Apple season is coming up! Apple season typically runs from July to early November, wrapping up with my favorite variety, Goldrush! I've gathered a list of the 12 best places to pick apples in Columbus, and the 5 best orchards to pick peaches in Columbus, so you can have a freshly picked apple a day … [Read more...] about U-pick: Best places to pick peaches and apples in Columbus
Events for Families and Kids
Pride of Ohio Drive-In Movie Series at Ohio History Center
You can't go to the movies right now, but you can enjoy the Drive-In Movie Series at Ohio History Center this summer! Enjoy the classic drive-in movie experience with your family from the safety of your own car. The drive-in movie series will be located in the parking lot at Ohio History … [Read more...] about Pride of Ohio Drive-In Movie Series at Ohio History Center
Over 15 Free Summer Reading Programs
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 for … [Read more...] about Over 15 Free Summer Reading Programs
Go floating with Trapper John’s Canoe Livery on Big Darby Creek
Summer is about to begin, and canoeing is a great option during the dog days AND once we head into fall and the leave start to change. Trapper John's Canoeing is about 15-20 minutes south of the city on Big Darby Creek and is a great way to spend a summer morning or afternoon. Whether … [Read more...] about Go floating with Trapper John’s Canoe Livery on Big Darby Creek
Sign up for Kids Bowl Free this Summer
This summer take the kids bowling without emptying your wallet! KidsBowlFree.com offers two games of bowling for free every day for kids at participating bowling alleys (up to ages 18 and under, depending on location). Additionally, adults and older kids are eligible for two free games a day … [Read more...] about Sign up for Kids Bowl Free this Summer
Rent an RV for summer vacation or travel
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Vacations and travel are a little different this year. Trips to crowded tourist attractions have been cancelled in lieu of outdoor adventures and nature. Flights and hotels have been cancelled; and roadtrips and campgrounds have been booked. If you don't have the gear or desire to camp in a tent, … [Read more...] about Rent an RV for summer vacation or travel
Free days at U.S. national parks
America's Best Idea — our national parks — is even better when admission is free! Mark your calendar now for entrance fee-free dates for the coming year. On these dates, FREE entrance is available to 133 National Parks across the country that normally charge a fee. During the fee-free days, the … [Read more...] about Free days at U.S. national parks
Beautiful Blooms at Coshocton Sunflower Festival
Sunflowers season is highly anticipated in Central Ohio during which the sunflower unofficially officially becomes the flower of Instagram. The Coshocton Sunflower Festival brings all of the happiness and photo ops to a 4-acre field. Heading in the 3rd year of the festival, the Coshocton … [Read more...] about Beautiful Blooms at Coshocton Sunflower Festival
Visit Kings Island; no reservations required
Kings Island is open for the rest of the Summer season! With roller coasters, rides, Planet Snoopy kids’ area, and Soak City, you'll find hours of fun for the whole family. Kings Island amusement park has put stringent health, safety and hygiene protocols in place to allow a safe opening. … [Read more...] about Visit Kings Island; no reservations required
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
COTA Bus Service and Discount for Columbus Zoo and Zoombezi Bay
You don't have to fight traffic or pay for parking to enjoy the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and Zoombezi Bay - and you can get a huge discount for Columbus Zoo and Zoombezi Bay. The Columbus Zoo and COTA have again partnered to provide bus service from downtown Columbus, Dublin Park & Ride, … [Read more...] about COTA Bus Service and Discount for Columbus Zoo and Zoombezi Bay
Ways to Volunteer in Columbus
Volunteering is an important way to give back to your community. No matter what your interests, abilities, and availability, there's a perfect volunteer opportunity for you. If there is a field or cause that is close to your heart, we suggest that you start there, as passion is a wonderful … [Read more...] about Ways to Volunteer in Columbus
Free summer meals for kids and Mobile Produce Markets
In an effort to curb food insecurity with kids in Franklin County, there are programs to provide free lunch for kids, and free produce to low income families. The Go, Lunch! Summer Food Program with Columbus Recreation and Parks' offers free, nutritionally balanced meals during the Summer months at … [Read more...] about Free summer meals for kids and Mobile Produce Markets
Summer Movie Series with New Albany Parks & Recreation
New Albany Parks & Recreation is celebrating summer with the 2020 Summer Movie Series, with adjustments to keep everyone safe! The movies will be held at Bevelhymer Park (7860 Bevelhymer Road) and will be drive-in style. Each vehicle will have an adjacent parking spot for a "tailgate" … [Read more...] about Summer Movie Series with New Albany Parks & Recreation
Build-a-Bear Count Your Candles Birthday Treat Bear
Build-a-Bear has a birthday treat that your kiddos will love! Head into a store during their birthday month and pay their age for a bear, and enjoy special birthday fun! If your kids birthday happened during store closures, they are honoring birthdays from March, April, and May right now! Safety … [Read more...] about Build-a-Bear Count Your Candles Birthday Treat Bear
