Summertime means you probably have some (or many!) home, yard, and garden projects on your list! If you don't have the tools you need, don't buy them - borrow them from the Modcon Living’s Tool Library for Franklin County residents. Modcon Living’s Tool Library offers over … [Read more...] about Free Tool Rental at Modcon Living’s Tool Library
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Upper Arlington Fall Fest
Upper Arlington is celebrating the changing season with Fall Fest on Sunday, October 6, 2019, from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. at Fancyburg Park. Activities include pumpkin carving, inflatables, face painting, apple cider pressing, caramel apple dipping, chili cook-off, and … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Fall Fest
Go stargazing at the Planetarium at Ohio State
If you're fascinated with the night sky, stars, and the rest of space out there, don't miss the free public programs at The Arne Slettebak Planetarium at Ohio State University. Operating since 1968 by the Department of Astronomy, the 63-seat 30-foot dome theater … [Read more...] about Go stargazing at the Planetarium at Ohio State
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 flight lasts about 15 or 20 minutes long, and the pilot also 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 Sundays and other discounts at Columbus Museum of Art
Take a Sunday to appreciate art at Columbus Museum of Art during Free Sundays at CMA, open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. The free admission also includes all exhibitions, as well as The Wonder Room for families, Big Idea Gallery, and much more during free Sundays at … [Read more...] about Free Sundays and other discounts at Columbus Museum of Art
Photo op: Sunflower Fields in Central Ohio
Visiting a sunflower field is a "must do" in late summer or fall, and fields are popping up all over. Grab your family or friends, and get ready to post your sunny pics on IG when you visit one of these sunflower fields around Central Ohio (or a little further). Before you visit a sunflower … [Read more...] about Photo op: Sunflower Fields in Central Ohio
Hoot Family Film Series for families
Bring the family to Gateway Film Center for a free monthly Hoot Family Film Series. Kids will sing songs, make crafts, and more! At 10:00 a.m. on the last Saturday of each month (except November), the film center provides stimulating activities for families, including games, crafts … [Read more...] about Hoot Family Film Series for families
Pumpkin EVERYTHING at The Great Circleville Pumpkin Show
Don't miss the oldest and largest festival in Ohio! The Circleville Pumpkin Show is from Wednesday, October 16 – Saturday, October 19, 2019; it's always the 3rd Wednesday of October. There are plenty of family-friendly events going on all week at this free festival including 7 parades, … [Read more...] about Pumpkin EVERYTHING at The Great Circleville Pumpkin Show
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 6-12, 2019. 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
Family Nights at Worthington Community Center
The Worthington Community Center hosts Family Nights most Friday evenings. Kids of all ages will enjoy the free fun, which includes arts and crafts, little tykes gym activities, and big kids' gym activities. The activities last from 6:30 - 9 p.m. and are the perfect way to usher in the … [Read more...] about Family Nights at Worthington Community Center
Fairfield County Covered Bridge Festival
Ohio has the second most original covered bridges in the nation with 125 (second to Pennsylvania), and Fairfield County has the most in the state with 17 covered bridges! With construction dating back to the 1800s, these beautiful covered wood bridges deserve their time in the spotlight. Be ready to … [Read more...] about Fairfield County Covered Bridge Festival
Over 20 Touch-a-Truck events in Columbus
Kids love to explore emergency vehicles, construction vehicles, and farm equipment, and there are plenty of touch-a-truck events in Columbus and Central Ohio to fulfill their curiosity! These events are a wonderful learning experience for kids that are full of photo-ops, so don't … [Read more...] about Over 20 Touch-a-Truck events in Columbus
Crafternoons at OSU Urban Arts Space
OSU Urban Arts Space is hosting Crafternoons!, crafty art sessions for adults, on one Saturday per month. The next class will be on Saturday, September 21 from 1 - 2:30 p.m. you'll enjoy innovative and crafty art projects. Project tba. Crafternoons is free and open to all over … [Read more...] about Crafternoons at OSU Urban Arts Space
Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons
Now that fall is here, enjoy the season at the Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons on Saturday, September 28, from 12 - 4 p.m. The Harvest Fair will feature a day of family-friendly rides, games, and entertainment. Families can enjoy a free pumpkin craft, petting zoo, carving demos, and … [Read more...] about Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons
Free crafts for kids at Lakeshore Learning
Every Saturday from 11am - 3pm, Lakeshore Learning Store offers FREE crafts for kids for ages 3 and up at all locations! Get the kids out of the house and let them be creative (while someone else deals with the mess). Free Lakeshore Learning Kids Crafts Calendar September 7: … [Read more...] about Free crafts for kids at Lakeshore Learning
