Don't despair about your favorite Charlie Brown Holiday specials leaving network TV. You will still be able to watch these beloved holiday shows - for free - for a limited time! Apple TV+ Charlie Brown Deal A new deal with Peanuts Worldwide, Lee Mendelson Film Productions, Wildbrain, and Apple … [Read more...] about Watch “A Charlie Brown Christmas” specials for free
Events for Families and Kids
Steak ‘n Shake Halloween Trick or Treat: FREE shake for kids in costume
TBA for 2021 Trick or Treat may be a little different this year, but there will be something sweet for a treat at Steak 'n Shake on Halloween. Steak 'n Shake Halloween On October 31, kids under the age of 12 can wear their costumes to Steak 'n Shake and get a FREE kid-sized shake of their … [Read more...] about Steak ‘n Shake Halloween Trick or Treat: FREE shake for kids in costume
Camp by Walmart: Virtual Halloween Camp
Walmart is bring some seasonal fun to your home with Camp by Walmart: Virtual Halloween Camp. Many traditional Halloween events being cancelled or adapted, and families are choosing to stay home more these days. Walmart has come up with a way to keep the Halloween fun at … [Read more...] about Camp by Walmart: Virtual Halloween Camp
Field trips and fall fun day trips to Fairfield County
Fairfield County is just a short drive from Columbus, and there's so much to do and see! You'll find kid-friendly museums, spacious parks, beautiful green spaces, art centers, great dining options, community events, 17 historical covered bridges, and an open-air art trail Fall Fun in Fairfield … [Read more...] about Field trips and fall fun day trips to Fairfield County
Echoes in Time Drive-in Series at Ohio History Center
tba for 2021 Ohio History Center is taking Echoes in Time out of the theatre and into the parking lot! Each show will feature enjoy three back-to-back live performances from the safety and comfort of your car. Performers at Echoes in Time Drive-in will share Ohio-based stories set to … [Read more...] about Echoes in Time Drive-in Series at Ohio History Center
Fairfield County Covered Bridge Festival
Ohio has the second most original covered bridges in the nation with 125 (second to Pennsylvania), and Fairfield County has the most in the state with 17 covered bridges! With construction dating back to the 1800s, these beautiful covered wood bridges deserve their time in the spotlight. Be ready to … [Read more...] about Fairfield County Covered Bridge Festival
Homeschool and options for online school in Ohio
With the uncertainty of how the school year will look, and the work conflicts that parent are facing, many families are considering homeschooling, or enrolling with an established virtual learning academy. These options have been available to families for years, and will allow students to have … [Read more...] about Homeschool and options for online school in Ohio
Local Matters Pay-What-You-Can Cooking Classes
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
Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani, and Trace Adkins: A Drive-in Concert Experience
Music fans are flocking to drive-in theatres to watch concerts this summer! With tours on hold, Encore Drive-In Nights showcases the world’s most iconic music stars with performances filmed exclusively for drive-in theaters across North America. After huge success with the Garth Brooks drive-in … [Read more...] about Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani, and Trace Adkins: A Drive-in Concert Experience
Visit Kings Island; no reservations required
Kings Island is open for the rest of the Summer season! With roller coasters, rides, Planet Snoopy kids’ area, and Soak City, you'll find hours of fun for the whole family. Kings Island amusement park has put stringent health, safety and hygiene protocols in place to allow a safe opening. … [Read more...] about Visit Kings Island; no reservations required
Columbus Zoo is open: What you need to know before you go
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium has reopened in 2020, and there's so much to enjoy this year at the Zoo including new exhibits and new babies! Read below for the changes for the 2020 operating season for the Columbus Zoo, including required reservations, and more. The Zoo is open daily … [Read more...] about Columbus Zoo is open: What you need to know before you go
Marcus Pickerington Parking Lot Cinema
Marcus Theatres isn't quite ready to reopen to guests for regular movie programming, but they've come up with a safe alternative in the meantime. Marcus Pickerington Parking Lot Cinema brings the movies to the parking lot to be enjoyed like a drive-in movie experience. The films will be … [Read more...] about Marcus Pickerington Parking Lot Cinema
2021 Cedar Point season details tba
Need some thrills in your life after a boring summer in 2021? Cedar Point reopens in 2021 in Spring tba . Details about park visits will be announced closer to reopening date in 2021. Cedar Point Reopening Date tba for 2021 Shores Waterpark opening date has not yet been announced. 2020 … [Read more...] about 2021 Cedar Point season details tba
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
Goodnight with Dolly: Story time with Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton has done so much for literacy and fostering the love of reading for children and their families by creating Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. The organization gives each registered child one free, age-appropriate book per month from birth until they start school, and have given away … [Read more...] about Goodnight with Dolly: Story time with Dolly Parton