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The Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks is one of our greatest assets here in Central Ohio! The warm days of exploring the parks and all they have to offer are on their way, but don’t let colder weather keep you away! Many of the Metro Parks have Nature Centers that are lots of fun …

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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 …

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

Countdown to Spring in Columbus with 20 special days! This post contains affiliate links. See our disclosure. We’re in the final stretch until Spring! Winter is the hardest season for me to get through. I thought if we could try to find something to celebrate every day until Spring, it might make this last month go …

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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 …

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

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 Helen for sharing 3 of her favorites with us this month! 1. Scioto Audubon Metro Park This park is gorgeous! Just like all of our wonderful metro parks, you …

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Parent life is hard, amirite?! Here are 10 ways to save money, make life a little easier and enjoy Columbus! 1. Columbus Member Advantage Program Through the Columbus Member Advantage program, you can show your membership card from one of the participating partners to buy one admission and get the second one free – up to two free …

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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 …

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