Even though it feels like summer shouldn't be ending soon, it's close to back to school time for Central Ohio students! Scour the sales, get your shopping done, and make sure you finish the summer with some FUN! We've gathered the best back to school deals and events below, as well as some … [Read more...] about Back to school deals and events for Columbus and Central Ohio
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Fire Dept. Open Houses in Columbus for Fire Prevention Week
Gather up your little firefighters and learn all about fire safety during Fire Prevention Week from October 8-14, 2023. 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 … [Read more...] about Fire Dept. Open Houses in Columbus for Fire Prevention Week
The Ohio Aviation Trail – 12 Seconds that Changed the World
Every time I look up and see a jetliner painting lines across the sky, I like to imagine where it might be heading. It’s hard to believe that just over a century ago, traveling by air was considered impossible. It only took 12 seconds in December of 1903 to change the future of travel forever. … [Read more...] about The Ohio Aviation Trail – 12 Seconds that Changed the World
KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest and Bubble Run
Don't miss the KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest on Saturday, August 5, 2023. The free family festival is from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at New Hope Church. The Powell Back to School Bash has the free school supplies, bounce park, games, balloon artist, airbrush tattoos, shopping, classes, family … [Read more...] about KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest and Bubble Run
Ohio Sales Tax Holiday for Tax Free Back-to-school Shopping
Back to school shopping is never cheap, but Ohioans can save a little more this year with a one weekend per year sales tax holiday from the Ohio Department of Taxation. Plan ahead, because from Friday, August 4, 2023 until Sunday, August 6, 2023 at 11:59 p.m., you can do some tax free back … [Read more...] about Ohio Sales Tax Holiday for Tax Free Back-to-school Shopping
Back-to-School Vaccine Clinics
In addition to school supplies and clothes, back-to-school season also means its time for vaccines for some kids. If you don't have a well child visit scheduled with a pediatrician or family doctor, there are regularly scheduled vaccine clinics at Franklin County Public Health. Clinics are … [Read more...] about Back-to-School Vaccine Clinics
Free admission for National Museum Day in September
Paused for 2023 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 17, 2022. Museum Day Live Check back later in the year for the theme for 2021, and to see a list of … [Read more...] about Free admission for National Museum Day in September
Free Summer Camps and Vacation Bible Schools
Summer is the perfect time for kids to embark on exciting adventures, make new friends, and create lasting memories at free summer camps. Free summer camps and Vacation Bible Schools offer incredible opportunities for children to engage in fun activities and learn valuable skills, while … [Read more...] about Free Summer Camps and Vacation Bible Schools
Pizza Hut Camp Book-IT: Combining Pizza and Reading Fun!
Who remembers the Pizza Hut Book-IT program from our childhood? Did you have the Book-IT pin and the gold star stickers that earned a personal pan pizza? Now families can participate in an undated version of Pizza Hut Camp Book-IT with the summer reading program. The Pizza Hut Camp Book-IT … [Read more...] about Pizza Hut Camp Book-IT: Combining Pizza and Reading Fun!
$50 rebate for your garden! GreenSpot Community Backyards rebate program
Residents in Franklin County can GO GREEN with the GreenSpot Community Backyards Rebate program. Get started with 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 2023 program begins … [Read more...] about $50 rebate for your garden! GreenSpot Community Backyards rebate program
PBJ & Jazz free kids concerts at Topiary Park
PBJ & Jazz Concert Series at Topiary Park is one of our favorite casual events to attend in the summer! 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 … [Read more...] about PBJ & Jazz free kids concerts at Topiary Park
Free book: Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Program
Barnes and Noble wants to reward your kids for summer reading with a FREE book for completing the Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Program. Summer Reading Program at Barnes and Noble Download and print a Reading Journal from the website for each child in grades 1-6. Kids are encouraged to … [Read more...] about Free book: Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Program
Free ‘Gone Fishing’ event at Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops for kids
Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s are aiming to get kids interested in fishing with their FREE fishing activities for kids at the Gone Fishing event near Father's Day. June 10 & 11 | 17 & 18, 2023 from 11am-3pm 'Gone Fishing' event at Cabela's and Bass Pro Shops features … [Read more...] about Free ‘Gone Fishing’ event at Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops for kids
Juneteenth Celebration and events in Columbus
Celebrate the end of the enslavement of African-American people in the United States with Juneteenth on the third weekend in June. Juneteenth, or June 19, 1865, is considered the date when the last slaves in America were freed in Galveston, Texas after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued on … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Celebration and events in Columbus
Over 15 Free Summer Reading Programs in Columbus
Summer reading programs are a great incentive to keep kids reading during the Summer months. Students who read over the summer break tend to avoid the "Summer Slide", or Summer learning loss. Students should be reading at least 10-20 minutes each day, and adults should be reading to non-readers … [Read more...] about Over 15 Free Summer Reading Programs in Columbus