Bridgett Raffenberg 
It’s been a long time coming! Roo Valley is ready to open at The Cincinnati Zoo! Roo Valley, the newest feature at the Cincinnati Zoo, will open to the public on August 18, 2020. The exhibit features the Zoo’s first-ever kangaroo walk-about and the largest outdoor Little Blue Penguin habitat. Walk Amongst the Kangaroos at … Read more
Craving Italian, but not in the mood to cook? Cincinnati has tons of tasty Italian restaurants offering carryout options. One of the best things about Italian dishes is that they’re made to be shared. So whether you’re ordering for one or need a family-sized meal, your local Cincinnati Italian restaurants have you covered. Place your … Read more
2020 has been an interesting year, to say the least…especially when it comes to finding ideas for a fun date night in Cincinnati! Coronavirus has certainly thrown a wrench into some of our tried and true date night ideas in Cincinnati, so we’ve created a new list of socially distanced dating ideas in Cincinnati to … Read more
A College Hill parking lot has been transformed into a social distancing drive-in destination for the summer of 2020…. and their classic movie line-up can’t be beat! Say hello to The Hollywood Drive-In Theatre, a summer of 2020 event put together by The College Hill Community Urban Redevelopment Corporation (CHCURC)*. Movies will play at The … Read more
The Nature Playscape at the Cincinnati Nature Center is what kids’ dreams are made of! Imagine getting to discover and play on over an acre of forest, fields, water, and natural habitats – just like our parents and grandparents did in their childhoods. Kids can splash in the dirt, wander through the wildflowers, build, climb … Read more
The sunflowers are plenty and they’re in bloom right now at Lynd Fruit Farm (aka The Patch on 37)! Load up the car and charge up the phone because this Ohio sunflower field is ready and waiting for your visit. “The Patch on 37” is Ohio’s largest sunflower patch. Located in Alexandria, Ohio, this farm … Read more
The “A Christmas Story House & Museum” is the ultimate destination for 80s movie fans. Few Christmas movies are quite as iconic as “A Christmas Story”. First released in 1983, this holiday hit quickly became a cult classic and a popular part of many a holiday tradition. Take your super fan status to the next … Read more
With all that’s going on in 2020, we thought it would be great to highlight some locally owned and operated Cincinnati restaurants that offer great takeout meals…. great for those days when you just. can’t. cook. another. meal! We’re trying to stay all local with this “Dining Out at Home” series (yes, it’s a series … Read more
Cincinnati may be known for our craft beer but the distillery scene in Cincinnati is just as authentic and impressive. From 100+ year old recipes to creating your own custom bourbon, have some fun trying out some spirits at your hometown Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky distilleries. We all know about Cincinnati’s beer history but the … Read more
Today we’re taking you on a virtual tour of the murals in nearby Hamilton, Ohio! You all know that Cincinnati has an amazing set of murals (thanks to ArtWorks!) but did you know that Hamilton, Ohio has its own set of fabulous murals as well? Street Spark is Hamilton’s own public art program. The mural … Read more
Whether you’re looking for a fun day trip, a place to walk or ride along the river, or a city with a great downtown stroll, a visit to Hamilton, Ohio needs to make it onto your calendar. Located just 20 miles north of Cincinnati, this charming spot is one of my new favorite destinations for … Read more
Cincinnati Nature Center is a perennial favorite spot…. for myself and so many others. And for good reason! This place has loads of options when it comes to hiking and exploring nature. I used to visit the Nature Center at least once a week “back in the day” and actually lived right down the street … Read more
Pack the picnic basket, a big blanket, and head out to one of our great picnic spots in Cincinnati! From parks with a view to expansive fields of green, here are some of the best places to enjoy a meal in the great outdoors. Whether you’re looking for a family friendly outing, a new spot … Read more
Need a break from the hot summer weather? According to Ohio Caverns, “It’s always 54 degrees in the cave!” Ohio Caverns is located just over 100 miles northeast of downtown Cincinnati in West Liberty, Ohio. According to Google Maps, the drive clocks in at just under 2 hours – perfect for a day trip or … Read more
If you grew up in Cincinnati in the 70s, these will need no introduction – Cincinnati Zoo Talking Storybook Keys! Yes, the Cincinnati Zoo Talking Storybook keys are back to share with a new generation! Zoo-goers can insert and turn their new Zoo Keys at 20 different boxes around the park to hear tales … Read more
Summer is all about the great outdoors! Cincinnati has always been a great place to be outside with plenty of parks, rooftop bars, and trails, and more to choose from. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite outdoor activities to help you plan the ultimate outdoor weekend in Cincinnati and its surrounding areas. Spend a … Read more
Ditch the gym and take your workout outside this summer! I’ve rounded up all the free summer exercise and fitness classes for Cincinnati and I’ve listed them by the day. Now get out there and move! Last updated: July 1, 2020 Do keep in mind that these classes are outside and weather dependent. Be sure … Read more
We will be exploring all things parks and outdoor recreation for the summer of 2020. If it’s outdoors and free, you can bet it will go on the list for this year. And if we can fit in a park AND a water activity? That’s something that checks all the boxes for us! We recently … Read more