Things to Do with Kids Ages 4-8 in Columbus

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Join us for an evening family Storytime. We’ll share stories, songs, and tips on how to get your little ones ready for Kindergarten! PJ's are welcome!

Family Storytime

📍 Linden

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 5:30 AM

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

Preschool Storytime

📍 New Albany

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 5:30 AM

Learn how you can use books, rhymes, and songs to help your child be ready for kindergarten.

Family Storytime

📍 Reynoldsburg

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 5:45 AM

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

Play to Learn

📍 Linden

Stop by to play in our kid’s area and work on fun activities with your child. Ages 0-5.

Family Storytime

📍 Whetstone

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 Main Library

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

Play to Learn

Ages: Baby (0-1), Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12)

📍 Hilltop

Stop by to play in our kid’s area and work on fun activities with your child. Ages 0-5.

Neighborhood Social Worker

📍 Barnett

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 9:00 AM

A social worker from Columbus Public Health will be available to provide information on social services in the community and to answer questions.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 Reynoldsburg

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 10:15 AM

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

After School Snack

📍 Main Library

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

After School Snack

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 10:30 AM

📍 Northern Lights

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

After School Snack

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 10:45 AM

📍 Driving Park

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

Reading Buddies

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 11:00 AM

📍 Main Library

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 11:00 AM

Be a better reader. Read one-on-one with a buddy. Limited Space - Registration begins at the start of the program.

After School Snack

📍 Parsons

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

After School Snack

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 11:15 AM

📍 Linden

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

Reading Buddies

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 11:30 AM

📍 Driving Park

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Be a better reader. Read one-on-one with a buddy. Limited Space - Registration begins at the start of the program.

Reading Buddies

📍 New Albany

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Be a better reader. Read one-on-one with a buddy. Limited Space - Registration begins at the start of the program.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 Martin Luther King

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 1:30 PM

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

Family Storytime

📍 Whitehall

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 1:30 PM

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

Growing Together Parenting Series - Magical Music

📍 Canal Winchester

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 1:30 PM

Sing, move, and play together in this interactive family music program. Through songs and rhythm, children build listening, language, and social skills while caregivers learn why music is important.

Nacho Saxadillas

📍 Southeast

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM

Join Nacho Saxadillas for a fun, family-friendly concert featuring a variety of music on different saxophones. They share joy, healing, and hope through music.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 Gahanna

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

Family Storytime

📍 Hilliard

Friday, November 6, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

Benefits and Resources - Social Work Intern

📍 Whetstone

Friday, November 6, 2026 at 5:00 AM

In partnership with the Clintonville Community Resources Center, a social work student is available to provide one-on-one information on social services in the community and to answer questions.

Play to Learn

📍 Whitehall

Friday, November 6, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Stop by to play in our kid’s area and work on fun activities with your child. Ages 0-5.

Kindermusik with Beyond Arts & Music

📍 Canal Winchester

Friday, November 6, 2026 at 5:30 AM

Give your little one extra confidence to move, groove, and speak! Explore new movements, objects, and words, while learning basic music concepts. Groups call ahead.

Family Storytime

📍 Main Library

Friday, November 6, 2026 at 10:15 AM

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

After School Snack

📍 Main Library

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

After School Snack

Friday, November 6, 2026 at 10:30 AM

📍 Northern Lights

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

Kid's Service Project - Personal Care Kits

Friday, November 6, 2026 at 10:30 AM

📍 New Albany

Friday, November 6, 2026 at 10:45 AM

Show your support by helping to assemble personal care kits to benefit a local shelter.

After School Snack

📍 Driving Park

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

After School Snack

Friday, November 6, 2026 at 11:00 AM

📍 Parsons

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

After School Snack

Friday, November 6, 2026 at 11:15 AM

📍 Linden

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

Family Storytime

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 5:00 AM

📍 Whetstone

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 5:30 AM

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

Play to Learn

📍 Northside

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Stop by to play in our kid’s area and work on fun activities with your child. Ages 0-5.

Family Storytime

📍 Reynoldsburg

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 6:30 AM

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

A Performance by the Students of Musicologie Gahanna

📍 Gahanna

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 7:15 AM

Enjoy a performance by the young singers and musicians of Musicologie Gahanna. We will hear and see selections from their holiday concert.

After School Snack

📍 Franklinton

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

Family Storytime

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 8:30 AM

📍 Whitehall

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

Reading Buddies

📍 Whetstone

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Be a better reader. Read one-on-one with a buddy. Limited Space - Registration begins at the start of the program.

Growing Together: A Parenting Series - The Play Spot

📍 Hilltop

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Get ready to play! Families enjoy hands-on, child-led fun while learning how play builds creativity, language, problem-solving, and social skills—all through joyful connection.

Family Storytime

📍 Canal Winchester

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 9:15 AM

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

After School Snack

📍 Karl Road

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

After School Snack

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 9:30 AM

📍 Barnett

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

Reading Buddies

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM

📍 Hilliard

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Be a better reader. Read one-on-one with a buddy. Limited Space - Registration begins at the start of the program.

Family Storytime

📍 Northern Lights

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 10:30 AM

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

After School Snack

📍 Northern Lights

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

After School Snack

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 10:45 AM

📍 Driving Park

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

After School Snack

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 11:00 AM

📍 Parsons

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

K-Pop Dance: Demon Hunters - Kpop Dance Columbus

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 11:00 AM

📍 Northside

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 11:15 AM

Dance into the world of K-Pop Demon Hunters and learn how to battle demons! Whether you’re a beginner or a KPop pro, get ready to move, groove, and unleash your inner hero on the dance floor!

dancing

After School Snack

📍 Linden

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

Family Storytime

Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 9:30 AM

📍 Main Library

Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

Community Concert - ProMusica

📍 Gahanna

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Join ProMusica for a family concert. Bring the whole family to enjoy stories and live music by professional musicians.

Play to Learn

📍 Linden

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Stop by to play in our kid’s area and work on fun activities with your child. Ages 0-5.

Family Storytime

📍 Canal Winchester

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 5:30 AM

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 New Albany

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 5:30 AM

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

Family Storytime

📍 Hilltop

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

Play to Learn

📍 Hilltop

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Stop by to play in our kid’s area and work on fun activities with your child. Ages 0-5.

Play to Learn

📍 Driving Park

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Stop by to play in our kid’s area and work on fun activities with your child. Ages 0-5.

Neighborhood Social Worker

📍 Martin Luther King

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 7:30 AM

A social worker from Columbus Public Health will be available to provide information on social services in the community and to answer questions.

Neighborhood Social Worker

📍 Barnett

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 8:00 AM

A social worker from Columbus Public Health will be available to provide information on social services in the community and to answer questions.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 Hilliard

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 Hilliard

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 10:15 AM

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

After School Snack

📍 Main Library

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

Reading Buddies

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 10:30 AM

📍 Whitehall

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 10:30 AM

Be a better reader. Read one-on-one with a buddy. Limited Space - Registration begins at the start of the program.

After School Snack

📍 Northern Lights

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

After School Snack

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 10:45 AM

📍 Driving Park

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

After School Snack

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 11:00 AM

📍 Parsons

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

Reading Buddies

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 11:00 AM

📍 Hilltop

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 11:15 AM

Be a better reader. Read one-on-one with a buddy. Limited Space - Registration begins at 3:45 p.m.

After School Snack

📍 Linden

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

Reading Buddies

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 11:30 AM

📍 Driving Park

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Be a better reader. Read one-on-one with a buddy. Limited Space - Registration begins at the start of the program.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 Northern Lights

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

Reading Buddies

📍 Southeast

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 1:00 PM

Be a better reader. Read one-on-one with a buddy. Limited Space - Registration begins at the start of the program.

Erin Entrada Kelly

📍 Main Library Special Events

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM

Join Margaret Peterson Haddix in conversation with ERIN ENTRADA KELLY on tour with her dystopian yet hopeful Sci-Fi novel, The Secret Life of Snap.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 Hilliard

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

Family Storytime

📍 Marion-Franklin

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

Play to Learn

📍 Linden

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 5:20 AM

Stop by to play in our kid’s area and work on fun activities with your child. Ages 0-5.

Preschool Storytime

📍 Reynoldsburg

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 5:20 AM

Learn how you can use books, rhymes, and songs to help your child be ready for kindergarten.

Family Storytime

📍 Reynoldsburg

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 5:30 AM

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

Family Storytime

📍 South High

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

Family Storytime

📍 Southeast

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 Whitehall

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

Preschool Storytime

📍 Karl Road

Learn how you can use books, rhymes, and songs to help your child be ready for kindergarten.

Play to Learn

📍 Whitehall

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Stop by to play in our kid’s area and work on fun activities with your child. Ages 0-5.

Benefits and Resources

📍 Parsons

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 7:30 AM

A Social Work student from The Ohio State University is available to provide information on social services in the community and to answer questions.

Neighborhood Social Worker

📍 Northern Lights

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 8:00 AM

A social worker from Columbus Public Health will be available to provide information on social services in the community and to answer questions.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 New Albany

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 8:30 AM

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 Gahanna

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 Hilliard

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services

📍 Whitehall

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 9:30 AM

ETSS will be on hand to share information about their programs that support quality of life for all through education, training, supportive services and self-development opportunities.

Neighborhood Social Worker

📍 Marion-Franklin

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 10:15 AM

A social worker from Columbus Public Health will be available to provide information on social services in the community and to answer questions.

After School Snack

📍 Main Library

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

Reading Buddies

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 10:30 AM

📍 Gahanna

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 10:30 AM

Be a better reader. Read one-on-one with a buddy. Limited Space - Registration begins at the start of the program.

After School Snack

📍 Northern Lights

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

CelebrateOne

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 10:30 AM

📍 Whitehall

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 10:45 AM

Drop in to connect with Celebrate One for resources such as pregnancy tests, referrals to healthcare, parenting classes, teen pregnancy resources, and more!

After School Snack

📍 Driving Park

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

Reading Buddies

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 11:00 AM

📍 New Albany

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 11:00 AM

Be a better reader. Read one-on-one with a buddy. Limited Space - Registration begins at the start of the program.

After School Snack

📍 Parsons

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

After School Snack

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 11:15 AM

📍 Linden

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

Reading Buddies

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 11:30 AM

📍 Parsons

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Be a better reader. Read one-on-one with a buddy. Limited Space - Registration begins at the start of the program.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 Northside

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 12:15 PM

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

Community Game Night

📍 Reynoldsburg

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 2:00 PM

Bring your family, friends and neighbors for some exciting board games. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just looking for a fun night out, there's something for everyone! All ages are welcome.

Pajama Storytime

📍 Canal Winchester

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 4:30 AM

Join us for an evening family Storytime. We’ll share stories, songs, and tips on how to get your little ones ready for Kindergarten! PJ's are welcome!

Preschool Storytime

📍 Hilliard

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Learn how you can use books, rhymes, and songs to help your child be ready for kindergarten.

Play to Learn

📍 Linden

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Stop by to play in our kid’s area and work on fun activities with your child. Ages 0-5.

Preschool Storytime

📍 Whetstone

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Learn how you can use books, rhymes, and songs to help your child be ready for kindergarten.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 Canal Winchester

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 5:30 AM

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 Shepard

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 5:30 AM

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

Preschool Storytime

📍 Gahanna

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 5:30 AM

Learn how you can use books, rhymes, and songs to help your child be ready for kindergarten.

Family Storytime

📍 Main Library

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

Family Storytime

📍 Northern Lights

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 Reynoldsburg

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

Play to Learn

📍 Martin Luther King

Stop by to play in our kid’s area and participate in fun activities with your child. Ages 0-5.

Preschool Storytime

📍 Dublin

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 6:30 AM

Learn how you can use books, rhymes, and songs to help your child be ready for kindergarten.

Play to Learn

📍 Northside

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 7:30 AM

Stop by to play in our kid’s area and work on fun activities with your child. Ages 0-5.

Benefits and Resources

📍 Parsons

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 8:30 AM

A Social Work student from The Ohio State University is available to provide information on social services in the community and to answer questions.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 Gahanna

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 Dublin

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

Play to Learn

📍 South High

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 10:15 AM

Stop by to play in our kid’s area and work on fun activities with your child. Ages 0-5.

After School Snack

📍 Main Library

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

Reading Buddies

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 10:30 AM

📍 Whitehall

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 10:30 AM

Be a better reader. Read one-on-one with a buddy. Limited Space - Registration begins at the start of the program.

After School Snack

📍 Northern Lights

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

After School Snack

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 10:45 AM

📍 Driving Park

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

After School Snack

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 11:00 AM

📍 Parsons

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

Reading Buddies

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 11:00 AM

📍 Main Library

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 11:15 AM

Be a better reader. Read one-on-one with a buddy. Limited Space - Registration begins at the start of the program.

After School Snack

📍 Linden

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

Reading Buddies

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 11:30 AM

📍 Linden

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Be a better reader. Read one-on-one with a buddy. Limited Space - Registration begins at the start of the program.

Reading Buddies

📍 Southeast

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Be a better reader. Read one-on-one with a buddy. Limited Space - Registration begins at the start of the program.

Benefits and Resources

📍 Parsons

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 2:00 PM

A Social Work student from The Ohio State University is available to provide information on social services in the community and to answer questions.

Family Pajama Storytime

📍 Whetstone

Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Join us for an evening family Storytime. We’ll share stories, songs, and tips on how to get your little ones ready for Kindergarten! PJ's are welcome!

Family Storytime

📍 Linden

Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

Storytime with Parks and Rec

📍 Gahanna

Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 5:30 AM

Join Parks and Recreation staff at the library for a unique story time experience! Participants will enjoy an entertaining book reading paired with a special craft at the end.

Preschool Storytime

📍 New Albany

Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 5:30 AM

Learn how you can use books, rhymes, and songs to help your child be ready for kindergarten.

Family Storytime

📍 Reynoldsburg

Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 5:45 AM

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

Play to Learn

📍 Linden

Stop by to play in our kid’s area and work on fun activities with your child. Ages 0-5.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 Main Library

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

Family Storytime

📍 Whetstone

Bring the entire family for books and fun activities to build reading skills.

Play to Learn

Ages: Baby (0-1), Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12)

📍 Hilltop

Stop by to play in our kid’s area and work on fun activities with your child. Ages 0-5.

Neighborhood Social Worker

📍 Barnett

Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 9:00 AM

A social worker from Columbus Public Health will be available to provide information on social services in the community and to answer questions.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 Reynoldsburg

Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 10:15 AM

Hands-on practice of kindergarten skills such as writing letters and cutting with scissors. Parents will receive tips on how to work on skills at home.

After School Snack

📍 Main Library

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

After School Snack

Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 10:30 AM

📍 Northern Lights

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

After School Snack

Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 10:45 AM

📍 Driving Park

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

After School Snack

Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 11:00 AM

📍 Parsons

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

Reading Buddies

Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 11:00 AM

📍 Main Library

Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 11:15 AM

Be a better reader. Read one-on-one with a buddy. Limited Space - Registration begins at the start of the program.

After School Snack

📍 Linden

Ages: Toddler (1-3), Kid (4-8), Preteen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Adults (18+)

Stop by for a free snack provided by the Children's Hunger Alliance.

Reading Buddies

Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 11:30 AM

📍 Driving Park

Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Be a better reader. Read one-on-one with a buddy. Limited Space - Registration begins at the start of the program.

Reading Buddies

📍 New Albany

Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Be a better reader. Read one-on-one with a buddy. Limited Space - Registration begins at the start of the program.

Ready for Kindergarten Class

📍 Martin Luther King