In + Around Columbia

Mother's Day in Columbia and beyond is quickly approaching. Are you ready?! I can't help but look back on my own mother and all the mother figures that shaped me into who I am today. My mother was always the...

Events and happenings around Columbia look different than they used to. While many places aren’t offering in-person get togethers, they are offering virtual activities to keep kids entertained and learning.  So grab your planner, bookmark this page, and start making...

One of my all-time favorite foods is biscuits. Yep, biscuits! Fortunately, living in the south makes it very easy to get access to some fabulous biscuit meals. So today I am very excited to feature Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits...

November in Columbia is full of fun – from fall events, movies in the park, puppet shows, storytimes, art activities, outdoor events, and more! Get out your calendars and make a note of all there is to do. Don’t forget...

Summer is coming up, and that means more opportunities to get out around the capital city as a family. There is so much to see and do this summer -- get ready to take notes, have fun, and show...

Stress-free holidays start with relinquishing control, at least that's what I'm telling myself.  This year I've come to a very important realization: I don't want to be the mom and wife that spends hours in the kitchen preparing recipes passed...

Your four year old nephew is in town to hang out with your three year old daughter. The kids have been cooped up inside all day while you and your sister work from your house. Where should you take...

If you've followed my writing for any amount of time, you know that I'm a deeply committed coffee addict. But not just any coffee! I only drink the good stuff. And some of the best coffee in Columbia, in...

It’s fall y’all which means … Halloween time! Check out the great events that the Columbia area has to offer below! From haunted houses to trunk or treats, corn mazes and more – there’s something for everyone! Deceased Farms Dates: September...

With new SpaceX launches and an exciting live-streamed landing of Perseverance on Mars, 2021 has renewed an interest in space among adults. How can we spread this fascination and enthusiasm to our children this summer? We've got some great...

Central Carolina Community Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications for the 2022-2023 school year now through March 5, 2022. More than 200 scholarship opportunities are available — totaling over $500,000. Interested students should visit www.yourfoundation.org/scholarships to view eligibility criteria...

I remember the morning that I took the first (of three!!) pregnancy tests. I was groggy and still half-asleep and honestly didn't think it would be positive. But something kept telling me to take a test anyway. I looked...

As springtime, longer days and warm weather approaches, I’ve been getting more excited about getting outside with family and friends. Restaurants with outdoor dining have always been my favorite. There’s something about being outdoors that somehow elevates any social...

Enter to win a family 4-pack of tickets to see the Jurassic World Live Tour at the Colonial Life Arena on Friday, January 19 at 7 p.m.! We're kicking off the new year with an awesome new giveaway! We've partnered...