It”s not easy for most of us to make time to exercise.  Add little kids to the mix and you’re lucky you even get to shower some days!  But, Stroller Strong has found a fun way to get you and your little one out the door for a workout each week; with a fitness class for moms/caretakers and their young children.  According to Owner/Instructor Rita Eversole-Doty, “Staying healthy and strong is key to being the best mom you can be for your children. This is a great way to achieve that as well as meet other moms and develop a strong support system.” From around March to the... [more...]

Grab your little ghosts and goblins!  It’s time for Trick or Treating!   Most cities in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana are holding Trick or Treating on Halloween, Monday, October 31 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  But, there are a few exceptions listed below. Saturday, October 29, 5:00-7:00 pm Metamora, Indiana Sunday, October 30, 1:00-4:00 pm Fairfield’s Brigdewater Falls, Ohio Monday, October 31, 4:00-7:30 pm Aurora, Indiana Monday, October 31, 5:30-7:00 pm Middletown, Ohio Trenton, Ohio Monday, October 31, 5:30-7:30 pm City of Oxford, Ohio Lebanon, Ohio Monroe, Ohio Monday, October 31, 5:30-8:00... [more...]

Each time my husband and I drive over the railroad track that runs along Wasson Avenue in Hyde Park and Oakley, we talk about how awesome it would be if that unused railroad track was a walking path. After all, it runs for 6 miles from Victory Parkway to Mariemont by way of Hyde Park and Mt.Lookout (through Ault Park). There is even a 2 mile long perfectly straight stretch running through Hyde Park and Rookwood Pavilion. There is a fan page on Facebook, although we’re not sure who the organizers are. Looks like they will be attending this weeks Hyde Park Council meeting, and hopefully some... [more...]

Recently for Mother’s Day, The Daily Beast conducted its annual ranking of best cities for moms. Cincinnati came in at number three. The rankings were based on the following criteria: Mothers-per-capita: Percentage of mothers in each city with one or more children under 18 (from census data.) Educational quality: Overall quality of schools, based on standardized test performance. Child care: The number of child care workers per child age 5, pulled from census data and Bureau of Labor Statistics. Maternity health specialists: Availability of maternity specialists, according to HealthGrades. Mother’s... [more...]

Don’t miss the chance to get rid of those old computers and televisions!  Hamilton County is offering a FREE recycling event for their residents. This program is only for residential households — sorry, businesses and organizations are not eligible. This FREE event will run from May 2 through October 31, 2011. Week Days: Monday – Friday, 9am – 4 pm Two Saturdays: Saturday, June 18 and Saturday, October 15, 9am – 2pm The recycling center is closed Memorial Day, May 30; Independence Day, July 4; and Labor Day, September 5. The following items are accepted at no charge: TVs,... [more...]

One of my favorite signs of summer is the start of the Hyde Park Farmers’ Market near Hyde Park Square. The market kicks off it’s pre-season this Sunday, May 1. The market will be located in the US Bank Parking lot, 3424 Edwards Road, 1/2 block from Hyde Park Square. This year’s hours are 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The market will take place every week through the end of summer. On Sunday, May 15, Bravo’s “Top Chef: The Tour” will be filming at the market. Come check it out! The regular market season starts in June and runs through September. To learn more about... [more...]

The CBS reality series has hit close to home several times — coming to Great Wolf Lodge in Mason, showcasing Chiquita CEO Fernando Aguirre — but it hasn’t featured the city as prominently until Cincinnati Mayor Mark Mallory starred in Sunday’s episode. Did Mayor Mallory get recognized while undercover in his own city? To find out what happened, visit the following links: Watch the whole episode Read the “cast” bios News at Cincinnati.com Mayor Mallory on WKRC More Cincinnati TV: Police Women of Cincinnati on TLC WKRP in Cincinnati on Hulu    Read More →

This Saturday your crawling tot can participate in the Huggies Little Movers Diaper Dash at area Babies ‘R’ Us stores. The winner at each location will receive a free three month supply of Huggies! This event is happening across the country on Saturday (February 5) from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Crawlers between seven and 12 months are eligible for the race. Fastest crawler wins! Race to the guest services desk at your Babies ‘R’ Us store to register or to learn more information. You have to register before your child can participate. Cincinnati-area locations are: BABIES ‘R’... [more...]

It’s that time of year! Take advantage of local holiday fun and try some of these local events to kindle your holiday spirit! PNC Festival of Lights Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden When: 5-9 p.m., nightly through Jan. 2 Tickets: Included with zoo admission, $14. ($9 for seniors 62+ and children 2-12.) Enjoy nearly 2 million LED lights, a Madcap Puppet show, rapping elves and more. When you visit, bring a new, unwrapped toy that will go to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati. More info: www.cincinnatizoo.org * Downtown Dazzle Fountain Square When: 6:30-7 p.m. Saturdays in... [more...]

On October 3 the CBS program Undercover Boss featured the Great Wolf Resorts company, and traveled to the Mason location for a day of filming. CEO Kimberly Schaefer went undercover to see how her company works, and she shadowed server Deanna in Mason. Deanna impressed the CEO with her work ethic and positive attitude, and in the end is asked to use her talents to help make the company better. Thanks for making us look so good! Check out a few minutes of the show, or go visit Great Wolf Lodge to see some of our local star employees. Learn more about the show. Check out Great Wolf Mason.  Read More →

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