Thurber House is a nonprofit literary arts center that serves as an educational gathering place for readers, writers, and artists from all over the world. Since 1984, Thurber House and the Thurber Center next door have held author events, creative programming, writing workshops for kids and … [Read more...] about Thurber House Tours, Book Bar Mixer, and more
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Free Comic Book Day back in May
Free Comic Book Day returns to the first Saturday of May. Participating comic books shops across America will be giving away a free comic book to anyone who comes in. A committee of comic shop retailers chose 45+ titles to be available on Free Comic Book Day: eleven Gold Sponsor comics and … [Read more...] about Free Comic Book Day back in May
Library Story Time around Columbus
Story time at the library was one of my favorite things to do to get out of the house with my toddlers. They learned so many songs and games at story time, and it allowed them to interact with kids their age. It's also a great way for kids who don't go to preschool or daycare to learn … [Read more...] about Library Story Time around Columbus
Carnegie Author Series with Columbus Metropolitan Library
The Columbus Metropolitan Library is always striving to connect readers with books and authors, and they've really met the mark with these Author Talks. The Carnegie Author Series Author Talks brings national authors to you! 2025 Carnegie Author Series Author Talks The Carnegie Author Series … [Read more...] about Carnegie Author Series with Columbus Metropolitan Library
Book lovers: Don’t miss the Ohioana Book Festival
The Ohioana Book Festival returns to the Columbus Metropolitan Library on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Held each spring, the Festival welcomes roughly 140 authors and more than 3,000 visitors every year. This free event celebrates Ohio authors and has events for book lovers of all … [Read more...] about Book lovers: Don’t miss the Ohioana Book Festival
Friends of Pickerington Public Library Book Sale
The Friends of Pickerington Public Library hosts a semi-annual book sale at Pickerington Main Library each Spring and Fall, plus a Summer Reading pop-up. Almost all the items at the sale have never been previously offered. The sale has a variety of books in many genres and will provide … [Read more...] about Friends of Pickerington Public Library Book Sale
Shop the Big Book Sale at Columbus Main Library
Book lover's don't want to miss this sale! There will be 1000's of books, DVDs, CDs, and audio books for sale, starting at $1 at The Big Book Sale at the Columbus Main Library. The public sale is held three times. Friday and Saturday are public sale days, with a clearance sale on Sunday. For … [Read more...] about Shop the Big Book Sale at Columbus Main Library
Book sales and Book events for Literary Lovers
Bookworms, unite! If you live for libraries, collect more books than you'll every read, or dabble in writing yourself, you probably LOVE literary events and book sales. From book clubs, author talks, workshops, literary festivals, and the ever-popular book sales, you cannot get enough of the … [Read more...] about Book sales and Book events for Literary Lovers
Delaware County District Library Friends Book Sales and events
Delaware County District Library is made up of 5 branches and two Maker Studios. The library serves the community by providing free resources, entertainment, programming, gathering space, and access to technology. It encourages reading, learning, community discussion, and supports lifelong … [Read more...] about Delaware County District Library Friends Book Sales and events
Book sales and fun events at Upper Arlington Public Library
Upper Arlington Public Library offers many fun and educational programs for children ages 0-18 through the Youth Services program, as well as events for adults, all year long. With three branches in the UAPL system, you'll always find something to do! Friends of the Upper Arlington Library Book … [Read more...] about Book sales and fun events at Upper Arlington Public Library
Free books for kids with The Ohio Governor’s Imagination Library
The Ohio Governor’s Imagination Library is working to improve early childhood literacy across Ohio by joining forces with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to provide books to babies and young children in Ohio. They are providing books to children each month starting at birth in the hopes that … [Read more...] about Free books for kids with The Ohio Governor’s Imagination Library
Kids can get FREE Disney on Ice tickets by reading books
To encourage reading, Disney On Ice has partnered with local public libraries for a children’s reading program leading up to their show this month. Disney on Ice presents Frozen and Encanto skates into Columbus, playing nine fun-filled performances from January 30 - February 2, 2025 at … [Read more...] about Kids can get FREE Disney on Ice tickets by reading books
Aldus Society Literary Talks for book lovers
The Aldus Society is central Ohio’s connection for book lovers, hosting free literary events and author talks each month. The organization is open to readers, book collectors, writers, and anyone who loves the printed word. Events are free and open to the public. Aldus Society Literary … [Read more...] about Aldus Society Literary Talks for book lovers
Jolabokaflod: Books and chocolates for a cozy Christmas Eve tradition
The Christmas season is such a rush of events, shopping, decorating, wrapping, prepping, cooking and socializing, that it can feel rushed and stressful. End the wind-up to the season with the peaceful and indulgent Christmas eve Icelandic tradition of Jólabókaflóðið. What is … [Read more...] about Jolabokaflod: Books and chocolates for a cozy Christmas Eve tradition
Zoom Family Film and Book Festival at Wexner Center
Wexner Center for the Arts on the campus of The Ohio State University has fun events and activities for all ages throughout the year. One of the most popular events is the Zoom Family Film Festival! Zoom Family Film Festival This year’s weekend festival includes a Friday night screening … [Read more...] about Zoom Family Film and Book Festival at Wexner Center
