Family Friendly Cincinnati

Family Fun This Weekend (May 18-20)

Amy — Fri, 18 May 2012 12:31:02 +0000

The weekend forecast is gorgeous – great weather and a ton to do – no excuse not to have a weekend full of family fun! MaiFest rolls back to Main Strasse this weekend and there is so much to do at this Tri-State tradition. Be sure to check their website for full details on what’s [...]

Asthma Awareness Month

KandiB — Thu, 17 May 2012 18:01:21 +0000

Did you know May was Asthma Awareness Month? I’ll be honest. I didn’t. This may not sound unusual until I tell you that I have a child who has asthma and another one with allergy induced asthma. What’s the difference in the two? It’s in the name. A’s is only prevalent when it’s spring and [...]

Summerfair Cincinnati is back in town!

AmyQ — Wed, 16 May 2012 14:30:34 +0000

This is the time of year that sees a favorite event return to the area…for the 45th time! That’s right, Summerfair Cincinnati is in its 45th year this year and it’s back at Coney Island for another wonderful weekend! June 1, 2 and 3 are the days to remember…3 days filled with art, tasty food [...]

Does Your Child Love Music?

MichelleH — Wed, 16 May 2012 12:04:52 +0000

I cannot carry a tune in a bucket. By some crazy miracle, my first born sounds like an angel when he sings. He can play the guitar and is actually able to tell you the note you are playing without watching what string you pluck….in fact, I’m not even sure it’s called a string. I know [...]

Adventure Boot Camp for Women – Two Weeks To Go

KarenE — Mon, 14 May 2012 11:45:17 +0000

Well, two weeks are in the books for my Adventure Bootcamp for Women course at KidsFirst in Blue Ash. (There’s also an Oakley, Anderson and Bridgetown location.). Finished. Done. How’s it gone? Just like I was advised, week one was very very hard. I was tired, sore and felt like I was just barely getting the job done. [...]

Family Fun This Weekend (May 11-13)

Amy — Fri, 11 May 2012 14:55:06 +0000

What a week…the weekend’s here and the weather is sizing up to be awesome. Get the plans made and have some family fun! The Cincinnati Reds are in town this weekend. In addition to all the frivolity of the ballpark, the Gatlinburg Department of Tourism will be in the Reds Fan Zone to host the [...]

TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALLGAME FOR A BUCK?!!!

Amy — Wed, 09 May 2012 15:12:31 +0000

Spontaneity is the spice of life right? Well, we just got word from our friends at The Enquirer that Florence Freedom has offered a special deal to readers for THURSDAY NIGHT’S GAME! For only $1 (plus the $1 online purchase fee) you can get a great seat at the ballpark as Florence Freedom take on [...]

Celebrate Ohio Tourism Month with Big Giveaways

Shannanb — Mon, 07 May 2012 19:19:13 +0000

You know how much we love the Tri-State, and how we are always saying how much there is to do for families here? Well the Warren County CVB agrees and in celebration of Ohio Tourism Month, all month long they are giving away one prize or getaway a day that will enable winners to get [...]

Guest Post: Promise Walk

Amy — Mon, 07 May 2012 16:43:17 +0000

Family Friendly is honored to welcome guest writer, Marlene Bradley. Marlene is here to tell us about the Promise Walk happening this Saturday in West Chester. My name is Marlene Bradley and I am a preeclampsia and HELLP syndrome survivor. Sadly, my daughter Madison Joy Bradley is not a survivor. On August 20, 2010, I [...]

Spend Mother’s Day with the Clifton Cultural Arts Center for 2nd Sunday Family Showtime!

KristinG — Thu, 03 May 2012 12:00:38 +0000

One of my favorite places to visit in Cincinnati is Clifton. Many people associate Clifton with college students attending the University of Cincinnati but Clifton is also a great place for families and friends of all ages. I’ve previously written about the fun my girls had when they did an acting workshop with the Clifton [...]