To encourage reading, Disney On Ice has partnered with local public libraries for a children’s reading program leading up to their show in February. Disney On Ice presents Into The Magic skates into Columbus, playing nine fun-filled performances from February 1-4, 2024 at Nationwide … [Read more...] about Kids can get FREE Disney on Ice tickets by reading books
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Jólabókaflóðið is a cozy holiday tradition that you’ll want to start
The Christmas season is such a rush of events, shopping, decorating, wrapping, prepping, cooking and socializing, that it can feel rushed and stressful. End the wind-up to the season with the peaceful and indulgent Christmas eve Icelandic tradition of Jólabókaflóðið. What is … [Read more...] about Jólabókaflóðið is a cozy holiday tradition that you’ll want to start
Zoom Family Film and Book Festival at Wexner Center
Wexner Center for the Arts on the campus of The Ohio State University has fun events and activities for all ages throughout the year. One of the most popular events is the Zoom Family Film Festival! Zoom Family Film Festival There's a new focus on children’s books, and this year’s festival … [Read more...] about Zoom Family Film and Book Festival at Wexner Center
Carnegie Author Series with Columbus Metropolitan Library
The Columbus Metropolitan Library is always striving to connect readers with books and authors, and they've really met the mark with these Author Talks. The Carnegie Author Series Author Talks brings national authors to you! 2023 Carnegie Author Series Author Talks The Carnegie Author Series … [Read more...] about Carnegie Author Series with Columbus Metropolitan Library
Thurber House Spooky events, Henry Winkler and Writing Programs
Thurber House is a nonprofit literary arts center that serves as an educational gathering place for readers, writers, and artists from all over the world. Since 1984, Thurber House and the Thurber Center next door have held author events, creative programming, writing workshops for kids and … [Read more...] about Thurber House Spooky events, Henry Winkler and Writing Programs
Fun and free events for all ages at Upper Arlington Public Library
Upper Arlington Public Library offers many fun and educational programs for children ages 0-18 through the Youth Services program, as well as events for adults, all year long. With three branches in the UAPL system, you'll always find something to do! Special events at the UA Libraries A Visit … [Read more...] about Fun and free events for all ages at Upper Arlington Public Library
Book sales and Book events for Literary Lovers
Bookworms, unite! If you live for libraries, collect more books than you'll every read, or dabble in writing yourself, you probably LOVE literary events and book sales. From book clubs, author talks, workshops, literary festivals, and the ever-popular book sales, you cannot get enough of the … [Read more...] about Book sales and Book events for Literary Lovers
Over 15 Free Summer Reading Programs in Columbus
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 … [Read more...] about Over 15 Free Summer Reading Programs in Columbus
The Columbus Book Festival comes to the Discovery District this July
Love reading, libraries, and everything books? Add The Columbus Book Festival to your summertime Columbus festival list! Columbus Book Festival Head downtown to the Discovery District for a two-day festival for all ages on July 15-16, 2023. You'll enjoy national and local authors, … [Read more...] about The Columbus Book Festival comes to the Discovery District this July
Reading Fun: Story times in Columbus
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” – Dr. Seuss Story times were one of my favorite things to do to get out of the house with my kids. They learned so many songs and games at story times, and gave them some playtime with other … [Read more...] about Reading Fun: Story times in Columbus
Free Comic Book Day back in May
Free Comic Book Day returns to the first Saturday of May. Participating comic books shops across America will be giving away a free comic book to anyone who comes in. A committee of comic shop retailers chose 45+ titles to be available on Free Comic Book Day: eleven Gold Sponsor comics and … [Read more...] about Free Comic Book Day back in May
Library Story Time around Columbus
Story time at the library was one of my favorite things to do to get out of the house with my toddlers. They learned so many songs and games at story time, and it allowed them to interact with kids their age. It's also a great way for kids who don't go to preschool or daycare to learn … [Read more...] about Library Story Time around Columbus
Book lovers: Don’t miss the Ohioana Book Festival
The Ohioana Book Festival returns to the Columbus Metropolitan Library on Saturday, April 22, 2023. Held each spring, the Festival welcomes roughly 140 authors and more than 3,000 visitors every year. This free event celebrates Ohio authors and has events for book lovers … [Read more...] about Book lovers: Don’t miss the Ohioana Book Festival
Free books for kids with The Ohio Governor’s Imagination Library
The Ohio Governor’s Imagination Library is working to improve early childhood literacy across Ohio by joining forces with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to provide books to babies and young children in Ohio. They are providing books to children each month starting at birth in the hopes that … [Read more...] about Free books for kids with The Ohio Governor’s Imagination Library
Friends of Pickerington Public Library Book Sale
The Friends of Pickerington Public Library hosts a semi-annual book sale at Pickerington Main Library each Spring and Fall. Almost all the items at the sale have never been previously offered. The sale has a variety of books in many genres and will provide enjoyment for different … [Read more...] about Friends of Pickerington Public Library Book Sale