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 … [Read more...] about Safari in Ohio: Take a Wilds Tour, including Safaris, Horseback, Zipline, Sunset, and more!
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Columbus Zoo Earth Day Celebration: Party for the Planet
The Columbus Zoo celebrates Mother Earth with an Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 22-23, 2023, from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Learn about little things that you can do in your daily life that will add up to make a big difference for all living creatures. Earth Day Celebration at the … [Read more...] about Columbus Zoo Earth Day Celebration: Party for the Planet
Free airplane rides for kids with Young Eagles
In the Young Eagles program, volunteer pilots give kids age 8-17 years old free airplane rides. The flights last about 15 or 20 minutes long, and the pilot involves the kid in the pre-flight inspection, and teaches him or her about the instrument panel, aeronautical chart and parts of the … [Read more...] about Free airplane rides for kids with Young Eagles
Free Lowe’s DIY Kids Workshop Kits
Lowe's is resuming in-person Build and Grow Clinics, but they will still have the DIY option for kids to do at home! Select Lowe's locations are also opening up limited spots for in-person workshops. The recommended ages for the Lowe's DIY Kits are 4-11. All supplies and … [Read more...] about Free Lowe’s DIY Kids Workshop Kits
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
Summer Camps at Columbus Metro Parks
Get the kids outside this summer with Columbus Metro Parks. They offer a variety of summer camps and at various metro parks. Registration is open now, and spots are going fast! Traditional Day Camps There are 8 weeks of Traditional Day Camps with different themes at Highbanks, … [Read more...] about Summer Camps at Columbus Metro Parks
Comics and Cognitive Science with OSU CCBS
The OSU Center for Cognitive and Brain Sciences puts on a event each Spring to engage the community outside of OSU. Guests are treated to a discussion by leading experts in relevant fields to analyze the cognitive science themes underlying their favorite media, films, and art. The program … [Read more...] about Comics and Cognitive Science with OSU CCBS
Special exhibits, tours and events at Ohio Statehouse and Museum
The stunning Capitol Square complex sits in the middle of downtown Columbus, surrounded by Broad, High, State, and 3rd Streets. Capitol Square includes the Ohio Statehouse, Senate Building and Atrium. The buildings are working government offices, and monuments to the people and the period during … [Read more...] about Special exhibits, tours and events at Ohio Statehouse and Museum
Celebrate Science! COSI Science Festival
It's Science time! The COSI Science Festival is May 3-6, 2023 featuring science-based events all over the city for ALL AGES! At the end of all of the learning (that'll feel more like fun than education), celebrate your newfound science skills at the Big Science Celebration on May … [Read more...] about Celebrate Science! COSI Science Festival
2023 Safety Town Camps in Columbus
Have you heard about Safety Town Camps for kids? Safety Town camps are typically available for kids ages 5-7 to teach them how to be safe in their community. My kids attended New Albany Safety Town when they were young, and had a blast! As a first camp experience, and they learned so much. There … [Read more...] about 2023 Safety Town Camps in Columbus
Book lovers: Don’t miss the Ohioana Book Festival
The Ohioana Book Festival returns to the Columbus Metropolitan Library on Saturday, April 22, 2023. 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 … [Read more...] about Book lovers: Don’t miss the Ohioana Book Festival
Spring events, Nature Fun, and more at Dawes Arboretum in Newark
Head to Licking County to enjoy acres of nature at Dawes Arboretum in Newark, Ohio. Home to over 5300 different types of plants with more than 15,400 plants on grounds, you'll find new things to explore every time you visit. Located about 30 minutes east of Columbus, Dawes Arboretum … [Read more...] about Spring events, Nature Fun, and more at Dawes Arboretum in Newark
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
Where to watch Total Solar Eclipse April 2024 (and 2023 annual solar eclipse)
It's coming....the day will go dark during the Total Solar Eclipse 2024 across North America - and Ohio is in the path of totality! We know it sounds early to make plans for this, but if you intend to travel or book rooms along the path of totality, you need to make plans sooner than … [Read more...] about Where to watch Total Solar Eclipse April 2024 (and 2023 annual solar eclipse)
TEDxOhioStateUniversity presents main event “Currents”
TEDxOhioStateUniversity is a student-run organization on Ohio State's campus whose mission is to bring “Ideas Worth Spreading” to the Ohio State and Columbus community. The organization hosts an annual main event featuring ideas from students, faculty, and alumni of the University. The … [Read more...] about TEDxOhioStateUniversity presents main event “Currents”