Being Savvy: Your guide to activities and fun things to do with your preschoolers and kids in Columbus, OH

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Art: Chalk

Taking Chalk Art to A Whole New Level

September 10, 2008

One of my favorite things to do on a warm, dry day is grab the chalk and go outside so the kids can draw all over the sidewalk and driveway. Unlike other forms of art, like crayons on a drywall medium or markers on wood, chalk is relatively harmless and washes off easily. You might look at your child's chalk drawings on the sidewalk and think nothing could ever come from those  Read more...

The Littlest Picasso: Where To Go To Make Art

May 16, 2008

Got a kid who loves express his artistic talents in every medium, including marker on eggshell white wall and other messes? Maybe it's time to find some art classes for your little Picasso. All of these options allow your preschooler to have some quality art instruction, with no clean up on your part. If you live anywhere on the north or east side, check out the Uptown Art Camp  Read more...

Top 5 Things To Do Outside in Columbus When the Rain Stops and the Sun Shines

May 14, 2008

OK, we all know it tends to rain in Columbus. A lot. But there are long stretches of the summer that are hot and dry. Staying inside may be tempting, but you can only color and make craft stick people for so long before you're itching to go do something. So try one of these suggestions to spruce up your sunny days. Be a good sport: Visit your local park and practice hand-eye coordination  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in columbus

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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