What kid doesn’t love a playground? There are so many wonderful playgrounds and park systems in Greater Cincinnati that you could probably find a new one to visit every day. One of the best things about playgrounds is that most of them are free plus your kids get to be outdoors and use up some… [read more]
Great Outdoor Weekend – Sept. 25-26
I love this time of year. Temperatures are supposed to be cooling down and the beautiful colors of fall are starting to surface. It’s a great time to spend some quality time outdoors with the family. This weekend the Cincinnati Great Outdoor Weekend takes place Sept. 25-26 so there will be no excuses for staying… [read more]
Community Arts Centers Day – This Sunday
You may have noticed that since I started working for The Carnegie back in June, there have been a lot more posts on family friendly arts activities taking place around the city here on FFC. To be honest, before I began working in the arts world, I had no idea HOW MANY GREAT ARTS PROGRAMS… [read more]
Farmers’ Fair – Fresh & Local – What Could be Better?
I’m really excited that Farmers’ Fair is coming soon. After recently viewing the movie, Food, Inc., I have a whole new appreciation on what it means to eat local. We are so fortunate to have so many great farmers’ markets in the Cincinnati area. Of course, you can’t beat visiting historic Findlay Market if you… [read more]
"Play Me I'm Yours" Comes to Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky!
Are you a music lover? Are your children interested in music? If so you are going to love the “Play Me I’m Yours” Installation that has come to town! Scattered throughout Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky are beautifully painted pianos. These pianos are strategically located at high traffic areas, like the Zoo, the Museum Center, Main… [read more]
What's Up This Weekend (July 30-Aug. 1)
As usual, folks, Cincinnati is overflowing with family-friendly fun this weekend. I don’t know about you, but we’re getting a little stir-crazy after all this heat. (OK, I admit, we’re wimps when it comes to humidity.) It’s time to get out and enjoy some of this great city’s summertime happenings! So without further ado, here’s… [read more]
Piatt Park Acoustic Lunch Series
Are you looking for a fun way to spend your lunch-hour during the week? Well, on Tuesdays from 11:45 – 1:45 you can head downtown to Piatt Park for the acoustic lunch series (now through September). Each week a different local artist will perform an acoustic concert. Piatt Park is a quaint & cozy park… [read more]
Cadillac Ranch – Restaurant Review {BUSINESS CLOSED}
Cadillac Ranch for Kids? I know you might be thinking, “why is FFC featuring Cadillac Ranch, isn’t that a bar for twenty-somethings?” Before the jet-setting party crowd descends on the Cadillac Ranch for some late night fun, you can actually take the family for lunch or dinner. Recently, I was visiting my parents who live… [read more]
