Public libraries are a huge resource for free and cheap events and resources in any city, but the Columbus Metropolitan Library wants to reward everyone just for reading this summer. The Summer Reading Challenge runs from June 1 though July 31, 2022 to encourage people of all ages to read, from … [Read more...] about Summer Reading Challenge at Columbus Metropolitan Library
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Half Price Books Summer Reading Camp
Half Price Books is hosting Summer Reading Camp to encourage kids of all ages to keep up with reading during these summer months. Half Price Books Summer Reading Camp Sign up for HPB's Summer Reading Camp! Starting June 1 all registered campers can download printable camp components … [Read more...] about Half Price Books Summer Reading Camp
Free book: Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Program
Barnes and Noble wants to reward your kids for summer reading with a FREE book for completing the Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Program. Summer Reading Program at Barnes and Noble Download and print a Reading Journal from the website for each child in grades 1-6. Kids are encouraged to … [Read more...] about Free book: Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Program
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! Pint-Sized Prom Saturday, May 14: 10:30am … [Read more...] about Fun and free events for all ages at Upper Arlington Public Library
Explore Ohio’s past at Ohio History Center: Ohio Village weekends, carnival, and more
Ohio History Center and Ohio Village are the perfect places to visit for some historical fun in Columbus. Ohio Village is a full-scale 1890's village, with characters ready to tell you about life in the 1890's as you explore the buildings, homes, and participate in traditional activities. … [Read more...] about Explore Ohio’s past at Ohio History Center: Ohio Village weekends, carnival, and more
Free airplane rides for kids with Young Eagles
In the Young Eagles program, volunteer pilots give kids age 8-17 years old free airplane rides. The flights last about 15 or 20 minutes long, and the pilot involves the kid in the pre-flight inspection, and teaches him or her about the instrument panel, aeronautical chart and parts of the … [Read more...] about Free airplane rides for kids with Young Eagles
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
Gahanna Summer Bash KidsFest and other KidsLinked.com events
KidsLinked.com puts of fun and free festivals throughout the year all over the city. These KidsFest events are planned with kids and parents in mind! They featured fun and freebies, scavenger hunts, games, and activities for kids, plus vendors with great resources for parents. Past … [Read more...] about Gahanna Summer Bash KidsFest and other KidsLinked.com events
Take Yale’s most popular course for FREE: The Science of Well-Being
Even if you aren't Ivy League material, you can take a course at Yale for free! The Science of Well-Being is Yale University's most popular class in the history of the University, with over 2 million people already enrolled. It's the ultimate self-help course, and now is the perfect … [Read more...] about Take Yale’s most popular course for FREE: The Science of Well-Being
Dig Into Safety with Digger Dog and enter to win Dairy Queen gift card!
Columbia Gas of Ohio's Digger Dog is back with with more fun, more games and more lessons about natural gas safety for your whole family. The newest Dig Into Safety activity sheets teach kids about Stop. Leave. Call., the three most important things to do if you smell the rotten-egg odor of … [Read more...] about Dig Into Safety with Digger Dog and enter to win Dairy Queen gift card!
Special exhibits, tours and holiday events at Ohio Statehouse and Museum
The stunning Capitol Square complex sits in the middle of downtown Columbus, surrounded by Broad, High, State, and 3rd Streets. Capitol Square includes the Ohio Statehouse, Senate Building and Atrium. The buildings are working government offices, and monuments to the people and the period during … [Read more...] about Special exhibits, tours and holiday events at Ohio Statehouse and Museum
Summer Camps at Columbus Metro Parks
Get the kids outside this summer with Columbus Metro Parks. They offer a variety of summer camps and at various metro parks. Registration is open now, and spots are going fast! Traditional Day Camps There are 8 weeks of Traditional Day Camps with different themes at Highbanks, … [Read more...] about Summer Camps at Columbus Metro Parks
STEM Club at Acton Academy
Is your child interested in building things? Do they enjoy working with their hands and engaging in project-based learning? The Acton Academy Sunday STEM club is for all children ages 5-11 interested in getting their hands dirty and learning about STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, … [Read more...] about STEM Club at Acton Academy
Kelton House Museum: 19th Century Life and Underground Railroad Stop
The Kelton House Museum stands as a snapshot of 19th century life and a station on the Underground Railroad. It is a treasure trove of Victoriana, containing everything from lavishly embellished Victorian silverware to unusual items such as a woven-hair brooch worn by Kelton family … [Read more...] about Kelton House Museum: 19th Century Life and Underground Railroad Stop
Capital University Music Technology Creative Arts Workshop
Interested in creating music and learning about music technology? Capital University's 10th annual Creative Arts Workshop is on Saturday, March 26th, from 9 am - 4 pm, and is open to all. This is a day where the Music Technology department will be firing on all cylinders. Area media professionals … [Read more...] about Capital University Music Technology Creative Arts Workshop
