Celebrate the fall season on the farm with the annual Fall Harvest Fair at Stratford Ecological Center is Saturday, October 5, 2024 from 10 am - 2 pm. Kids of all ages can discover their inner farmer at this family friendly event. Climb a tractor, get your face painted, feed the … [Read more...] about Stratford Ecological Center Fall Harvest Fair
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Westerville Fire Prevention Week Open House
Fire Prevention Week is October 6-12, 2024 and Westerville Division of Fire is wrapping it up with WFD's annual Fire Prevention Open House on Sunday, October 6, 2024 at Station 111 (400 W. Main St.). Westerville Fire Prevention Week Open House This free community event features family-friendly … [Read more...] about Westerville Fire Prevention Week Open House
Washington Township Fire Station Open Houses
Kids who are into fire trucks aren't going to want to miss the Washington Township Fire Station Open House on Sunday, October 6, 2024 as a part of Fire Prevention Week. Washington Township Fire Station Open House Meet the firefighters, climb in a fire truck or ambulance, watch a cool … [Read more...] about Washington Township Fire Station Open Houses
Days of Knights transports you to Medieval Times
Are you ready to party like it's 1399? Days of Knights is coming on October 5-6, 2024 to Lancaster, Ohio - less than 40 minutes from Columbus! Travel back in time and experience the Middle Ages during one of the largest medieval-focused living history events in the country. Days of … [Read more...] about Days of Knights transports you to Medieval Times
Free airplane rides for kids with Young Eagles
In the Young Eagles program, volunteer pilots give kids age 8-17 years old free airplane rides. The flights last about 15 or 20 minutes long, and the pilot involves the kid in the pre-flight inspection, and teaches him or her about the instrument panel, aeronautical chart and parts of the … [Read more...] about Free airplane rides for kids with Young Eagles
Butterfly Weekend at Blendon Woods
Learn about amazing life cycle and 2,000 mile journey of the monarch butterfly at Blendon Woods Butterfly Weekend from August 31 - September 2, 2024. Butterfly Weekend The festival celebrates the 2,000 mile journey of the monarch butterfly and will feature live butterflies, displays, videos … [Read more...] about Butterfly Weekend at Blendon Woods
Patriot Day events in observance of 9/11 in Columbus
A date we will never forget - September 11, 2001. Patriot Day is observed on September 11 of each year in memory of the 2,977 people killed in the terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., and aboard United Flight 93 near Shanksville, … [Read more...] about Patriot Day events in observance of 9/11 in Columbus
Explore Ohio’s Heritage During Ohio Open Doors 2024
Discover more about Ohio's heritage during Ohio Open Doors, when historic buildings and landmarks throughout Ohio invite you to open the door and explore with special tours and events. From Friday, September 6 through Sunday, September 15, 2024, organizations are hosting events in … [Read more...] about Explore Ohio’s Heritage During Ohio Open Doors 2024
Donate music instruments to the Gift of Music Campaign
Do you have music instruments collecting dust around your house or garage that have been abandoned by your kids (or you)? Clear out your space and donate instruments to give the gift of music. MusicColumbus, formerly The Columbus Music Commission, is hosting a Gift of Music student instrument … [Read more...] about Donate music instruments to the Gift of Music Campaign
Back to school deal: $12 haircuts for kids at JCP Salons
A new school year calls for new supplies, new shoes, new clothes, and new haircut. To help kids go back to school with style, JCP Salons are offering $12 haircuts, or $12 off hair styling of $30 or more to children in grades K-6th grade. Details for back to school haircuts at JCP … [Read more...] about Back to school deal: $12 haircuts for kids at JCP Salons
Back-to-School Vaccine Clinics
In addition to school supplies and clothes, back-to-school season also means its time for vaccines for some kids. If you don't have a well child visit scheduled with a pediatrician or family doctor, there are regularly scheduled vaccine clinics at Franklin County Public … [Read more...] about Back-to-School Vaccine Clinics
KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest and Bubble Run
Don't miss the KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest on Saturday, August 10, 2024. The free family festival is from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at New Hope Church. The Powell Back to School Bash has the free school supplies, bounce park, games, balloon artist, airbrush tattoos, shopping, classes, family … [Read more...] about KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest and Bubble Run
Back to school deals and events for Columbus and Central Ohio
Even though it feels like summer shouldn't be ending soon, it's close to back to school time for Central Ohio students! Scour the sales, get your shopping done, and make sure you finish the summer with some FUN! We've gathered the best back to school deals and events below, as well as some … [Read more...] about Back to school deals and events for Columbus and Central Ohio
Community Chess at Columbus Chess Academy
Want to learn to play chess or practice your chess skills? Join Columbus Chess Academy and Third Way Coffee House for Community Chess! All ages and skill levels are welcome to come hang out, play, and learn something new! Community Chess Saturdays, June 15 - August 3, 2024 from 10 … [Read more...] about Community Chess at Columbus Chess Academy
60+ Columbus Podcasts made in or about Central Ohio
I'm a huge fan of podcasts. If I'm driving, running errands, or doing housework, I'm probably listening to a podcast. While I have a wide range of podcast interests, I want to share a list of local Columbus podcasts for you to check out. I love supporting these Columbus podcasters, and they all … [Read more...] about 60+ Columbus Podcasts made in or about Central Ohio
