Family Fun
Boardwalk Hobby Shop in Cincinnati

Boardwalk Hobby Shop in Cincinnati

If you need to purchase a board game in Cincinnati then you need to find your way to Boardwalk Hobby Shop in Mount Lookout. Boardwalk Hobby Shop is my family’s favorite place to shop for games…from board games to Magic the Gathering Cards, they have it all! They have vintage board games, solo board games,...
A Birthday Party at the Happen Inc. Toy Lab in Northside

A Birthday Party at the Happen Inc. Toy Lab in Northside

Happen, Inc. is THE place to be if you want to create some crazy works of art and have an immense amount of fun.  Happen, Inc. is located in the Northside neighborhood of Cincinnati and offers really unique art experiences geared toward strengthening families and bringing the community together. Right next door to Happen, Inc....
The Candle Lab OTR

The Candle Lab OTR

Do you love candles?  You need to visit the Candle Lab OTR. Do you love creating things?  You need to visit the Candle Lab OTR. Do you need a unique gift for someone special?  You need to visit the Candle Lab OTR. The Candle Lab OTR is a really cool shop where you can create...
A Franciscan Christmas in Over the Rhine

A Franciscan Christmas in Over the Rhine

There is a truly unique holiday experience to be had in Over the Rhine, and you don’t have to spend a dime.  A Franciscan Christmas takes place at the Christian Moerlein Event Center, which is an impressive historical landmark in Over the Rhine. The Franciscan Christmas at  Moerlein Brewery focuses on the Nativity Scene.  The...

Free Shakespeare in the Park presented by Cincy Shakes {2016}

From the time that I was a very small girl I went to plays, concerts and operas with my family and now as a parent I try to do as my parents did and expose my children to the arts from a very early age.  Taking a family of six out to the theater or...
The Schoolhouse Restaurant in Camp Dennison

The Schoolhouse Restaurant in Camp Dennison

I have never been to a restaurant quite like the Schoolhouse Restaurant in Camp Dennison, Ohio. Walking in the front door is like walking back in time. This schoolhouse itself is over 150 years old, and has been a restaurant for over 50 years. The owners have preserved the history and keep the dining room...
Ghostly Manor Thrill Center in Sandusky, Ohio

Ghostly Manor Thrill Center in Sandusky, Ohio

Spring Break 2016:  We spent a long weekend travelling to three different cities in Ohio finding unique & interesting places to explore and visit.  We stayed in some awesome hotels, ate some great food and saw so many cool things!  I’ll share our trip with you in a series of installments in the coming weeks...
Dave & Buster's Comes to NKY {GIVEAWAY}

Dave & Buster’s Comes to NKY {GIVEAWAY}

The newest location of Dave & Buster’s is opening in Northern Kentucky on Monday and I’ve partnered with them to celebrate the Grand Opening with an awesome giveaway. We got a sneak peek of the new Florence location of Dave & Buster’s this week and I’m here to tell you that this place is fantastic!...
Fun & Games at The Rook OTR

Fun & Games at The Rook OTR

Our family loves to play board games.  You might even say we are obsessed, so it only makes sense that we would love to hang out at place like The Rook OTR.  What a genius idea to have a bar that serves up board games alongside cocktails and shareable snacks!  The Rook OTR has 800 games...
NaturePlay at BCM ~ A Playground Like No Other

NaturePlay at BCM ~ A Playground Like No Other

I have had the honor of  being a part of an amazing project in my community recently, and I could not be more proud of this endeavor.  My dear friend came up with an idea to have a play area for children where they can explore nature in a safe environment and in collaboration with the...
Arcade Legacy: Bar Edition

Arcade Legacy: Bar Edition

The kids (and adults) in our family love to play arcade games and pinball, but I’m not willing to break the bank to do so. To be honest with you, I’m not surprised to learn that other people think the same way, my friend included. That’s why he decides to download arcade roms when he...

Cirque du Soleil’s Toruk at the US Bank Arena

Over the years I have seen a few Cirque du Soleil shows, and each one is more fascinating than the next.  It sounds like the Cirque du Soleil production of Toruk is going to amaze and astound as well!  Toruk is based on one of my family’s favorite movies, AVATAR and will be coming to US...