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. They hope that … [Read more...] about Free books for kids with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio
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Kids can get FREE Disney on Ice tickets by reading books
To encourage reading, Disney On Ice has partnered with local public libraries for a children’s reading program leading up to the Disney on Ice Presents Mickey's Search Party shows in February. Disney on Ice presents Mickey's Search Party skates into Columbus, playing nine fun-filled … [Read more...] about Kids can get FREE Disney on Ice tickets by reading books
Authors at the Library 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 this Authors at the Library series. Listen to and talk with your favorite authors through the year, including local, nationally-known, and award-winning … [Read more...] about Authors at the Library series with Columbus Metropolitan Library
Delaware County District Library Friends Book Sales
Delaware County District Library is made up of 5 branches and two Maker Studios. The library serves the community by providing free resources, entertainment, programming, gathering space, and access to technology. It encourages reading, learning, community discussion, and supports lifelong … [Read more...] about Delaware County District Library Friends Book Sales
Jolabokaflod: Books and chocolates for a cozy Christmas Eve tradition
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 JĂłlabĂłkaflóðiĂ°. What is … [Read more...] about Jolabokaflod: Books and chocolates for a cozy Christmas Eve tradition
Get 3 months of Audible for just .99 cents PLUS a $20 Audible credit
Love audio books (or want to give them a try)? Audible has a great limited time offer that is 90% off the original price! It's the perfect time of year to snuggle in for a good book, or listen while you're on the go during the holiday season. Limited time Audible deal Sign up for Audible … [Read more...] about Get 3 months of Audible for just .99 cents PLUS a $20 Audible credit
Book sales and fun events 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! Friends of the Upper Arlington Library Book … [Read more...] about Book sales and fun events at Upper Arlington Public Library
Thurber House Tours, Book Bar Mixer and more
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 … [Read more...] about Thurber House Tours, Book Bar Mixer and more
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
R.L. Stine Returns Home for “Get Goosebumps in Columbus” Halloween Celebration
Columbus is going all-in on spooky season this year with the launch of "Get Goosebumps in Columbus", a citywide Halloween celebration honoring hometown horror legend R.L. Stine. The fun ties into the Aug. 5 release of Stine’s newest book, Goosebumps House of Shivers #5: The Last Sleepover, … [Read more...] about R.L. Stine Returns Home for “Get Goosebumps in Columbus” Halloween Celebration
Kids get FREE LEGO® Life Magazine Subscription
Do you have a LEGO® lover at home? If you have LEGO® bricks and creations strewn throughout your home, your kids will LOVE getting a FREE LEGO® Life Magazine Subscription. Kids LOVE receiving mail, and LEGO® fans will really love getting this free magazine throughout the year. If your … [Read more...] about Kids get FREE LEGO® Life Magazine Subscription
The C-Bus Comic Show: A Paradise for Comic Lovers
Love comics? You don't want to miss The C-Bus Comic Show on Sunday, September 21, 2025 from 10 am - 4 pm! The 5th edition of this show features comic books, magazines, toys, Funko Pops and more! New faces with all new comics, from major (seriously, major) keys to $1 books and everything in … [Read more...] about The C-Bus Comic Show: A Paradise for Comic Lovers
Celebrate Children’s Literature at Once Upon Ohio on August 16
Step into a storybook adventure at the Once Upon Ohio event hosted by the Ohio History Connection on Saturday, August 16, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Ohio History Center. This new event celebrates the magic of children’s literature, with a spotlight on Ohio authors and illustrators. Kids are … [Read more...] about Celebrate Children’s Literature at Once Upon Ohio on August 16
The Columbus Book Festival in Discovery District
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 11-12, 2026. You'll enjoy national and local authors, … [Read more...] about The Columbus Book Festival in Discovery District
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
