As winter rages on into February there is no better place for you and the kids to escape the chill than in a cozy and warm book store. Blue Manatee Bookstore is located in Oakley and is an award-winning independent bookstore that caters specifically to kids, so the little ones will be entertained all day… [read more]
Family Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati & NKY {May 2015}
Spring has finally arrived!!! And with the warmer temperatures there’s so much fun stuff going on this May in Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky, from butterflies to art experiences, there’s a little something for everyone. Check out this list we put together of family friendly events happening in May, and be sure to keep checking back,… [read more]
Family Friendly Things to Do in Cincinnati & NKY {June 6-8}
After all the rain this week I am ready to get my family OUT OF THE HOUSE! And thankfully, there’s a whole lot of fun stuff going on around town all weekend long to keep us entertained. I hope your family finds this list useful too…find yourself some fun and get out of the house!… [read more]
Tri-State Children invited to Meet Favorite Local Illustrators
Mark your calendars! On Saturday, Februray 22 Brazee Street Studios and C|LINK are hosting the opening of Story Telling: The Fine Art of Illustration. The exhibition features popular Cincinnati-based illustrators and was guest curated by children’s book author, publisher and blue manatee bookstore owner, Dr. John Hutton and artist Sara Pearce. Not only will this be a fun exhibit to… [read more]
Smile Pout-Pout Fish story time at blue manatee
Looking for a fun indoor activity for the kids? On Thursday from 11:15am-12pm blue manatee children’s bookstore and decafe is hosting a special reading of Smile, Pout-Pout Fish. The book is the latest in the series of the Pout-Pout Fish adventures. The book, which is perfect for toddlers, tells the story of how the sad Pout-Pout… [read more]
NY Times Best-selling Author Coming to blue manatee
blue manatee children’s bookstore and decafe will host New York Times best-selling author Dan Gutman on Monday, January 27. Gutman will share excerpts of his newest book, The Genius Files: From Texas with Love and sign copies form 4-5pm. The Genius Files: From Texas with Love is the latest installment of Gutman’s Genius Files… [read more]
Family Friendly Fun in Cincinnati & NKY {Jan 10-12}
After the cold spell this week, I’m sure many families are ready to get out and have some fun! I know we’ve got cabin fever in our neck of the woods! And the temps are finally creeping back up, so it’s a perfect weekend to get out of the house. I’ve put together a rather… [read more]
The Grinch is in Cincinnati
Calling all Dr. Seuss Fans! The Grinch is all over Cincinnati this holiday season. He first comes to town November 27 – December 1 for the special production of Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! at the Aronoff. The classic children’s book comes to life through a musical that features known songs such as “You’re a Mean… [read more]
