Polar Bears International is bringing the polar bears and the Arctic to you with special spring Tundra Connections® 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 … [Read more...] about Chill Out With Polar Bears webcast, live chats, and more!
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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
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
Learn at Home with Ohio History Connection
Ohio History Connection is such a fun and educational resource in our city, but the education doesn't stop in the museum or at school! Kids can continue to explore with Learn at Home through Ohio History Connection. They've gathered resources and content to keep your kids engaged and interested in … [Read more...] about Learn at Home with Ohio History Connection
Virtual tours, on demand videos and live streams for kids
Your kids are home with you for 3 weeks...maybe longer. 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 Virtual tours, on demand videos and live streams 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 students
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 students
Comcast: Free internet service and faster speeds for low income families
In effort to do their part in helping to manage the COVID-19 emergency, Comcast is helping customers stay connected to families, resources, school, and more through the Internet with free internet service and faster speeds for low income families. Comcast announced that they are increasing … [Read more...] about Comcast: Free internet service and faster speeds for low income families
Historian in Training at Ohio History Center
The Ohio History Center hosts Historian in Training programs geared toward kids ages 3-6. A historian is curious. A historian never stops learning. A historian uses hands-on experiences and new information to draw conclusions. It's never too soon to start learning the tools of the history … [Read more...] about Historian in Training at Ohio History Center
Safety Town Camps in Columbus
Have you heard about Safety Town Camps for kids? Safety Town camps are typically available for kids ages 5-6 to teach them how to be safe in their community. My son attended New Albany Safety Town last year and had a blast! It was his first camp experience, and he learned so much. There are so many … [Read more...] about Safety Town Camps in Columbus
Thurber House Evenings with Authors
The Thurber House presents the Evenings with Authors series, which hosts nationally-known authors for discussions about their work at Columbus Museum of Art. Each author gives a 45-minute reading, followed by a 15-minute question-and-answer period. A book signing and coffee and … [Read more...] about Thurber House Evenings with Authors
Get tech savvy: Free Apple Workshops
Learn how to get the most out of your Mac, iPad, iPhone, Apple Watch, or iPod at Free Apple Workshops at the Apple Stores. If you're new to Apple technology or just doing the basics on your Apple products, you're probably missing out on some awesome features and capabilities. These … [Read more...] about Get tech savvy: Free Apple Workshops
CANCELLED: Lowe’s Build and Grow Clinics
ALL WORKSHOPS AT LOWE'S ARE CANCELLED FOR THE FORESEEABLE FUTURE. The tabletop basketball kit can be picked up in store to be complete at home, while supplies last. Lowe's Build and Grow Clinics are free workshops to teach kids about building and safety. The recommended ages for the Build … [Read more...] about CANCELLED: Lowe’s Build and Grow Clinics
Go stargazing at the Planetarium at Ohio State
If you're fascinated with the night sky, stars, and the rest of space out there, don't miss the free public programs at The Arne Slettebak Planetarium at Ohio State University. Operating since 1968 by the Department of Astronomy, the 63-seat 30-foot dome theater … [Read more...] about Go stargazing at the Planetarium at Ohio State
Summer Camps at Columbus Metro Parks
Get the kids outside this summer with Columbus Metro Parks. They are offering a variety of summer camps and various metro parks. Registration fills up fast, so sign up as soon as they open on February 19, 2020 at 8 am! There are 8 weeks of Traditional Day Camps with different … [Read more...] about Summer Camps at Columbus Metro Parks
