Hannah Ens
I'm the mom of a cute and chaotic 4-year-old boy who loves nothing more than to be involved in whatever gardening or home improvement project my husband is undertaking. I grew up in the Little Apple, went away to college at Friends University to study Visual Communications, and moved back after graduating and getting married in 2014. Following a variety of K-12, collegiate and nonprofit communications roles, I dialed things back when my son turned one and took a part-time remote position with the K-State College of Veterinary Medicine. When I'm not in "mom mode" I enjoy crocheting, usually while watching Netflix or listening to a sci-fi or fantasy audiobook.
Flint Hills Discovery Center Opens New Exhibit: Stepping into the Prairie
Immerse yourself in the Flint Hills at Stepping into the Prairie, the latest exhibit at the Flint Hills Discovery Center. Available with standard admission, Stepping into the Prairie is open during regular museum hours...
Mom’s Guide to the Kansas State Fair
Fair fun doesn't have to end with the Riley County Fair — take your fair experience to the next level by planning a visit to the Kansas State Fair! Located in Hutchinson, Kan., from...
First-Time Preschool Prep
This past year, my three-year-old baby launched from the nest into his first year of preschool. This was the first time he was out of a family member's care for longer than an hour...
Tips for Attending K-State Open House with Kids
The K-State All-University Open House will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 6. This longstanding community event is a highlight of the spring semester, with activities targeted toward all ages...
Where to Buy Local Easter Basket Filler
Hippity hoppity, Easter’s on its way! Don’t get caught off guard by the early date – March 31 will be here before we know it, so now is the time to start prepping your...
Settle in for Storytime in Manhattan
Check out the storytime and ongoing literacy opportunities for Manhattan for spring 2024!
Loving a Long Holiday Season
“It’s Christmas, Mommy!” declared my 3-year-old. It was not, in fact, Christmas. It was August 21, but time means nothing to a toddler, especially one witnessing approximately 4,728 aisles of half-stocked holiday shelves at...