Spring Break is right around the corner! Not planning a big family trip? Try these ideas for things to keep the kiddos entertained and happy during their time off from school.
10 Things to Do at Home and Around Town
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The Midlands has several activities around town to make welcoming in the new year fun for the whole family! And the best part is you can finish early enough to get the kids to bed, count down to midnight, and...
Think Columbia doesn't have enough culture and entertainment to offer? Think again. We have a large number of theatres for a city this size and they are all wonderful! Here's your guide to family-friendly theatre and beyond in Columbia.
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Ah, October. Finally, the temperatures have dipped to make outdoor activities slightly more bearable than they were a month ago. In addition to milder days spent at the zoo, the park, and the Riverwalk, October also means fun seasonal...
My son was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) when he was in kindergarten. Looking back, I wish I would have explored other holistic routes first rather than choosing medication. As a young, 20-year-old parent, I did exactly what...
It’s 99 degrees with 99% humidity. Summer’s here, and it’s still awesome - those golden weeks before the boredom sets in, before you’re climbing the walls and counting the days till school starts. Keep those golden weeks going with...
After our rather lengthy adventure at Peachtree Rock Heritage Preserve, I wanted to find something a little easier, a little closer, and definitely a bit shorter. After toying around with a few different ideas, I remembered a trail I...
You know all the baby and child-friendly places in the Midlands, but your child is too old for that stuff now. You need a new place, a new activity, a new family strategy. We've got a dozen ideas for you. So...
I love a house that looks and smells clean. When I only had one child I couldn't rest at night in my apartment if I had a dirty dish in my sink. You see, I am the oldest of four...
As a mom, when you hear you are having a boy it's such an amazing feeling. You know the likelihood of having a "Mama's Boy" is pretty high. I mean we are pretty awesome, right? One thing that we...
The temperature is dropping, which means fall is in the air and more outdoor activities for families to enjoy! Here is a list of fun, family fall activities in and around Columbia.
Festivals and Fairs
Chapin Labor Day Festival – 8/26- 9/04 – The...
There is a hidden gem in Fairfield County. If your children love trains, you need to travel whatever distance it is to the state's only tourist railroad located just south of Winnsboro. The South Carolina Railroad Museum plays host to...
I have the best memories of the times I spent with my grandparents growing up. On my dad's side I remember my grandma getting us a plastic ball and bat and tossing the ball to us in her Illinois...
If you are a family on a budget, it’s hard to pack up the kids and go to the movies. For a family of four, it’s at least $40 to just get into the theater – and that is if you...
In + Around Columbia
Columbia Family Events | May
May in Columbia is full of fun – from puppet shows, outdoor play, storytimes, art activities, and more! Get out your calendars and make...
