A date we will never forget - September 11, 2001. Patriot Day is observed on September 11 of each year in memory of the 2,977 people killed in the terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., and aboard United Flight 93 near Shanksville, … [Read more...] about Patriot Day events in observance of 9/11 in Columbus
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Huge Amazon Labor Day Sale – see our favorite deals!
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Amazon is having a HUGE Labor Day Sale from August 26 - September 2, 2025. It's the perfect time to get those last remaining back to school/college items, updates for fall, and even early Christmas shopping! The sale covers a wide range of items, including clothing, personal care, … [Read more...] about Huge Amazon Labor Day Sale – see our favorite deals!
Go treasure hunting with Pop-up Pickers Club
Pop-up Pickers Club organizes fun, curated pop-up shopping market in Columbus, Ohio! Find out where they'll be, and shop vintage and handmade, enjoy live music, and more. Pop-Up Pickers Club Vintage Makers Market at The Ave July 12, 2025, from 1-5pm August 9, 2025 from 1 - 5 … [Read more...] about Go treasure hunting with Pop-up Pickers Club
Where to find Pawpaws: Ohio’s native fruit
It's the time of year to celebrate the Pawpaw! The what?! Pawpaws are Ohio's state fruit, and North America’s largest native edible fruit! It's little known fruit that is elusive, but prevalent. It has a tropical flavor, but is creamy. Pawpaws are a hidden gem that grow in Ohio's forests and … [Read more...] about Where to find Pawpaws: Ohio’s native fruit
Johnson’s Real Ice Cream 75th Anniversary Celebration
Johnson’s Real Ice Cream is marking 75 sweet years with a community celebration at its original Bexley shop (2728 E. Main St.) on Saturday, September 6, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The anniversary event features a full day of family fun, live music, and plenty of ice cream - plus a discount at other … [Read more...] about Johnson’s Real Ice Cream 75th Anniversary Celebration
Free outdoor movies at Columbus Metro Parks
Head to a Columbus Metro Parks this summer and fall for movies under the stars! These free movies are open to all ages! 2025 Outdoor Movies at Columbus Metro Parks Movies start at dusk! Refreshments are provided. Saturday, September 27 - Movie in the Park: Shrek 2 at Highbanks Metro … [Read more...] about Free outdoor movies at Columbus Metro Parks
Free and cheap things to do for Labor Day weekend in Columbus in 2025
Labor Day weekend signals the end of Summer for many. Pools close, school is in session, and its the last long weekend of summer. If you're more of a fall person (like me), it marks the start of our glorious fall season. Either way you look at it, it's cause for celebration. Labor … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do for Labor Day weekend in Columbus in 2025
The Ohio State Homecoming Parade
Brutus, parade floats, and Buckeye pride will hit the streets on campus for The Ohio State Homecoming Parade on Friday, October 3, 2025! Check out the creative and fun floats, as they compete to win prize money. Check out all of the festivities for Ohio State Homecoming. Ohio State … [Read more...] about The Ohio State Homecoming Parade
Sweetest Trail in Ohio: Butler County Donut Trail
You've heard of bar crawls, wine trails, coffee crawls, and other treks for goodness, but here's one you don't want to miss. Butler County is home to the popular Donut Trail in Ohio. The Butler County Donut Trail features 10 family-owned businesses with hundreds of years of combined … [Read more...] about Sweetest Trail in Ohio: Butler County Donut Trail
Explore the Magical Fairy Trail and Nature Playscape in Granville
Need to get out of the house for a little fun? The Fairy Trail at Infirmary Park in Granville, Ohio is open for the season through September 2025. Take the kids on an adventure through the woods and keep an eye out for fairies as you find approximately 30 little fairy homes, schools, … [Read more...] about Explore the Magical Fairy Trail and Nature Playscape in Granville
