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Avant Garden Spring Show at the Krohn Conservatory

January 26, 2014 By Nedra McDaniel 2 Comments

This winter weather has me really looking forward to spring. I picked a snowy day to daydream of warmer temps at the Krohn Avant Garden Spring Show.

Experience a fresh and creative spring landscape at Krohn Conservatory’s 2014 Spring Show, the ‘Avant-Garden.’ The show will highlight a unique variety of exotic spring bulbs, fragrant shrubs, and bright annuals that are not commonly used in the typical spring garden. Red crown imperials, twisted grasses, water hyacinths, brilliant blue delphiniums, and black tulips are just some of the plants to look for among the exciting palette of blossoming plants.

Recycled materials are used in an ‘avant-garde’ style to enhance the imaginative landscape. Basket frames and tomato cages are transformed into moss-covered chandeliers, striking flower sculptures are created from layered glassware, and paint cans are repurposed to even hang plants upside down. Enjoy an early spring at the Krohn Conservatory and be inspired by the ‘Avant-Garden!’

I absolutely loved the creative repurposing of plates and glasses!

This wine bottle display was also colorful and fun!

There are also bowls with flower vases that made creative mushrooms.

The Avant Garden Spring Show was a refreshing way to spend the afternoon and a great reminder that spring will be coming soon.

The Avant Garden Spring Show is from January 18 – March 30

Show Hours

Tuesday – Sunday 10am -5pm

(Closed Mondays)

Extended hours on Sunday, March 31

Admission

Adults $4

Youth (5-12) $2

Children under 4 FREE

There are also several special events coming up at the Krohn. Check the website for dates and times.

Disclosure: I was given complimentary admission for review purposes. All opinions are my own.

The Krohn Conservatory is located at 1501 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45202.

A Christmas Carol ~ Playhouse in the Park

December 16, 2013 By Nedra McDaniel

Growing up in the Cincinnati area, I was vaguely familiar with Playhouse in the Park but this year was the first year that I actually experienced it. Since moving back to the area, I have enjoyed taking in all of the incredible theaters that our area has to offer. “A Christmas Carol” at Playhouse in the Park was something that I was aware of but had never experienced.

After watching the show, I now realize why this is an annual tradition for so many families. This is the 23rd production of “A Christmas Carol’ at Playhouse in the Park which has given multiple generations the opportunity to share their love of this performance.

It was INCREDIBLE!!!!

{Ebenezer Scrooge (Bruce Cromer), invisible to the images from his past, celebrates with the guests at the Fezziwigs’ Christmas party}

Prior to the show, the lobby was set up to create some fun photo memories with Christmas Carol cutouts.

The actors were fantastic and the versatile stage was also really intriguing to watch. I thought it would just be a nice village scene in the background but the village set actually moved around and the floor also dropped at times to bring forth new props and characters. That element added so much to the production.

“Livin In The Cin” Photo Challenge {Instagram Favorites}

November 23, 2013 By Nedra McDaniel 2 Comments

One of my favorite forms of social media is Instagram. I LOVE checking out photos of friends and travelers. I also really enjoy taking pictures.

I’ve been a contributor for Cincinnati USA’s Livin In The Cin campaign over the past few months where myself and a few other local bloggers highlight hidden gems in our city.

My third mission from Cincinnati USA was to “Photograph one or more things, places, people, etc. that represent the challenge word given and show off reasons you are excited to live in Cincinnati USA.”

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Eden Park Segway Tour

November 1, 2013 By Nedra McDaniel 6 Comments

My husband and I joined the Food Hussy and her husband for our second tour with Segway of Cincinnati.

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