Get spooked this Halloween with several haunting ghost tours around Columbus. If you're into haunted history, these tours are perfect for you - all the spooks, but without the gore and special effects of haunted houses. These tours are always popular and will sell out fast. Purchase … [Read more...] about 15 Spooky Ghost Tours around Columbus in 2021
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Children’s Advocacy Project: CAP4Kids Community Resources
CAP4Kids (Children’s Advocacy Project for Kids) Columbus is a website that has made it easy to quickly connect kids and families to 1,000+ resources around the community. Their mission is to help bridge the gap between local social service agencies and the families that need their help. Now … [Read more...] about Children’s Advocacy Project: CAP4Kids Community Resources
Fire Prevention Week and Fire Dept. Open Houses in Columbus
Gather up your little firefighters and learn all about fire safety during Fire Prevention Week from October 3-9, 2021. Many fire stations around Columbus will be holding events through the week to educate and entertain, and teach your family how to stay safe. The theme for this Fire Prevention … [Read more...] about Fire Prevention Week and Fire Dept. Open Houses in Columbus
Tour of Homes & Gardens, Ghost Tour, and more with Worthington Historical Society
The Worthington Historical Society maintains properties such as the Orange Johnson House, the Old Rectory, the Jeffers Mound, and hosts events through the year to educate and remember the town’s history. In addition to the preserving and maintaining the historical buildings, the society hosts … [Read more...] about Tour of Homes & Gardens, Ghost Tour, and more with Worthington Historical Society
Free admission for National Museum Day in September
Lose yourself in a great museum this year with FREE admission to one of 1,200 venues in the U.S. during the annual Smithsonian Museum Day Live! on Saturday, September 18, 2021. The 2020 date was cancelled and the 2021 date was moved to fall, so please check links to ensure the 2021 event is still … [Read more...] about Free admission for National Museum Day in September
$50 rebate for your garden! GreenSpot Community Backyards rebate program
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Residents in Franklin County can GO GREEN with the GreenSpot Community Backyards Rebate program. There's still time to get a $50 rebate on the purchase of a rain barrel, compost bin, or native trees and plants to help keep your environment more green and healthy. The 2021 program … [Read more...] about $50 rebate for your garden! GreenSpot Community Backyards rebate program
Free Lowe’s DIY Kids Workshop Kits
Lowe's had to halt their in-person Build and Grow Clinics last Spring, but they still have some DIY fun for kids to do at home! DIY Kids Workshops kits can be picked up at your local store on select dates. Take them home to work on with the kids so they can learn about building and safety, … [Read more...] about Free Lowe’s DIY Kids Workshop Kits
Sundays train rides at The Ohio Railway Museum
Train enthusiasts of all ages will love The Ohio Railway Museum in Worthington! Not only can you check out the amazing collection of trains, you can take a two mile round trip demonstration ride on one of the museum's streetcars or interurbans. The Ohio Railway Museum has plenty of … [Read more...] about Sundays train rides at The Ohio Railway Museum
Patriot Day events in observance of 9/11 in Columbus
A date we will never forget - September 11, 2001. Patriot Day is observed on September 11 of each year in memory of the 2,977 people killed in the terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., and aboard United Flight 93 near Shanksville, … [Read more...] about Patriot Day events in observance of 9/11 in Columbus
PBJ & Jazz free kids concerts at Topiary Park
PBJ & Jazz Concert Series at Topiary Park is BACK in 2021, and we are so excited! These concerts entertain kids and get them interested in all types of music, while enjoying the amazing Topiary Park! PBJ & Jazz concerts are free 1-hour long interactive concerts with Columbus Jazz … [Read more...] about PBJ & Jazz free kids concerts at Topiary Park
OSU CHAIRE Family-Animal Interaction Day
Center for Human-Animal Interactions Research & Education at Ohio State University, or CHAIRE, hosts family-friendly fundraiser that is perfect for animal lovers. Family-Animal Interaction Day is Saturday, October 2, 2021 from noon - 5 pm, and will be full of animal fun. This exciting … [Read more...] about OSU CHAIRE Family-Animal Interaction Day
Discounted and Free Museum Days in Columbus
Exploring museums is the perfect blend of entertainment and education, and a great way to spend some time! Museum admission can be expensive, but some of the best museums in Columbus offer discounted or free museum days. There are even several great museums that are free all of the … [Read more...] about Discounted and Free Museum Days in Columbus
Monarch Weekend at Blendon Woods
Learn about amazing life cycle and 2,000 mile journey of the monarch butterfly at Blendon Woods Monarch Weekend from September 4-6, 2021. The festival celebrates the 2,000 mile journey of the monarch butterfly and will feature live butterflies, displays, videos and more. See monarch … [Read more...] about Monarch Weekend at Blendon Woods
Safari in Ohio: Take a Wilds Tour, including Safaris, Horseback, Zipline, Sunset, and more!
Looking for something interesting to do this Spring and Summer? Explore The Wilds in Cumberland, Ohio, with nearly 10,000 acres of open range habitat for rare and endangered species. Go on a Wilds Tour via open air safari, horseback, and more! They have plenty of adventures and even some … [Read more...] about Safari in Ohio: Take a Wilds Tour, including Safaris, Horseback, Zipline, Sunset, and more!
Planetariums and Astronomy: Celestial events and best places to see the stars
Sometimes it's nice to take your gaze from your glowing screen to the glowing night sky instead. Whether you're serious about astronomy or just love gazing up at the stars and the moon, there's no doubt that stargazing is relaxing and makes you feel part of something bigger than what's going on in … [Read more...] about Planetariums and Astronomy: Celestial events and best places to see the stars
