Looking for an opportunity to give this season? If you want to take a step back during the busy holiday season and brighten someone’s life, we have a few ways that are small in and of themselves but can make a huge difference. These ideas are also great suggestions for helping kids to learn to be grateful and to show compassion to others.
Earlier this year, our team at Kidding Around decided that we really wanted to highlight local artists and makers in our Upstate, SC community. There are so many talented individuals that we knew were out there and we wanted to shine a light on them and their talents. So we created a weekly Facebook post series that highlighted a new maker or artist every Wednesday.
Thinking about heading to Spartanburg’s for A Dickens of a Christmas? This unique Victorian Christmas festival has carolers, horse drawn carriages, a festive holiday market, tree lighting and so much more!
Love a small town Christmas parade? Celebrate Christmas with a trip to the mountains for the Cashiers Christmas Parade!
You’ve decided to give an educational gift, but now you need some ideas? No problem. We polled our readers and asked about their favorite gifts that encouraged learning something new. Then, we added a few of our own ideas. The result? This list of top-notch educational gift ideas.
If you’ve ever wanted to try a bread-making class and learn how to make real bread with freshly milled whole grains for your family, the class you need to take is the Daily Bread class from Bluebird Homestead in Fountain Inn. We did and have all the delicious details you need! I love bread. Carbs […]
Fountain Inn marks the Christmas season with carriage rides, hot chocolate, and lots of holiday spirit. Here’s what happens in Fountain Inn and why you should make a trip there this holiday season.
Looking for a fun, nature-filled adventure the whole family will love? Trolls: A Field Study at the NC Arboretum brings 12 giant, whimsical troll sculptures to the forest trails of Asheville. Kidding Around contributor Liene took her kids to explore the exhibit and is sharing everything you need to know before you go—where to find the trolls, what to expect, and tips for making the most of your visit.
Planning a festive day trip that’s close to home? Asheville offers a variety of things to do for the holidays. From Asheville’s Christmas lights to gingerbread, free photos with Santa and more, continue reading for a list of kid-friendly holiday events to do in Asheville and all the details to plan your visit.
Have you visited Winter Lights at the NC Arboretum in Asheville, NC? This over-the-top holiday experience is well worth the drive.
