groupon Cincinnati (5/17) is perfect for the Family Friendly Crowd!
If you’re like me (and many of the FFC staff), you’ve had “Butterfly Show” on your To-Do list for a while now. Turns out waiting was a great idea because Groupon Cincinnati has tickets to the show BOGO FREE today. You can purchase two adult tickets for only $6. According the Krohn’s site, children 5-17… [read more]
Cincinnati Burgers :: Brazenhead & Five Guys Burgers
Katie’s recent post on Zips Café in Mt. Lookout, got everyone at FFC motivated to find the best burger in Cincinnati. So our FFC “Burger Wars” was launched. Now, I’m no burger aficionado but I do like a good burger. Recently, I was able to check out two of Cincinnati’s Best Burgers. The first was at… [read more]
Family Friendly Getways: Columbus – Exploring The Columbus Zoo & COSI
Two great attractions, one fun city! You know I love Cincinnati but sometimes it’s nice to go on a mini-vacation. Over spring break, when many of our friends were heading to the beach or Disney World, we were home. The “dreaded budget” didn’t have room for a spring break trip this year but we did… [read more]
Lois Lowry comes to The Blue Manatee
P is a little young for her books, but I can’t wait til she can jump into Lois Lowry’s amazing collection! The illustrations are just lovely, aren’t they? LOIS LOWRY ****************** blue manatee children’s bookstore & decafe Monday May 17th, 2010 7pm-9pm Check their website for more details.
Perfect Parks: Railroad Depot Park in Erlanger
Some people might not think that this tiny little gem of a park is “perfect”, but for my train-loving boys the Railroad Depot Park in Erlanger was indeed perfect. Situated right next to the Erlanger Depot, there isn’t much to the playground at this park…just a few swings and a slide. And a fun wooden train shaped play… [read more]
Free Summit on Savings 2010 feature local bloggers
If you are like most of us, you are always looking for fun ways to save money without sacrificing your waistline or style. This Saturday, May 15th from 10am -3pm you will have an opportunity to mingle with some of the local blogging experts and pick up some new tips while having fun and supporting a… [read more]