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Have you entered my two current giveaways? Don’t miss out!
** Enter to win a 4 pack of tickets to see the Wizard of Oz in IMAX 3D in Westlake, Ohio (ends today)! This is a pre-screening so you’ll be able to see before everyone else!
** Enter to win a 4 pack of tickets to Cleveland Botanical Garden. You’ll be amazed by the beauty and have a great time with your family.
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I just received my own map and my boys LOVE it!
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For a VERY limited time, click on the image above (If the image is gone, then it’s no longer available) and you can create a map of all 4 parks that highlight your favorite attractions for FREE + FREE shipping. This is a perfect way to have an organized trip, and the kid’s can have their own special map.
Even if you’re not planning on going to a park anytime soon, the kids will love it!
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Recently my friend suggested we take our boys on a day trip to the Cleveland Botanical Garden. At first I was taken back that she would suggest such a place for 5 boys under 7 but man was I wrong. What a fun day we had!
Conveniently located in University Circle and just minutes from downtown Cleveland, Cleveland Botanical Garden is a oasis filled with so many beautiful flowers and unique plants that it makes the city just slip away. The Cleveland Botanical Garden boasts 20 gardens, Glasshouse Conservatory, a cafe, and gift shop and will keep you entertained for hours.
Our first stop was the The Glasshouse. This large conservatory boasts two separate climate controlled areas which will make you feel like you have traveled half way across the world. When we entered into the area of Madagascar, we were able to see some of the most unique plants in the world including one of the largest collections of Madagascan baobab trees. My boys loved exploring the paths and meeting a real chameleon and cute tortoises. You can even spot a few rare and colorful birds as well as touch “fuzzy plants”.
As you walk out of the doors on Madagascar you enter into the balmy rainforest of Costa Rica. This area just blew me away as my senses were on overload with all the sights, sounds, and smells. From the towering trees (and I mean towering!!) to the abundance of butterflies I think you’ll love this place too. You’ll even be able to walk through a stone grotto complete with a waterfall. Before you leave be sure to head up to the canopy walk where you’ll be able to look down at all of the beauty this area holds. Don’t forget your camera as you’ll be able to snag some great pictures as the feeding areas for both the butterflies and birds are on eye level.
After leaving the Glasshouse we ventured outside to Katherine Phillip Geis Terrace to have our snack. Located right nearby is a eatery with assorted snacks and drinks which offers indoor or outdoor seating. This area has a 74 foot-long reflecting pool which holds a variety of plants, water lilies and small fish as well as is the main entrance into the other outdoor gardens.
With the well maintained landscaping and bright flowers and gorgeous views, I think the Cleveland Botanical Gardens is absolutely breathtaking!
With so many paths and gardens to explore outside, we couldn’t wait to get started. The first outdoor area we headed to was the Hershey Children’s Garden. While I had seen pictures online, they were nothing compared to what I saw in person. As soon as we entered through the gate all the boys rushed to different areas to explore.
The Hershey’s Children Garden is filled with a fountain, kid-sized structures, a treehouse and much more. There are even special times during the day where children’s activities may be planned. With so much to see and do my boys didn’t want to leave.
As we left the Children’s Garden we found that there were many other gardens too. One of the best things that I loved about Cleveland Botanical Garden was the the amount of areas where the boys could run, jump, and investigate. There were so many nooks and crannies nestled inside each garden area.
As we walked along the paths we were able to see many of the different themed gardens such as, The Japanese, Woodland, and Inspirational Gardens. With so many inviting benches, flowered arches, hidden bridges, and a bevy of plants and flowers we easily spent half of the day exploring. I can’t to come back and visit during a different season!
Garden Hours
Tuesdays, Thursdays – Saturdays: 10 am – 5 pm
Wednesdays: 10 am – 9 pm
Sundays: 12 pm – 5 pm
Closed MondaysGarden Admission
Members: Free
Adults: $9.50
Children (3-12): $4.00
Children under 3: Free
Groups: (15 or more): $7.50
Senior Groups (15 or more): $6.00 (Tuesdays only)The Garden offers FREE admission to military veterans and their immediate families. Please present a military ID at the ticketing desk to receive FREE admission
The Cleveland Botanical Garden has graciously offered a 4-pack of tickets to giveaway so you too can visit! The giveaway will end next Friday, 9/13 and you can enter each day. Please enter below. Good luck!
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Hey pirates! Get ready for Krispy Kreme Talk Like a Pirate Day on September 19th. This is a day you won’t want to miss because you can score up to a dozen adorable pirate doughnuts for FREE! Mark your calendar for Thursday September 19th and Talk Like a Pirate Day 2013!
What to do:
Find a participating location near you. For you Ohio locals, here are the locations participating: Akron, Columbus (2 locations), Kettering, Middleburg Heights, Monroe. As always, call your local store before heading out.
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Hi my name is Rachel and am a stay-at-home mom to three boys. I’ve been “couponing” for over 10 years and I absolutely love to save money! I enjoy not only finding great deals but also sharing them with others. I hope that you will follow along on my money saving journey!
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