Southwest Ohio Parent

13/04/2021

A little Tuesday morning motivation 👷‍♀️

12/04/2021

COSI Columbus' Dynamic Hands-On Science Center! has announced it will reopen to Members and the general public on June 3, 2021. Who's ready for a road trip 🚗

COSI has announced it will reopen to Members and the general public on June 3, 2021. “We look forward to welcoming everyone back to the nation’s #1 science center. It has been a year full of challenges and opportunities emphasizing the critical importance of science and science literacy and we c...

12/04/2021

Earth Day falls on Thursday, April 22 this year, and we've rounded up 10 ways you can celebrate in Southwest Ohio all month long 🌎

Earth Day falls on Thursday, April 22 this year. Check out this list of 10 ways to celebrate Earth Day in Cincinnati with your family!

11/04/2021

Anyone else in post-dinner snack mode yet?

09/04/2021

🚨 This weekend 🚨 April 10-11 at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Richmond is where families save 50-90% on everything growing kids need during the Just Between Friends Richmond, Indiana sale!

APRIL 10-11 at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Richmond is where families save 50-90% on everything growing kids need. Kids grow SO fast! When you shop at Just Between Friends you’ll save hundreds of dollars on clothes, shoes, books, toys and all the baby gear you need for the next season of your ...

08/04/2021

Want to see your kids in the June issue of Southwest Ohio Parent? We're looking for cute photos of kids being kids for the Local Kids page! Email your best photos to [email protected] (with the child's first name and age), and your photo might appear in the magazine!

08/04/2021

April is the month we put the focus on our Planet, with Earth Day on April 22 and Arbor Day on April 30. To make real, positive change, we need to celebrate Earth Day every day. Here are five easy ways your family can live a little more “green” any day of the year 🌎

This month, we celebrate Earth Day to focus on making positive changes in the environment, but the reality is, if we’re going to see the needle move in the direction of a cleaner, more healthy earth, we need to practice Earth Day every day. With news of a changing climate, it can often seem overwh...

07/04/2021

Five Rivers MetroParks green spaces have been there for us throughout the pandemic. Now, they are working to reopen park amenities, such as visitor centers and shelters, and will resume select public offerings this spring.

Five Rivers MetroParks (FRMP) will reopen park amenities, such as visitor centers and shelters, and will resume select public offerings this spring. These changes are in response to revised guidance from Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Public Health – Dayton & Montgomery County. “We are so grateful th...

07/04/2021

That includes laundry 💃

06/04/2021

It's 📚 and we want to give a shout out to all of the local libraries that do so much for our community every day. We're looking at you Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library, MidPointe Library System, Kenton County Public Library, Clermont County Public Library, Mason Public Library and Dayton Metro Library!

And next time you visit your local library, be sure to pick up a copy of Southwest Ohio Parent Magazine!

06/04/2021

Zoo Blooms is back at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden 🌸🌺🌷, and it's a perfect way to spend a Spring Day!

A trip to the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden annual Zoo Blooms will spark the garden lover in you!

05/04/2021

Looking for a way to celebrate Earth Day? Five Rivers MetroParks is inviting the public to help protect the region’s natural heritage by registering for and picking up free Adopt-A-Park service kits. Register by April 16 🌎

Five Rivers MetroParks’ annual Earth Day celebration, Adopt-A-Park, will return this year — but in a different way. The public is invited to participate and help MetroParks protect the region’s natural heritage by registering for and picking up free Adopt-A-Park service kits. Each Adopt-A-Park...

05/04/2021

Don't throw those plastic Easter eggs away! We've got 10 creative ways to reuse those colorful pint-size containers 🥚🐰

1. Edible Egg Healthy snacks can be fun; it’s all about the container. Pack plastic eggs full of baby carrots, raisins and sunflower seeds for a snack on-the-go. 2. Wacky Wallet Children love accessories that make them feel like grown-ups. Fill their egg with dollars or change. You can even drill ...

02/04/2021

Just in time for Spring cleaning, the Target Car Seat Trade-In Event is back!

Just in time for Spring cleaning, Target’s semi-annual Car Seat Trade-In program is back, April 5-17, 2021.

02/04/2021

Did you know that early signs of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can show up in toddlers as young as 12 months old? With this knowledge in hand, parents and caregivers can look out for specific behaviors and missed milestones and get your child the help they need to learn, grow and thrive.

Learning to recognize the early markers of ASD can be a challenge, but it’s important for intervention.

01/04/2021

Have you ever wondered what the feminine products you purchase and use every month are made with? Or if they’re safe to use? Wh**ey Sharp, DO, OB-GYN with Kettering Health Network, answers some common questions about period products and shares information all women should know.

Wh**ey Sharp, DO, OB-GYN with Kettering Health Network, answers some common questions about period products and shares information all women should know.

01/04/2021

Drive in movies are returning this spring! To make the most of your drive-in movie theatre experience, it helps to be prepared. Here are 10 tips for visiting a drive-in movie with kids 🎬

Going to a drive-in movie theatre is a memorable experience. There’s just something special about staying up way past your bedtime, snuggling in your vehicle, and watching a movie under the stars with dozens of other families. If you’ve never been, it’s definitely something to add to your fami...

01/04/2021

Genius 🙌

31/03/2021

At Bishop Leibold School, they believe that your student’s early learning experience sets the stage for their educational future! That is why you will find them in their classrooms working on engaging, hands-on, fun learning activities with our students.

At Bishop Leibold School, we believe that your student’s early learning experience sets the stage for their educational future!

30/03/2021

For alternative learners and their families, Summit Academy Schools offers a place to grow, build hope and strive for success, through their network of tuition-free public schools located throughout greater Ohio, for students in kindergarten through grade 12.

For alternative learners and their families, Summit Academies offers a place to grow, build hope and strive for success for students in kindergarten through grade 12.

30/03/2021

Today is National Take a Walk in the Park Day! With so many great parks in our area, it's a pretty easy day to celebrate. Check out a few of our favorites 🚶

Check out this list of the best places to hike in Southwest Ohio with kids and start making plans for family adventure this spring and summer!

29/03/2021

Gardening is a great activity to do as a family. It gets kids involved in learning about where their food comes from, but there are so many other benefits! Here are just some of the reasons why you should consider getting out in the garden with your kids.

Written By: Melissa Gibson Due to stay-at-home orders and increased time at home, gardening is becoming a go-to activity for many families. Now that it’s officially spring and the weather is getting warmer, now is the time to think about what to grow this season in your home garden. Gardening is a...

29/03/2021

🚨2 Days Only🚨 APRIL 10-11 at the Wayne County Fairgrounds is where families save 50-90% on everything growing kids need at the Just Between Friends Richmond, Indiana Spring Sale 👚🧸 🛍

APRIL 10-11 at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Richmond is where families save 50-90% on everything growing kids need. Kids grow SO fast! When you shop at Just Between Friends you’ll save hundreds of dollars on clothes, shoes, books, toys and all the baby gear you need for the next season of your ...

26/03/2021

We're looking at you, blueberry flavored Nutri-Grain bars.

26/03/2021

Do you have dino-obsessed kids? Or simply kids who love to dig? Head to Trammel Fossil Park in Sharonville for free fossil-searching fun! 🦖🦕

Trammel Fossil Park is located in an industrial area of Sharonville. It's 10 acres of rocky, rugged terrain, exposed to the elements.

24/03/2021

Preschool lays the groundwork for a child's entire education. Learn the important life skills your child will learn at a quality preschool.

The day begins with a morning meeting. It’s 9 a.m., and there is a significant problem to be solved. A new toy has been introduced to the preschool. So what’s the problem? There is only one toy. There are 20 preschool students. During the morning meeting, the students will discuss and decide who...

22/03/2021

Looking for a summer camp for your kids this year? Check out The Salvation Army Kroc Center Dayton's Camp Kroc!

Camp Kroc is an ACA accredited day camp run by The Salvation Army Dayton Kroc Center for children ages 6-12. This year’s camp has seven different, fun themed weeks, such as ninja warrior, super heroes, art, and Lego! Get more info here.

Camp Kroc is an ACA accredited day camp run by The Salvation Army Dayton Kroc Center for children ages 6-12. This year’s camp has seven different, fun themed weeks, such as ninja warrior, super heroes, art, and Lego. In addition to character-building classes, campers can expect to participate in S...

22/03/2021

Spring Break Road Trip Idea: If you have a superhero fan in your house, now's the time to make the trip to Indianapolis to see DC Super Heroes: Discover Your Superpowers at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis. With 5 floors of fun, this museum is always worth the trek.

Grab your capes and get ready to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Wonder Woman when DC Super Heroes™: Discover Your Superpowers makes a return engagement to The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis from March 20 to September 26, 2021. Children and families join forces with Batman, Superman, Wonder...

22/03/2021

Did you know there's a quick and easy way to donate old LEGO bricks? LEGO Replay takes the bricks your child no longer needs and passes them on to future builders 👷

Let’s face it, LEGO bricks are amazing…but they can multiply quickly. If you’ve found yourself with an overflow of LEGO bricks, or you’re are simply stepping on one too many a day (OUCH!), there’s a quick and easy way to donate your excess bricks. LEGO Replay is a partnership between LEGO ...