A Weekend Away for Parents :: Bardstown and the Bourbon Trail Writer’s Note :: I wrote this post from a perspective of a parent’s getaway because that’s what it was for us, a quick weekend away, but you could make it a family adventure as well. Bardstown is fun for the whole family, and the… [read more]
2012 World Choir Games Mean Fun For Families Too (Contest Closed)
Contest closed. Congrats to FFC readers Ed, Anne, Felicia and Elizabeth! Next week The 2012 World Choir Games will be in Cincinnati (July 4-14), and will feature performances by 362 choirs from 48 countries! This is a great opportunity to expose children to different cultures. There are more than 200 events, from competitions and… [read more]
What Every Dad Wants for Father’s Day
Just in time for Father’s Day we are thrilled to welcome our favorite local “Dad” blogger, Brian Klems to Family Friendly Cincinnati. Brian’s got some fun advice for figuring out what to get dad this year 😉 ————————————————– Every year my wife asks me what I want for Father’s Day. This is a courtesy question… [read more]
Calling all Princes & Princesses, Loveland Castle Awaits!
Here ye….here ye: attention all wandering knights, dragons, princes and princesses, Loveland Castle is beckoning you home. Visiting Loveland Castle (Chateau Laroche) has been on our “to do” list for quite some time and we finally visited this one of a kind castle nestled along the banks of the Little Miami. If you’ve never been,… [read more]
Keep Cool at Kings Island Thanks to Coca-Cola (Win Tickets to Check it Out)
Giveaway closed. Congratulations to FFC reader, Regina R! Thanks to all who entered. The Coca-Cola Swelter Stopper, a giant mobile trailer, is making its way across the country this summer and will be coming to Kings Island June 22 – 24 to help park attendees stay cool. So what’s inside this fun giant trailer… [read more]
Summer Reading List for the Whole Family!
I love to read. When I find an author I like, I end up reading everything they’ve written. Then I go into withdrawal because I need another good book. It’s summer reading program time and vacation season, which means it’s time for a good book! How do you find a good read? Our writers have… [read more]
Family Fun This Weekend (June 8-10)
Woo-hoo indeed! Looks like a nice night for a concert at Boone Woods Park. Bring a blanket or chair and listen to the music of Swingtime at 7 on Friday. Visit their schedule for all the details as well as info on their Movie Night Series on Fridays. This week, see Dolphin Tale at the… [read more]
2012 Summer Fun on Fountain Square
It seems to me that all through the year Fountain Square is a hopping place to be. And the summer is probably the most hopping season of all! There are movie nights, live music, a farmer’s market and more! My family loves to spend time downtown, and we especially love FREE fun downtown. Last night… [read more]