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
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
Chadwick Arboretum is back with the Spring Plant Sale in 2025! They will be selling over 10,000 plants during the annual Spring Plant Sale fundraiser from Thursday, May 8 - Saturday May 10, 2025. Chadwick Arboretum Spring Plant Sale Choose from over 650 varieties of uncommon plants … [Read more...] about Chadwick Arboretum Spring Plant Sale
To celebrate the spring season and Easter, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium hosts their annual Spring celebration Eggs, Paws and Claws on April 18-19, 2025, from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Fun Eggs, Paws and Claws activities Get ready for Easter with Eggbert's Rolling Shell-A-Bration, and more … [Read more...] about 2025 Eggs, Paws and Claws at the Columbus Zoo
Head to Powell on Saturday, April 5, 2025 for the Bunny Hop and Pictures with the Bunny at Village Green Park! Kids will enjoy a Spring craft and get a goodie bag from the Bunny. Registration for family is required. Registration is open for residents; non-residents begins Mon., March … [Read more...] about Powell Bunny Hop and Pictures with the Bunny
When flowering cherry trees are in bloom, it's a beautiful sign that spring is finally here in Ohio. Cherry blossoms fill the branches with tiny, fragrant confetti-like flowers in shades of pink, white, and red. The blooms are stunning, but they don't last long! If you want to find Cherry … [Read more...] about Where to find Cherry Blossoms in Ohio this Spring
Happy Easter from Columbus on the Cheap! If you're looking for something to do today, there are a few things going on around Columbus. There are lots of fun places open, including Franklin Park Conservatory (read about ways to get discounted/free admission), Columbus Museum of Art (FREE on … [Read more...] about Happy Easter from Columbus on the Cheap!
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
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
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
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 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
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 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 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
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