Central Ohio’s newest Star

April 5, 2013 By Leave a Comment
starlanes

Last night, our family was lucky enough to be invited to a special pre-grand opening celebration at Star Lanes Polaris, a fabulous new "boutique" bowling alley/restaurant that sits just in front of the Polaris Fashion Place mall. It is a fantastic new offering for central Ohio families or couples looking for a fun night out! Several years ago, while visiting my fam in LA, we went to the Lucky Strike bowling alley/ restaurant in Torrance and had our minds blown. The atmosphere was way more … [Read more...]

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Fall family fun around Columbus

October 19, 2012 By 2 Comments
Leeds Family Farm 2011

I love the fall season, especially with a little one. What could be more fun than playing in leaves, visiting apple orchards and picking pumpkins? And here in Ohio, we have so many options. Here are a few of our favorites. Leeds Farm. This fall fun spot has a special place in my heart because last year was Zoe's first time experiencing fall fun on her own two feet, and we took her here not once but twice. It rocked her world! She had sooo much fun playing in the corn boxes, climbing hay … [Read more...]

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Franklin Park Conservatory is a Columbus oasis

August 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Franklin Park Conservatory 2012

You know how so many places for kids can be loud, overwhelming and exhausting - overrun with other people's screaming, grubby monsters? (Not your kids or Zoe. Ours are perfect angels.) Think Chuck E. Cheese. Or even COSI for example - I love the place and Zoe does too, and it's the number one kids science center in the country for a reason, but I can only handle it in small doses. I find myself very depleted and in need of a nap after spending more than a couple of hours there. (Fortunately, … [Read more...]

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New summer fun in Columbus

July 20, 2012 By 2 Comments
Stingray Bay rocks!

There's so much to do in Columbus during summertime - awesome splash pads, fairs and festivals, pools and parks to explore. But this year, we have two great new additions that will especially please the little ones. Stingray Bay at the Columbus Zoo is awesome! I can't believe I haven't heard more buzz about this fabulous new addition to an already stellar zoo. We've visited stingray touch tanks at places like Long Beach, CA's Aquarium of the Pacific and the world-class Monterey Bay … [Read more...]

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A rant about cupcakes

June 29, 2012 By 5 Comments
Mrs Goodmans cupcakes

This is actually part two in my cupcake tour series. My original cupcake tour post appeared on the Discovering Ohio blog last year. I have a rant about cupcakes, which I'll share shortly, but it's not because I don't like cupcakes. Oh no, it's the opposite. I LOVE cupcakes. And I'm happy to report that despite many snooty, jaded food writers and bloggers repeatedly announcing that cupcakes are dead, the cupcake craze continues to rave on. Why? Because they are delicious. And tiny - well, … [Read more...]

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Friday Favorites: best drinks in Columbus

March 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Black Orchid at M

I don’t drink alcohol. When I say that in social settings, I tend to get a gasp of shock or notice people recoiling in horror, but really it’s no big deal. Alcohol just doesn’t agree with me. That said, I still enjoy a good adult beverage - just sans alcohol. I like fancy drinks, but not necessarily fruity ones – just really good ones. Here, without further ado, are my top picks for the best drinks in Columbus. Most of these also happen to be at places where you can get great food. And … [Read more...]

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Friday Favorites: outdoor family fun in NE Columbus

February 25, 2012 By 3 Comments
Millstone Creek Park

We’re having such an odd, unseasonably mild Ohio winter. This time last year, I blogged about indoor play spaces for winter fun. But instead of our usual gray days and sub-zero temperatures, lately we’ve been treated to mild weather and sunshine. And I’m not complaining! In fact, we know just where to go on these balmy days. In today’s Friday Favorites, here are our family’s favorite outdoor go-to spots in northeast Columbus. (Side note: I didn’t know whether to call these parks … [Read more...]

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Food, travel and fun in Ohio

January 10, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Three little cupcakes

Before beginning my very own mom blog here, I wrote about family fun on my client’s blog, Discovering Ohio. It’s a great resource for anyone who lives, works or plays in the great state of Ohio, as it’s full of fun things to do, visit and see year-round. Here are my posts from  Discovering Ohio this past year:  November Family Fun at the Zoo - If you only visit the zoo during summer months, you’re in for a treat. Here’s my rundown on why November is one of the best months to do … [Read more...]

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Toddler birthday parties

January 10, 2012 By 5 Comments
My dream pony party

At what age do you start doing something really fun and out there for your little one’s birthday celebration? Is two too young? We’re coming up fast on birthday number two and I am so ready to plan a dream birthday party for Zoe and her little friends. For Zoe’s first birthday, we had a family-only affair at home. It was awesome, but pretty low-key – a cute invitation, some decorations, presents and a cake. The highlight (aside from having family members there who had traveled a long … [Read more...]

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