With school being cancelled through at least April 30, many families who relied on free or reduced breakfast and lunch for their kids at school struggle to provide extra meals for their kids. In addition, many families are dealing with job lose or reduction of hours due to closure of non-essential … [Read more...] about Schools and restaurants offering free lunch for kids
Best of Columbus on the Cheap
Pre-order Farmers Markets goods from vendors offering pickup/delivery
Even though indoor farmers markets have closed, you can still get the local produce, baked goods, meat, culinary goods, home products, and more that you'd find at the markets. Instead of browsing at the market, you'll browse online for pre-order farmers market goods from vendors offering pickup and … [Read more...] about Pre-order Farmers Markets goods from vendors offering pickup/delivery
Updated: Senior shopping hours in Columbus stores
Grocery stores will continue to remain open during the stay-at-home order. In order to protect seniors and people with underlying medical conditions, many stores in Columbus have created designated senior shopping hours to minimize the health risk. Senior shopping hours in Columbus … [Read more...] about Updated: Senior shopping hours in Columbus stores
Free food freebies, delivery and cheap eats in Columbus
Dining out isn't usually cheap, but if you're going to do it, make sure you check out these freebies and special to make it a little easier on your wallet. There are some great food freebies and deals coming up around Columbus! Check the links for details, and please verify with your location. … [Read more...] about Free food freebies, delivery and cheap eats in Columbus
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 Fun and Free Educational Resources for Kids
Easter Basket Filler Ideas for all ages
It's almost time for the Easter Bunny to fill those baskets! We put together a huge list of Easter Basket Fillers for all ages! (besides the obvious and necessary Easter candy). With young kids, we try to keep the basket light on candy, so I'm always looking for other non-candy Easter basket … [Read more...] about Easter Basket Filler Ideas for all ages
DIY Take and Make Kits in Columbus
Everyone is stuck at home, and things are getting boring. Local businesses are boxing up some fun and creativity with take and make kits featuring sweets and treats, food, arts and crafts, and even beauty options! We need local businesses as much as they need us, so if you are looking for … [Read more...] about DIY Take and Make Kits in Columbus
Freebies for healthcare workers and frontline employees
Companies are stepping up to offer freebies to healthcare workers and other frontline employees for their hard work and dedication now and always. It's not an easy time to work in healthcare, and these heroes deserve everything, and more. There's no doubt that they are facing challenges and … [Read more...] about Freebies for healthcare workers and frontline employees
Program 60 at OSU: Free college courses for seniors
You're never too old to be a Buckeye at The Ohio State University! Ohio residents age 60 or older can take FREE courses and connect with The Ohio State University community through the Program 60. Program 60 participants attend courses on an instructor permission, space-available, audit basis … [Read more...] about Program 60 at OSU: Free college courses for seniors
Free Crocs for Healthcare Workers
Crocs is sharing a pair for healthcare workers! Crocs is donating pairs of free crocs to healthcare workers on the frontlines as a thank you for their hard work, and to support them as they support the rest of us! How to sign up for free Crocs For a chance to receive a free pair of … [Read more...] about Free Crocs for Healthcare Workers
Starbucks: Free coffee for frontline healthcare workers and first responders
Starbucks is rewarding some of our heroes in the safety and health care industries with free tall brewed or iced coffees. The company announced that they are offering free coffee for frontline healthcare workers and first responders through May 3. Police officers, firefighters, paramedics, … [Read more...] about Starbucks: Free coffee for frontline healthcare workers and first responders
Looking for a job? These companies are hiring in Columbus
Whether you're newly unemployed, laid off, or have been looking for a job, there are many companies that are currently hiring in Columbus and Central Ohio. Most grocery, retail, and food industry companies that have been deemed essential are hiring. Some positions may be temporary, but that may all … [Read more...] about Looking for a job? These companies are hiring in Columbus
Spring Break: at home edition
It's Spring break for many schools over the next couple weeks, but this year, you're not going anywhere. Having Spring break at home doesn't have to be boring - and it doesn't have to be jammed packed with exciting activities. Go day by day, and let the kids make suggestions. Let them have some … [Read more...] about Spring Break: at home edition
Connect with friends and family in a Group Facetime Chat
Do you miss getting together with family and friends lately? Get together virtually with a Group FaceTime chat! I've used FaceTime for years and didn't realize this was an option. You can video chat with multiple people in different (or same) households at the same time! Why you should you … [Read more...] about Connect with friends and family in a Group Facetime Chat
Free at home workout options for all
I'm a gym person. Whether working out on my own, or going to fitness class, or playing a sport, a gym is MY place for exercise. I know that as soon as I walk in the door, there's nothing else that I need to do there, other than exercise. But right now, at home workout options are my only … [Read more...] about Free at home workout options for all
