Okay, so, I took a little break from putting this list together (sorry!!) because we had a pretty rough December and we spent a bit of January getting back on track. I am not sure we left the house, unless we had to. All the sickness hit us + just all the things with the holidays. Anyways, we’re back on track and ready to explore. Hopefully this list will be a good source to get you and your kiddos out of the house, fighting that cabin fever!
Puppet Show at Blendon Woods
Join the Blendon Woods puppets on their next adventure! Meet at Nature Center.
Date(s)/Time(s): Monday, February 3rd at 9:30, 10:30 and 11:00 AM and Tuesday, February 4th at 9:30, 10:30 and 11:00 AM
Location: Blendon Woods Metro Park – 4265 E Dublin Granville Rd, Columbus, Ohio 43081
Suggested Age: 3+
Cost: Free
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Tent Tales for Tykes at L.L. Bean, Easton
Join us in our L.L.Bean Tent for storytime at your local L.L.Bean store! During each session, we’ll explore a different nature or outdoor theme, followed by related activities, games or crafts.
Date: Tuesday, February 4th
Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Easton Town Center – 4222 Easton Loop W, Columbus, OH 43219
Suggested Age: Recommended for children ages 3-6. Caretakers must remain on-site and are welcome to join in the fun or spend the time shopping. Please register each participant separately.
Cost: Free
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Little Adventurers: Winter
Bundle up as we discover what the winter season offers with crafts and hand-on activities in an informal setting. Get here early to to explore all the program has to offer! No registration required.
Date: Tuesday, February 4th
Time: 10 AM – 12 PM
Location: Deer Haven Park – 4183 Liberty Rd, Delaware, Ohio 43015
Suggested Age: 0-5 with an adult
Cost: Free
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Musical Storytime Hosted by Cub Shrub
Sing songs, move our bodies, dance to different styles of music, read sing-along books, and play musical instruments!
Musical Storytime with Kay is always a treat. She’ll lead the children (and adults) through some familiar favorites, as well as some new easy to follow tunes woven perfectly into children’s books. With instruments and shakers for the kids to use there is something for every age at this event.
Date: Tuesday, February 4th
Time: 9:30 AM – 10 AM
Location: Cub Shrub – 1257 Grandview Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43212
Suggested Age: All ages
Cost: Free, register here
Facebook Event
Memorial Play Cafe
The Memorial Play Cafe is open from 10:00am-Noon every Tuesday! Parents, grandparents, babysitters are welcome to come and spend the morning with your kids (ages infant-5 years) or bring a friend and have a playdate! This event is FREE and snacks, coffee and juice will be provided at no cost for you and your kids during this open playtime. We hope you can join us and invite your friends!
Date: Tuesday, February 4th
Time: 10 AM – 12 PM
Location: Memorial Baptist Church- 2435 Eakin Rd, Columbus, Ohio 43204
Suggested Age: Infant – 5 Years
Cost: FREE and snacks, coffee and juice will be provided at no cost for you and your kids
Facebook Event
Check out this review by Ashley from Columbus for Kids
Ohio Wildlife Wild Story Time
Read a wildlife themed book, create craft, and visit with an Animal Ambassador.
Date: Wednesday, February 5th
Time: 10 AM
Location: 9000 Dublin Road Powell, OH 43065
Suggested Age: 2-6
Cost: $5/child, Register here
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Toddlers in Nature: Winter Walk
Let’s learn through movement as we walk through the winter forest. Take a deep breath of the winter air as we pose like animals in the woods. Meet at Nature Center.
Date: Thursday, February 6th
Time: 9:30AM and 11:00 AM
Location: Blendon Woods Metro Park – 4265 E Dublin Granville Rd, Columbus, Ohio 43081
Suggested Age: 1-3
Cost: Free
Facebook Event
First Friday Storytime
Head to the Nature Center for some stories about wildlife and nature.
Date: Friday, February 7th
Time: 10 AM – 11 AM
Location: Blendon Woods Metro Park – 4265 E Dublin Granville Rd, Columbus, Ohio 43081
Suggested Age: Ages 3-7
Cost: Free
$6 Disney Classics at Marcus Theaters (Sleeping Beauty)
Have you ever wished (upon a star) that you could relive the magic of Disney movies on the big screen? This January and February, we’re giving you the chance! Marcus Theatres and Movie Tavern is proud to present Disney’s The Enchanted Tales Film Series. The perfect outing for families and friends of all ages, see these timeless classics in select theatres on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays for only $6.
Date: Friday, February 7th – 9th
Time: Various times, check website
Location: CROSSWOODS CINEMA – 200 Hutchinson Ave, Columbus, OH 43235
Suggested Age: All
Cost: $6
Check out my blog post for all the details + a tip on how to get FREE popcorn!
Playtime at Better Playnasium
Better Together Playnasium is newer, all inclusive indoor playground focusing on providing a safe place for children of ALL abilities to play. During the week, the have an open playtime which offers full use of the ‘Big’ and ‘Little’ gym with all of the toys and equipment to run around and play as you’d like!
Days/Times: Mondays 9-2:30pm \\ Tuesdays 5-8 pm (little gym only) \\ Wednesdays 9-2:30pm \\ Thursdays 9-4pm \\ Fridays 9-4pm
Location: 5089 York Rd SW, Pataskala, OH 43062
Suggested Age: There is no age limit for open play, although it is geared towards younger children, typically ages six and under.
Cost: $9 per child (crawlers and beyond) \\ $7 each additional child \\ Parents and Non-crawlers – FREE. They do have the option to purchase 5 visits upfront for $40
Oh, and if you’re looking for a short road trip (30-40 minutes), check out our visit to Lancaster. I hope you have the best week!
