As part of International Bat Week, the first annual Ohio Bat Festival is on Saturday, October 29, 2023 from 3 - 7 pm at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center on OSU campus. Ohio Bat Fest The Ohio Bat Fest is a fun, family-friendly, educational event on the Saturday before … [Read more...] about Learn all about bats at the Ohio Bat Fest at OSU
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Youth Aviation Adventure for teens 12-18
Teens interested in flight and aviation can learn all of the ins and outs at the Youth Aviation Adventure. The program is Saturday, September 23, 2023, from 8 am - 3:30 pm, and is just $5 per youth ages 12-18. Learn about Aerodynamics, Airport Operations, Careers in Aviation, Instrument … [Read more...] about Youth Aviation Adventure for teens 12-18
12+ Spooky Ghost Tours around Columbus
Get spooked this Halloween with several haunted 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 12+ Spooky Ghost Tours around Columbus
Washington Township Fire Station Open Houses
Kids who are into fire trucks aren't going to want to miss the Washington Township Fire Station Open House on Sunday, October 8, 2023 as a part of Fire Prevention Week. Washington Township Fire Station Open House Meet the firefighters, climb in a fire truck or ambulance, watch a cool … [Read more...] about Washington Township Fire Station Open Houses
Go stargazing with Planetarium at The Arne Slettebak Planetarium at OSU
If you're fascinated with the night sky, stars, and the rest of space out there, the Astronomy Department at The Ohio State University has some fun programs for you! While they used to host free public programs at The Arne Slettebak Planetarium, they are currently suspended for health and … [Read more...] about Go stargazing with Planetarium at The Arne Slettebak Planetarium at OSU
Walking Tours and Ghost Tour 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 Walking Tours and Ghost Tour with Worthington Historical Society
Westerville Fire Prevention Week Open House
Fire Prevention Week is October 8-14, 2023 and Westerville Division of Fire is wrapping it up with WFD's annual Fire Prevention Open House on Sunday, October 8, 2023 at Station 111 (400 W. Main St.). Westerville Fire Prevention Week Open House This free community event features family-friendly … [Read more...] about Westerville Fire Prevention Week Open House
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
Days of Knights transports you to Medieval Times
Are you ready to party like it's 1399? Days of Knights is coming on October 7-8, 2023 to Lancaster, Ohio - less than 40 minutes from Columbus! Travel back in time and experience the Middle Ages during one of the largest medieval-focused living history events in the country. Days of … [Read more...] about Days of Knights transports you to Medieval Times
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
Stratford Ecological Center Fall Harvest Fair
Celebrate the fall season on the farm with the annual Fall Harvest Fair at Stratford Ecological Center is Saturday, October 14, 2023 from 10 am - 1 pm. Kids of all ages can discover their inner farmer at this family friendly event. Climb a tractor, get your face painted, feed the … [Read more...] about Stratford Ecological Center Fall Harvest Fair
Back to school deal: $12 haircuts for kids at JCP Salons
A new school year calls for new supplies, new shoes, new clothes, and new haircut. To help kids go back to school with style, JCP Salons are offering $12 haircuts, or $12 off hair styling of $30 or more to children in grades K-6th grade. Details for back to school haircuts at JCP … [Read more...] about Back to school deal: $12 haircuts for kids at JCP Salons
Donate music instruments to the Gift of Music Campaign
Do you have music instruments collecting dust around your house or garage that have been abandoned by your kids (or you)? Clear out your space and donate instruments to give the gift of music. MusicColumbus, formerly The Columbus Music Commission, is hosting a Gift of Music student instrument … [Read more...] about Donate music instruments to the Gift of Music Campaign
Butterfly Weekend at Blendon Woods
Learn about amazing life cycle and 2,000 mile journey of the monarch butterfly at Blendon Woods Butterfly Weekend from September 2-4, 2023. Butterfly Weekend The festival celebrates the 2,000 mile journey of the monarch butterfly and will feature live butterflies, displays, videos and … [Read more...] about Butterfly Weekend at Blendon Woods
Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum exhibitions
The Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum is located on The Ohio State University campus, and is a must-see for comic and cartoon lovers. The library and museum holds the world’s largest collection of materials related to comics and cartoons, including original art, books, magazines, … [Read more...] about Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum exhibitions