The year 2026 marks a monumental milestone for the United States. The 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. And Ohio is rising to the occasion in a big way. From aviation pioneers to musical legends, from public murals to community picnics, the Buckeye State is spending all of 2026 honoring its […]
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Summer brings with it all sorts of wonderful homegrown food. Farmers’ Markets are the best place to buy local produce throughout the Ohio growing season. Central Ohio has a wide variety of Farmers’ Markets where you can buy anything from local delicacies to international foods. Buy the freshest produce (often picked that morning) at a
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Summer brings with it all sorts of wonderful homegrown food. Farmers’ Markets are the best place to buy local produce throughout the Ohio growing season. Central Ohio has a wide variety of Farmers’ Markets where you can buy anything from local delicacies to international foods. Buy the freshest produce (often picked that morning) at
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Regular exercise is important for the mental and physical health of your pet (and you!) Hiking is an excellent way for both you and your dog to get out and be active together. As we inch closer to warmer, spring weather, now is the time to Get Out And Enjoy Columbus! Cooler weather is
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Ohio Is Extra Beautiful In The Autumn Months This state boasts a wide variety of flora, which, in turn, means that the countryside and parks offer the best fall colors in Ohio. There’s no better way to experience the fall foliage than via a road trip, so pack some snacks and prepare for autumnal adventure.
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Labor Day Weekend – Get Out And Enjoy Columbus This Labor Day weekend signals the upcoming season of football, pumpkin patches, corn mazes, apple picking and brilliantly colored scenery. But, this season will look much different than in years past because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Labor Day is the first Monday in September. It is
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Regular exercise is important for the mental and physical health of your pet. Hiking is an excellent way for both you and your dog to get out and be active together. Although there are many walking and hiking trails in the Columbus, Ohio area, not all of them permit dogs. There are, however, some really
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Apple season is here! Apple season typically runs from July to early November. Since apples are available through October, you have plenty of time to pick your favorite apple varieties and try some new ones. Before you head to an orchard to pick apples, make sure to verify u-pick times and availability, or confirm on
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Get Out And Enjoy Columbus with a Free Comic Book Summer! Who doesn’t like a good adventure?! Comic book heroes are the rage, just look at what Marvel Comics and DC Comics are doing on your TV. Get out and enjoy Columbus with a free comic book summer at your local shop. That day
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Everybody loves picnic time in Columbus When the weather is warm and the grass is green, eating outside is a real pleasure. It’s picnic time in Columbus! Life can get pretty hectic. But when it’s picnic time, you’re carving out space for some respite. It’s all about just relaxing and having fun with your
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Here are a few unique outdoor day trips within a few hours drive of Columbus. Go kayaking at Lake Erie Head on up to Sandusky for one of many outdoor day trips and rent a kayak from Paddle And Climb. You can rent kayaks and stand up paddleboards by the hour, for a half-day,
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Check out our list of Summer Reading Programs below! With schools just ending one of the strangest semesters due to COVID-19, summer reading programs are a great to keep kids reading during the summer months. Students who read over the summer break tend to avoid the summer learning loss. Students should be reading
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The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Reopens! June 12-14 for Columbus Zoo Members, and June 15 for all guests The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is pleased to welcome back Columbus Zoo Members beginning on June 12, 13, and 14, and all guests starting on June 15. The Zoo will be open daily from 9
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