Kids Activities

Columbia area families may not be able to attend some of our favorite Easter egg hunts this year, but with a little help from our neighbors, we can go on an Easter egg hunt while still practicing social distancing....

I don't know about you, but I'm sure missing the library right about now.  I miss taking my kids, and letting them explore the children's area while I pick out books. They always loved going through the stacks as well,...

There is nothing like fruit that has just been harvested! The smell, the taste, the look, and even greater pride comes when you are the one who picked the succulent crop that you have on your hand (extra points...

Summer has arrived and if you are anything like me, trying to find ways to keep your toddlers busy can get overwhelming. Planning ahead makes the day go smoothly so be sure to pin this post to refer back...

"The days are long but the years are short." A friend wrote that phrase in a note to me shortly after I had my first baby. It was an excellent way to encourage me while I was in the newborn...

May in Columbia is full of fun – from princess parties to reptile events, storytimes, movies in the park, and more! Get out your calendars and make a note of all there is to do. Don’t forget to check out...

Over a hundred years ago, Anoka, Minnesota famously led the change of Halloween from a night for tricksters and dangerous pranks to a holiday for children and families. To keep the tradition going, here are nine spooky, kooky, and...

Photo Credit: Jocelyn Tran Photography Flight Adventure Park Sandhill just had its grand re-opening on January 12th, and it's more awesome than ever! The park got a fantastic makeover, and trust us, it's all about the fun of flight! With...

There is no argument that 2020 has been, above all things, just weird. Virtual everything, from school to VBS to camps to church. New phrases like “social distancing” “unprecedented”, and new accessories like masks and face shields.   When I heard...

Step into a good book and enjoy another interactive experience in Richland County. Richland Library is launching a second StoryWalk® location at Caughman Road Park (2733 Trotter Road, Hopkins).   Families can start at the walking trail near the oak-lined tree entrance and travel around...

One of my family’s absolute favorite places in Columbia is the Riverbanks Zoo! There’s so much to see and do! We’ve been members since moving here and we appreciate that they’re always working hard to create engaging, meaningful learning...

Spring Break is upon us! Not traveling anywhere? With a little extra effort and a sprinkle of "magic" you too can take your kids to Walt Disney World from the comfort of your own home. Here is your "Walt Disney...

March in Columbia is full of fun – from St. Patrick’s Day activities, storytimes, movies in the park, and more! Get out your calendars and make a note of all there is to do. Don’t forget to check out our local...

Most people have some set of normal family holiday traditions, my family included. Recently, we had the opportunity to mix it up a bit though. We’ve all heard of Santa visiting children on Christmas Eve and the Easter Bunny visiting...