I love the Christmas season. All the décor and holiday festivities make me positively giddy. I am not, however, in favor of all this early decorating. I genuinely adore Autumn and bringing in the Christmas spirit early tends to put me in a Winter state-of-mind. Now, if you like the feeling that Winter extends from November until mid-March, by all means.
Want to make sure your family trip to the farm is amazing? Farms in the fall are perfect places for family fun and lots of memory-making. But, bringing your whole crew anywhere can sometimes be a little stressful, right? So, we have some tips to help you make your fall farm trip easy with nothing but fun and happy faces.
Looking for a fun way to explore our state’s different sources of plant and animal-based products? The South Carolina Agritourism Passport Program is an incentive program where people can earn free goodies for visiting places that are probably already on your to-do list! The good news is there are nearly two dozen farms not far from Greenville and Spartanburg. Visiting farms is more than a fun, family activity, it’s also a field trip worthy educational opportunity.
You can explore Lake Glenville, the highest lake in Eastern US, in Jackson County, NC by boat with Lake Glenville Scenic Boat Tours. We did the beautiful boat tour and will tell you all you need to know to enjoy the scenic lake.
Wondering what to do for Halloween this year? Here’s a list of destinations near the Upstate with Halloween events that are worth the drive. These make a stellar day trip and an even better weekend getaway. Don’t forget to let us know how you’re celebrating Halloween in 2020 in the comments.
Ready to load up the kids for a FREE DIY Kids Workshop at Lowe’s? Each month your kids will enjoy a new project and it’s totally free. Build and complete your project right in person at Lowes and you won’t even have to deal with the mess at home, or bring your free kit home and build whenever you want!
Looking for a museum that will totally wow your kids (and you, too)? The Mariners’ Museum and Park in Newport News, VA is packed with real-life ship parts, fascinating maritime stories, and interactive exhibits that make learning feel like play. Best of all? Admission is just $1 — seriously!
Planning a trip to Williamsburg, VA with your crew? Whether you’re into hands-on history, outdoor play, or splashy summer fun, there’s something nearby for everyone in the family. Here’s a handy guide to top attractions in Williamsburg, VA.
Fall will be here before we know it and you may be planning an apple picking trip with your family. Local mom Lacey Keigley shares her tips for picking apples with kids. You’ll find her tips super helpful in making your apple picking adventure a fun and memorable day for everyone!
Getting back into the swing of things for a new school year is no joke. It is hard. The early mornings, the bus schedule, the lunch packing, the homework, the extracurricular sports, the chalkboard first day or school photos. It can be overwhelming, which is why we turned to the most knowledgeable group of people we know to ask for tips: our readers.
