Maple syrup, Black history, Fancy Nancy, canids, fossils, Urban Strings, a Night at the Museum and more! What will you choose?
👧🏻Tots on the Trail @Blacklick Metro Park
Friday, 11 am
Join a naturalist for a slow-paced half-mile hike with your toddler.
https://facebook.com/events/s/tots-on-trails/609556420111987/
🖼Art in the Park @Homestead Metro Park
Friday, 3 pm
Come to the Nature Center for a fun arts and crafts activity! Ages 5 and up.
https://facebook.com/events/s/art-in-the-park/330492288978433/
🐶Happy Tails-N-Trails
Saturday, 10 am
Bring your canine companion for a 2-mile hike followed by a doggie treat.
Meet at the Apple Ridge Bulletin Board.
https://facebook.com/events/s/happy-tails-n-trails/922411601591311/
Saturday 10:00 AM- 3:00 PM
Where:
Gallant Farm,
All ages Come to Gallant Farm and see how maple syrup is made from the tap in the tree to the evaporator pan. Then sample some of this sweet product and enjoy self-guided tours of the grounds and farmhouse.
https://preservationparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=111
👒Fancy Nancy Storytime @Tremont Rd Library
Saturday, 10:30-11:30 am
Celebrate all things fancy with the one and only Fancy Nancy! Come dressed in your fancy best! (Dress up optional.) Recommended for ages 2-8.
Celebrate all things fancy with the one and only Fancy Nancy! Listen to Fancy Nancy stories, dance along to your favorite theme song, and complete fancy challenges to earn a group invite to the Fancy Nancy Dance Soiree! Stay after storytime for Dance Soiree fun including fancy games, fancy crafts, and of course, fancy dancing.
Come dressed in your fancy best! (Dress up optional.) Ages 2-8.
https://ualibrary.libnet.info/event/5698374
Saturday, February 26: 10:30am – 11:30am
PPL Main – Meeting Room A,Meeting Room B
AGE GROUP: PRESCHOOLERS KIDS FAMILIES
EVENT TYPE: GENERAL
Learn all about wolves during this visit from the Ohio Canid Center. **If you need accommodations for a class or event, contact [email protected] or call 614-837-4104 ext. 221.
https://pickeringtonlibrary.libnet.info/events
👧🏻For Kids-Marvelous Mammals
Saturday, 1-2 pm
Learn about the mammals who call this park their home and how they survive the winter. Then take a small walk as we look for our furry friends. Meet at the Storybook Trail at 3400 Lewis Center Rd, Lewis Center, OH 43035
https://facebook.com/events/s/for-kids-marvelous-mammals/255523316735861/
Join us this weekend for Maple Syrup Tours on February 26 and 27 from 1-3pm! Walk along the trail to discover the many ways syrup has been made throughout history. Peek inside the Log Cabin, and taste a sample of this all-natural treat. These tours are included with Arboretum admission. Plan your visit at dawesarb.org.
🪨Fossil Open House @Higbanks Metro Park
Saturday, 1-3
Come learn about Central Ohio’s abundant fossils and rich prehistory of the state from Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalists through ‘please touch’ specimens, interactive displays, videos, and demonstrations. This open house will be of interest of all ages, and to anyone who is curious about fossils and our geography and geology.
https://facebook.com/events/s/fossil-open-house/696332654703497/
🎻Urban Strings Community Concert@ Reynoldsburg
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/5992353
⭐️Night at the Museum @Ohio History Museum
Saturday and Sunday, 7-9 pm
Here’s your chance to experience the Ohio History Center museum after hours and see whether or not our exhibits really do come to life!
This family event promises to entertain children and adults alike. Dozens of different characters will be roaming the museum. Grab a (provided) autograph book, collect signatures from your favorites and learn about their roles in Ohio history!
Several hands-on activities for kids will also be available. Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase.
Advance timed tickets required. No on-site tickets sales. Get your tickets early on our website here: https://bit.ly/3qes0U0
Tickets go on sale for Ohio History Connection members on Mon., Jan. 17, and for the general public on Mon., Jan. 24. Members also enjoy early access at 6 p.m.
The Ohio History Center will close at 4 p.m. on Saturday., Feb. 26 and Sunday, Feb. 27, to prepare for this special event.
Funded by the Greater Columbus Arts Council.
https://facebook.com/events/s/night-at-the-museum-at-the-ohi/1279113522570612/
Sunday, 10:00 AM- 3:00 PM
Where:
Gallant Farm,
All ages Come to Gallant Farm and see how maple syrup is made from the tap in the tree to the evaporator pan. Then sample some of this sweet product and enjoy self-guided tours of the grounds and farmhouse.
https://preservationparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=111
🥾Winter Hike Celebration @ Blacklick Woods Golf Course
Sunday, 11 am-3pm
Hike along the paths of our Audubon Sanctuary Golf Course, collect your Winter Hike patch or Friends of Metro Parks hiking stick and medallion, warm up by the fire, enjoy a snack from a food truck, and borrow our skates to glide around the skating rink!
https://facebook.com/events/s/winter-hike-celebration/632559861386437/
🦬Bison in Winter @Battelle Darby
Sunday, 1 pm
What do we do with the bison in the winter? Come for a 2-mile hike to see the bison in their winter pasture and learn about their adaptations for cold weather.
https://facebook.com/events/s/bison-in-winter/1380014509100770/
Join us this weekend for Maple Syrup Tours on February 26 and 27 from 1-3pm! Walk along the trail to discover the many ways syrup has been made throughout history. Peek inside the Log Cabin, and taste a sample of this all-natural treat. These tours are included with Arboretum admission. Plan your visit at dawesarb.org.
👨🏾Guest Storytime: Celebrate Black History Month @Tremont Library
Sunday, 1:30-2 pm
Join the Parents & Families of Color UA for a celebration of Black achievement and history. After sharing a variety of books, stay for trivia and a craft. Fun for the whole family.
Join the Parents & Families of Color UA for a celebration of Black achievement and history. After sharing a variety of books, stay for trivia and a craft. Fun for the whole family.
Guest Storytimes at Upper Arlington Public Library are presented in partnership with community presenters and organizations.
https://ualibrary.libnet.info/event/6104738
🎻Urban Strings Community Concert@Main Library
Sunday, 2-4 pm
Celebrate Black History Month! Urban Strings Youth Orchestra will be joined by The Columbus State Gospel Vocal Ensemble to perform a selection of modern and classical pieces.