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Jack Pine Glass Garden Art Festival

The Jack Pine Glass Garden Art Festival is an outdoor art show experience featuring local artists and food vendors selling their craft on May 2-4, 2025 in Hocking Hills. Bring mom to the festival to enjoy hand-crafted works of garden art displayed in beautiful gardens that offer a perfect … [Read more...] about Jack Pine Glass Garden Art Festival

Columbus Modern Dance Company Mother’s Day Tea in the Garden

Modern dance & afternoon tea among the topiaries – what better way to spend Mother’s Day weekend than with the Annual Columbus Modern Dance Company Mother’s Day Tea in the Garden performance?  Columbus Modern Dance Company in Topiary Park CoMo Dance returns to Columbus gem, the … [Read more...] about Columbus Modern Dance Company Mother’s Day Tea in the Garden

Mother’s Day Weekend at Franklin Park Conservatory

Franklin Park Conservatory has so much to offer for all ages, and your mom will love visiting this incredible attraction for Mother's Day Through July 7, 2024 visit the Blooms and Butterflies Exhibit featuring hundreds of colorful, exotic butterflies flying freely in the Pacific Island Water … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day Weekend at Franklin Park Conservatory

Columbus Gift Guide: Teacher Gifts and hostess gifts

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Need a small gift of appreciation for someone in your life? This list of small gift ideas is great for teacher gifts, hostess gifts, as well as office, friend, or extended family gifts - basically, any adult in your life!  Most people have enough "stuff", so aim for gifts that are … [Read more...] about Columbus Gift Guide: Teacher Gifts and hostess gifts

Fun Family Getaway: Comfort Inn Splash Harbor and Mansfield, Ohio

Looking for a fun and inexpensive family getaway close to Columbus? Enjoy indoor waterpark fun for the price of a hotel room at Comfort Inn Splash Harbor in Bellville, about an hour from Columbus.  With room rates starting around $100 depending on the season, it's an affordable trip that … [Read more...] about Fun Family Getaway: Comfort Inn Splash Harbor and Mansfield, Ohio

Easter Egg Hunts at BrewDog Canal Winchester, Franklinton, and New Albany

Celebrate Easter Sunday with festive Easter egg hunts at BrewDog Columbus-area locations—including DogTap in Canal Winchester, Franklinton, and New Albany! Whether you're bringing the kids, the pup, or just looking to enjoy a laid-back holiday outing, BrewDog has something for everyone this … [Read more...] about Easter Egg Hunts at BrewDog Canal Winchester, Franklinton, and New Albany

Decorating Easter Eggs, Marshmallows, and other Easter crafts

Easter is later this year, which means it won't sneak up on me as fast as it did the last couple of years! If you're looking for fun Easter crafts or ways to decorate Easter eggs, I've gathered a few resources to help! Yes, eggs are expensive right now. I still can't imagine the kids not coloring … [Read more...] about Decorating Easter Eggs, Marshmallows, and other Easter crafts

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Community Easter Egg Hunt at Church of Scientology Central Ohio

The Church of Scientology of Central Ohio is hosting a Community Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 20, 2025 from 1 - 4pm. Kids of all ages can participate in an egg hunt at 1:00 pm sharp. With colorful eggs hidden throughout the venue, the little ones will have a blast searching high and … [Read more...] about Community Easter Egg Hunt at Church of Scientology Central Ohio

Easter Bunny Visits at Polaris Fashion Place

Easter is coming and there are several special Easter Bunny events at Polaris Fashion Place that you don't want to miss, including visits with the Bunny, KidX fun, and more! Visit the Easter Bunny at Polaris March 21 - April 19, 2025 Bring the kids to the Easter bunny set at Center Court to … [Read more...] about Easter Bunny Visits at Polaris Fashion Place

4 Westerville Easter Egg hunts, plus Pups and Hops pet photos

Westerville Parks and Recreation hosts several Spring events and Easter egg hunts in Westerville. Not only do they have the traditional-style egg hunt, they also offer Easter fun for teens, individuals with disabilities, and even an underwater hunt! Paws & Hops Sunday, April 6, 2025 … [Read more...] about 4 Westerville Easter Egg hunts, plus Pups and Hops pet photos

Granville Easter Egg Hunts include a special needs option and traditional hunt

Granville Recreation District hosts two Easter Egg Hunts in Granville on April 19, 2025 One hunt is with Granville Outreach for special needs people of all ages at Wildwood Playground. The other hunt is a traditional egg hunt for kids at Bryn Du Mansion.  GO Egg Hunt for Special Needs … [Read more...] about Granville Easter Egg Hunts include a special needs option and traditional hunt

Landoll’s Mohican Castle Adult Easter Egg Hunt

Landoll's Mohican Castle is a unique and picturesque resort located in Loudonville, Ohio, about an hour's drive north of Columbus. The castle offers a distinctive lodging experience with its medieval-inspired architecture and beautiful surroundings. In addition to lodging, they also hosting … [Read more...] about Landoll’s Mohican Castle Adult Easter Egg Hunt

Destination Hilliard Bunny Hop (and the Easter Bunny!)

Get ready for an egg-citing family adventure as Destination Hilliard's Bunny Hop makes a comeback on Saturday, April 12, 2025! Gather your little ones, grab those Easter baskets, and enjoy a hopping good time along Main Street from 9 am to 11 am. Hilliard businesses are filling up the … [Read more...] about Destination Hilliard Bunny Hop (and the Easter Bunny!)

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