Exciting Week Ahead in Columbus: July 1-5, 2024

Happy first week of July! What are you up to this week? Here are a few ideas if you need them:

Monday – July 1, 2024

10 AM: Sensory Hike at Highbanks

• Kickstart your week with a guided sensory hike at Highbanks Metro Park, where you can connect with nature through sight, sound, and touch.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Highbanks Metro Park
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1 PM: Farm Animals at Southeast Library

• Experience a real-life farm experience at Southeast Library with Bring the Farm to You! Interact with farm animals like baby chicks, ducks, and sheep, and learn about where our food and fiber come from.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Southeast Library, 3980 S Hamilton Rd, Groveport, OH 43125-9222
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Tuesday – July 2, 2024

11 AM: Dorrian Days at Dorrian Green is CANCELLED THIS WEEK! It will be back next week!

5:30 PM: Upside Down Fairy Town at Delaware Library

• Dive into the world of mixed-up fairy tales at Delaware Library. Join in the laughter with music, comedy, and puppetry as you untangle your favorite stories.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Delaware Library
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1 PM: Nature Kids: Team Bees at Blacklick Woods

• Engage in an educational game to learn about bees and wasps at Blacklick Woods Nature Center. Can Team Bees complete their mission? Geared towards ages 6-12.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Blacklick Woods Nature Center: 6975 E. Livingston Ave., Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068
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Wednesday – July 3, 2024

10 AM: Wild Story Time at Ohio Wildlife Center

• Join Wild Story Time at Ohio Wildlife Center for a blend of storytelling, meeting animal ambassadors, and engaging in themed activities. Weather permitting, explore the trails afterwards.
• Cost: $5 per child; RSVP required
• Location: Ohio Wildlife Center
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12 PM: Tae Kwon Do: Respect

• Join black belt instructors from Tiger Woo’s for a 30 minute Taekwondo lesson on “Respect”. This martial arts class instills confidence, builds strength and agility, and develops coordination. No experience necessary. Please wear comfortable gym attire. Age 4-Up.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Highbanks Metro Park – Nature Center: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right after entering the park. Limited parking in the nature center parking lot on busy days. Additional parking available in the Oak Coves Picnic Area. The Oak Coves picnic area, 10-min walk from the nature center. Follow the paved trail through Oak coves toward the nature center.
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4 PM: Try it! Climbing at Scioto Audubon

• Discover climbing at Scioto Audubon Park. Perfect for beginners, all equipment provided for a thrilling experience on the climbing wall.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Scioto Audubon Park – Climbing Wall, 585 Maier Place, Columbus, OH, 43215
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Thursday

11 AM: 41st Annual Doo Dah Parade at Goodale Park

• Embrace the eccentricity of Columbus at the Doo Dah Parade, a colorful and quirky tradition celebrating community spirit and creativity.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Goodale Park
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11 AM: Red, White and Explore at Battelle Darby Creek

• Explore with and meet some of our their cool animal ambassadors and explore nature at Battelle Darby Creek’s Nature Center.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Battelle Darby Creek
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12 PM: Canoe and Kayak the Lake at Prairie Oaks

• Enjoy the lake from a canoe or kayak on the Fourth of July! Canoes are open to all ages with a minimum of one adult per canoe. Solo, sit-in kayaks provided, open to ages 10+. Kayaks max. weight of 275lbs. Life jackets are provided and worn while on the water. Equipment and instruction are provided. First come/first serve. Free and fun! Come out anytime during the time listed.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Darby Bend Lakes portion of Prairie Oaks Metro Park. 2755 Amity Road, Hilliard, OH 43026
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11 AM – 1 PM: Fireworks in a Jar at Glacier Ridge

• Create your own “fireworks in a jar” to take home at Glacier Ridge Metro Park. An educational and creative activity for ages 6-9.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Glacier Ridge Metro Park, 9801 Hyland Croy, Plain City, OH 43064
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Friday

10 AM: Commons for Kids at Columbus Commons

• Emjoy in health and safety-themed activities at Commons for Kids. Enjoy inflatables, crafts, safety demonstrations, and more, perfect for family fun.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Columbus Commons
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11 AM: Summer in the Center at Ohio History Connection

• Explore various historical themes through story times, tours, and hands-on activities at Ohio History Connection.
• Cost: Included with museum admission
• Location: Ohio History Connection
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1 PM: Audubon Trivia Tram Tour at Grange Insurance Audubon Center

• Hop on a trivia-filled tram tour at Grange Insurance Audubon Center. Learn about local wildlife and enjoy a scenic ride through the park.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Grange Insurance Audubon Center
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9 PM: Talking with Fireflies at Battelle Darby Creek

• Take a 1-mile hike where you can learn how fireflies communicate with one another and have a chance to communicate with them. Best for ages 6-12.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Battelle Darby Creek – Meet at the Indian Ridge Bulletin Board, 2705 Darby Creek Dr.
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