It’s that time of year again – time to watch the synchronized fireflies do their thing! I’m not talking about a trip to see the Columbia Fireflies baseball team.
Before there was a baseball team, these real-life fireflies were lighting...
Anyone who has filled a basket with plastic Easter eggs knows that the colorful containers are only egg-citing when accompanied by the mystery of what's inside. Once the candy or toy has been discovered, the plastic egg often gets...
Spring Break is right around the corner! Not planning a big family trip? Try these ideas for things to keep the kiddos entertained and happy during their time off from school.
10 Things to Do at Home and Around Town
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Warmer weather in famously hot Columbia can offer a lot of opportunities -- from volunteering to water play to reading programs to travel, and everything in between!
But what about those days when the temps are over 100 degrees and...
The weather is warming up and the rain continues to fall! So what to do with a rainy day and a busy toddler, plus a newborn? Craft time! With a little bit of luck you can create your own...
I love sports. My kids, ages nine and six, don’t necessarily share my passion. Football, basketball, golf, baseball … I love a good sports competition. The month of March is home to one of the most important college sporting...
Now that spring almost is here, my daughters and I are trying to spend as much time outside as possible. But they get bored with the backyard quickly, and my number one go-to are local parks or playgrounds. Here...
It's that season where people are thinking about summer and swim lessons are in demand! The weather is about to turn hot, the kids are almost out of school and will be begging for something to do, and you...
St. Patrick's Day has always been a part of my life. When I was young, I hunted leprechauns. My friends and I ran around the playground at school - brown grocery bags flying behind us. St. Patrick's Day was...
#1 Guide to Summer Camps in Columbia Since 2013
It’s time for the number one resource utilized year after year by Columbia area families – the Ultimate Guide to Summer Camps Around Columbia!
As busy moms ourselves, we know that finding...
Whether you're a card-carrying Celtic or just Irish at heart, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the St. Patrick's Day in Columbia with your kids!
St. Patrick's Day Celebratory Kick-Off Event
It seems like Columbia doesn't just limit St. Patrick's...
If you are wondering where to have your child’s next birthday, or if you are simply trying to look for something fun, new, and active for your child to do, look no further than Big Air of Lexington! After...
Columbia has many family entertainment options, including Riverbanks Zoo, trampoline parks, bowling alleys, and museums. Libraries are sometimes an overlooked source of entertainment, but my daughter and I have made it our go-to activity. In my humble opinion, the...
I love Valentine's Day. To be honest, I didn't always care for it, especially when the focus seemed to be on couples sending cheesy gifts to each other in high school and college.
Now that I'm older, and somewhat wiser,...
In + Around Columbia
Exploring PlayMatters :: An Indoor Play Area in West Columbia
Whether you are looking for a place to escape the rain or heat, or don’t feel like hosting another playdate in your own home,...
