In + Around Columbia

I don't know about you, but I love a good burger! I'm always on the hunt for a restaurant with flavorful burgers of all kinds.  Here in Columbia, we've got quite a few options when it comes to burgers. I...

We are blessed to receive tax-funded public education in the U.S. Literacy is a gift whose praises cannot be stressed enough. And in addition to the option of a family's zoned or neighborhood school, there's a growing trend to...

We are so excited to partner with the Columbia Children’s Theatre again to bring you a special, fun-filled opening night family event for the production of Hansel & Gretel! Join the Columbia SC Moms Blog at The Columbia Children’s Theatre and experience the highly...

Whether you're a card-carrying Celtic or just Irish at heart, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the St. Patrick's Day in Columbia with your kids!  St. Patrick's Day Celebratory Kick-Off Event It seems like Columbia doesn't just limit St. Patrick's...

I love reading. So when I found out that a brand new independent bookstore that just opened up in Five Points, I knew I had to check it out. Since I was going there anyway, I decided to make...

Midlands Kids Festival Saturday, October 11, 2014 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center Mark your calendars for the Midlands Kids Festival on Saturday, October 11! This full day of fun for kids and parents offers free activities and...

For many families, next week is Spring Break, which means lots of time at home with the kids. Check out our "best of" ideas to keep your children entertained in (and out of) the capital city. Columbia "Staycation" Ideas Who says...

In Columbia, we are fortunate to have a vibrant performing arts scene, including top notch performances by productions by the Columbia City Ballet. On Jan. 27, they will be bringing back to the Koger Center Stage one of the...

There is so much more to Blythewood’s Doko Meadows Park than first meets the eye. With 25 acres to explore, there’s not much chance of anyone complaining about being bored! There’s plenty of shade, picnic tables, and benches for parents...

Columbia has many family entertainment options, including Riverbanks Zoo, trampoline parks, bowling alleys, and museums. Libraries are sometimes an overlooked source of entertainment, but my daughter and I have made it our go-to activity. In my humble opinion, the...

Fall is almost here! The air is getting cooler, the leaves are changing color (okay, maybe not here in Columbia, but at least the fall flavors are out in full force at Starbucks). One thing that has always signified the...

We are so excited to partner with the Columbia Children’s Theatre again to bring you a special, fun-filled red carpet family event for the production of Duck for President! Who: all Midlands families! What: A night of fun for all families. Tickets are all inclusive and include...

Over the weekend I stopped by Flava Filled Foods. It’s a ghost kitchen inside of IndulgeNPTs on North Main. If you're wondering what a ghost kitchen is, it's food prep operations with no waiters, no dining room, and no parking...

I have always been a brunch lover. I could eat breakfast foods for every meal and be completely satisfied. Fortunately for me (and all of you!), Columbia boasts a number of fantastic breakfast/brunch restaurants! There's Café Strudel, Eggs Up...