Ohio is full of hidden gems. Fort Ancient is one of them. Located in Oregonia, OH, this National Historic Landmark boasts the largest and best-preserved manmade earthworks in the country. It’s 100 acres of beautiful mounds that were used for protection, ceremonies, functional and social purposes a long, long time ago. Fort Ancient is a living lesson in…
You know the phenomenon where, when you live near a local attraction, you sometimes take it for granted? It’s not intentional — these places just fall off the radar. Jungle Jim’s recently reappeared on my radar for grabbing national attention (again!) as one of the top (Also, for its Cheese Fest… how cool is that?!)…
The “summer slide” refers to what can happen to kids’ brains when they are idle during the summer months. Experts from the National Summer Learning Association estimate that the equivalent of about two month’s instruction time can be lost if children don’t keep their brains active during that break from school. Reading is a great…
I have a Thomas-obsessed three-year-old. He flocks to the train tables at the library and bookstore. He’s always playing with his Thomas trains (and bath toys) at home. He wears the same Thomas t-shirt several times a week. Luckily, we live in a very train-friendly city: he sees Thomas regularly at the Highfield Discovery Garden; we went to A Day…
Are you looking for a new after-school activity this year? Check out these local programs your kids are sure to love! Five Seasons Family Sports… Read More
Can you tell me how to help my son stay motivated through a mid-fall slump? He starts out the school year so excited and ready… Read More
Natural curiosity makes children eager learners about the world around them. This curiosity is the basis for many free STEM-related activities offered at the Dayton Metro Library this summer. The Library’s Summer Challenge offers FREE hands-on experiences to keep kids engaged in learning during the summer months. This summer, with the theme, Build A BetterWorld,…
Try more than 25 outdoor activities at the Midwest’s premier outdoor adventure festival. Like all Five Rivers MetroParks efforts, OutdoorX was created to help connect people to the outdoors by providing opportunities to try new skills in a welcoming and friendly environment. You want to try an outdoor activity but you don’t have the gear?…
It’s finally spring! Sure, we may bundle up in the morning and accessorize with sandals in the afternoon, but that’s what we love about Cincinnati living. It’s also time for the all-important “Spring Cleaning”…. thoroughly cleansing your home and organizing household, clothing and toys. And to help with arranging your beloved treasures, IKEA just debuted…
We are excited to once again offer a family season pass to the very popular Boonshoft Museum! Please enter the link below.
