Apparently, I am a camper now. Never once had I ever been camping, even as a kid. I totally never pictured myself as a sleep on the ground, live in a tent kind of gal. But, I did it.
And you know...
July is National Picnic Month. Storied to have been founded by the American Bakers Association in 1952, National Picnic Month invites us to enjoy the great outdoors, summer sunshine, and of course, picnics.
In celebration of National Picnic Month, here...
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,...
Are you desperate for things to play outside but hate that you can't go to the park?
The necessary closing of all public parks, including state parks, has left many of us moms wondering how to get out kids outdoors...
#1 Guide to Summer Camps in Columbia
It’s time for the number one resource utilized year after year by Columbia area families – the Ultimate Guide to Summer Camps Around Columbia!
Our goal is to help you plan a fun and...
Our family just returned from an action-packed experience at the Colonial Life Arena. Monster Jam has returned for another year of high-flying action and four-wheel excitement. The Colonial Life Arena continues to have many measures in place to ensure...
Summer Solstice is the longest day of the year and is observed on either June 20, 21, or 22, depending on the position of the sun. No worries if you don't know how to calculate the position of the...
My family loves going camping. It is one of our favorite family activities. I started camping when I was a little girl and when I got married, I took my husband camping. We've been taking our boys since they...
Last year was tough on all of us in one way or another. In a year of disappointments and frustrations, one of mine was definitely not being able to celebrate my graduating fifth grader the way I'd hoped to.
My...
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...
Get ready for an adrenaline-packed weekend as Sandhill’s Flight Adventure Park takes off on Friday, January 12th, and Saturday, January 13th, with an epic relaunch that promises thrills, excitement, and brand-new attractions that will leave you breathless! Be among...
The beginning of October is an indicator of many things. It signifies fall, the start of fall activities and festivals, playing in the leaves, hot drinks, fall family bucket lists, and so much more. It also means Halloween will...
Think back to the best ice cream you’ve ever had. Whether in a frozen tub, from a shop, or at a party. What made it so special? Was it the creaminess, the softness, the flavor, the toppings? Or was...
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, a world-class recreational and educational attraction in Columbia, S.C., will open the much anticipated Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center on Thursday, March 2, 2023. Thanks to the generous support of The Boyd...
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Let’s Hit the Trails :: Top 10 Kid-Friendly Hiking Spots Around...
The Midlands is home to a surprising number of family-friendly hiking trails. This fun, inexpensive, and educational hobby is a great way to wear...
