Hannah Ens
I'm the mom of a cute and chaotic 5-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.
Tips for Attending K-State Open House with Kids
The 2026 K-State All-University Open House will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 18. This longstanding community event is a highlight...
Save on Spring Break with Membership Benefits
Are you planning a family getaway for spring break? If you have a membership to Sunset Zoo, Flint Hills Discovery Center or Wonder Workshop,...
Grassland Mini-Golf Exhibit Opens at Flint Hills Discovery Center
The Flint Hills Discovery Center has brought back one of my favorite exhibits from last year, and it's bigger and better than ever. Immerse...
Plan a Cozy Family Storytime for Winter
With the first snow of the year already swirling in, the idea of curling up by a fire with a good book might fill...
Building Buddies Exhibit Opens at Flint Hills Discovery Center
Put on your hard hat and safety vest and get to work at Building Buddies, the latest exhibit at the Flint Hills Discovery Center. Available...
Mom’s Guide to the 2025 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...
Guide to Home Depot Kids Workshops
Home Depot Kids Workshops are a delightful blend of expressing creativity, learning tool safety, and risking having your fingers smashed by your hammer-wielding child....
Getting a Library Card for Kids
Have you ever thought about getting your child their own library card? With summer reading at the Manhattan Public Library right around the corner,...
Renting Through Babyquip
Packing for a family trip can feel like orchestrating a 37-ring circus. Your children apparently need the entire contents of your household, and then...
Music Lessons in the Manhattan Area
There are a variety of private and group music lesson opportunities in the area including Manhattan, Junction City and Wamego. Instrumental or vocal music...