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 – 6:00 PM
Location: 5590 Karl Rd., Columbus, OH 43229
Phone: 614-645-2275
This program helps school-aged kids find their S.P.A.R.K.!
3. Square Dance at Stratford Ecological Center
When: Friday, March 10, 2017
Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: 3083 Liberty Rd, Delaware, OH 43015
Phone: 740-363-2548
The whole family can participate in traditional square dances, novelty and folk dances! Recommended for school aged children. $5/person.
4. Spring Fling at Oakland Nursery
When: Saturday, March 11 – Sunday, March 19, 2017
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: 1156 Oakland Park Ave., Columbus, OH 43224
Phone: 614-268-3511
This week long Spring Fling includes workshops, sales and family-friendly events! There will be a Kid’s Carnival on March 11th and March 18th from 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. On Saturday, March 11, from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM, you can see The Bug Man!
5. Spring Scavenger Hunt at Homestead Metro Park
When: Saturday, March 11, 2017
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: 4675 Cosgray Rd., Hilliard, OH 43026
Phone: 614-508-8111
Families can pick up a scavenger hunt at the nature center, look for signs of animals getting ready for spring and turn it in for a small prize! Appropriate for ages 3-10.
6. Tales @ 10 at Westerville Public Library
When: Saturday, March 11, 2017
Time: 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Location: 126 S. State St., Westerville, OH 43081
Phone: 614-882-7277
This family-oriented story time is geared toward ages 2-6. There will be stories, songs, play and more!
7. Liberty Tree Artisan Market at Liberty Tree Elementary School
When: Saturday, March 11, 2017
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: 6877 Sawmill Pkwy., Powell, OH 43065
There will be over 40 vendors at this annual market! There will be a free make and take craft station and photo booth for kids! Admission is a donation of your choice which benefits the Liberty Tree Elementary School PTO.
8. Commit To Be Fit Expo at Ohio Expo Center
When: Saturday & Sunday, March 11 & 12, 2017
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: 717 E 17th Ave., Columbus, OH 43211
This free expo presented by 10TV is focused on helping families live healthier lives! Activities include a giant rock wall, vendors, events like Kids Yoga and a Baby Race and the opportunity to learn how to make healthy snacks for kids! See the entire list of events by clicking on the link.
9. Blooms and Butterflies Opening Day at Franklin Park Conservatory
When: Saturday, March 11, 2017
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Daily
Location: 1777 E. Broad St. Columbus, OH 43203
Phone: 614-715-8000
Saturday is opening day for Blooms and Butterflies! Watch butterflies be released in the Pacific Island Water Garden! From 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, children can decorate a butterfly house to take home. $4 per butterfly house.
10. Kids Club at Michaels Stores
When: Saturday, March 11, 2017
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: your local Michaels Store
For $2, kids ages 3 and up can make their own Fairy House!
11. Odd Squad Live at Ohio Theatre
When: Saturday, March 11, 2017
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: 39 E State St, Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: CAPA office: 614-469-0939
This interactive performance will include new music, action and the opportunity to put STEM skills to the test!
12. Celebrate Lego Batman at Barnes and Noble
When: Saturday, March 11, 2017
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: your local Barnes and Noble
Kids can make their very own LEGO Batman Speedwagon and collect limited edition trading cards! This event is while supplies last!
13. Family Night at Paper Moon Art Studio
When: Saturday, March 11, 2017
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: 4145 N High St., Columbus, OH 43214
Phone: 614-332-9149
The second Saturday of each month, Paper Moon Art Studio stays open late for Family Night! This Saturday’s theme is Mardi Gras Fun! Call ahead to reserve your spot as space may be limited. $25/family.
14. Troll Roll at Skate Zone 71
When: Sunday, March 12, 2017
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM & 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: 4900 Evanswood Dr., Columbus, OH 43229
Phone: 614-846-5626
Skate and take pictures with the Trolls! There will be games and prizes!
15. Salamander Hike at Glacier Ridge Metro Park
When: Sunday, March 12, 2017
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: 9801 Hyland Croy Rd., Plain City, OH 43064
Phone: 614-971-5211
Families can take a hike to discover salamanders and other amphibians at a vernal pool where they lay their eggs. See the link for recommendations on what to wear and what to expect!
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