Learning to cook, garden or get a better understanding about nutrition will benefit you for the rest of your life; financially and health-wise. It's a great time to learn to prepare healthful meals on a budget, as gardening season is in full swing and local produce is abundant … [Read more...] about Local Matters Pay-What-You-Can Cooking Classes
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Free Apple Camp at Home for kids
If your kid loves technology and learning, or is just brimming with creativity, check out the FREE Apple Camps at Home this Summer via Online Webex Session. These FREE three-day camps are for kids ages 8 to 12. Each project takes about an hour, but Campers can create and work at their own … [Read more...] about Free Apple Camp at Home for kids
Boys & Girls Club Virtual Club Experience
The Boys & Girls Club of Central Ohio wants to make sure that youth of Central Ohio have access to programming - even when they are at home. Their Virtual Club Experience (VCE) is a FREE online program for kids ages 6-18 offering fun, educational and meaningful programs. VCE … [Read more...] about Boys & Girls Club Virtual Club Experience
Comcast extends assistance through June; free internet for low-income
In effort to do their part in helping to manage the effects of closures in Ohio, Comcast extends assistance through June to help customers stay connected, including free internet for low income families. While school and work continues at home, and people are encouraged to stay at home, Comcast … [Read more...] about Comcast extends assistance through June; free internet for low-income
Chill Out With Polar Bears webcast, live chats, and more!
Polar Bears International is bringing the polar bears and the Arctic to you with special webcast series, “Chill out with Polar Bears,”. This will unique learning opportunity will give students and adults the chance to find broaden their horizons to the Arctic from their own … [Read more...] about Chill Out With Polar Bears webcast, live chats, and more!
Columbus Zoo Virtual Adventures, Columbus Zoo School, and more!
Anyone else missing the Columbus Zoo lately? Springtime is such an amazing time to visit the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, so its a huge loss to our community while its temporarily closed. While you can't visit the animals in person, you can check out the many Columbus Zoo Virtual programs to get your … [Read more...] about Columbus Zoo Virtual Adventures, Columbus Zoo School, and more!
Updated! Virtual tours, on demand videos and live streams for kids
Your kids are home with you for at least another month. You can do this! Make a (loose) schedule, do schoolwork, get outside, play board games, make crafts and art, cook together.... and when you run out of ideas or need a break, go virtual with live streams for kids! Instead of letting your kids … [Read more...] about Updated! Virtual tours, on demand videos and live streams for kids
Updated: Fun and Free Educational Resources for Kids
Teaching kids at home can be hard - especially if you are also working at home and trying to maintain some level of cleanliness in your household. But you can do this! There are so many free educational resources to help! Most schools have prepared work for students to complete at home. That … [Read more...] about Updated: Fun and Free Educational Resources for Kids
Canvas Creations for You Live Painting and Take Home Kits
Take a painting class - from home - with virtual Live Paintings by Canvas Creations for You. Located in Delaware, the studio is offering two ways to get creative. While they are continuing to offer in-studio art classes, they are also offering virtual live painting classes and take home … [Read more...] about Canvas Creations for You Live Painting and Take Home Kits
Charter-Spectrum: Free access to internet service for studentsÂ
During the coronavirus crisis, many students are dependent on access to the internet at home for school work, as most schools have move to online education and coursework. With libraries and other gathering spots closed, students without access to internet services may fall behind. Charter-Spectrum … [Read more...] about Charter-Spectrum: Free access to internet service for studentsÂ
Free Summer Hikes and Events at Preservation Parks in Delaware
Preservation Parks in Delaware County offer lots of free events for the whole family this summer. Between hikes, educational events, and fun for kids, you'll find plenty to do this summer while enjoying some fresh air - and it's all FREE. World of Water Check out the featured exhibit for … [Read more...] about Free Summer Hikes and Events at Preservation Parks in Delaware
We love Columbus Blogs! Ultimate Resource Guide of Blogs
I've been writing and reading blogs for years, and many of my favorites are local Columbus blogs - no matter what the topic. I'm always thrilled to discover new Central Ohio blogs, and immediately follow them via social media and email updates. Sharper Impressions Painting Co. has put together a … [Read more...] about We love Columbus Blogs! Ultimate Resource Guide of Blogs
Want to work from home? Amazon is hiring!
Have a computer? Work from your couch for an amazing company! If you're looking for full-time employment, but would rather stay in your pajamas, Amazon is hiring 5,000 seasonal work from home positions from select states, including Ohio! While working from home is slightly more … [Read more...] about Want to work from home? Amazon is hiring!
Free and low-cost consumer advice publications
Did you know our tax dollars support the Consumer Information Catalog? The government offers hundreds of FREE and low-cost (as low as $1.50) publications. However, most are FREE. The focus is to help consumers make informed decisions on many topics, including cars, computers, education, employment, … [Read more...] about Free and low-cost consumer advice publications