The South Carolina State Museum is celebrating Spring Break from April 4 – 16 with 50% off general admission for kids aged 12 and under. Plus, guests can enjoy a brand-new line-up of exciting planetarium and 4D theater shows and...
It's no secret we love Carowinds and all the fun and excitement they offer children and parents alike ... and now it just got better! Opening for the spring 2018 season, Carowinds will debut a newly expanded kids’ area. Formerly...
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...
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...
Apparently, I am a camper now. Never once had I ever been camping, even as a kid. I totally never pictured myself as a sleep on the ground, live in a tent kind of gal. But, I did it.
And you know...
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Thinking ahead? Planning your summer? No more school!!
Moms… don't panic just...
With fall just around the corner, I'm pulling out all my fleece sweatshirts and flannels. I already had my first pumpkin spice latte! Speaking of pumpkins, it's time for some family fun pumpkin patches. Here's a list of some...
One of my biggest struggles as a new mother was overcoming the feeling of isolation. I often felt trapped at home by seemingly never-ending nursing and crying marathons. I remember being so excited once my son got through that...
November in Columbia is full of fun – from storytimes, art activities, puppet shows, festivals, and more! Get out your calendars and make a note of all there is to do.
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Another school year has come and gone, and the summer (and summer heat) are already in full-swing. We all want to make our children's summers as memorable as possible, and soak up that extra time we have with them...
As I begin preparation for this November's National Novel Writing Month, also known as NaNoWriMo, I reminisce about my own writing journey to becoming an author and publisher. As soon as I was able to scribble words, I began...
Like most parents in mid-August, I begin the school year with the best of intentions.
I lay out carefully selected matching outfits the night before the school day and the backpacks have been double checked and lined up by door...
Oh my, how I love strawberries! Really, any kind of berry.
Good news is, the middle of April marks the start of strawberry season in the Midlands, and there will be more than enough fresh, red little gems to pick and...
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...
In + Around Columbia
Weekend Events for Kids
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