We all know how important it is to get our children reading, and for them to enjoy it. Reading skills contribute to not only their success in school, but success in life. In inspiring my children to read, I have always come at it from the angle that reading allows you to going on adventures,… [read more]
The Art of Hair at The Carnegie!
This weekend I spent some “grown-up” time with my Mom attending The Art of Hair grand opening complete with an unbelievable hair design runway show. Seeing all the models decked out in their ultra glam get ups was so much fun. But, the main attraction was all the fabulous “up-dos” on the models – I… [read more]
Family Fun this Weekend (Dec 16-18)
Wow, this is it folks – the last weekend before THE WEEKEND! Most of you will shopping and wrapping and baking – oh, my! But be sure to sprinkle in a little fun on that never-ending holiday list. Don’t forget to check out our earlier posts on where to see holiday lights, what to do… [read more]
Shop Local: MainStrasse Village
This holiday season we’ve talked a lot about shopping local, about supporting small and mid-sized businesses located in our communities. We even worked with small businesses across the area to put together our first Shop Local Shopping Guide, which even has some special offers in it for our readers. Today we continue that effort with… [read more]
Shop Local Guide
As many of you know, over the course of the past few weeks we’ve been inviting local, independent businesses to submit a listing for a SHOP LOCAL guide. Well the day has finally come to share the final guide with you – just under 60 local businesses, many of which are offering special… [read more]
Family Friendly Holiday Activities Around Cincinnati
The holidays are finally here and it’s time to get out and make memories, perhaps even start new traditions! We’ve scoured the town to bring you some of our top picks when it comes to holiday fun. As always, if you notice we missed a great event, please share it in the comments! We wish… [read more]
Family Fun This Weekend (Nov 18-20)
Happy Friday everyone! Families can not live on bread alone…it’s much better when you throw in corned beef, a little kraut and some aged Swiss, right? If I’m speaking your language, head to your local Izzy’s on Saturday for KIDS EAT FREE all day. Izzy’s deal is only available at select locations and you can… [read more]
Greater Cincinnati Holiday Light Displays & Activities
Macy’s Light Up The Square – Macy’s Light Up The Square(November 25) is the annual lighting of the Holiday Tree on Fountain Square downtown produced by 3CDC. Pre-light festivities start at 6:30pm and include live music, as well as skating on the U.S. Bank Ice Rink. The official ceremony starts at 7pm with tree lighting, a special… [read more]
