Weekend Roundup 2/18-2/20

❄ïļMedina Ice Festival

Head to Medina for the 28th Medina Ice Festival, presented by Elegant Ice Creations, and sponsored by Serpentini Chevrolet Medina, PJ Marley’s, Main Street Medina, and the City of Medina.
Friday, Feb 18, speed carving contest at 5:30, 6, 6:30. Fire and Ice Tower lighting at 7pm.
Saturday and Sunday–ice sculpture garden.
The event is FREE to attend, thanks to the generous support of local business sponsors. 
Additional details will be added as confirmed.
More information and sponsor opportunities may be found at http://www.mainstreetmedina.com/medina-ice-festival.html
https://facebook.com/events/s/medina-ice-festival/439228507923454/

ðŸĶƒTurkeys in the Treetops @Blendon Woods

Friday, 6:30-7:30 pm

Did you know that turkeys sleep in the trees every night? Take a hike just after sunset to look for their roost. Plan to hike up to 1.5 miles on gravel surface trails to look for the birds.

ðŸĶ‰Owl Prowl

Friday, 7 pm Friday, Feb. 18, 7 p.m. 

Char-Mar Ridge Park

Ages 7+ Register by Feb. 18 HERE

Whoooo goes there? Owls are designed perfectly for the night, but what makes them so unique? Join Preservation Parks and the Polaris Public Lands Store on this nocturnal adventure to call for owls and learn about their natural history. Dress in layers for the cold weather.
https://preservationparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=170

🚂Delaware County Model Railroaders Open House
Saturday 02/19/2022 10:00 AM- 2:00 PM

Where:Sandel Legacy Trail Depot
All Ages Stop in the model railroad open houses during these spring weekends. Members of the model railway group will share the history of railroads in America.
https://preservationparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=142

ðŸ§ąBlock Play in the Library!

Saturday, February 19: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Lane Road Library – Lane Road Meeting RoomAGE GROUP:   KIDSEVENT TYPE:  GAMES AND PUZZLES, EDUCATIONDrop in and build, build, build in this open play time. From large cardboard blocks for younger kids to LEGOS for older kids, we’ll provide the blocks, you provide the imagination.
https://ualibrary.libnet.info/event/5737468

ðŸĶ„Unicorn Party

Saturday, February 19: 10:30am – 11:30am

Tremont Road Library

AGE GROUP:   KIDSEVENT TYPE:  GAMES AND PUZZLES, CRAFTSDo you believe in unicorns? Join us as we celebrate this fantastical mythical animal with crafts, activities, and games. All ages are welcome, but this program is designed for grades K-5.
https://ualibrary.libnet.info/event/6168858

📚Stories and More

Saturday, February 19: 10:30am – 11:00am

Tremont Road Library – Youth Activity Space

AGE GROUP:   KIDSEVENT TYPE:  STORYTIMEVisit the library every Saturday for fun for the whole family. Each week brings a new surprise – you could discover a storytime, some great new toys, or a fantastic guest presenter waiting for you.
https://ualibrary.libnet.info/event/5698391

ðŸŠķBirds & Brews @ Deer Haven

Saturday, 10-11:45 am
Do you enjoy a good cup of hot coffee? How about watching birds? Why not combine the two! We will provide the coffee and the birds, while you enjoy a relaxing hike along the trails. Then, fly into the Visitor Center and celebrate the Great Backyard Bird count with crafts and other fun activities! Make sure to check out the live Owls at the aviary too! All ages.
https://facebook.com/events/s/birds-brews/617129689488458/

ðŸĒTurtle Shell Tales – Lyn Ford

Saturday, 11 am-12 pm
Main Library
Children’s AreaEnjoy African and African-American tales of the folksy and fabled turtle and tortoise. Groups call ahead.
https://events.columbuslibrary.org/event/6168763

ðŸ”ĨPie Iron Cooking@

Scioto Grove

Saturday, 12:30-2 pm

Pie irons? Pudgy pies? Toastie irons? Regardless of what you grew up calling them, or are brand new to using them, join us to make recipes and learn tips and tricks. Meet at the campfire in Arrowhead Picnic Area.

ðŸ§ąPataskala Lego Contest

Saturday, 2-5 pm
Our 2nd Annual Pataskala LEGO Contest will be held on Saturday, February 19, 2022. There will be contest prizes and raffle prizes! This event can’t happen without entries, so we need your participation! For more information and to register your LEGO creation visit https://pataskalabrickevents.com
https://facebook.com/events/s/pataskala-lego-contest/877394736289363/

ðŸŽŧUrban Strings Community Concert
Saturday, 2-3 pm

Celebrate Black History Month! Youth string ensemble perform inspiring and upbeat music from popular African-American composers and arrangers.
https://events.columbuslibrary.org/event/5923020

ðŸŒģOff the Beaten Path

Sunday, 10 am
Venture into the forest on this difficult off-trail 3-mile hike.
https://facebook.com/events/s/off-the-beaten-path/642114906997925/

🚂Delaware County Model Railroaders Open House
Sunday, 02/20/2022 12:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Sandel Legacy Trail Depot
All Ages Stop in the model railroad open houses during these spring weekends. Members of the model railway group will share the history of railroads in America.
https://preservationparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=142

🐝Native Bees Open House @Highbanks
Sunday, 1-3 pm
Come learn about native bees from an Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist.

ðŸŒģDay Off from School: Wild Woodpeckers @Inniswood

Monday, 10-11 am
Join an educator to learn about and look for woodpeckers in the forest.12 and younger.

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