Kelly Raffenberg
Take a drive along the Ohio Homefront to Warfront Trail and visit 10 WWII-related museums in celebration of the 75th anniversary of the end of WWII. This September marks the 75th anniversary of the ending of World War II. To celebrate, the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force and nine other Ohio museums have … 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
Warning: these 13 beautiful Ohio waterfalls will make you want to hit the trails right now! Rivers, lakes, and even some not-so-far beaches – Cincinnati is PACKED with beautiful waterways. When I’m in the mood to spend a day at the water, my go-to is usually a hike, venturing out on a kayak or canoe, … Read more
Summer 2020 is all about the great outdoors. Social distancing is so much easier in the fresh air, and the summer sun is a welcomed change after being encouraged to stay indoors the past few months. Cincinnati has always been a great place to be outside with plenty of parks, rooftop bars, and trails, and … Read more
Trails and creeks are some of the area’s most natural playgrounds and we are so lucky to have an abundance in Cincinnati! Kids of all ages (grown ups, too!) can stay busy for hours splashing in the water, checking out rocks, searching for fish, and exploring the ecosystems. Creeks are especially great for summer days … Read more
Blueberries are a summer staple in our house. We add them to muffins, pancakes, fruit trays, breakfast, lunch, dinner – you name it! Seriously, my kids are so obsessed with blueberries that I will sometimes find them standing in front of our refrigerator sneaking a handful straight from the container. Picking our own blueberries is … Read more
Some use Groundhog Day to mark when we can start looking forward to warmer weather. I prefer to use ice cream season! There are over 25 seasonal creamy whips and ice cream shops in Cincinnati! We hunted down all we could find, listed them alphabetically, included their opening days, and let you know how to … Read more
In the summer of social distancing, is there a better way to spend the day with a group of friends than heading out in some kayaks or canoes? Cincinnati is lucky to have so many options when it comes to bodies of water that are perfect for recreation. The Little Miami, Great Miami, and Whitewater … Read more
Donut Day is an event that happens each year on Fountain Square but, like everything else, 2020’s Donut Day will be a bit different. There’s no downtown celebration this year, but many local bakeries are still offering deals to help us celebrate. Just because this year’s celebration is different doesn’t mean it can’t be fun! … Read more
There’s no denying that we had some curve balls thrown at us this school year. Distance learning was new to many of us, and we all got to witness our kids’ resilient natures first-hand, and how amazing our teachers (AKA hometown heroes) are. The jury’s still out on what school will look like this fall, … Read more
Campgrounds in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana are beginning to open for the season – and after so much time inside this spring, spending some time in the great outdoors is going to be a welcomed change of pace (and scenery!) for many in the Cincinnati area this Summer. The Cincinnati area offers plenty of options … Read more
We are all looking forward to some time outdoors – and dogs are no exception! As outdoor community areas slowly begin to reopen, dog parks are the perfect spot to take your furry friend to stretch their legs. The Cincinnati area has 12 dog parks to enjoy with your pup – many with separate areas … Read more
With our close neighbor Lexington, Kentucky known as the “horse capital of the world”, it’s no surprise that there are quite a few horseback riding centers in the Cincinnati area! Whether you’re new to horseback riding, an experienced rider practicing for your next competition, or an owner looking for the perfect spot to ride your … Read more
Warmer weather is finally coming around, and Cincinnatians (and visitors!) are ready to come out of hibernation. While we love a good outdoor patio and beer garden, there’s something about a rooftop bar that feels a little more “summer”. Whether you prefer upscale cocktails and dinner for date night or a laid-back, family friendly Saturday … Read more
As the saying goes – on St. Patrick’s Day, everyone is Irish! Whether you prefer to celebrate with a 5k, parade, or pub crawl – there’s something for everyone (and all ages) during St. Patrick’s Day week in Cincinnati. But who says you have to pick just one? This year’s list of St. Patrick’s Day … Read more
While we love a good day (or weekend) of brewery-hopping, it’s going to take us awhile to hit all 290 of the great breweries in Ohio. But there’s another option: what better way to see (and taste!) all that the Ohio craft beer scene has to offer than visiting some Ohio beer fests? Hundreds of … Read more
There is a certain type of nostalgia that comes with skating rinks – like those coveted invites to the roller rink birthday parties, or pretending to be one of the Olympic greats on the ice. Whether you are channeling your inner Gretzky, Yamaguchi, or roller derby star, use the list below to find all the … Read more
Due to current circumstances, please check with each event for possible postponements and cancellations. Some people think music festivals are a west-coast thing, but I’d venture to say Ohio’s music fest scene can rival the greats! Every year Ohio music festivals continue to grow and draw bigger & bigger names. No matter the genre – … Read more