Kids Activities

Columbia is the stomping ground for preserving beautiful public parks. Public parks have always served as a pillar in communities, as they have a way of connecting residents together through play, political activities and programming. Our parks have tons of...

Springdale is a section of West Columbia located between downtown Columbia and the Columbia Metropolitan Airport. The area is home to many families and one of our favorite playgrounds, Felton C. Benton Park. This playground is convenient to Cayce,...

While the weather outside is still trying to figure itself out, the holiday season in the Midlands is warming up. From holiday parades to tree lightings, craft fairs and more – expect to find many opportunities to make holiday...

As I begin preparation for this November's National Novel Writing Month, also known as NaNoWriMo, I reminisce about my own writing journey to becoming an author and publisher. As soon as I was able to scribble words, I began...

One thing our family is doing to focus on what we are grateful for this season is creating "Thanksgiving Leaves" as our table centerpiece. It's a fun way to add a touch of fall color to your home while...

November in Columbia is full of fun – from storytimes, art activities, puppet shows, festivals, and more! Get out your calendars and make a note of all there is to do. Don’t forget to check out our other local guides...

Halloween has always been one of those holidays that just brings out the inner child in all of us! I mean what is more fun than the idea of dressing up, and pretending to be ANYTHING or ANYONE you...

Every September and October I have the same good intentions. The following conversation takes place in my head every year and goes a little bit like this... I say to myself, "Self? This is the year that we are going...

Over a hundred years ago, Anoka, Minnesota famously led the change of Halloween from a night for tricksters and dangerous pranks to a holiday for children and families. To keep the tradition going, here are nine spooky, kooky, and...

When severe weather hits, whether it's rain, hurricane conditions, thunderstorms or showers, it leaves us stuck at home with the kids and looking for activities to do. While it's easy to zone out in front of the television or...

With fall just around the corner, I'm pulling out all my fleece sweatshirts and flannels. I already had my first pumpkin spice latte! Speaking of pumpkins, it's time for some family fun pumpkin patches. Here's a list of some...

Eudora Farms is a drive-thru safari park located in Salley, South Carolina. It's actually the very first drive-thru safari park in SC! Eudora Farms allows you to observe and feed exotic animals from around the world, all while seated...

The South Carolina State Museum is pleased to host “Accessibility Mornings,” beginning Saturday, September 10 from 9 – 11 a.m. This special program provides free access for families of children, teenagers and young adults who would benefit from a...

I've been meaning to take my kids out to Congaree Swamp since last summer, but it seemed so far away from where we live in Lexington. But after trekking out to the Timmerman Trail, I realized it is only...