This is going to be the year for all the outdoor things… even for the winter time! So when the snow starts to hit the fan (literally), pull up this list of all the great snow tubing and skiing spots in and around the Cincinnati area. All of the snow tubing, snow boarding, and ski … Read more
Are you hoping to simplify your Christmas dinner this year? Or perhaps your celebration is a bit smaller than usual? You’re in luck because our local restaurants are pulling out all the stops and are ready to help! Yep, these Christmas dinner to-go combinations look pretty sweet, especially in the year 2021! The following Cincinnati … Read more
With all the Christmas cancellations that are bound to occur in 2020, we’re all going to be looking for clever ways to give the kids a safe opportunity to see Santa in 2020. You’ll be glad to learn that Santa Claus is on the job and has some options for you! He’s ready and willing … Read more
A cherished holiday tradition returns for 2020! Fountain Square will welcome the Ice Rink back for the season … with a few changes AND a fun new surprise! The Fountain Square Ice Rink will return for 2020-21 The ice rink will return for 2020-21 and will operate with timed reservations. That means you’ll want to … Read more
When it comes to parks, there’s no denying that our city has some of the best parks around. No matter the season, there is always something to do… something to see… a great place to hike. With that in mind, I thought it would be fun to share a few of my favorite spots for … Read more
What do you do when you’re faced with a dreary winter day in Cincinnati? You create your own Hot Chocolate Tour! I started with a little research before we left home, making a list of all the downtown spots that serve some sort of “elevated” hot chocolate. And then we headed out to try them … Read more
Did you know that it takes upwards of 40 gallons of sap to make one gallon of maple syrup?! AND it can take up to 40 years for a maple tree to produce a decent amount of sap! When you consider that one tree produces 5-10 gallons of sap, you start to realize what a precious … Read more
If you’re looking for some February fun in Cincinnati, we’ve got you covered! Enjoy this month-long list of things to do. February 1: Winter Hike Series from Great Parks of Hamilton County. Get outside and away from distraction this winter. Come together during the Annual Winter Hike Series for a challenging hike that ventures through … Read more
Can you believe it’s 2020 already?! We can’t predict what this year will hold but we certainly can tell you how great January is going to be! There’s lots to do in Cincinnati this month. Fun events include lots of hearty cooking classes, tours, full moon walks, German Winterfest, and… Disney‘s The Lion King will … Read more
There are a number of Cincinnati Christmas events that I look forward to each year and the Holiday Show at the Krohn Conservatory is one of them. They manage to blow me away each and every year and I’m happy to say that 2019 is no exception! In fact, this year’s “Zinzinnati Holiday” may be … Read more
You know it’s Christmas in Cincinnati when the Duke Energy Trains open for the season! The Duke Energy trains have been a Cincinnati Christmas tradition since 1946. There are many among us who can remember heading downtown to see these same trains and tracks at CG&E! With more than 300 rail cars and 60 locomotives, … Read more
One of our favorite holiday traditions is to go to the Cincinnati Zoo’s Festival of Lights. It’s a wonderful way to kick off the holiday season in Cincinnati. Festival of Lights has something for everyone – from parents to kids to teens and everything in between. It’s Bigger and Brighter Than Ever This year’s … Read more
Here we are for another installment of “365 Things to do in Cincinnati” and today I’m highlighting my recent visit to The Cincinnati Zoo. As part of their “Penguin Days” promotion, The Cincinnati Zoo is typically offers a deal on admission (see their site for details). I know that’s not a penguin but isn’t he … Read more