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Make Time for "The Clock"

 

© Christian Marclay: The Clock, 2010 Courtesy White Cube, London and Paula Cooper Gallery, New York (All Images)

If you have not yet caught the Wexner Center's Christian Marclay: The Clock, well, the clock is ticking. It is in town for just one more week!

 

The Clock is a twenty-four-hour-long video work comprised of film clips perfectly synchronized to the time of wherever it is showing. When it is two-twenty in the afternoon in Columbus, for example, the screen shows a shot of Crocodile Dundee looking into the afternoon sun and saying "it's two-twenty."

 

The piece premiered at London's White Cube gallery in 2010 and won the Golden Lion at the 2011 Venice Biennial for Best Artist. The Wexner Center and Columbus have the honor of being the first non-coastal U.S. city to show the work.

Swiss-American artist Christian Marclay spent three years assembling thousands of video clips depicting every minute of the day, largely through shots of clocks and watches and occasionally through characters' dialogue.

The clips span through decades of movies from the classic to the contemporary, featuring movie stars from Cary Grant to Nicolas Cage. The featured movies run the gamut from the blockbuster to the obscure; high- to low-brow, and across multiple languages. There are also a few television clips: I spotted two of my favorites, Twin Peaks and The X-Files.

Marclay, who is a sound artist, bleeds background music from one scene into the next, tricking the viewer into the anticipation of a climax. There is no final scene, however, says Marclay. The beginning is when you walk in and the end is when you leave. The viewer creates their own experience: whether that is ultimately a meditation on the nature of time or a game of movie trivia.

 

Several critics have commented on the hypnotic effect of the work and, indeed, it is easy to, quite paradoxically, completely lose track of time while watching each minute tick by.

"You become at once very conscious of the time and also of the fact that time flies," said Jennifer Wray of the Wexner Center who introduced the piece to me.

Usually visitors can only see The Clock during gallery opening hours (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.) with the exception of a few special showings when the gallery stays open overnight -- the next, and last, will be next weekend.

The final 24-hour long showing at the Wexner Center coincides with the gallery's free admission the first Sunday -- so you can watch almost the entire work for free (from 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 6th to 11 a.m. on Sunday, April 7th). Comfortable Ikea couches in the exhibition space will make it easy to stay a while.

I asked Jennifer if anyone had watched the whole twenty-four hours straight. "Not as far as I know", she said, "but we have had at least one person that has done 12 hours: from five in the evening until five in the morning."

"People don't get kicked out. You can be in there as long as you want."

 

Be sure to visit this exhibit before it ends Sunday, April 7th.

Young's Dairy Easter Egg Hunt - A Family Tradition

 

Young's Dairy Easter Egg Hunt- photo courtesy Young's Dairy

Easter hits early this year, and there’s no doubt kids are anxious to get out of the house. What better way to cut them loose than to hunt for more than 4,000 Easter eggs on the sprawling grounds at Young’s Jersey Dairy in Yellow Springs, Ohio.

 

On Easter Sunday, March 31^st, Young’s Dairy hosts their 31st Annual Easter Egg Hunt beginning at 2:00pm (ages 4 and under), 2:15pm (ages 5-7) and 2:30pm (ages 8-10). Be sure to bring your camera to capture great photos of your kids with Barnabe, Young’s mascot, who will be on hand throughout the day. The event is free and there are plenty of dyed hard-boiled eggs for everyone. You will want to arrive 15 minutes prior to your child’s category to get into position.   

 

Young's Dairy Easter Egg Hunt- photo courtesy Young's Dairy

Dan Young, CEO and Chief Ice Cream Dipper, told me that what started off as a small egg hunt by the barn 31 years ago has turned into a several-acre hunt and a tradition for many families.

 

“We yell ‘GO’ and I see 2,000 eggs disappear in two minutes. It is amazing! People who used to come here years ago, are now here with their own children,” said Young.

 

Families who have children who are too old for the egg hunt can enjoy a special Mattel road show that includes an interactive Hot Wheels experience from 2-5pm.

 

Photo courtesy Young's Dairy

Young’s slogan is Every Visit is Special. And. It’s true. Young’s Dairy is a fantastic family experience at any time of the year, but Spring is when the grounds really come alive.  From miniature golf and batting cages to kids slides and giant scoops of homemade ice cream at The Dairy Store, Young’s is a real working dairy farm that makes education fun. 

 

Be sure to check out Young’s Cowlendar of Events throughout the year. From Car Shows to Memorial Day events, there is always something happening. I personally love walking the grounds to see the dairy farm in action and then taking a seat at one the the many picnic tables on the grounds to enjoy my fresh, giant scoop of mint chocolate chip ice cream handmade right here on the farm. 

 

Get Outdoors and Visit the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo this Spring

Spring is officially here and it couldn't be a better time to get outside and enjoy the great outdoors in Cleveland, Ohio. A visit to the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is the perfect solution for that breath of fresh air you've been needing all winter!

Enjoy the zoo's year-round exhibits including the Waterfowl Lake, African Elephant Crossing (just opened in 2011) and the Primate, Cat and Aquatics building and more. Also, a number of special events are ongoing including Breakfast with the Easter Bunny on Easter weekend, and a special DINOSAURS!, an animatronic technology display opening May 9. Visit the zoo events page for details on additional upcoming events.

Zoo officials recommend you allot two to four hours for your zoo visit on foot (shuttles are available within the park as well) with an additional hour and a half to explore The RainForest area of the zoo, which showcases more than 600 animals and more than 10,000 plants all from Asia, Africa and the Americas.

The Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is open year round from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with extended weekend hours during the summer. Season passes are also available for frequent visitors. Photos of the animals are welcome so be sure to bring your camera to capture the experience. You can also visit the zoo online for information on the various admission rates.

Plan your visit now and make it a weekend stay in Cleveland. For couples, pair a trip to the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo with an overnight in Cleveland, dinner at one of the city's renowned restaurants, a night on the town or perhaps a trip to the West Side Market.

For families, a visit to the Cleveland Museum of Natural History or The Children's Museum of Cleveland - two other well-known local attractions - would be great additions! Positively Cleveland will help you plan where to stay, where to eat and what to do - regardless of your needs.

Insider Tips: Zoo parking is free! Children under age 2 are also admitted free! Ticket discounts are offered for AAA members and for those who purchase tickets at Discount Drug Mart locations. If you are local, residents of Cuyahoga County and Hinckley Township can visit the zoo for free on any Monday, with ID.

Canton Food Tours

 

Canton Food Tours Founder Barb Abbott at the McKinley Monument

 

I have been to the City of Canton many times in my day, but never had I experienced it the way I did just a couple months ago when I went on a fun-filled and flavorful journey through town with the Canton Food Tours. 

Founded in May 2012 by entrepreneur Barb Abbott,  Canton Food Tours is a unique way to tour the city, learning not only about local eats, but also about the rich history, architecture, and art of the area. There is a wide variety of tours available to choose from. Some are themed around a geographical region (such as the Warehouse District Tour), a specific cuisine (such as the Heat Seekers Tour or Just Desserts Tour), or you can create your own personal, gathering to meet your own interests!

The tours last a couple of hours and typically cost a very reasonable $40-$50 a person. Depending on the itinerary, tours are traveled on foot, or by a conversion van that provides transportation to further destinations. No matter what tour you go on, you are bound to discover something new and impressive about Canton, in a fun and exciting setting! 

Along with about a dozen other friends and tour guide (Barb Abbott herself), we hit the streets for a tasty trip specially tailored for our friend's birthday. After learning a bit about the industrial history of the city (such as the original vacuum manufacturing plant of the Hoover Company), we put our appetites to the test at our very first spot in town: Lucca, an Italian restaurant located on 4th Street and Cleveland Avenue. Here, we were treated to local pecorino cheese, fresh greens, and red wine while seated around the swanky, slick bar.

Our walking tour took us next to Tozzi's Downtown, another classy Italian restaurant complete with a live jazz band! We helped ourselves to platters of hot peppers, cured meats, and garlic bread while ordering drinks galore (not included). At the next stop, however, alcoholic drinks were included! Picciano's Martini Lounge located in downtown Canton on Market Avenue was a favorite on our tour! We snacked on sushi and washed it down with a chocolate martini!

 

Clockwise: Lynda Tuttle Art Center, Basil Asian Bistro, Tozzi's, Lucca

 

Lynda Tuttle's Art Center was a special stop on the tour. While it did not include food, this awesome art gallery set up a do-it-yourself crafting session led by the one and only Lynda Tuttle. We got step-by-step instructions on how to make our very own music note ornaments (since it was Christmas time and the birthday boy is a musician). This was a much needed and very enjoyable portion of our night!

To round things out, our group took our ornaments and made it to our last restaurant, Basil Asian Bistro. Here, we had delicious bonbon chicken, pad thai, and of course birthday cake! With a final toast from all of our friends to Canton Food Tours and Barb Abbott, we already began thinking of when our next tour will be!

A Diverse Celebration of Women

It’s March in Ohio and that could only mean one thing. It’s Women’s History Month!

 

Since 1987, after an outcry of support from the public, Congress passed a law that designated the month of March as Women’s History Month. Throughout the years, thousands of events have grown from this celebration of the historical and cultural achievements of women. Ohio has many events planned to celebrate some of its most famous female pioneers.

When I reflect upon the many talented women who have made amazing strides for progress, I am reminded that many of these women are natives of the Buckeye State. Women like Gloria Steinem, a women’s liberation pioneer; Halle Berry, the first African-American to win Best Actress at the Academy Awards; Grammy Award-winning singer Nancy Wilson; Nobel Prize and Pulitzer Prize winner Toni Morrison; and architect Maya Lin, known for designing the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

Throughout Ohio there are places that celebrate the many accomplishments of women. In Cleveland, the International Women's Air & Space Museum is a great place to learn about Amelia Earhart, Sally Ride, Bessie Coleman and other great female aviators and astronauts.  The museum has a wide collection of vintage photography from the most inspiring era of aviation history.

 

 The Goodrich House in Cleveland was founded by Flora Stone Mather and is one of the first settlement houses in the area. Although it was affiliated with the Presbyterian Church, the house had come to be recognized as an institution that united many immigrant communities. Now renamed Goodrich-Gannett Neighborhood Center, this staple offers after-school programs, cooking and photography for young adults.

The Harriet Beecher Stowe House in Cincinnati was once the residence of the famed author of
Uncle Tom’s Cabin. The historical site includes a look at the abolitionist, rights and Underground Railroad movements in which Harriet Beecher Stowe participated in the 1830s to 1860s.

Annually the world celebrates International Women’s Day, which is a global recognition of the increasing success and achievements of women everywhere. When I was an undergrad at Ohio University, my roommate and I started a belly dancing club to celebrate the beauty of dance and help build self confidence in the women of Athens. We participated in the campus celebration of International Women’s Day for several years. It was an empowering experience to debunk myths about Middle Eastern belly dance and to let my peers know they can feel beautiful in their own skin.

Even though Women’s History Month is just 31 days, it will take you longer than that to experience all of Ohio’s historical attractions. With such a rich history and talented natives, there’s no wonder so many women call Ohio their home.

What are your Women’s History Month plans?

 

Columbus' Five Best Music Venues

On any given night in Columbus you can catch a live performance from a wide range of artists such as up and coming local bands to internationally famous rock legends.

Here are Columbus' five best live music venues:

Newport Music Hall

Photo by foshydog via flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/foshydog/2272442964/

Located in the heart of the Ohio State University district and bearing a distinctive marquee, the Newport is Columbus' longest running music venue.

The Newport Music Hall was known as the State Theater when it first opened in the 1920's as a movie theater and the building retains much of its original decor such as a balcony and molding around the stage. Several beers are available on tap as well as pizza from Mikey's Late Night Slice.

Upcoming shows at the Newport include Cold War Kids in April and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club in May.

 

Lifestyle Communities Pavilion

 

While I am not the biggest fan of the LC's  indoor concert area, I love attending shows held outside at this indoor-outdoor venue. The outdoor stage is set at the foot of a grassy slope, which means you get a good view from everywhere -- even in the back.

The LC's outdoor stage opens up during the spring and summer. Some shows in June to look out for include English indie band, The xx and Grizzly Bear, and southern blues rockers, Alabama Shakes.

 

Skully's Music-Diner

Skully's draws in the crowds with its distinctive bright neon sign, and with its themed nights such as the always fun "Ladies 80's" dance party where women enter for free and DJs play hits from the eighties and nineties.

Skully's also hosts an eclectic calendar of touring bands across all genres. Upcoming shows include a local band showcase on March 22nd and the influential Meat Puppets on April 7th.

 

Wexner Center

Photo by Wexner Center via Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/wexnercenter/3653624045/

The innovative performing arts calendar at the Wexner Center for the Arts offers the chance to hear notable contemporary musicians as well as artists and genres you may never have come across otherwise. An added bonus is that you can check out an exhibit before the show.

Artists performing at the Wexner Center over the next few months include Father John Misty and jazz band Craig Taborn Trio.

 

Nationwide Arena

Photo by rbatina via flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/rubbertoe/8549232347/

Yes, the Nationwide Arena is generally home to NHL league Blue Jackets games, but it is also a great venue as far as big arenas go. Nationwide Arena (or the Schottenstein Center) is the place to catch bigger names that come through Columbus. Upcoming shows include legends Fleetwood Mac and 'tween favorites One Direction and Justin Bieber.

 

What are your favorite music venues in Columbus?

A Wee Bit 'O Irish Fun

 

Courtesy of Buckeye Photo

I come from a Cleveland Irish clan, so St. Patrick’s Day is sacred – well, sacred fun! I remember being so excited when my grandparents would take me out of school for the day to travel downtown for the Cleveland parade. Afterward, we would jam into a bustling restaurant for a lunch of corned beef and cabbage.

 

Then there were the college days in Columbus that began with breakfast at Bernie’s with Pat and Wags (and Munch), and progressed to the bars in German Village (German, Irish…they were bars!). And now I’m creating new memories by sharing with my children the music and traditions that march in the Columbus St. Patrick’s Day parade.

 

 

Here are some highlights of the upcoming weekend throughout Ohio:

Major Parades on Saturday and Sunday:

 

Cleveland St. Patrick's Day Parade

Courtesy of Buckeye Photography

Cincinnati, Downtown -- Saturday, March 16th -- AOH St. Patrick's Mass at St. Xavier Church downtown Cincinnati at 9 a.m. The parade route begins at noon on Eggleston & Reedy and travels Central Parkway, Sycamore Street, Fifth Street and ends on Sentinel.

Columbus, Downtown -- Sunday, March 17th -- Mass at Sacred Heart Catholic Church at 9:30 a.m. The parade steps off at 11:30 a.m. onto Nationwide Blvd. in the Arena District and ends at Veteran’s Memorial on West Broad Street for the Irish Family Reunion, which begins immediately after the parade.

Cleveland, Downtown -- Sunday, March 17th -- Celebrate mass at St. Colman Parish beginning at 11 a.m. At 2:04 p.m. marchers step off at the intersection of Superior Avenue and East 18th Street, travel southwest on Superior Avenue to East Roadway to Rockwell Avenue and ends at Rockwell Avenue and East 6th Street.

Unique Ohio Events

Irish Heritage Center – Cincinnati, March 16th & 17th --  Dancing, music, Irish harp-fiddle, sing-a-longs, children's room, food, drink and more.

Irish Family Reunion -- Columbus Vet’s Memorial, March 16th, 1 p.m. (Immediately After Parade) -- Irish music, dancing, kid’s area, food and drink.

Fountain Square -- Cincinnati, March 16th, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. -- Traditional Irish music, Celtic folk and rock, food and drinks.

Cincinnati Pubs

The Oak Tavern -- Madison Road serves up an Irish breakfast, and hosts the Hanky Panks at 10 p.m.

The Pub at Rookwood Mews -- On Madison kicks off the weekend Saturday night with the Jive Creek Ramblers. The Pub opens Sunday at 8 a.m. with 96ROCK doing a special live broadcast from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Enjoy live entertainment and great drink specials throughout the day.

Claddagh Irish Pub in Mason -- St. Patrick's Day Weekend begins March 14th - 17th including an Irish Banquet Dinner, live entertainment, and drinking and dancing in the wee hours with the Bad Mojo.

Cleveland Pubs

Flat Iron Café, the oldest Irish pub in the Flats, opens at 7 a.m. on March 16th for Kegs and Eggs and features entertainment all day, including Donal O'Shaughnessy post-parade. Park here and take a free shuttle to and from the parade.

Flannery's Pub downtown has live music all weekend with The Bloddy Tinth on March 16th and The Boys from County Hell on March 17th.

Cleveland's west side, home to the majority of the city's Irish decedents, offers The Harp, just off the Shoreway at 44th and Detroit. You can drink your pint with a view of downtown on the roof-top patio. Further west, Lakewood's Madison Avenue is lined with Irish pubs. One of the best being McGinty's Achill Isle Pub. And at Kamm’s Corners on Lorain Avenue, P.J. McIntyre’s opens at 7 a.m. and features music all day by Mary's Lane, dancers, pipers and a live remote with ESPN Cleveland - Rizzo and Goldhammer Show.

Columbus Pubs

Brazenhead in Dublin -- March 16th – Start off with the Dublin St. Patrick's Day Parade and then listen to Bob Ford & the Ragamuffins at noon, Jenkins & Scott at 4 p.m. and the Mclans at 10 p.m. On March 17th, entertainment includes Brian Day at noon, Celts Crossing at 4 p.m. and Contagious till 4 at 9 p.m.

Brazenhead in Grandview -- All weekend long stop by Brazenhead in Grandview to listen to  live music, Irish dancers and tons of drink specials.

Byrne’s Pub in Grandview -- March 15th - 18th - This consummate Irish pub puts up a tent for the weekend and features Guinness Stew and Corned Beef sandwiches, in addition to its full menu. Entertainment: Friday night, Rice Brothers, dancers from Richen-Timm Academy of Irish Dance and Cyril Scott Pipe Band ; Saturday, Ladies of Longford, dancers from Graham School, The Shamrock Club Pipes and Drums and the world famous Burrito Buggy from Athens; Sunday, Morningstarr, Nine Castle Close, The Drowsy Lads; Monday, The Survivor's Party with the Hooligans 

Flannagan’s in Dublin -- March 16th - Opens at 8 a.m. and offers breakfast until 10 a.m.; Hearty souls can run a 5K beginning at 9 a.m. Tents and bands throughout the day and night.

 

For more St. Patrick's Day festivities around Ohio, visit www.discoverohio.com.

A Tale of Two Bookstores: The Book Loft vs. Loganberry Books

I am a certified bookworm. I love holding books, smelling their fresh or worn pages, and of course I love reading them. Books are comforting and have much to say without speaking at all. For me, a shopping spree means completing my collection of classic fiction novels rather than completing my wardrobe. Bookstores are always warm; the books that line the shelves serve as insulation as well as inspiration. Books are more of a culture, a lifestyle rather than a hobby for me. As an English major, I know many of my peers can agree with me on that seemingly over-the-top statement. The bottom line: I love books. So it is always refreshing to come across a new bookstore, a new place to get lost in for hours. As a Columbus native, The Book Loft has always been my go-to bookstore. But I recently have come across a new favorite in the Cleveland suburb of Shaker Heights called Loganberry Books. These two havens for bookworms have dedicated themselves to serving literature lovers of Ohio. Here is my take as well as a few tips on traveling to these treasure troves.

The Book Loft:

Pros: What isn’t fun about 32 rooms stock-piled with books? Each room has a theme and gradually transitions into the next one. This bookstore has a larger and wider selection than Loganberry. The hip, jazzy music that plays while you search for a book makes the experience all the better. The Book Loft offers only new editions of books but a 5% discount is taken off of a majority of them. Just check the little orange price ticket on the cover to find the price.

Cons: Parking in the German Village area is always a hassle. Pay close attention to the signs and be cautious of the sewer grates that lie waiting to attack your car’s tire at every corner. I’m speaking from experience on that tip. The 32 rooms of books can get a little overwhelming for someone new to the store, so I recommend picking up a map at the front desk (yes, it is that big). Also, be wary of the steps. They can be a bit rickety and don’t allow much room for two-way traffic. The tight space can be troublesome at times but well worth the experience.

 

Loganberry Books:

Pros: This bookstore has a more open floor plan than The Book Loft. It offers a variety of used and collectible editions of popular books as well as new editions. The floor-to-ceiling shelving is breathtaking but at times an inconvenience. Be sure to crane your neck to check out the untouched ones at the top. Definitely use their old school sliding ladders to search as well. Some of the used books are quite cheap, I found a very charming copy of Whitman’s Leaves of Grass for $5.99 to add to my collection. Parking is a bit easier around this store and there are a variety of quaint storefronts that line the streets beside it.   

Cons: Many of the older, collectible editions of books are very expensive, and there is no way to look up what book you may be looking for because they do not have a catalog search. This is fun for me, it turns into a scavenger hunt, but it may not be fun to some. Just ask an employee; they know their way around.

What are your favorite book havens in Ohio?

 

Hidden Treasure in Ohio

I am standing in the middle of Maumee Bay State Park searching for hidden treasure. My Smartphone GPS says I am just steps away. Is it under that rock? Hidden in a hallowed out tree? My excitement builds wondering what will be inside the Geocaching canister.   

Geocaching is a phenomenon among kids AND adults across the country who set out to find hidden treasure. It is basically an outdoor treasure hunt for hidden containers (termed geocaches) found by way of a Smartphone or GPS that are hidden all over the country. Treasures inside range from Girl Scout patches, to bouncy rubber balls to plastic animals to millions of other kinds of trinkets that fit into the canister. Geocaches can be as small as a 35 mm film container or as big as a shoebox. When you find your treasure, you take something and leave something behind for the next person who finds its hidden location. There’s also a log book to sign to say you have been there.

 

Geocaching in Ohio is thriving!! Many State and local parks in almost every community have treasures tucked away for people to find in every imaginable hiding spot. In fact, Hueston Woods State Park and Hueston Woods Lodge in Preble County have entire adventures surrounding the Geocaching craze taking you through historic sites and covered bridges along the way.

Getting started is easy. You can register at Geocaching.com where you will collect your GPS coordinates for the areas you want to search. Then, start looking for treasure!

The true win-win of this real-world scavenger hunt is that it is free and it is fun for any age which makes it the perfect family activity. You can even share your experiences and finds online with other Geocachers. Since spring is just around the corner, this is a perfect way to dust off winter and enjoy the outdoors.

The Sands of Time

 

My son at age 3

It’s funny how a few short years can change a person.  When my son was three years old I took him to The Children’s Museum in Cleveland, by the picturesque University Circle area.  At three, it was hard to get him to leave.  Returning three years later, getting him to go back took even more effort.

 

“I’m too old for The Children’s Museum,” is what he told me.
My reply, “It’s called a children’s museum for a reason and last I checked, you're still qualified.”

Nevertheless we returned.  Inside was the gigantic sand lot that they bring back every year, each time with a new theme.  This year it is SANDasaurus: Dig Into Fun, open now until April 7th. 

“Remember this place,” I asked my boy. 

“Yes,” was his dry reply.

Inside, kids were playing with wild imagination. One child was proud to show off the trench he created. Another young toddler just loved the feel of the sand running through her fingers.  Before I knew it, even my son was sliding around in the sand, much to my surprise and his amusement.

“Don’t look now, but you’re having fun,” I said.

Next we traveled across the hall to the Big Red Barn.  A great place for youngsters to discover and learn about animals and vegetables.  One of the staff members was reading to the children my favorite Dr. Seuss book, I Wish That I Had Duck Feet,—a story that my son and I knew by heart.

 

It didn’t take any arm pulling to get him to the next part of the museum, a two-story high climbing structure that at age three he wouldn’t have even attempted. At six, he took it all the way to the halfway point (going to the top was still out of the question). 

Then downstairs at Splish! Splash!, the children loved playing in the water, an enjoyment that even my son participated in with his mature self.

There were so many kids buzzing around with excitement, playing at the weather station and turning the big wheel on the play bus. The Children’s Museum has everything to spark a child’s imagination including a playhouse, medical room and a bank.

However, the highlight for me was when we went into the marketplace where a very demanding “customer” was waiting with a cart full of plastic “groceries” ready for someone to check her out.

“Go do it,” I suggested.

After some urging, he agreed before fully immersing himself in his role. He began looking for the UPC label to scan and punching in numbers for the produce. 

It was then that I realized The Children’s Museum was a place that could bring the kid out of – well in this case – a kid and for me that was a magical moment. 

The museum is open all year, but the sand display is only there for a few more weeks. So don’t miss your chance to experience magical moments with your young ones. Where are your favorite places to take your children?