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February The Unofficial Month of Nonprofit Bowling Events

by Michele SavoldiFebruary 1, 2010 Columbus

STRIKE!
February must be bowling month at least for local nonprofit organizations! Why not, it’s too cold to be outside and bowling makes for a fun time and an even better fundraiser.
There is still time to grab a team, support one of your favorite causes and have a good time!
Here are some bowling fundraisers for Columbus [...]

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BalletMet Columbus Collects Donations for Haiti Recovery

by Michele SavoldiJanuary 29, 2010 Columbus

BalletMet Columbus is doing its part to aid in the Haiti recovery efforts and you can participate!
BalletMet Columbus has announced that it will give all donations made at A Time to Dance Liturgical Dance Showcase 7:00 p.m. January 30th to the American Red Cross Haiti Relief and Development fund. While the showcase, held at the [...]

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Kidzapalooza @ Veterans Memorial

by Jason BlantonJanuary 25, 2010 Family

Magicians, jugglers, games, rides and more. Tickets go on sale the first week of January at all Central Ohio Meijer stores.
Please note: Information for the calendar of events is gathered from multiple community sources. Experience Columbus is not responsible for the accuracy and content of information. Times, dates and locations are subject to change.

Kidzapalooza
Dates: January [...]

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What to do in all this snow? How about sledding, skiing or skating

by Michele SavoldiJanuary 8, 2010 Columbus

Columbus got hit with its first decent snowfall. Instead of cursing it, why not have some fun.
Columbus Metro Parks are full of winter fun for sledding, skiing and skating!
That’s right, Columbus has natural area parks that protect 24,500 acres of land and water that are open 365 days a year!
Parks with sledding hills:

Battelle Darby Creek
Blacklick Woods [...]

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Winter Hike Series at Columbus Metro Parks. A Great Way To Start A Healthy New Year!

by Michele SavoldiJanuary 4, 2010 Columbus

Columbus Metro Parks are beautiful any time of the year. But there is something special about hiking in the snow and crisp, fresh air. Beginning in January, Columbus Metro Parks will begin their Winter Hikes series. Bring your friends and family for a hike through the fields and forests of your Metro Parks. Enjoy the [...]

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Have a Merry Christmas

by Jason BlantonDecember 25, 2009 Family

From the Greatest City of All family to yours . . . have a very merry Christmas!

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CML Christmas Huntington Train

by Michele SavoldiDecember 17, 2009 Columbus

Thanks to Julie at the Columbus Metropolitan Library for the scoop on the CML Christmas Huntington Train. Another great Christmas attraction in downtown Columbus.
A fixture of holiday festivities since 1992, the display includes seven miniature trains that run on more than 280 feet of track—through tunnels, over bridges, around mountains and among buildings that are [...]

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Weekend Christmas Events in Downtown Columbus

by Michele SavoldiDecember 17, 2009 Concerts

Whether you are ready or not, the week of Christmas is at our heels.  Yes, it’s hard to believe Christmas is just about a week away!
If you are not yet in the holiday spirit, below is a list of events going on in downtown Columbus this weekend that just might help put you in the [...]

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HOLIDAYS AT THE CONSERVATORY

by Jason BlantonDecember 7, 2009 Family
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HOLIDAYS AT THE CONSERVATORY
NOVEMBER 25, 2009 – JANUARY 3, 2010
The spirit of the holidays returns to Franklin Park Conservatory. Hundreds of poinsettias, the traditional15-foot poinsettia tree, the delightful model garden railway by designer Paul Busse, the third annual Gingerbread House Competition and display, Candelight Nights, family activities, and special performances all taking place while Chihuly [...]

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Wildlights at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

by Jason BlantonNovember 28, 2009 Family
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This year Wildlights will premier our new Holiday Encounter’s Village presented by Bob Evans in which guests can experience the following activities:
* Memories of the Season Display – where we salutes some memorable holiday moments from such great holiday traditions as:
o Nutcracker
o [...]

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