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3 Places I Love to Take My Kids in Columbus: Melissa Stands

Each month I will be featuring a local parent who will tell us about three places they love to take their kids in Columbus! Thanks to Melissa for sharing 3 of her favorites with us this month! 1. Franklin Park Conservatory In just the past year we’ve discovered all the fun and excitement that Franklin Park …

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What Should We Do This Weekend? May 19-21, 2017

1. Touch a Truck at Worthington Community Center When: Friday, May 19, 2017 Time: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM Location: 345 E. Wilson Bridge Rd., Worthington, OH 43085 Phone: 614-436-2743 There will be over 40 vehicles for kids to touch and explore! Kids can meet the drivers and participate in other children’s activities! Columbus Public Health will …

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What Should We Do This Weekend? April 21-23, 2017 Earth Day Edition!

1. Open Play at Easterseals of Central and Southeast Ohio When: Friday, April 21, 2017 Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Location: 3830 Truman Ct., Hilliard, OH 43026 Phone: 614-228-5523 The play area at Easterseals will be open from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM for a special Open Play time. Price is $5/child for ages 7 and under! Availability is subject …

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What Should We Do This Weekend? March 24-26, 2017

1. Aladdin Temple Shrine Circus at Ohio Expo Center When: Friday – Sunday, March 24-26, 2017 Time: Various times throughout the weekend Location: Celeste Center, 717 E. 17th Ave.,  Columbus, OH 43211 Phone: To purchase tickets: 800-745-3000 This circus offers lots of fun including clowns, aerialists, animal acts, indoor carnival rides and more! The ticket window opens 1 hour before each show. …

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What Should We Do This Weekend? March 10-12, 2017

1. St. Patrick’s Day Craft at Tree of Life Play Cafe When: Friday, March 10, 2017 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Location: 3708 Fishinger Blvd, Hilliard, OH 43026 Phone: 614-363-4041 Come in for a St. Patrick’s Day themed craft and snack! 2. Fun Friday at Columbus Metropolitan Library, Karl Road Branch When: Friday March 10, 2017 Time: 3:30 PM – …

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What Should We Do This Weekend? March 3-5, 2017

1. Orchids at Franklin Park Conservatory When: Through Sunday, March 5, 2017 Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Daily Location: 1777 E. Broad St. Columbus, OH 43203 Phone: 614-715-8000 This is the last weekend for Orchids at Franklin Park Conservatory! Thousands of orchids and tropical plants are on display with an Art Deco theme! On Saturday, you can …

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What Should We Do This Weekend? February 24-26, 2017

1. Alice in Wonderland at Marcus Theatres When: Friday, Saturday & Sunday, February 24-26, 2017 Time: Showtimes vary by location Location: Ohio Locations of Marcus Theatres As part of the Disney Enchanted Tales series at Marcus Theatres, you can watch Alice in Wonderland for just $5/ticket. 2. Imagination Station at Bexley Library When: Friday, February 24, 2017 Time:  3:30 …

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What Should We Do This Weekend? February 17-20, 2017 President’s Day Edition

1. Open Play at Thompson Recreation Center When: Friday, February 17, 2017 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Location: 1189 Dennison Ave, Columbus, OH 43201 The gym is open for this free play time for kids 6 and under! There are balls, basketball hoops, scooters, toys, jump ropes and more! 2. Story time at Tree of Life Play Cafe …

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