60 Things to do in Columbus when it’s Cold

Tour Middle West Distillery. Take your kiddos for indoor play at Firefly Play Cafe or Zen Kids Play Cafe. Play lazer tag at Lazer Kraze. Explore one of our many libraries. Learn how they make mead with a tour of Brothers Drake Meadery. Watch a movie in the most comfortable chairs at Marcus Theater. Learn […]

Hocking Hills Canopy Tour

  My husband and I are adventure seekers who love exploring everything that Ohio has to offer. One of our favorite places to go is Hocking Hills. Located in southeastern Ohio, about an hour’s drive outside of Columbus, the area is filled with impressive scenery, incredible caves, beautiful trails and new to […]

DeMonye’s Greenhouse

DeMonye’s Greenhouse is one of my most favorite fall spots to take the kiddos. This was our third or fourth year going to their ‘haunted’ greenhouse. The completely transform their greenhouse into a kid-friendly haunted house. The entire greenhouse is filled with fun things, such as corn filled play areas, […]

Amy’s Donuts

Amy’s Donuts has been on my radar for quite some time. With their location being on the westside, it took some planning to make trip out there. (I know, I know – everywhere in Columbus takes 20-30 minutes MAX, but, it just felt so far!) Not being familiar with this […]

Westerville Community Center

 The Westerville Rec Center is one of my f a v o r i t e spots in Columbus for many reasons. The space is gorgeous and offers many different things for our community to enjoy. It is one of my go-to spots when it gets colder outside and will […]

Wyman Park – Grandview Heights

Wyman Woods in Grandview As the weather cools down, keep in mind Wyman Woods Park in Grandview. The reason I say “as the weather cools down” is because there isn’t much shade on the playground, unless you climb under the play structure. In comparison to other playgrounds in Columbus, it’s […]

Gantz Park

 Gantz Park in Grove City was such a gem to find! Not only do they have an off-trail nature explore area, playground and huge shelter area, they have The Gardens at Gantz, along side the historic Gantz farmhouse. The gardens provide a unique look at horticulture throughout time. Park staff and […]

Thompson Park – Upper Arlington

Recently, our friends invited us to Thompson Park in Upper Arlington. It was our first time visiting and we are hooked. It was great. I loved that they had two separate play areas, as well as TONS of green space for running! 4250 Woodbridge | Upper Arlington, OH | 43220 Located […]

Exploring Apple Ridge at Sharon Woods Metro Park

The Metro Parks in Columbus are a true blessing. Not only do they offer a serene green space in the heart of the city, but they also organize amazing events and feature excellent playgrounds. Recently, our large nanny group gathered and it was tough finding an outdoor space that could […]