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FAMILY FUN54 EATING OUT WITH KIDS: Opa Grill & Tav-

ern in Delaware50 PARTIES: at the Central Ohio Fire Muse-

um & Learning Center48 HANDS ON: Pinwheels from Clin-

tonville’s Wholly Craft56 DAY TRIPPIN’: Slate Run Living Historical

Park52 COOKING WITH KIDS: Golf snacks59 REVIEWS: Books, apps and a family-

friendly website

NEED TO KNOW32 THE GO-TO GUIDE: Nationwide Children’s46 PEDIATRIC HEALTHSOURCE: from Nationwide Children’s Hospital47 FAMILY FINANCE: with Denise Trowbridge

HOT TOPIC: BEST OF COLUMBUS20 COLUMBUS PARENT’S 2012 BEST OF COLUMBUS

AWARD WINNERS

ON THE GO07 NEWS ON THE GO09 BEST BETS12 COLUMBUS PARENT PROFILE: Upper Arlington’s Edward

Shepherd14 GOOD NEWS, DAD NEWS: from Joel Oliphint15 TAKE IT FROM TRACY: 10TV’s Tracy Townsend17 NEIGHBORHOOD SPOTLIGHT: Downtown Columbus18 SHOP SPOTLIGHT: Kelly Berger, manager of COSI’s Sci-

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ON THE COVER: And the winner is…3-year-old Oliver, who’s enjoy-ing his visit to Best of Columbus winner Pink Moon Cupcake Bakery

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And I have to admit: Iwas feeling a little drainedwhen I got to this letter onmy to-do list. Wiped outeven. And then our twocolumnists this month —Tracy Townsend and JoelOliphint — emailed theircontributions in. What agreat reminder both columnswere about why we parentsdo what we do — and whycaptaining this magazine ischicken soup for my soul.Tracy’s column about thedynamic manly duo underher roof reminded me tocherish the duo I’ve gotunder mine. And Joel’s col-umn reminded me of justhow much flat-out fun it isto parent, even as we navi-gate the perils of what toteach our kids. He’s also aprofessional music journal-ist, so of course he’s going towant to pass that affectionfor good music onto hiskids…or is he?

It reminded me of howmy husband decided ourdaughter, at the tender ageof 3, needed to learn her

shapes. I didn’t quite realizewhat he — a college scienceprofessor by day — wasteaching her until I gotpulled over one afternoon byher preschool teacher.

“Why,” the teacher saidvery hesitantly, “does yourdaughter know the differ-ence between an isoscelestriangle and a right-angle triangle?”

When I got home, I posedthe same question to myhusband, who grinned.

“She also knows what atrapezoid is,” he said proud-ly. I told him he might aswell just pin the shape of abull’s eye to her back beforesending her out to the play-ground next time.

But it is fun, isn’t it, topass along the knowledge wepossess to the little spongesin our lives. Together wemake a wonderful team.

Enjoy those teams ofyours!

What an issue this hasbeen! If it wasn’t a Herculeantask already to compile ourBest of Columbus winners,we took on the challenge ofcreating a Go-To Guide aboutNationwide Children’s andtheir new main hospital(while also taking a closer,hopefully helpful look attheir entire system). Specialthanks to our editorial assis-tant Heather Weekley, whoreally took over on makingsure the Best of Columbuswinners got the TLC theyearned from our voters.

It was truly an honor towork with the incredibleteam of people at Nation-wide Children’s while creat-ing the Go-To Guide. It’salways inspiring to workwith people who love whatthey do and truly care aboutthe families they serve.They’ll share this extraordi-nary new hospital with thepublic on Sunday, June 10during their Community Cel-ebration and Open Houseevent. Go and be wowed. Ican say no more than that.

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Continuing our countdown:

200 REASONS why columbus is a great place to

RAISE A FAMILY116. 50 percent of U.S.

population lives within 500 miles ofColumbus: So chancesare good that some-body you want to visitwith is less than aday’s drive away!

117. Fireflies (aka Light-ning Bugs): Did youknow they don’t havefireflies on the WestCoast. Well, actually,they do, but thespecies out theredon’t really light upfor a variety of reasons— which we guessbegs the question ofwhy they’re still calledfireflies. Either way,we feel sorry for peo-ple who don’t get toenjoy these little crit-ters like we do.

118. Golf is for everyone:It’s not just that Cen-tral Ohio is dense withgolf courses, it’s thatso many of them areopen to the public.

119. Pick-your-own strawberry season:The tastiest way tomake your kids busttheir humps, collect-ing berries for short-cakes and jams!

120. School gets out earlierhere than in mostparts of the country:Well, at least the kidsare happy about it.

101. Picnic at the Pops: Now atits new home on the Colum-bus Commons — what agreat summer tradition wehave with this annual offer-ing from the ColumbusSymphony Orchestra!

102. Zoombezi Bay: Summer gota whole lot more bearablewhen this water amuse-ment park opened fouryears ago. How did we everlive without it?

103. Splash pads: And wherewere these when we par-ents were growing up? Well,we suppose there’s nothingstopping us from taking asplash, too!

104. Columbus Arts Festival:Moving this year back to itsold home on the Sciotoriverfront. Ahhhh! (andooooh! All that cool art,great food and hands-onactivities for the kids!)

105. Jeni Britton Bauer: Hurrayfor the James Beard Foun-dation award and for shar-ing all those great ice-creamrecipes in your cookbook.

106. ComFest: It’s a teachingmoment wrapped in acounter-cultural blanketand sprinkled with free loveand great music.

107. Shakespeare in the Park:The Bard, so smoothly deliv-ered in a Schiller Park set-ting that your kids will neverknow they’ve just gotten adose of high art.

108. Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival:Excellent food, fab music, familyfun and a creek to cool off in!

109. Free Outdoor Music ConcertSeries #1: “Rhythm on the River”at the Scioto Mile. This year’sdates are June 8, 23, 29; July 13;Aug. 3, 31; and Sept. 7. Food andbeverage sales begin at 6:30 p.m.,music at 8 p.m.

110. Free Outdoor Music ConcertSeries #2: “Sounds on the Town”at Easton. Wednesdays from 6-9p.m., June to August

111. Free Outdoor Music Concert Series#3: “Summer Sizzle Concert Series” atGrove City’s Town Center Plaza. MostFriday and Saturday evenings fromJune 8 to Aug. 18

112. Free Outdoor Music Concert Series#4: “Concerts on the Creek” atGahanna’s Creekside Park. This year’sdates are June 9, 22; July 14, 28; Aug.11, 25; and Sept. 8. Start time:

113. Free Outdoor Music Concert Series#5: “Music in the Park” at Gahanna’sFriendship Park. Friday nights May25-Aug. 17 (except June 15)

114. Free Outdoor MusicConcert Series #6:Westerville’s “Soundsof Summer OutdoorConcert Series” Sun-days at 6:30 p.m.starting June 10.

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The kids are out of school, but that doesn’t mean they should

stop reading. Experts know that summer reading helps kids retain

what they learned during the school year and prepares them for the

challenges of the new

school year.

Here are three easy

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*It’s not what they’re

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fiction books will catch their attention with eye-popping imagery

that makes them want to read all about it.

*Make reading a family activity. Sign up for Summer Reading

Club and track each other’s progress as a family. Put your reading

records where everyone can see them and give your kids lots of

encouragement and positive feedback. Have read-aloud sessions

and fill in the spots on the records together.

*Supplement reading with fun activities. If you go to the zoo,

park, COSI, beach or other fun places, find books on the subject. Be

sure to check out the library’s amazing programs over the summer,

too! Check columbuslibrary.org for our calendar of events.

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NATIONWIDE CHILDREN’S COMMUNITY CELEBRATION AND OPEN HOUSENationwide Children’s Hospital is opening its brand-new main hos-pital this month (read all about it in our Go-To Guide) and it’s prettyspectacular. To celebrate the grand opening, the hospital is hostingan open house on Sunday, June 10. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. the pub-lic is welcome to tour the hospital and kids can enjoy fun activities. Nationwide Children’s Hospital, 700 Children’s Dr., Downtown,614-772-2000, natiowidechildrens.org

SKATE FOR HOPESupport breast-cancer research and awareness, all while watching nationally competitive figure skaters. Local skaters(including kids!) will join the stars at Nationwide Arena to put on ashow in honor of those affected by the disease. Since its inception,Skate for Hope has raised more than $370,000 to benefit the Stefanie Spielman Fund. This year’s performance is Saturday, June 16 at 5 p.m. Tickets begin at $15. Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., Arena District,800-745-3000 (for tickets), skateforhope.org

FATHER’S DAY AT THE ZOOSpend the day honoring Dad at the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium! The zoo is offering a deal you can’t beat on Sunday, June 17: Purchase admission for a child and all dads and grandpas get infree. Use the afternoon to get up close and personal with animalfriends and explore our nationally renowned zoo. Admission pricesare $14.99 for adults, $10.99 for seniors 60 and up, $9.99 for children 2-9 and free for children under 2. Columbus Zoo & Aquarium, 4850 W. Powell Rd., Powell, 800-MONKEYS, columbuszoo.org

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Take some time to get out of the house during

the month of June and explore some of these

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COLUMBUS ARTS FESTIVALThis annual, three-day display of amazing artwork from local artists is making its way to the downtown Riverfront after the recent renova-tion of the Scioto Mile. Along with exciting art and entertainment, kids can check out the Hands-On Activities series. They’ll be able tomake a glass bead, design a journal and even meet animals from the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium. The 2012 fest is June 1-3. The activitiesrun daily from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and admission is free. Downtown Columbus Riverfront, 614-224-2606, columbusartsfestival.org

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CIRQUE DU SOLEIL’S MICHAEL JACKSON THE IMMORTAL WORLD TOURThe ever-popular entertainment group is visiting Columbus on anew tour, featuring the songs and styles of the late Michael Jack-son. This exciting and unique show will be at the SchottensteinCenter on June 9 and 10, and will highlight well-known tunesand choreography from the King of Pop. Show times are 8 p.m.on Saturday and 4 p.m. on Sunday, and tickets begin at $50.Schottenstein Center, 555 Borror Dr., Campus, 800-745-3000(for tickets), cirquedusoleil.com


Plan your summer adventure with the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium!Make this a wild summer with your family and friends.

WILD ENCOUNTERS TOURS – See the Zoo the way the keepers do! Choose your guidedbehind-the-scenes tour adventure at the Discovery Reef or Dr. C. Joseph Cross Animal Health Center.

TWILIGHT TOURS - The crowds have diminished and you have the Zoo all to yourself! Up to12 guests can embark on this journey that takes you through various areas of the Zoo on a VIP cart withyour very own guide. These tours are great for celebrating any occasion and also perfectfor families with young children and older adults.

For more information and to book your tour in advance visitwww.columbuszoo.org and click on “Plan Your Visit” then on “Tours.”

FAMILY OVERNIGHTS – Our Zoo Explorers Family Overnight is back this year! Let ourexperts lead your family on an activity-filled excursion through Asia Quest. Or try our new Jr. ZookeepersDive-In Movie Family Overnight where you can relax in the waves at Zoombezi Bay’s Dive-In movie featuringKevin James in Zookeeper. Participants in both programs will drift off to sleep with the fish at DiscoveryReef and enjoy a continental breakfast and guided hike in the morning.

For more information or to register call (614)645-3488 orvisit our website at www.columbuszoo.org and click on

“Learn at the Zoo” then “Family Programs.”

FAMILY NIGHT HIKES – See the Zoo after everyone else has gone home! Join ourEducation staff as we lead you on a guided hike around one of the Zoo’s regions. Each month we feature anew region so you will experience new animals and activities every time you come!


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What is the most played song on your iPod right now? I have entirely lost con-trol of my iPod to my three sons, so the most played song is “Party RockAnthem” by LMFAO. If I ever got my iPod back, it would be jazz by JohnColtrane.

If you HAD to be on a reality-TV show, which one would it be? I would love to beon “The Next Iron Chef America,” although I would have to be a much betterchef. So, perhaps I could start on “Worst Chefs” then work my way up?

Who is your favorite TV/movie parent? I have to admit, I am a huge fan of PhilDunphy from “Modern Family.” He tries so hard to be a perfect dad and hus-band but doesn’t always quite succeed. My favorite movie parent of all time isAtticus Finch as played by Gregory Peck; his combination of compassion,strength and gentleness is inspiring.

Which super-hero power would you like to have? No question that flight wouldbe my favorite power. If I had to choose a second favorite, it would be super-speed, like Flash. I imagine that having super-speed would make it much easierto get everything done!

Favorite thing to do for low- or no-cost family fun in Central Ohio: Playingsports with my sons.

Favorite restaurant to take the kids: Bravo — my older boys love the spaghettiand meatballs, and the youngest loves the pizza. My wife and I appreciate thefamily-friendly atmosphere and the really good adult food!

What’s the best thing about working with infants? And what’s the toughestthing about working with infants? The best thing about working with infants ishaving the privilege to take part in their and their family’s development as theyprogress from extremely tiny and extremely sick newborns to happy, healthytoddlers who can hug you and give you high-fives. The toughest part is therare occasion when we cannot save a baby.

How would you spend a day all to yourself? I’m not sure — this hasn’t hap-pened in so long! Seriously, I would probably sleep a lot, read a newspaper,work out, cook a nice dinner and read a novel. And gear up for the next daywhen all the madness starts again!

What have you learned as a parent that you wish someone had told you beforehad that first kid? I wish I had known how little I actually knew about child-rais-ing. I never anticipated how differently each child would respond to our inter-actions, and how we would have to approach each child with unique goals andstrategies. Clearly, there is no “right” or “wrong” way to raise a child, and ourstyle had to change with the child.

What’s something your mom or dad did that you thought was nuts when youwere a kid and now you understand? As the youngest of four, I thought it wascompletely ridiculous that I was not allowed to do all of the same things as myolder siblings. Now with three boys of differing ages, I totally understand —unfortunately, our youngest seems to feel exactly the same way I did.

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When my son, Liam, was bornalmost five years ago, I wasdetermined to usher him into aworld of good music. I bought a“Rockabye Baby! Lullaby Rendi-tions of Radiohead” CD, and Iculled my iTunes catalog forsoothing, baby-friendly songsthat I wouldn’t be embarrassedto fall asleep to myself.

Whether my early efforts helped instill alove of music in Liam, I don’t know. But I doknow the kid loves music, and it’s rubbedoff on his younger sister, Maggie. These two

will dance to anything with a beat. In fact, itdoesn’t even need a beat. At a recent “PBJ &Jazz” event put on by the Jazz Arts Groupat the Lincoln Theater, my kids were frontand center, shaking it. When the bandlaunched into a slower, smooth-jazz tune,they were still dancing like it was Warren Ginstead of Kenny G.

I have to hold them back from dancingin the aisles during church, too. Otherwisechurch would become the Liam & MaggieShow. One of the Sunday favorites is “ByThy Mercy” (a.k.a. “Bye Bye Mercy”). Afterthe benediction, Liam makes a mad dash forthe drumset.

While Maggie requests the same songsfrom the “Lion King” soundtrack every nightbefore bed, Liam has a pile of CDs on hisdresser from which he carefully makes his

listening selection. He mulls it over careful-ly, just like his daddy, making sure themusic fits his current mood. Sometimes it’sthe mix with “the haircut song” (a.k.a. Pave-ment’s “Cut Your Hair”). Other times it’s aBeatles album.

There’s a danger here, though. A fewmonths ago The Onion ran a story with theheadline, “Cool Dad Raising Daughter onMedia That Will Put Her Entirely Out ofTouch with Her Generation,” in which a dadwas hilariously determined to expose hischild to “highly influential albums that willin no way help his daughter interact withher peers.”

And it’s not just the social lives of mykids I need to be mindful of. At some pointin their teens, they’ll rebel. It got me think-ing: What if you ran around the house

singing the Ramones’ “Blitzkrieg Bop” at age2? How do you rebel? I have visions of ateenage Liam scowling at me from his roomwhile blasting “The Essential MichaelBolton.”

So I’m careful to include “kid” music. Ican’t quite bring myself to put “Baby Belu-ga” on mixes, but it’s not rare to hear the“Curious George” soundtrack, Yo GabbaGabba songs and “Slugs, Bugs & Lullabies”blasting from Liam’s room.

When I took Liam to see the “U2 3D”concert film at COSI, he loved it for threesongs. Then he fell sound asleep. I had theurge to wake him up and say, “Liam, yougotta hear this one. It’s so much better thanthe album version.” But I resisted. Some-times you have to let a kid be a kid.

on the go: GOOD NEWS, DAD NEWS

Kid TUNESBY JOEL OLIPHINT

Joel Oliphint is a freelance writer,often running his mouth aboutmusic in The Other Paper and otherpubs. His two kids refer to Bob Evansas Bob Dylan’s and still don’t knowthe purple dinosaur’s name.


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Many of you have evencome up to and talked withme about the column andprovided your input. Some ofyou have even asked mewhat Ian thinks of it. Uhm…he doesn’t really read it butdoes have some idea of howmuch of our — err, his — lifeI’ve shared. So far, it hasn’tbeen a problem but now thathe is “double-digit age” as heterms it, I am going to haveto get his approval to share

certain things.Fortunately for me this

month’s column is aboutFather’s Day and a topic onwhich Ian and I can agree:His Dad (my husband, Murv)is pretty terrific.

“Daddy is a great fatherbecause he always has timefor me,” Ian told me in ourinterview. “He’s showing mehow to be a good man.” (Nowthat response warms myheart and also chills it: Be aman? My “baby” is still ababy! This double-digit busi-ness may require a therapysession on letting go — forme.)

I absolutely love the bondbetween Murv and Ian. It isbased on a strong foundationformed at birth and strength-ened by the fact that when Ireturned to work after mater-nity leave 10 years ago, Murvassumed the role of caregiv-er. Yep, he was a “Stay at

Home Dad” and loved it. Heand Ian were even featured ina 2003 “People” magazinearticle on the subject. One ofthe great outcomes is thatIan isn’t bogged down bymany gender biases. Heknows and looks to both ofus for care, comfort and tocook something when he’shungry.

Now, 10 years later, Ianlooks to Dad for even more.During the fourth-gradeschool year, it was help withmath.

“I don’t want to hurt yourfeelings, Mom, but Dad has agreat math mind,” Ian said.“You’re good at stuff, butdefinitely not math.” (Nohurt feelings here. That is thetruth.)

It’s not all business withthe two of them. They bothcherish “Dudes’ Day,” whichis whenever I’m not at homefor a while because it

involves junk food, videogames and long stretches ofwatching ESPN. There is alsobaseball this summer —Murv is coaching Ian’s team.

Ian concedes that in theend, it doesn’t matter thatI’m not so great at math. Hetold me, “You picked a goodman to be my dad.”

Whew. I am glad I didsomething right and relishthe fact that this month andevery month, we have agreat reason to celebrateFather’s Day.

on the go: TAKE IT FROM TRACY

Fabulous FATHERS

BY TRACY TOWNSEND

Tracy Townsend is a newsreporter and anchor with

10TV News HD.

Writing this column is a good outlet for me.Like you, I am a proud parent who alwayshas a good story about something my sonIan did or said. My colleagues here at 10TVNews have been so gracious and patientwith me over the course of my nearly sevenyears here. They’ve listened, laughed andsometimes even advised on various “Ianissues” including homework, peer pressureand his fascination with video games.


You can make the trip agreen adventure by riding aCOTA bus downtown orfrom one destination toanother.

The Main Branch of theColumbus MetropolitanLibrary provides a greatdowntown introduction forlittle ones. The children’slibrarians share wonderfulbooks during their storyhour sessions, which areheld most days. The chil-dren’s section has a largeplay area with interestingtoys and a tree house forcurling up in with a goodread. The library also has acoffee shop where familiescan grab a quick bite. Besure to check out the giftshop, too, for low-pricedbooks and other paper-based goodies.

Younger children alsowill enjoy exploring COSIand the Columbus Museumof Art. Both institutions haveplenty to keep kids busy.

COSI’s “little kidspace” isan ideal spot to spend arainy afternoon or to escape

the sun on a hot day. Chil-dren love playing pretend,using the water table androaming the colorful space.The museum’s other areascater to older kids with aninterest in science. Don’t for-get about the extreme screentheatre. COSI shows an inter-esting array of films eachyear.

The art museum, whichunveiled its renovated spacelast year, also offers lots forchildren to do. The newlycreated Wonder Room is fullof hands-on activities forchildren ages 3 to 14. Themuseum also has kid-friend-ly touches in most of its gal-leries.

Kids can learn aboutstate government during avisit to the Ohio Statehouse.Visitors can take a free 45-minute guided tour or spendtime at the interactive State-house Museum. Hands-onactivities provide informa-tion about how governmentworks and the chance tolearn about the people whobuilt the statehouse.

Visitors can do morethan just feed their minds atthe Statehouse. They alsocan feed their bellies atMilo’s Capitol Café, whichserves hearty breakfasts andlunches.

Columbus’ downtownalso has many outdoor ven-ues to explore.

The Santa Maria, the per-manently docked replica ofthe wooden ship thatChristopher Columbus

sailed to the Americas,offers history lessons andopportunities to scamper upand down ladders likesailors did five centuriesago.

Kids also enjoy the SciotoMile. One of the city’snewest landmarks, these 145acres of green space arehome to Bicentennial Park, aperformance pavilion and aninteractive fountain. Summerevents include music,

movies and arts and crafts.The Grange Insurance

Audubon Center, a naturecenter with a playground,indoor play space and freeprogramming, also is locatedalong the Scioto Mile. Thecenter, which opened in2009, was constructed usinggreen-building methods.

Columbus Commons, thepark on the site of the for-mer City Center shoppingmall, hosts many special

events. Activities includemusic, face painting,carousel rides, live entertain-ment, movies and more.

The Columbus Symphonywill perform its summerconcert series, Picnic withthe Pops, at the newly con-structed Bicentennial Pavil-ion, which recently openedat Columbus Commons inrecognition of the city’s200th birthday. The sympho-ny’s family-oriented con-

on the go: NEIGHBORHOOD SPOTLIGHT

Downtown STORY BY MELISSA KOSSLER DUTTONPHOTOS BY ALYSIA BURTON

Columbus’ bicentennial celebration is the perfect reason to spend the day sightseeingdowntown with the family.

In addition to the normal sights and sounds ofthe state capital, there are plenty of specialactivities planned throughout the summer.

COLUMBUS

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A game of chess atColumbus Commons


SANTA MARIA25 Marconi Blvd.614-645-0351santamaria.org

COSI333 W. Broad St.614-228-2674cosi.org

SCIOTO MILEsciotomile.com

COLUMBUS BREWINGCOMPANY525 Short St.614-464-2739columbusbrewingco.com

COLUMBUS COMMONS160 S. High St.columbuscommons.org

SOUTHERN THEATRE21 E. Main St.614-469-0939capa.com/venues/southern-theatre

GRANGE INSURANCE AUDUBON CENTER505 W. Whittier St.614-545-5475grange.audubon.org

COLUMBUS METROPOLITANLIBRARY, MAIN BRANCH96 S. Grant Ave.614-645-2275columbuslibrary.org

COLUMBUS MUSEUM OF ART480 E. Broad St.614-221-6801columbusmuseum.org

COLUMBUS COLLEGEOF ART & DESIGN60 Cleveland Ave.614-224-9101ccad.edu

COLUMBUSCHILDREN’S THEATRE512 Park St.614-224-6672colschildrenstheatre.org

1. PALACE THEATRE34 W. Broad St.614-469-0939capa.com/venues/palace-theatre

2. PEANUT SHOPPE COLUMBUS46 N. High St.614-221-8837

3. SUGARDADDY’S11 E. Gay St.614-888-4491sugardaddys.com

4. PEARL MARKETBroad, High, Gay and Third streetsdowntowncolumbus.com/pearlmarket

5. PHOENIX THEATRE FOR CHILDREN77 S. High St.614-464-9400phoenix4kids.org

6. RIFFE CENTER77 S. High St.614-469-0939capa.com/venues/capitol-theatre

7. MILO’S CAPITOL CAFÉ1 Capitol Square614-728-9231ohiostatehouse.org/informa-tion/CapitolCafe.aspx

8. OHIO STATEHOUSE1 Capitol Square614-752-9777ohiostatehouse.org

9. OHIO THEATRE39 E. State St.614-469-0939capa.com/venues/ohio-theatre

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certs, the Popcorn Pops, also will be heldat the pavilion.

Youngsters who enjoy plays and per-formances have numerous downtownchoices. The Ohio Theatre, the SouthernTheatre, the Palace Theatre and the RiffeCenter often host kid-friendly shows thatare organized by the nonprofit arts organ-ization CAPA.

Columbus Children’s Theatre will per-form Disney’s Sleeping Beauty Kids inAugust. CCT and the Phoenix Theatre forChildren offer acting classes for children.

Budding artists should check out class-es and camps at the Columbus College ofArt & Design.

There’s no shortage of places to eatdowntown either. The Columbus BrewingCompany is a nice place for families todine. The kids’ menu features several rea-sonably-priced entrees.

For snacks, Sugardaddy’s serves updecadent brownies. For something withmore crunch, check out the PeanutShoppe Columbus, an old-fashioned nutand candy store.

For some fun summer snacking andshopping, visit the Pearl Market. Locatedin the alleys between Broad, High, Gay andThird streets, the market offers a mix offresh produce, locally made goods anddelicious food. The market is open from10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridaysfrom mid-May through October.

COTA DATARiding the bus gives kids and caregivers a chance to enjoy the

scenery. Bus fare is $2 for adults. Children under 48 inches ride free.Two of the easiest bus routes to navigate are along High and

Broad streets. COTA has Park & Ride locations along North High andEast and West Broad streets.

Visit http://www.cota.com/How-to-Ride.aspx for details onhow to catch a bus near home.

The Scioto Mile’s splash area


Melissa K. (Dublin, OH):If a person has a runny nose, bleary eyes and is sneezing during pollenseason, how important is it to see an allergist? Does it matter what you’reallergic to, specifically? And are allergy shots — immunotherapy — worth thetime and trouble?

Dr. Shah:It’s definitely helpful to understand what triggers your symptoms, especiallyif you’re having difficulty controlling them with over-the-counter medications,having complications like sinus infections or asthma, or feeling so run downthat it affects your ability to work or go to school. Symptoms can be hard tointerpret, but an allergist has particular training and experience that helpfind answers.A patient with allergic sensitivity to pollen, for example, may not havesymptoms after a minor exposure. But with heavy exposure or otherallergens added in like pet dander or dust mites, the person’s allergythreshold may be exceeded and symptoms begin.That’s why some patients have symptoms mainly during pollen season,but they’re not just allergic to pollen. They may also have allergies to thingslike pets and dust mites, and if those other allergens were reduced, theindividuals might be able to tolerate more pollen exposure.Regarding allergy shots, how helpful they could be depends on the severityof symptoms. Allergy shots are most effective for inhaled allergens such aspollen and other environmental allergens, animal dander, and mold spores.The shots help build tolerance to an allergen so that the patient can tolerateexposure. Now, with new procedures such as RUSH immunotherapy, thistolerance continues even after the immunotherapy ends — 1-day acceleratedprogram to becoming ‘allergy free’.

Does It Matter What I’m Allergic to?

What would you say to families who try to avoid the shopbecause they don’t want to buy their children a souvenirevery time they visit COSI?

Coming to COSI is a special experience. It’s good to have amemento of a good memory. There are educational toys thatallow you to keep up the experience of COSI.

Tell us more about your inventory.We definitely try to keep the inventory true to COSI. We try

to reflect the exhibits whether they’re temporary or permanent.

What ages does the shop appeal to?We try to appeal to all different ages. There’s something for

everybody. It’s not just toys and science kits.

Is the staff good at making suggestions for peopleshopping for a gift?

That’s one of the things we really work at. When we get insomething new, we open it up and play with it. We make surewe educate ourselves about our inventory so we can giveguests the best service we can.

Do you ever have sales?We try to have promotions throughout the year. Members

always get 10 percent off. Sometimes, at the holidays, weincrease that to 20 percent. It helps them and it helps us.

—MELISSA KOSSLER DUTTON

on the go: SHOP SPOTLIGHT

Kelly BergerManager of Science2GO! at COSI

Kelly Bergerwants potential customers to knowthat shopping at theScience2GO! giftshop at COSI is aspecial experience –but not an exclusiveone.

Anybody can visitthe store, she said,since COSI admis-sion is not requiredto shop.

“It’s a really coolplace to come,” shesaid. “We’re not likeevery other toystore or every otherscience store.”

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BEST ASIAN-FOOD RESTAURANTGENJI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE5874 Sawmill Rd., Dublin614-792-25002045 Brice Rd., Reynoldsburg614-864-7888

It’s dinner and a show at Genji as masterchefs prepare your meal before your eyeswith acrobatic precision. Part juggling rou-tine, part culinary art, Genji’s signature teppa-nyaki dishes are a sight to behold and adelight to eat. RUNNERS-UP: Molly Woo’s Asian Bistro,China Dynasty (Rt. 161)

We asked and, once again, youvoted - and you voted almost 10 times more this year than last!

And this year we upped the number of categories to 68 and expandedthe subject headings from Food, Clothes and Stuff to Buy to include Fami-ly-Focused Businesses, Special Events and Low- or No-Cost Family Fun.

Using our online ballot, we suggested a few worthy nominees in eachcategory but also took write-in votes. Votes were collected online duringthe month of April, then we tallied the votes and determined who ourwinners and runners-up were. The write-ups on our winners are the workof Jane Hawes, Heather Weekley, Melissa Kossler Dutton and DebbieAngelos.

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BEST BAKERYRESCH’S BAKERY4061 E. Livingston Ave., Whitehall 614-237-7421reschbakery.com

It’s all about dessert at this Columbusinstitution, which is celebrating its 100thanniversary this year. The family-ownedbakery is known throughout the city forits birthday and wedding cakes, cookiesand other sweet treats. That’s not to saythat the homemade bread and rollsshould be overlooked: They’re worth avisit as well.

The bakery prides itself on using quali-ty ingredients to create its made-from-scratch goodies. Resch’s Bakery also offersseasonal treats during the holidays. Thebakery sells hot cross buns at Easter,cookies at Christmas and pumpkin donutsin the fall.RUNNERS-UP: Mozart’s Bakery & PianoCafé, Pistacia Vera

BEST FANCY FAMILY DININGCAP CITY FINE DINER AND BAR1299 Olentangy River Rd., Grandview Heights, 614-291-36631301 StoneRidge Dr., Gahanna, 614-478-9999capcityfinediner.com

With family favorites such as meatloaf and apple pie,Cap City Fine Diner provides a unique combination ofhomespun diner atmosphere with upscale flair. From kid-approved appetizers to the parent-approved wine list, CapCity offers families a chance to experience fine dining with-out the fuss. RUNNERS-UP: Buca di Beppo, Brio Tuscan Grille

BEST BREAKFAST-FOODRESTAURANTNANCY’S HOME COOKING3133 N. High St., Clintonville 614-265-9012

It’s not fancy. They don’t takecredit cards and there’s no wi-fi orcaffeine that comes with shots ofanything in it. But if you’re lookingto crank up your street cred withthe kids, Nancy’s is it. This isfriendly, diner dining at itsabsolute finest and most authen-tic with pancakes and omelets asbig as your head. OSU grads —take the kids here and regalethem with strategically edited sto-ries of your illustrious youth.RUNNERS-UP: German VillageCoffee Shop, Jack & Benny’s

BEST DINERSTARLINER DINER5240 Cemetery Rd., Hilliard614-529-1198starlinerdiner.comFrom the Cuban-inspireddishes to the colorfullyeclectic décor, this is cer-tainly not your typicalneighborhood diner. Fea-turing menu standoutssuch as Creole Macaroniand Grilled Pizza BreadSalad along with home-style diner fare, StarlinerDiner is sure to make yousay “delicioso!” RUNNERS-UP: Tommy’sDiner, The Wigwam

BEST ICE CREAM PARLORGRAETER’SMultiple locations (nine, to be precise in Central Ohio)graeters.com

Two years in, it’s alreadybecome an annual form of enter-tainment for us here at ColumbusParent Central to watch Graeter’sand Jeni’s engage in their frozen-dairy-product death match. Onceagain, Graeter’s emerged victori-ous. All we can say is what a won-derful world it is we live in wherewe have to stress over choosingbetween a scoop of Graeter’s BlackRaspberry Chip or Jeni’s SaltyCaramel. RUNNERS-UP: Jeni’s Splendid IceCreams, Whit’s Frozen Custard

BEST PIZZA (DELIVERY/TAKE-OUT)DONATOSmultiple locationsdonatos.com

Since 1963, Donato’s famous golden crust and aged provolonecheese have been tantalizing taste buds all over the great state ofOhio and beyond. A homegrown favorite, this rising chain is allabout creating the perfect combo with the freshest ingredients. RUNNERS-UP: Tommy’s, Massey’s Pizza


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2012-13 P.A.R.K.Programmed After-schoolRecreation for Kids (P.A.R.K.),provides safe, engaging andaffordable fun after schooluntil 6 p.m. Children in gradesK-4 choose from enriching andspontaneous activities at fiveSouth-Western City elementarysites. Before-school optionsalso are available from 6 a.m.

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PLAY ZONENot in need of fu l l - daychild care, but looking fora great , economical wayto keep your child activeand social this summer?Play Zone offers childrenin grades K-6 a ton of funMondays through Thursdaysfrom 9:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.,June 18 through July 23.

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BEST LATIN FOOD RESTAURANTEL VAQUEROmultiple locationsvaquerorestaurant.com

What kid doesn’t like a dinner that starts with endless bowlsof chips and salsa? Perhaps that’s why El Vaquero always crushesthe competition in area “best of” contests.

The family-friendly restaurant offers a wide selection of Southof the Border favorites prepared with fresh ingredients. Dinerscan expect friendly service and consistently good food. The localchain tries to appeal to value-conscious parents by offering dailylunch and dinner specials as well as printable, online coupons.They also offer a reasonably-priced children’s menu.RUNNERS-UP: Abuelo’s, Chile Verde

BEST ORGANIC-FOODRESTAURANTNORTHSTAR CAFÉ951 N. High St., Short North 614-298-99994241 N. High St., Clintonville 614-784-22334015 Townsfair Way, Easton 614-532-5444thenorthstarcafe.com

Northstar Café prides itself on using organicingredients and carryout containers that are safe forthe environment. The high quality of food prepara-tion is evident in each of the café’s locations, whichboast rustic atmospheres and homey vibes. Kids willlove being able to take a peek inside the kitchen!“Can’t miss” menu items at Northstar include theburger (made with black beans, beets and rice), theSweet Basil Burrito and cookies the size of your headthat are made fresh daily. RUNNERS-UP: Harvest Moon Café, Raisin Rack

RUNNERS-UP FORGLUTEN-FREEMENU: MellowMushroom Pizza Bak-ers, BJ’s Restaurantand BrewhouseRUNNERS-UP FORMAC ‘N CHEESE: LaChatelaine FrenchBakery & Bistro, (tie)Grandview Café and Eddie George’s Grill 27

BEST CHICKEN FINGERSROOSTERS WINGSMultiple locations (nine, to be precise inCentral Ohio)roosterswings.com

They’ve made their name, over the last 23 years, withchicken wings, but clearly Columbus parents give theirchicken fingers two thumbs up. Roosters Wings, with locations from Grove City to Huntington Park, are a made-in-Ohio success story, and you also have to appreciatetheir business philosophy of recycling existing buildings,rather than building new, for their restaurant locations. RUNNERS-UP: Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern, Max & Erma’s

BEST GLUTEN-FREE MENU BEST MAC ‘N CHEESERUSTY BUCKET RESTAURANT AND TAVERNmultiple locations myrustybucket.com

Rusty Bucket took home the gold in two categories this year! As glutenintolerance seems to hit more and more kids and adults each year, thisfamily-friendly chain with six Columbus locations caters to those who needto eat around this type of protein. Yummy options include quesadillas,pasta, salads and even gluten-free alcoholic beverages for Mom and Dad.

The restaurant’s signature Macaroni ‘n Cheese (ironically, not a gluten-free item) blew its competition out of the water. The warm, gooey plate istopped with bread crumbs, and it comes with garlic bread to enjoy the left-over cheese sauce. We’re hungry just thinking about it!


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BEST RESTAURANT WITHGAMES AND ACTIVITIESDAVE & BUSTER’S1554 Polaris Pkwy., Polaris614-310-68003665 Park Mill Run Dr., Hilliard 614-771-1515daveandbusters.com

Dave & Buster’s offers excite-ment for both kids and adults at itspopular eat-and-play establish-ments. After a meal (the menu isloaded with family faves like ham-burgers and pasta dishes), there areplenty of games and activities forthe whole crew. Test your skills atpopular games like Wheel of For-tune, Madden Football and thealways classic Skeeball, all whileearning tickets for the prizes of yourchoice. The endless fun also makesDave & Buster’s another primebirthday party venue in Columbus.RUNNERS-UP: Rule (3), MagicMountain Fun Centers

BEST HAMBURGER AND FRIESTHE THURMAN CAFÉ183 Thurman Ave., German Village614-443-1570thethurmancafe.com

Your kids might not be able to makea dent in The Thurmanator, the cele-brated signature burger at The Thur-man Café, but they will likely find something that piques their appetite at the German Villageburger joint. The restaurant, which has received lots of attention after being featured on the Trav-el Channel’s “Man v. Food” show, has more than a dozen specialty burgers on the menu. Burgertoppings include ham, salsa, red peppers and mushrooms. The restaurant also serves wings, thin-crust pizza and hot dogs. They’re best enjoyed with the restaurant’s hand-cut fries.

Fame does come with a price. Since the café was featured on television, there’s often a waitfor a table and the restaurant does not take reservations.RUNNERS-UP: Max & Erma’s, Graffiti Burger Fries & Shakes



BEST PIZZA (RESTAURANT)MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZABAKERS2170 Polaris Pkwy., Polaris 614-885-63556505 Dublin Center Dr., Dublin 614-389-5445mellowmushroom.com

The creators of Mellow Mushroom wantdiners to experience pizza as an art form.The chain restaurant with locations nearPolaris and in Dublin offers pizza withunique toppings artfully arranged on thepie.

The line-up of toppings includes every-thing from salami to barbecued tofu — allserved on a thick, chewy crust. And to washit down, there’s dozens of craft beers for thegrown-ups to choose from. Be sure to checkout their bingo nights, too.RUNNERS-UP: Plank’s on Parsons, Kingy’sPizza Pub

BEST HOT DOGDIRTY FRANK’S HOTDOG PALACE248 S. Fourth St., Downtown 614-824-4673dirtyfrankscolumbus.com

When parents are ready tothrow in the towel on their kids’hot dog habits, Dirty Frank’scomes to the rescue. Where elsecan you find a place that elevatesthis tubular food item to an artform? Trying to educate littleHortense or Fauntleroy’s palate?Kim chee topping — it’s like coleslaw, only from another country!Mango chutney — it’s ketchupwith attitude.RUNNERS-UP: Schmidt’s Restau-rant und Sausage Haus, (tie)Wholly Joe’s Chicago Eatery andPhillip’s Original Coney Island

BEST PANCAKESHARVEST MOON CAFÉ7 N. High St., Canal Winchester614-834-8100hm-café.com

It’s no secret (from our April Eating Outwith Kids review) that we here at ColumbusParent Central are big fans of Harvest MoonCafé’s “heavenly hotcakes” and apparently soare other Columbus parents. Harvest MoonCafé, a friendly little organic eatery in CanalWinchester, wiped up its plate with lavender-infused maple syrup in this hotly contestedcategory. RUNNERS-UP: Jack & Benny’s, German VillageCoffee Shop


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WORTH THE PRICE OF A SITTER RESTAURANTHYDE PARK PRIMESTEAKHOUSEmultiple locationshydeparkrestaurants.com

For Moms and Dadslooking for a place to dinewithout the kids, Hyde Parkhits the spot.

The steakhouse, whichprides itself on quality ingre-dients and culinary flair,offers impeccable serviceand great ambiance. All ofthe Columbus locationshave cozy fireplaces to helpset a romantic mood. It’sdefinitely a place to lingerover a meal.

Hyde Park chefs will pre-pare your steak in the classicway you love or in whatevermanner is the current foodietrend. They also have a won-derful seafood selection andserve more than 40 wines by the glass. RUNNERS-UP: Mitchell’sOcean Club, The Top SteakHouse

BEST CUPCAKEPINK MOON CUPCAKE BAKERY84 W. Olentangy St., Powell614-802-0230pinkmooncupcakes.com

These oh-so-delightfulconfections infuse a littlewhimsy and a lot of palate-pleasing flavors into onebakery staple. From tried-and-true flavors like vanillaand chocolate to more dar-ing endeavors like red vel-vet and caramel macchiato,Pink Moon is sure to sendyou over the moon. RUNNERS-UP: FantasyCupcake, Pattycake Bakery

BEST MILKSHAKESTEAK ‘N SHAKEmultiple locationssteaknshake.com

When a restaurant has “shake” in its name, you know it’s going to be good. Since 1934, Steak ‘NShake restaurants nationwide (including more than a dozen in the greater Columbus area) have beendelighting the masses with their “hand-dipped” milkshakes. Classic flavors of the frosty treat includechocolate, banana, vanilla and strawberry. Can’t decide which one to get? Side-by-side shakes let youcombine two flavors, or choose from fun specialty flavors like Butterfinger or M&M’s.RUNNERS-UP: Graeter’s, Culver’s



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Thanks to demand nationwide for their handmade children’s clothing,Lottie Da will be converting its store to a showroom and studio to focus ontheir online retail business. But never fear, Lottie Da devotees! In additionto shopping online, you can still visit the store by special appointment.RUNNERS-UP: Nicole’s for Children, Blankets and Booties

BEST MATERNITY CLOTHESOLD NAVY MATERNITYmultiple locationsoldnavy.com

When shopping for maternityclothes, comfort is key, but so are cuteand classic styles. Old Navy Maternityoffers just that and more. The store hasyou and your bump covered with pricesthat won’t burn a hole in your wallet.

Find stylish dresses, cardigans andtops in an array of patterns and colors, orstay comfy with activewear, jeans andhoodies. If you need summer attire, OldNavy also carries maternity bathing suits.

And after your bundle of joy is born,check out some post-pregnancyfavorites, including nursing tops andyoga pants.RUNNERS-UP: Destination Maternity,Gap Maternity

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If the youngsters need polo shirts, plaidskirts or gym uniforms for school, SchoolCloset and School Days stores have you cov-ered. Customers can easily find the specificschool uniforms they’re looking for, withplenty of accessories and backpacks to boot.Order online, or visit one of the three loca-tions nearest you. Summer is the prime timeto stock up before the school year starts!RUNNERS-UP: Educational Outfitters; Educational Apparel, LLC

BEST PLAY CLOTHESTUTU MOMMIES133 N. Columbus St., Lancaster 740-743-7070tutumommies.com

This fascinating shop, located in Lancaster, is one of thosenifty little finds that are a testament to parental ingenuity:Two mommies who knew that there’s no better way to clothea little girl’s playful frame of mind than with tutu material andimagination! They offer in-stock tutus, dresses and accessories,but also custom-create to your little princess’s specs (and forvery reasonable prices). RUNNERS-UP: What the Rock?!, Nicole’s for Children

BEST SHOESNORDSTROM4000 Worth Ave., Easton614-416-7111nordstrom.com

Kids are on the go and Nordstrom knows they need theshoes to help them get there. With pint-sized versions of namebrands and an array of classic and trendy styles, Nordstromoffers plenty of adorable options for your munchkin in motion. RUNNERS-UP: Stride Rite at Polaris, Kids Foot Locker

BEST RESALE/CONSIGNMENT ADULT CLOTHESCLOTHES MENTOR2011 Henderson Rd., Columbus614-923-0166399 S. State St., Westerville614-899-3000clothesmentor.com

Want the hottest trends for the coolest prices? ClothesMentor is the place for the latest “new-to-you” styles for thebudget-conscious fashionista. Find the perfect statementpiece or sell those lonely closet items for cash. Now that’s agreat deal. RUNNERS-UP: One More Time, Second Chance ConsignmentBoutique

BEST DRESS-UP CLOTHESBELLES & BEAUX CHILDREN’S BOUTIQUE1249 N. Hamilton Rd., Gahanna 614-473-2000bellesandbeauxchildrensboutique.com

Located just south of the StoneRidge Plaza shopping area in Gahanna,Belles & Beaux has become a reveredpart of Central Ohio’s dressy-wear-for-kids landscape. Owner Kathleen Gib-bons devotes as much care to selectingher inventory of the latest in children’sclothing (from newborn to girls’ 16 andboys’ 7 sizes) as do Short North ladies’boutique owners. Guaranteed, if you’relooking for something special forsomeone special, you will find it here.RUNNERS-UP: Nicole’s for Children,Lottie Da


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The staff at Once Upon a Child is leg-endary for being picky about what clothesthey will accept to sell in the store, whichis good news for second-hand shoppers.

The stores offer a wide array of chil-dren’s clothing, toys and books and music.It’s a great place to look for specialty itemslike dress clothes, costumes or winter gear.

Parents also should pay the store a visitbefore big purchases like bikes, kitchensets and strollers because Once Upon aChild usually has a good selection of those,too.

It’s also a good place to make a littleextra money from your little one’s cast-offs.RUNNERS-UP: Three Bags Full sales, Trader Tots

BEST RESALE/CONSIGNMENTTEEN CLOTHESPLATO’S CLOSETmultiple locationsplatoscloset.com

Fashion-conscious teens dressing on abudget must pay a visit to Plato’s Closet.The second-hand store works hard to caterto young people with an eye for stylishclothing.

The store carries brand-name andtrendy clothes and accessories for teens,women and men. Plato’s Closet works tokeep its inventory in line with what storesat the mall have carried within the last 12to 18 months.

The store estimates its prices are up to70 percent below the retail prices.

The website offers fun fashion tips andoffers ideas on how to put trendy lookstogether.RUNNERS-UP: Rag-O-Rama, The DresscodeConsignment Shop



FAMILY-FOCUSED BUSINESS

BEST BIRTHDAYPARTY VENUESKY ZONE459 Orange Point Drive, Suite E,Lewis Center 740-548-4004columbus.skyzonesports.com

You know those jokes about howgreat the sugar crashes are after yourkids spend time at a birthday party?This is better because, after a birth-day party at the Sky Zone IndoorTrampoline Park, they are legitimate-ly exhausted, but not in danger ofinsulin shock. Soon after this LewisCenter (southern Delaware County)business opened in 2010, it bounced(haha) to the top of the ranks of greatbirthday-party venues. This year,Columbus parents voted it tops. RUNNERS-UP: Mr. Game Room,Magic Mountain Fun Centers

BEST ARTS CENTER/STUDIOCULTURAL ARTS CENTER139 W. Main St., Downtown614-645-7047culturalartscenteronline.org

Run by the Columbus Recreationand Parks Department, the CulturalArts Center was first dedicated in1978 (in a beautiful building downnear the riverfront, which, we weresurprised to learn, used to be theOhio State Arsenal!). Though thisrobust organization does not cur-rently offer classes to anyoneyounger than 18, parents obviouslyenjoy exercising their artistic muscleshere (and maybe someday they’ll letthe teens and kids in, too!)RUNNERS-UP: Delaware Arts Castle,Dublin Arts Council

BEST CHILDREN’S THEATERCOLUMBUS CHILDREN’STHEATRE177 E. Naghten St., Downtown614-224-6672colschildrenstheatre.com

Young thespians can learn thetricks of the trade at Columbus Chil-dren’s Theatre workshops, classesand camps.

The organization also has a tour-ing company that produces kid-friendly shows. Columbus Chil-dren’s Theatre, which is nearly 50years old, is dedicated to enrichingthe lives of children and their fami-lies through live theatre and theatreeducation.RUNNERS-UP: The Phoenix Theatre for Children, Wexner Center for the Arts

BEST CUT-YOUR-OWN CHRIST-MAS TREE DESTINATIONTIMBUK FARMS2030 Timbuk Road, Granville 740-587-2178timbukfarms.com

This 60-year-old, 200-acre family-runfarm is clearly a fave with Central Ohiofamilies when it comes to Christmas timeand the acquisition of that esteemed ever-green symbol of The Season. And it proba-bly doesn’t hurt that they offer a “NorthPole Café,” gift shop and tractor train ridesto make this an outing worth bundling thefamily up for. As for the Timbuk name — itderives from the original owners’ declara-tion that a trip from Columbus out to Lick-ing County was like visiting Timbuktu. RUNNERS-UP: Homestead Tree Farm,Dale Tree Farm

BEST GYMNASTICSBUCKEYE GYMNASTICS10562 Sawmill Rd., Powell614-793-19367159 Northgate Way, Westerville614-895-1611buckeyegymnastics.com

For nearly 30 years, kids of all ages have been bouncing aroundand acquiring tumbling skills at Buckeye Gymnastics. Their twolocations offer gymnastics classes, competitive cheerleading andintroductory tumbling classes for children as young as 2 years old.

Plus, the gym hosts a plethora of summer camps and evenserves as a birthday party venue! Kids can enjoy inflatables and theinfamous “cheese pit” with those fun yellow foam blocks thatyoungsters love. RUNNERS-UP: Gym X-Treme, Columbus Gymnastics Academy

BEST DANCE STUDIOBALLETMET DANCE ACADEMY322 Mt. Vernon Ave., Columbus614-224-16721141 N. Hamilton Rd., Gahanna614-224-1672balletmet.org

From toddlers in tutus to adults with a passion,BalletMet Dance Academy offers students achance to learn from professional instructors in asupportive atmosphere. Classes are offered in bal-let, hip hop and more. RUNNERS-UP: NorthPointe Dance Academy, Pin-nell Dance Centre

BEST FARMERS’ MARKETNORTH MARKET SATURDAYS59 Spruce St., Arena District614-463-9664northmarket.com

Enjoy live music, activities for kids and some ofthe area’s finest farm-fresh foods at one of Colum-bus’ historic treasures. This open-air market packsin fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers and more in aone-stop shop for home-grown goodies. RUNNERS-UP: Worthington, Clintonville



BEST PLACE TO BRING OUT-OF-TOWN VISITORSCOLUMBUS ZOO & AQUARIUM4850 W. Powell Rd., Powell1-800-MONKEYScolszoo.org

With more than 2 million annual visitors, it’s no shock that the ColumbusZoo & Aquarium secured the win in this category. The nearly 600-acre zoohouses more than 9,000 animals and is one of the most well-known zoos inthe country.

It’s open 363 days a year (except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day), sothere’s plenty of opportunity to share this Columbus gem with friends andfamily. Get up close and personal with the manatees, walk through the rep-tile house or make friends with the gorillas. There are plenty of other activi-ties including train rides and hands-on animal encounters.

Seasonal activities also abound: Don’t miss the twinkling Wildlights eachwinter or the twists and turns of the water slides during the warmer monthsat the adjoining Zoombezi Bay water park. RUNNERS-UP: Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, German Village

BEST SPECTATOR SPORTSOHIO STATE UNIVERSITY FOOTBALL411 Woody Hayes Dr., Campus614-292-2624ohiostatebuckeyes.com

With Buckeye spirit days start-ing in preschool, it’s no surprisethat readers choose Ohio StateUniversity Football games as theirfavorite sporting event. It was OH– IO all the way.

Families who don their Scarletand Gray and head to Ohio Stadi-um are sure to have a memorabletime rooting for the home teamand gobbling hot dogs, nachosand other stadium munchies.

Even kids who aren’t footballfans will love listening to the band,cheering along with Brutus andwatching the fun animation onthe score boards. RUNNERS-UP: Columbus Clippers,Columbus Blue Jackets

BEST WATER PARKZOOMBEZI BAY10101 Riverside Dr., Powell614-724-3600zoombezibay.com

A relatively new addition to theColumbus Zoo & Aquarium (itopened in 2008), Zoombezi Bay pro-vides the fun of a vacation destina-tion right here in Columbus.

Boasting 17 water slides, a lazyriver and a kid’s pool, among otherthings, there’s plenty for the wholefamily to enjoy. Put on those sun-glasses and explore the various rides,or simply soak up the sun poolside.

New for the 2012 season is theZoomPass. Functioning similarly tothe Fast Pass at Walt Disney World,pass holders can purchase a wrist-band ($19.99 on weekdays and$24.99 on weekends) and skip wait-ing in line for the slides.RUNNERS-UP: Great Wolf Lodge,CoCo Key Resort

FAMILY-FOCUSED BUSINESS

BEST MINIATURE GOLFMAGIC MOUNTAIN FUN CENTER8350 Lyra Dr., Polaris614-840-96005890 Scarborough Blvd., Pickerington614-840-9600magicmountainfuncenter.com

Showcase your skills and score a hole-in-one at aMagic Mountain miniature golf course.

With two 18-hole courses at each location, thereare plenty of opportunities to have fun and make yourway through the maze of holes. The Fun Centers alsokeep the miniature golf games affordable with the abil-ity to play 18 holes for less than $10 a person.

And take our helpful hint: Pick your favorite colorgolf ball to play with. It sure makes it easier to watchout for those tricky rocks! RUNNERS-UP: Glow Putt Mini Golf, Westerville GolfCenter

BEST MUSEUMBEST PLAYDATE DESTINATIONCOSI313 W. Broad St., Downtown614-228-2674cosi.org

Families with young children can log some serioushours at COSI. The children’s museum has great perma-nent exhibits like the ocean and space display that kidslook forward to visiting again and again. COSI also routine-ly brings in special exhibits designed to wow the wholefamily. There are also gadgets, pulleys and really loudexplosions to discover.

We know “little kidspace” is designed to be an interac-tive space where caregivers and their charges learn andexplore. But we also know that there is so much for littleones to do there that moms can have actual conversationswithout getting interrupted every five minutes. The muse-um is so playdate-friendly, parents are even allowed tobring in their own snacks. There are spots for nursing anddiaper changing and kid-sized potties.RUNNERS-UP FOR MUSEUM: Columbus Museum of Art,Ohio History CenterRUNNERS-UP FOR PLAYDATE DESTINATION: Firefly PlayCafé, Columbus Metropolitan Library–Main Branch

BEST MUSIC STUDIO/PROGRAMTHE CONSERVATORY OF PIANO209 N. Hamilton Rd., Columbus, 614-755-242460 Old W. Wilson Bridge Rd., Worthington, 614-436-6076conservatoryofpiano.com

Piano lessons are as much a part of American childhood as, well,apple pie and county fairs. The Conservatory of Piano has been aroundsince 1971. It isn’t just that patrons like the sampler classes (for kidsand adults): It’s the free shows they put on for local retirement homes,charity events, churches, synagogues and hospitals that make thismusic-education business a respected part of our community.RUNNERS-UP: Joyful Noise Studio, Columbus Children’s Choir

BEST MOVIE THEATERAMC EASTON TOWN CENTER 30275 Easton Town Center, Easton614-428-5716amctheatres.com/movie-theatres/amc-easton-town-center-30

Taking in a movie at Easton always kicks things up a notch. First there’sthe ride up the mega-escalator — a treat for most kids.

Then there’s snack bar with a seemingly endless amount of choices —including a bar for grown-ups.

The theater also offers a great variety of movies, comfy seats and anawesome sound system.RUNNERS-UP: AMC Lennox, Arena Grand


BEST BABY SHOWER GIFTSSPROUT SOUP3286 N. High St., Clintonville614-267-7768sproutsoup.com

Eco-friendly meets oh-so-adorable at thisgreen baby boutique. Specializing in baby carriers,cloth diapers, safe feeding supplies and naturaltoys, Sprout Soup offers babies a chance to playand grow the way they know best — au natural. RUNNERS-UP: Blankets and Booties, (tie) LottieDa and Fritzy Jacobs

STUFF

BEST TOYS AND GAMESLARSON’S TOYS & GAMES1617 W. Lane Ave., Upper Arlington614-486-7701larsonstoys.com

While the Shops at Lane Avenue have under-gone some transformations over the years, onething that has stayed consistent is the quality offun and education that Larson’s Toys & Gamesprovides. Larson’s is rooted in offering premiumtoys for all ages that have delighted the massesfor the past 30 years. Step into the family-ownedstore and find everything from outdoor games topuzzles to art kits. RUNNERS-UP: Lakeshore Learning Store, Learn-ing Express Toys

BEST EDUCATIONAL PRODUCTSLAKESHORE LEARNING STORE2148 Polaris Pkwy., Polaris614-846-1710lakeshorelearning.com

With thousands of curriculum-based prod-ucts for kids, Lakeshore Learning offers fun waysto help kids learn about reading, math, music,science, art and play. From literacy and sciencekits to dress up and storytelling, there are mil-lions of ways to spark a lifelong love of learning.RUNNERS-UP: Larson’s Toys and Games, UnitedArt & Education

BEST SPORTS EQUIPMENTPLAY IT AGAIN SPORTSmultiple locationsplayitagainsports.com

Outfitting a kid for a new sport each seasoncan get costly. That’s why thrifty parents head toPlay It Again Sports. The second-hand sportinggoods store, which does carry new items, carriesa large selection of equipment. Buying usedmakes sense especially for growing kids. It’s alsoa chance to recycle equipment that’s not wornout but too small for your children to use.RUNNERS-UP: FrontRunner, Columbus RunningCompany

BEST ART SUPPLIESBLICK ART MATERIALS6486 Sawmill Rd., Dublin 614-792-1900dickblick.com

If you’re in the mood to tackle an art project,start the journey at Blick Art Materials, which hasa brisk mail-order business and one retail store inCentral Ohio.

The store has an amazing selection of artmaterials — running the gamut from clay toscreen-printing supplies to macramé twine. Blicksells fun craft kits for kids and carries an awesomearray of Sharpie markers.

Allow time to browse. And don’t beat yourselfup if you buy way more than you planned on—everyone seems to.RUNNERS-UP: Lakeshore Learning Store, UnitedArt & Education

BEST BOOK STORETHE BOOK LOFT OF GERMAN VILLAGE631 S. Third St, German Village614-464-1774bookloft.com

A stroll through German Village isn’t complete without a meander through The BookLoft, the 32-room bookstore that stays open until 11 p.m. every day of the week.

The store is a true reader’s delight with rooms dedicated to books about travel, histo-ry and cooking. It’s easy to lose track of time as you flip through books about famouspeople, fabulous destinations and imaginary worlds. They also offer a discount program,where customers who wear the store’s t-shirt save 10 percent on their in-store purchase.

The German Village institution has a wonderful children’s section with unique puz-zles, games and art kits, as well as lots of kid-friendly titles. If you bring the kids, considersetting up a meeting place in case you become separated.RUNNERS-UP: Cover to Cover, Village Bookshop

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10 years ago, we made a promiseto you and your children. We kept it.

The promise: No child need everleave central Ohio for world-classmedical care.

Over the past ten years, a remarkableand historic transformation has takenplace in Columbus. Its most visiblecomponent is the new 12-story patienttower of Nationwide Children’sHospital pictured here.

It is unlike any other pediatric institutionanywhere. From the beginning weapproached it in a unique way. We didn’tfollow standard operating procedure, orrevert to the tried and true. From the start,we challenged every existing premise.

To build a facility this special, weneeded a special team.We assembledthe country’s leading architects anddesigners and asked them to leaveconventional thinking at the door.We asked them to help us create anenvironment that would “define thefuture of pediatric care.”

They, in turn, gathered input fromphysicians, nurses, patients and families.Input that informed all of our work.Collectively, we began to believe thatwe could create an environment wherepatients would not only be treated, butone where environment could actuallycontribute to the healing process.

We tested every idea.We built a fullscale mock-up of a hospital floor as partof the comprehensive design process.We built a Level One trauma room. Webuilt fully equipped and furnished patientrooms. We built nurses stations. Weanalyzed every aspect of the hospitalexperience. Again. And again. Our teamof world-class architects and designersclaim no institution has ever gone so far.

Our new main hospital is only the

beginning.We’ve added a third researchbuilding, increasing our dedicatedresearch space to 525,000 square feet.That is important when you consider the

This influx of talent has had a remarkableimpact on the growth of vital clinicalprograms. For seven consecutive years,Nationwide Children’s has been listed inthe U.S.News & World Report rankings ofthe country’s “Best Children’s Hospitals.”

We are also the first pediatric hospital inOhio to achieve “Magnet” nursing status.Awarded by the American NursesCredentialing Center, it is nursing’s mostprestigious honor.

As our reputation has grown, so have thenumber of families who turn to us forhelp. In 2012, we anticipate more than onemillion patient visits. And we’ll be readyfor each one. With unprecedented facili-ties. The best and brightest talent. And ahealing environment unsurpassed by any,anywhere in the world.

We made a promise to all of you.We kept it.

Please join us for a Community Celebration Day on June 10.Visit NationwideChildrens.org/GrandOpening

National Institutes of Health has tripledour research funding over the last tenyears. The Research Institute atNationwide Children’s is one of thefastest growing anywhere.

We’ve also worked hard to make theneighborhood beautiful, adding six acresof green space to the northern border ofLivingston Park. It not only welcomespatients and families to our campus, it’s awonderful amenity for the entire city.

We’ve recruited world�class talent. Andwe’ll continue to. When you see whatis happening here, it’s easy to understandwhy the country’s leading physicians andscientists want to be a part of it. Whatmay surprise you is the list of prestigiousinstitutions they left to join us, includingSt. Jude, Harvard, Children’s Hospital ofPhiladelphia, and Yale.

The Go-To Guide

NATIONWIDECHILDREN’S:


For 120 years, Nationwide Children’shas served the families of Central Ohio inits 37-county service area. Right now,nearly 1 million patient visits are loggedeach year. The main campus has the onlyLevel 1 Pediatric Trauma Center in thisservice area and was the first in the state.

With the addition this year of the 12-story new main hospital, a third facilitydevoted to research and a satelliteoutpatient surgery center, this multi-faceted healthcare organizationstrengthens its position as one of the topchildren’s hospitals in the world.

The entire system reaches across Ohio,with one main hospital, 10 Primary CareCenters, 16 ChildLabs, 14 Close to HomeCenters (many with Urgent Carecapabilities), 15 Heart Centers (includingone in Kentucky), five Neonatal Intensiveor Newborn Special Care Units, threeSports Medicine and/or OrthopedicCenters, one satellite Surgery Center, oneAutism Center and one Homecare andHospice Services office. The map on theback of this Go-To Guide explains thefunctions and locations of each.

With the opening of the new mainhospital, the existing hospital becomesknown as the Outpatient Care Center and will be converted to an outpatientcare facility.

hot topic: NATIONWIDE CHILDREN’S

NATIONWIDECHILDREN’S AT A GLANCE

PARKINGA ticket system will be used now (instead of the old token system). You

can “pay on foot” at kiosks in the hospital or “pay in lane” at stations asyou exit a parking area. Drivers using GPS devices will appreciate that manyof the visitors’ parking areas have their own address. Some on-street park-ing also can be found on the surrounding streets.• 633 CHILDREN’S DRIVE = the new hospital’s 430-parking-space, undergroundgarage; self-parking costs $2/first four hours, $1 each additional hour, $7 maxi-mum charge

• 555 S. 18TH ST. = the old hospital/new Outpatient Care Center’s 1,176-spacegarage; self-parking costs $2/four hours, $1 each additional hour, $5 max

• OFF PARSONS AVE. = the new emergency department’s 80-space ground lot;self-parking costs $2/first four hours, $1 each additional hour, $5 max

• 574 S. 18TH ST. = additional handicapped-accessible parking next to theHuman Resources Building

• ON MOOBERRY ST. = parking for those with high-top vans; call Patient Rela-tions at 614-355-4133 to obtain a keycard for this lot

• 700 CHILDREN’S DRIVE (main entrance and “crossroads” entrance) and 555 S.18TH ST. (Outpatient Care Center entrance) = destinations for valet parking;costs $5.

DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Nationwide Children’s main

campus is located at 700 Chil-

dren’s Drive at the intersection

of Parsons and Livingston

avenues, just south of the I-70/

I-71 split in south Columbus.

Beginning June 10, you can

download the “myChildren’s”

free app from Apple’s App

Store or Android’s Google Play

Store. The app provides driving

directions to any location with-

in the Nationwide Children’s

system. (You can also read any

physician’s bio, learn more

about the procedure you’re

coming in for and much more!)


WAYFINDING

SECURITYHotels were the model for many design features in the expanded main campus. The most

obvious similarity comes at the moment of arrival: At the main entrance desk, visitors willreceive a key card coded uniquely for them. By using a swipe-activated reader, the key cardallows families to enter AND exit only those areas of the hospital that they need to be in.

The need to swipe a key card in order to leave an area is where the system differs from

hotels. The two main reasons for the exit swipes, explained hospital officials, are teens whoare most prone to leaving the hospital on their own and parents in a custody battle whomight try to leave with a child.

Parents also can set up a “guest code” that visitors will need to know, along with apatient’s name, in order to be issued a visitor key card.

THE GREEN PATH leadsthrough some of the best “pur-poseful distractions” in the hos-pital: the Magic Forest play area,the Magic Bean Café, the sibling-support Clubhouse, the Colum-bus Blue Jackets FoundationFamily Resource Center and thehospital’s chapel.

“Wayfinding” is Nationwide Children’s term for the system it has developed to(surprise, surprise) help visitors find their way through the combined hospitals.

The system is based on the color-coded lines that many subway systems use.The lines — or “paths” — are embedded in the floors, and the terrazzo materialused in the new main hospital to create the paths is designed to catch youreye, not just with vibrant colors but also with crushed-up mirrors and crystal-clear glass chips (lean down and take a closer look if you don’t believe us!).

This map shows the four lines:

Digital signage also is part of the new wayfinding system. Thesepairs of rectangular signs are located throughout the hospital. Theone on the left will feature an interactive, touch-screen directory,and the one on the right will have a list of the day’s events.

THE BLUE PATH (sometimescalled “The River” by staffmembers) stretches thelength of the entire first levelfrom the new emergencydepartment to the 18th

Street parking garage.

THE ORANGE PATHis the original line thatruns through theexisting hospital.

THE YELLOW PATHruns mostly throughresearch facilities.

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Hospital staffexplained toColumbus Parent thatone of the toughestthings about being ina hospital is thefeeling that you haveno control overwhat’s going on. So,with that challenge inmind, the newpatient rooms, eachabout 300 squarefeet in size, weredesigned with manyfeatures that increasenot only patients’and families’ privacyand comfort, but alsotheir sense that theydo retain control overtheir environment.This helps lowerstress and anxiety,creating a moreoptimal healingenvironment.

• THE HEADWALL: Above each patient bed is a square-ish acrylic panelthat is backlit with changeable LED lights. The families can choose theirfavorite color or set them on a rotating scroll. Bonus: this customizableform of room art is more hygienic and easier to clean than framed paint-ings. Double bonus: the headwall glow can be seen for miles away, mak-ing the hospital a distinctive new landmark on the Columbus horizon!

• THE TRUNDLE BED AND RECLINER CHAIR:Parents are always welcome to sleep overwith their children, even in the critical-carerooms. Thanks to parents’ input, members ofthe Nationwide Children’s staff designedtheir own trundle bed (that sleeps up to twoadults and doubles as a couch) and a con-vertible recliner chair (for a third).

• THE RECYCLING SYSTEM: Nationwide Chil-dren’s think they might be the first hospital,let alone first children’s hospital, to featurethis two-container, built-in system. Bonus:By making it easy for users to separate theirrecyclables from their trash, it gets doneand saves the hospital significant money onwaste management.

need to know: THE GO-TO GUIDE

• AIR-PRESSURE CONTROL: On some floors, therooms’ air pressure flow can be customized, basedon the patient’s situation. For a patient with a frag-ile immune system, the air-pressure flow is posi-tive, keeping outside air from flowing into theroom. For a patient with a highly infectious dis-ease, the pressure is negative, keeping air insidethe room from flowing out.

• ADJUSTABLETHERMOSTAT:Customizable foreach room

• A CLOSET: ’Nuff said.

• NURSES’ CART: These mobilecarts pack a PC (that uses finger-print recognition for log-in), a“med-bar” scanner that matches apatient’s ID to their medicationorder (reducing the risk of error),and assorted medical supplies.

• HOTEL-LOCK DRAWER:Parents can safely storepurses, wallets andother valuables in here.

• THE OVERHEAD LIGHTS:These have four settings:room (for normal, full-roomlighting), reading (a morefocused beam), exam(brighter) and night (soft).

• THE WINDOW: Overlooksgardens on the south sideof the hospital; offers a viewof the city on the north side.

• THE EDUTAINMENT SYSTEM: Not only are there hun-dreds of entertainment viewing options on the hospital’sin-house broadcast network, but the staff is able to keeptrack of whether patients and their families turn on anyinstructional videos they have been “prescribed” towatch as part of treatment.

• THE BATHTUB: This is another custom-designed element, created by NationwideChildren’s staff members. It combines a num-ber of features that had neverbeen integrated into onebathtub: lowered side, fold-down chair, flooring thatscrolls up along the side of thetub. Using parent and staffinput, the design addressesmany different bathing chal-lenges that families face.

• THE BATRIATRIC LIFT TRACK: Manyrooms have a serpentine track in theceiling, to help move an immobilizedpatient from the bed to the bathtuband to the toilet.

• THE MAGNETIC WALL: Genius — awall that artwork, pictures and cardscan be displayed on, using magnets.



NC-SPEAKNationwide Children’s is, in many ways, its own country with its own language.

In addition to terms like “wayfinding” and “The Clubhouse,” here are more terms that families may learn:

THE BIG PICTURE• FAMILY-CENTERED CARE: one of the

key concepts in the new hospital’sdesign. It embraces the idea that mak-ing the whole family comfortable cre-ates an optimal healing environment.

• PURPOSEFUL DISTRACTION: anotherkey concept related to the hospital’svibrant, nature-oriented aestheticdesign. Simply put, it translates to “helpme forget why I’m here” and also pro-motes optimal healing.

• ONSTAGE (ALSO CALLED “FRONT OFHOUSE”): the parts of each level usedby families and patients

• OFFSTAGE (OR “BACK OF HOUSE”):the parts used primarily by staff person-nel. These include the hospital’s cool-ing and heating systems, waste-man-agement systems, as well as the centralcontrols for a pneumatic-tube systemthat delivers medicine throughout thehospital. There are about 10,900 feet(more than 2 miles) of pneumatic tubesrunning through the walls.

• THE BACK FILL: the phase of the cam-pus expansion that will, over the nextseveral years, convert the old hospitalto an outpatient-treatment facility. Thenew hospital’s patient rooms need upto 15-feet ceilings to accommodate allthe equipment now used (includingcooling vents for telecommunicationdevices). The old patient rooms areonly 11 feet tall: good for outpatientuse, but not ideal for inpatient.

• HEALTHY NEIGHBORHOODS,HEALTHY FAMILIES: the neighbor-hood-revitalization project alreadybegun in the surrounding, 10,000-resi-dent community. More than 70 homesalready have been renovated withmore economic-development, literacyand domestic-safety programs tocome.

THE LITTLE DETAILS• ANIMAL FRIENDS: the 6-foot-tall animal characters carved out of bass

wood by artists from Mansfield’s Carousel Works, one of the leadingcarousel makers in the world.

• THE AVIARY AND THE RABBIT HOLE: you might hear staff membersoccasionally refer to the Atrium as “The Aviary” and the stairway behindthe main entrance desk that leads down to the cafeteria as “The RabbitHole.” These are carryover terms from the early design phase.

• CHILD LIFE: the playrooms that sit between the two wings of eachlevel’s patient rooms.

• LEVELS: don’t call them “floors.” The basement is the Lower Level andeverything else goes from Level 1 up to Level 12.

• NICHES: the playful animal scenes with fun fact statements set into thewalls on the patient floors; they are actually part of a strategy toengage kids’ attention and motivate them to walk along through thecorridors.

• VOCERAS: wireless communication devices worn like necklaces bymedical personnel; they enable staff to spend less time at their desksand more time with patients. For fun, ask them if they can “call” DarthVader, Dora the Explorer or SpongeBob.

• THE WISH TREE: located in the sibling-support Clubhouse, the WishTree is an interactive art project, based on the Chinese tradition ofadorning a village tree with paper on which good wishes for the newyear have been written.

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EAT IN!• CAFETERIA: located on the Lower

Level, includes a wood-fired pizza oven,outdoor seating, a south-facing glasswall, ample comfy seating and veryhealthy, tasty food. Your parent ID cardwill get you one free 12-ounce bever-age each day.

• THE FOOD COURT: located in the lowerlevel of the education building:includes Subway and Mark Pi’s Koko’s

• ON-DEMAND FOOD SERVICE: patientscan order food from a menu to bedelivered to their rooms at any time

• MAGIC BEAN CAFÉ: located next to theAtrium. Lattes and gelato. Need we saymore?

• CLEMENTINE CAFÉ: a coffee shoplocated on the orange path near theOutpatient Care Center

• BRING YOUR OWN: families (in consul-tation with the staff) can bring infavorite foods prepared at home orpurchased outside the hospital

CHILL OUT!• THE MAGIC FOREST: Located in a Level 1 corri-

dor between the new and old hospitals, theMagic Forest features a canopy of whimsicallyhuge fiberglass-and-foam trees; “seek and find”art on the walls (the grown-up in need of abreak says, “Go find the parachuting turtle” tothe child who needs to burn off some excessenergy); a tree with a cut-out arch, big enoughto accommodate a wheelchair; and a small-child-sized, two-hole burrow to climb throughon the wall.

• THE FRONT LAWN: This outside park is a 6-acreseries of gardens, each designed to offer a spe-cial experience. The space has a fragrance maze,an S-shaped “storyteller’s garden,” slate walls todraw on with chalk, a toddler’s play area and amemorial garden. The hospital has also takenover maintenance of the city’s Livingston Park.

• THE GALAXY LOUNGE: One of the limitations ofthe existing hospital was that special entertain-ment often occurred in the main lobby, and thatprevented children with delicate immune sys-tems from coming down to see the shows. Withthe creation of the “Galaxy Lounge” on Level 6,more children will be able to attend specialevents. For those still confined to their beds, theLounge’s shows can be broadcast to theirrooms’ TVs.

• ACTIVITY ROOMS: In addition to the Child Lifeplay areas, three different activity rooms havebeen created for specific age groups — one forToddlers (on Level 10), one for School-Age chil-dren (6) and one for Teens (11).

• FAMILY SPACE: Each patient-room floor has asocial room available to families and their visi-tors.

• THE CLUBHOUSE: A carryover concept from theexisting hospital, the Clubhouse is wherepatient siblings, ages 3-11, can hang out andreceive supportive care.

• THE COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS FOUNDATIONFAMILY RESOURCE CENTER: provides a varietyof family-support services including a loungeand eating area, showers, lockers, fitness equip-ment and a library with computers and printers.

• THE AQUARIUM: In the center of the EmergencyDepartment sits a donut-shaped, 1,400-gallon,freshwater aquarium where brightly colorfulAfrican peacock cichlids swim. It’s built aroundone of the hospital’s support columns.

HELP OUT!GIFT CARDS: A great way to

help a family spending lots of time atNationwide Children’s. These cards can be

loaded with money and used in thecafeteria, food court, coffee shops, gift

shop and outpatient pharmacy. To contribute, call Cathy Ray at 614-722-4973

or Kristen Haines at 614-722-3083during weekday hours and they’ll be able to process a contribution

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I didn’t appreciate how cheap and easytravel was when I was single. Now, with ahubby and two kids in tow, I’m sufferingfrom constant family-travel sticker-shock.I’ve had to figure out ways to save on fam-ily vacations because, although it’s tempt-ing to save money and stay home, I doubtI’ll look back on my life and wish the familyhad spent more time at work or daycare.

Alas, this summer is supposed to be par-ticularly brutal on traveling families, price-wise. The U.S. Energy Information Admin-istration says gas will hover around $3.95 agallon all summer. Domestic airfare pricesare set to increase again, on top of a 9 per-cent hike last year, according to the U.S.Department of Transportation.

The budget traveler’s motto? Savewhere you can.


HOW YOU DO IT1. Cut out a 5-inch-by-5-inch square.

2. Use colored pencils to decorate thesquare on both sides or on one side if youare using patterned paper.

3. Use a ruler to draw a dot in the exact cen-ter of your square.

4. Lay your ruler flat from the left top handcorner of the square to your center dot.Use a red colored pencil to make a markone inch from the center dot.

5. Use scissors to cut a straight line from the top left hand corner to thered mark.

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the other corners.

7. The cuts have created four flaps. Take the left side of each flap andfold toward the center, so that the tip overlaps the center dot. Do notcrease down. Hold the first piece in place and repeat for each flap.

8. Put a push pin through the center dot, making sure to catch each ofthe four tips. Put the push pin in the eraser part of a pencil.

9. Blow on your pinwheel or take it out on a windy day to watch it spin!

family fun: HANDS ON


Classic PinwheelBY OLIVERA BRATICH

Harness the summer breeze with a classicpinwheel craft! Gather the family to createthese simple, playful paper pinwheels andtake your new toys out for a stroll in the park.Pinwheels also make great party favors ordecorations for your next summer gathering.

WHO THOUGHT

THIS UP

OLIVERA BRATICH owns Wholly Craft, 3169 N. High St. The Clintonville shop

features handmade goods from more than100 crafters and artists, including clothing,

jewelry, accessories, paper goods, homedécor and more! Hours of operation: 1-8

p.m., weekdays except Tuesdays whenthey’re closed, 12 noon-7 p.m. Saturdays, 12noon-5 p.m. Sundays. For more information,go to whollycraft.com or call 614-447-3445.

WHAT YOU NEED• Plain or patterned paper• Ruler • Colored pencils• Scissors• Push pins• Pencils with intact erasers


SCHOLARSHIPDEADLINE: JUNE 15APPLY NOW!SATURDAYMORNING ART CLASSES

TALENT- AND NEED-BASED AWARDSStudents grades 1–12 may compete for talentscholarships valued at $100 prior to each term.There is no entry fee for the scholarship competition.

Additionally, students may apply for need-basedscholarships valued at $175.

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FALL

2012

Teddy Bears’ PicnicFriday, June 22'Grrrrrreat' music! Bring your

favorite Teddy Bear.

Symph-o-ny-Doo-DahFriday, July 6Tunes from your favorite

Disney movies—what a way to

celebrate!

Pajama-RamaFriday, July 20Come in your PJs—dancing

is encouraged!

Free popcorn and lotsof fun activities!

All concerts

are held at

the Columbus

Bicentennial

Pavilion (160

S. High St.) in

the Columbus

Commons. Gates

open at 6 pm.

Pre-concert

activities will be

available from

6:00 to 7:45 pm.

Concerts begin

at 8 pm and run

for approximately

one hour.

Sing, dance, andmonkey aroundwith the ColumbusSymphony!

Albert-George Schram, conductor

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Tickets are available in person at the

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Two 6-foot tables and benches forthe guests to sit on, one speciallydecorated “fire chief” chair, deluxefire helmet and badge for the birth-

day person of honor; one 8-foot table for food, cake andbeverages; one card table for gifts; guest party bagswith plastic fire helmets, toy fire truck, coloring bookand fire-safety handouts; trash bags and trash removal;an age-appropriate tour of the facility and a fire-safetylesson, play time on the available equipment whichincludes a brass pole; a fire truck cab with lights andsiren; fire helmets, coats and boots to wear; and a driv-ing video and steering wheel that simulates riding in theback of a long aerial-ladder truck.

All food and beverages (most peo-ple order in pizza), table coverings,place settings, table decorations orballoons (but, honestly, the sur-

roundings are so cool to look at, you really don’t need toget fancy with the table decorations).

Parties can be scheduled Tuesdays through Saturdays during one oftwo time slots. For the morning time slot, you and the staff set upfrom 10-10:30 a.m., then party time is from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. For

the afternoon time slot, set up is from 1-1:30 p.m., then party time is from 1:30-3:30 p.m.

$100 plus $5 per child (no charge for birthday child). Museummembers pay $75 plus $5 per child (an annual household member-ship costs $52). Up to 20 children can be accommodated. A $50

non-refundable deposit is required at the time of reservation with balance due on theday of the party. Payment can be made with cash, check or credit card.

You’ve probably noticed this distinctive, century-old fire house indowntown Columbus, but have you ever been in? You really shouldand, if you’ve got a kid whose idea of fun is watching any of those

“real firefighters and the trucks they love” videos, then this is a party venue that will ringhis (or her) bell. No, really. The former “No. 18 Engine House” (that’s the building namebuilt into the brick façade) has a bell tower with a rope-rung fire bell. They ring it and“fire off” lights and sirens when the birthday guest of honor blows out the candles.

If we’ve learned one thing here at Columbus Parent since welaunched our Parties feature nearly two years ago, it’s that parentsare always on the hunt for party ideas. It’s probably the No. 1 ques-tion we get when we meet our readers: “What’s a cool place for akid’s birthday party thatwon’t break the bank?”

So, in addition to “cov-ering” real parties whenthey happen, we’re alsogoing to use this featureto share the due dili-gence we’ve done on var-ious party venues in theCentral Ohio area.

This month, it’s avenue guaranteed to ringthe bell of the junior fire-fighter in your family.

family fun: PARTIES

Central Ohio Fire Museum & LEARNING CENTER

Free parking for up to 15cars is available in the brickalley along the south side

of the firehouse. If, for any reason, it’s full (and itusually isn’t), there is a self-pay parking lot nextdoor (for $3.50). The firehouse is handicappedaccessible.

THE CENTRAL OHIO FIRE MUSEUM & LEARNING CENTERWHERE:

WHEN:

WHAT THE VENUE PROVIDES:

OTHER DETAILS:

CONTACT:

WHAT YOU

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COST:

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Sarah Wick knows thatkids can get tired and crankywhen they go a few hourswithout eating or drinking —and that’s not even countingwhen they’re in the middleof a long golf game.

Young people who arelearning to play golf orspending time on the coursewith friends or family needto be well nourished andhydrated, said Wick, a sportsdietician at The Ohio StateUniversity and the mother oftwo high school golfers, Josh,who is 17 and Justin, 15.

“It’s vitally important. Alot of these kids don’t thinkabout staying hydrated,”said Wick, who works withthe OSU golf team. “It allowsthem to stay focused physi-cally and mentally.”

Feeding kids — especiallyyounger children — on thegolf course can help makethe sport more enjoyable,she added.

“One of the hardestthings about golf in generalis that it takes time andfocus,” said Wick, an UpperArlington resident.

Hungry or dehydratedkids are going to lose inter-est in the game, she said.

“It’s not going to be anyfun for them,” she said.

Wick recommends golferscarry snacks and water intheir bags.

One of her favorite foodsto send with golfers is trailmix.

“It’s an easy thing tograb,” she said.

It’s also easy to prepare,said Kristi Kanzig, assistant

marketing director for EarthFare, the health-focused gro-cery store that recentlyopened at Gemini PlaceTowne Center in Columbus.The store does not sell prod-ucts containing high fruc-tose corn syrup, hydrogenat-ed or partially hydrogenatedoils or foods made with arti-ficial preservatives, sweeten-ers, flavors or fragrances.

Kanzig and Wick recom-mend using a mix of sweet,salty and crunchy foods inthe mix.

Let the youngsterschoose the ingredients, sug-gested Kanzig.

“I love getting kidsinvolved in helping maketheir own snacks,” Kanzigsaid.

family fun: COOKING WITH KIDS

Golf Snacks:Trail Mix

BY MELISSA KOSSLER DUTTON

INGREDIENTS• 1 box healthy cereal that’s easily eaten dry

• 1 bag pretzels

• 1 bag dried fruit

• 1 bag seeds or nuts

• Optional ingredients include mini marshmallows,chocolate-covered candies or popcorn

INSTRUCTIONS1. KID: Open all the bags.

2. GROWN-UP AND KID: Carefully pour all the ingredi-ents into a large, sealable container.

3. GROWN-UP: Seal the container tightly.

4. KID: Gently shake the container so the ingredientsmix together.

5. KID: Fill small baggies with the trail mix so it’s readyto grab.


Sarah Wick prepares a batch of trail mix


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THE MOM SAYSDon’t let the full bar, dark

interior and proximity to OhioWesleyan University’s campusthrow you off the scent of the OpaGrill & Tavern. No child is going to get leddown the path of debauchery here, even asthe décor has a speakeasy vibe to it. Thisplace has really well done, imaginatively pre-pared Greek food, and it totally passes my“could I make this better myself at home”test (that’s the yardstick by which I stingilydole out my dining-out dollars).

But you know how you can tell whenfood’s been prepared from scratch — evendown to the most humble sauce or dip?That’s this place. There’s just a smooth puri-ty to every dish I’ve had at the Opa, from theskordalia creamy potato garlic dip with toast-ed pita wedges to the spanakopita phyllo-dough triangles (filled with a much better bal-ance of spinach to feta cheese than usuallyfound — I think most places overdo the feta).I’ve also enjoyed the keftedes pita sandwich(loaded with “Greek meatballs,” veggies andtzatziki sauce) and the spicy chicken kopanistisandwich (similar but with zingy chicken anda garlic sauce). Now my husband quibbledthat “real” gyros don’t have banana peppersin them, but arguably “real” calamari doesn’tcome with a “Cajun dipping sauce” either, butthat didn’t stop him from chowing down onthem. And the spanakopita also was servedwith a chunky, homemade marinara sauce —again, not the standard accompaniment, butit works.

We’ve also sampled the desserts, whichappear to be made on site. The baklava andthe galaktobouriko (a lemon custard infusedwith vanilla and honey) highlight what I likeabout a lot of the food here: Somebody inthat kitchen has a nice, light touch with ingre-dients like lemon and honey, which so easilyoverwhelm a lot of the Greek food I’ve hadelsewhere. And that light touch has gottenmy son to devour the food here because theseasonings, sauces, syrups and marinadesdon’t overwhelm the taste buds.

Service is fine and the bathroom is largebut probably not ideal for diaper changing.But go for the food: It’s well worth the trip.

—JANE HAWES

family fun: EATING OUT WITH KIDS

Opa Grill & Tavern


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HOURS: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays, 12 noon-9 p.m. SundaysCOSTS: kids’ menu includes dishes with gyro meat ($4.99-$5.95),soups ($2.99-$3.99), gyros ($5.25-$6.99), spreads and dips ($3.50-$7.99), dinner entrees ($13.99-$19.95), desserts ($2-$4.99), burgers,salads and other sandwiches also available; check their website forreally excellent coupon deals


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HOW’D THEY LIKE IT?FOOD: BATHROOM: FAVORITE BITE:SERVICE:

MOM: spicy chickenkopanistiKID: baby lamb chops

THE KID SAYSI’ve never really had that

much Greek food, so I didn’tknow what to expect. When Iwalked in, I thought it looked morelike a modern restaurant than a Greekrestaurant because I thought a Greekrestaurant would try to look a littleolder, since it is after all about Greece.

I had a chocolate milkshake and Ididn’t really like it. It was too choco-latey. I know it’s unusual for a kid tothink something is too chocolatey, butthere was a huge lump of chocolatesyrup sitting on the bottom when I was fin-ished.

I’ve had calamari before and my mothertricked me into it, the first time. But I admitI did like it. Their calamari was almost exact-ly the same as the ones I’ve had before,which is why I liked it. I didn’t try their dip-ping sauce because I’m not a fan of saucesin general.

For dinner, I ordered the baby lambchops. I liked the sauce they had on them,even though I just said I don’t like sauces.But this tasted sort of like gravy a little bit

and I could taste a tiny bit of lemon so itwas not too sweet. It’s definitely somethingfor when you want to eat meat but you don’twant to eat a lot because they give you sixlamb chops, but it’s like ribs and they onlycover about a third of the rib with meat(MOTHER EDITOR’S NOTE: the chops wereserved butterfly-style).

The service, they were definitely nice butthey weren’t overachievers. The bathroomwas kind of in the middle — a little bit dirty,but OK. I would go back.

—COLIN HAWES


So I decided, when myson had a day off fromschool this spring, to justgoing drive down and see ifshowing up and doing a self-guided tour was worth thelong drive. The shortanswer: yes, it was. We easi-ly filled two hours, which isfrankly more than I wasexpecting to last.

By way of background,the Living Historical Farm isonly one part of the entireSlate Run Metro Park, whichis mostly occupied by gor-geous forests, grasslandsand a wetlands refuge (alsoworth visiting if you thinkthe child units’ attentionspans will last that long).The farm sits along thesouth-center boundary ofthe 1,705-acre park, and at

its center are a farmhouse,barn and assorted outbuild-ings. The mostly-volunteerstaff keeps it operating likea legit 1880’s farm.

You park in an outer lotand walk in about a quarter-mile (be sure to grab abrochure on your way inbecause it does provideexcellent info about each ele-ment of the farm, from pas-tures to sheds, from thewindmill to the root cellar).A pergola opposite the farm-house immediately grabbedour attention because it hadan assortment of old-fash-ioned toys laid out that any-one was welcome to playwith — stilts (impossible forme to master), hoops, bowl-ing pins and ring toss, toname a few. Because we’ve

visited a few living-historysites in our time, we didn’tneed instructions on how toplay with some of the moreunusual toys. If you do needsome helpful hints, youmight want to find a volun-teer to explain them to you(although, honestly, half thefun is figuring them out

yourselves). A school group had dibs

on the farmhouse, so othervisitors couldn’t enter untilthey left about an hour later.Not a problem: We just wan-dered aimlessly, checkingout the kitchen garden, the“privy” (a functioning two-hole outhouse, we discov-

ered, because of the exuber-ant preschooler in there pro-viding his dad — and every-one in earshot — with aplay-by-play on his use ofthe facilities), then we wenton to the barns and animalsheds.

Helping to de-kernel thedried corn cobs was another

unexpected pleasure: Chil-dren (and adults) are wel-come to help with this taskand do so enthusiastically.There is also plenty of live-stock on site. If you have anysensitive souls in yourmidst, be forewarned thereis a chopping block fordoomed poultry behind thefarmhouse (with enoughloose feathers and driedblood nearby to make itclear what it’s used for).

All in all, we spent aleisurely paced and enjoy-able morning at the farm. Istill can’t interest my son inreading “Farmer Boy” fromthe “Little House on thePrairie” series, but at leasthe got a very realistic feelfor what life then was like.

family fun: DAY TRIPPING

Slate Run LivingHistorical Farm

BY JANE HAWES

SLATE RUN LIVING HISTORICAL PARK1375 State Route 674 North, Canal Winchester 43110; 614-833-1880; metroparks.net/ParksSlateRunFarm.aspxHOURS: June 1 through August 31: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Thursdays, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Fridays andSaturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sundays, closed Mondays; the Farm will be open on Independence Day.Check their website for information about hours during the rest of the year.Cost: FreeTIPS: There is no food service or public eating areas on the farm, but there are plenty of picnicfacilities in the surrounding Slate Run Metro Park area. Likewise with public restrooms (unless youwant to avail yourself of the farm’s privy, which you are welcome to use) — there are several publicrestrooms on the grounds of Slate Run Metro Park. Just pick up a separate brochure for the park tosee a detailed map showing restrooms and picnic areas.

For us, living all the wayup in Delaware, SlateRun Living HistoricalFarm had taken on a sortof “urban myth” qualitythrough the years. Weheard it existed, readabout it often in thenewspapers and in ourMetro Parks literature,but we had neveractually gotten downthere to see it. And any time we tried to plan ahead and registerfor one of their specialprograms, we werealways too late to get a spot. TIM JOHNSON PHOTOS


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“SUPER DINOSAUR” byRobert Kirkman and JasonHowardDerek Dynamo is not youraverage 10-year-old. His fatheris a brilliant scientist and hisbest friend is a 9-foot-talkingdinosaur who loves to playvideo games. And the fate ofthe world rests on their shoul-ders! The evil Max Maximus issearching for Inner Earth. Hewants the dinosaurs that livethere and the powerful miner-al known as DynOre. Derekand Super Dinosaur mustteam up to defeat him in thisexciting new graphic novel.FOR AGES 9 TO 12.

“FAKE MUSTACHE” by Tom AnglebergerTwelve-year-old Lenny’s world isturned upside down when his bestfriend, Casper, purchases a novel-ty-store mustache. But the Heidel-berg Handlebar Number Seven isno ordinary mustache! It trans-forms Casper into Fake Mustacho,a very short and well-dressed conman. With the entire country underthe hypnotic spell of his dazzlingmustache, Fako embarks on acrime spree that leads him all theway to the White House. It is up toLenny and the amazing Jodie O’Rodeo to put an end to his evilscheme. FOR AGES 10 TO 13.

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FRIDAY 1FREE! Multicultural Families Potluck& Discussion Group, This is a group forparents and children with diverse cultur-al backgrounds. We will meet at leastonce a month for potlucks, cultural festi-vals and playdates. The goals of thegroup are support, friendship and fun.6:30-8:30 p.m. First Unitarian Universal-ist, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd., Clintonville.614-853-0039.

FREE! Summer Reading League Kick-off Party, Make sure you’re in Wor-thington Libraries’ Summer ReadingLeague starting lineup by signing up atthis fun event, where there will be facepainting, costumed characters and otherpreseason fun! 6-7:30 p.m. WorthingtonPark Library, 1389 Worthington CentreDr., Worthington. 614-807-2626. wor-thingtonlibraries.org/calendar

SATURDAY 2FREE! 2012 Fight for Air Walk, This(slightly less than) 5K family fun walk willraise lung disease awareness and fundsto support local educational programs,research, and advocacy. There will bechildren activities in the Kid Zone, livemusic and food. There is no registrationfee, but as it is a ‘fundraising event’ any-one who raises at least $50 will receive aprize and anyone that raises $100 ormore will also receive an official walk t-shirt. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Easton Town Center,160 Easton Town Center, Easton. 614-324-3001. WalkColumbus.org

Baby Bargain Boutique, Buy or sellgood usable maternity clothes, chil-dren’s clothes, toys and furniture forchildren ages 6 and under. Admission isa non-perishable food item which willbe donated to a local food bank. 9 a.m.-

12 noon. Westerville Parks & Recreation,350 N Cleveland Ave, Westerville. 614-901-6500. westerville.org/parks

FREE! Family Day at YMCA CampWillson, Bring the family, meet our staffand enjoy camp before summer begins.Canoe, practice target sports, climb thewall, take a hike and enjoy the day! Lim-ited horseback rides are $12 per person.Directors can answer questions, givetours every half hour, and help youchoose the program that is right for yourchild. 1:30-5:30 p.m. YMCA Camp Will-son, 2732 CR 11, Bellefontaine. 937-593-9001. ymcacampwillson.org

Greenswell Kids & Family TriathlonWeekend, Moms and dads - sons anddaughters - husbands and wives - andsignificant others - here’s your chance tohave some fun with one another at theGreenswell Kids & Family Triathlon.Alum Creek State Park, 3615 S. Old StateRd., Delaware. 614-425-1156.

FREE! Pupapalooza 2012, Pupa-palooza is a fun-filled celebration for thefamily at the Alum Creek Dog Park justnorth of Polaris Mall! Enjoy music, foodand a silent auction. Also visit with 60+rescue groups, pet-focused businesses,non-profits and local company booths.Proceeds to benefit the Friends of AlumCreek Dog Park, the all volunteer 501c3charity that built, maintains and finan-cially supports the Alum Creek Dog Park.12 noon-5 p.m. Alum Creek Dog Park,3993 Hollenback Rd., Polaris. 614-329-8645. alumcreekdogpark.com

FREE! Summer Movie Series, Featuredmovie is The Muppets. 7 p.m., ColumbusCommons, 160 S. High St., Downtown.columbuscommons.org.

FREE! Touch a Truck, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. EMSStation 8, 6457 Marysville Rd., Ostrander.740-666-1036.

SUNDAY 3FREE! The Conservatory of Piano’s41st Annual Recital Series, Each yearThe Conservatory celebrates the stu-dent’s progress and accomplishmentswith a series of recitals in the month ofJune, held at the historic King Arts Com-plex. Almost 600 students performthroughout the season on a 9-foot con-cert grand piano for hundreds of theirfamily and guests. Each recital is a verygala event and a showcase for all thestudent’s hard work throughout theyear. 1-2:30 p.m., 4-5:30 p.m. King ArtsComplex, 867 Mt. Vernon Ave., East Side.614-436-6076. conservatoryofpiano.com

Family Fun with Endless Recess, End-less Recess musical group plays at 2 p.m.Children create reduce, reuse and recy-cle crafts. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $6-$11. FranklinPark Conservatory and Botanical Gar-dens, 1777 E. Broad St., East Side. 614-645-8733.

Greenswell Kids & Family TriathlonWeekend, Moms and dads, sons anddaughters, husbands and wives, and sig-nificant others, here’s your chance tohave some fun with one another at theGreenswell Kids & Family Triathlon.Alum Creek State Park, 3615 S. Old StateRd., Delaware. 614-425-1156.

Make a Father’s Day Gift for Dad!,Give Dad a personalized gift this year forFather’s Day - a self-portrait on a mugmade by you! Each participant will builda mug and put their own image on it forDad to enjoy. He can use it for drinkingor decoration. The work will be fired andglazed in time for Father’s Day. 1:30-3:30p.m. $35 adults, $25 kids under 18. Clay-space, 831 S. Front St., Brewery District.614-449-8144. clayspace831.com

MONDAY 4Adult and Pediatric FirstAid/CPR/AED, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $110.American Red Cross of Greater Colum-bus, 995 E. Broad St., East Side. 614-253-2740 ext. 2477.

TUESDAY 5Columbus Clippers vs. BuffaloBisons, 7 p.m. $6-$20. Huntington Park,330 Huntington Park Lane, Arena Dis-trict. 614-462-5250. milb.com

FREE! Preschoolers: Swamp Things,Learn about the small creatures thatmake their homes in wetlands. 10 a.m.

Pickerington Ponds Metro Park, 7680Wright Rd., Pickerington. 614-895-6365.

WEDNESDAY 6Columbus Clippers vs. BuffaloBisons, 7 p.m. $6-$20. Huntington Park,330 Huntington Park Lane, Arena Dis-trict. 614-462-5250. milb.com

Lace Knitting, In this intermediate knit-ting class, students will learn how tomake a lightweight summer shawl. Pre-vious knitting experience is required.Ages 14 and up are welcome to join.6:30-8 p.m. $10 Residents, $12 Non-Res-idents plus supplies. Groveport Town

Hall, 648 Main St., Groveport. 614-836-3333. groveport.org

THURSDAY 7Columbus Clippers vs. BuffaloBisons, 7 p.m. $6-$20. Huntington Park,330 Huntington Park Lane, Arena Dis-trict. 614-462-5250. milb.com

FREE! Family Support Group, For care-givers of children with special needs.ECRN+ Family Support Group is amonthly gathering held in an environ-ment for families of special needs chil-dren to facilitate connections, shareinformation and ideas. 6-8 p.m. ECRN

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The festival hours are 5 to 11 p.m. on Friday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday and 12 noon to 6 p.m. onSunday. Admission is just $4, and kids under 12 are free. Learn more about the featured entertainment atcreeksidebluesandjazz.com.


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FREE! Finding Your Way, Learn mapand compass-reading basics, then testyour skills with a treasure hunt. Qualifiesfor a portion of scout badges. 6:30 p.m.Three Creek Metro Park, 3860 Bixby Rd,Groveport. 614-895-6365.

Pediatric CPR/AED, Learn CRP/AEDwith the Red Cross and save a child’s life.6-9 p.m. $70. American Red Cross ofGreater Columbus, 995 E. Broad St., EastSide. 614-253-2740 ext. 2477.

FREE! Preschoolers: Furry Fun, Learnabout furry animals through a story,activities and a craft. 1 p.m. Slate RunMetro Park, 1375 State Route 674 N.,Canal Winchester. 614-895-6365.

FRIDAY 8Columbus Clippers vs. BuffaloBisons, 7 p.m. $6-$20. Huntington Park,330 Huntington Park Lane, Arena Dis-trict. 614-462-5250. milb.com

FREE! Fitness at the Farm, Get thewhole family moving and try some farm-based fitness activities that will bringsmiles and burn some calories. Part ofthe letsmove.gov fun and fitness initia-tive. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Slate Run Living His-torical Farm, 1375 State Route 674 N.,Canal Winchester. 614-895-6365.

FREE! Summer Concert Series: BackPorch Swing Band, Bring your foodand family, and experience the fun of anoutdoor concert! The Back Porch SwingBand specializes in Western swing, butplays several musical styles ranging fromAppalachian tunes, blues, old countryand folk. 7-8 p.m. Northwest Library,2280 Hard Road, Worthington. 614-807-2626. worthingtonlibraries.org/calendar

SATURDAY 9FREE! Children’s Fishing, Drop a line inSchrock Lake and try to catch the bigone. Limited bait and poles provided.Ages 15 and younger. 11 a.m.-1 p.m.Sharon Woods Metro Park, 6911 S. Cleve-land Ave., Westerville. 614-895-6365.

Columbus Clippers vs. CharlotteKnights, 7 p.m. $6-$20. HuntingtonPark, 330 Huntington Park Lane, ArenaDistrict. 614-462-5250. milb.com

FREE! The Conservatory of Piano’s41st Annual Recital Series, Each yearThe Conservatory celebrates the stu-dent’s progress and accomplishmentswith a series of recitals in the month ofJune, held at the historic King Arts Com-

plex. Almost 600 students performthroughout the season on a 9-foot con-cert grand piano for hundreds of theirfamily and guests. Each recital is a verygala event and a showcase for all thestudent’s hard work throughout theyear. 1-2:30 p.m., 4-5:30 p.m. King ArtsComplex, 867 Mt. Vernon Ave., East Side.614-436-6076. conservatoryofpiano.com

FREE! Firefighters VFW AnnualHealth and Safety Fair, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.Firefighters VFW Post #3426, 1591 Lock-bourne Road, South Side. 614-443-4360.


FREE! Natural Play Area Adventures:Amphibians, Search the stream forsalamanders, frogs and other creatures.2 p.m. Slate Run Metro Park, 1375 StateRoute 674 N., Canal Winchester. 614-895-6365.

Star Base Columbus 20th Anniver-sary Science Fiction Festival, A festivalfor those who embrace science fiction,fantasy & science- Star Trek, Stargate, Dr.Who, Star Wars, Harry Potter, etc. Sci-ence Fiction & outer space exhibits,magic and fantasy exhibits by local sci-ficlubs, games, trivia contests, costumecontest, robot building contest, othercontests, door prize drawings, Heroclixand Magic gaming competitions, activi-ties for all ages, music, food, fun, fellow-ship with other sci-fi fans. Anniversaryparty at day’s end with cake and refresh-ments. 2-9 p.m. $2, Kids 12 and underFree. Star Base Columbus, 5541 Wester-ville Rd # A, North Side. 614-895-7827.sbccurrentevents.blogspot.com

FREE! Summer Movie Series, Featuredmovie is Cars 2. 7 p.m. Columbus Com-mons, 160 S. High St., Downtown.columbuscommons.org.

Yoga Play, Yoga builds self-esteem andconfidence, improves posture, enhancesmotor skills, increases focus and concen-tration and builds flexibility andstrength. But most importantly, yoga isfun and helps kids feel great! This classfeatures kid-friendly yoga poses,sequences and movement, creativeyoga games and imaginative crafts in astructured, yet playful, environment.Taught by certified yoga instructorCourtney Denning. Ages 6-12. 10-11:30a.m. $9, $7 for Conservatory members.Franklin Park Conservatory and BotanicalGardens, 1777 E. Broad St., East Side.614-645-5923. fpconservatory.org

SUNDAY 10Columbus Clippers vs. CharlotteKnights, 6 p.m. $6-$20. Huntington

Park, 330 Huntington Park Lane, ArenaDistrict. 614-462-5250. milb.com


FREE! Tram Tour, The tram will runcontinuously for leisurely rides throughthe park. 1-3:30 p.m. Blacklick WoodsMetro Park, 6975 E. Livingston Ave.,Reynoldsburg. 614-895-6365.

Rock ‘n’ Roll Run/Walk, Creative Livinghosts their second annual Rock ‘n’ Roll5k Run/1 mile Walk. All proceeds benefitCreative Living, a local non-profit thatoperates two apartment complexes forphysically disabled individuals. 9 a.m.-12noon. $25. Scioto Audubon Park, 301 W.Whittier St., Downtown. 614-421-1226.creative-living.com/rockrollrun.html

MONDAY 11Columbus Clippers vs. CharlotteKnights, 7 p.m. $6-$20. HuntingtonPark, 330 Huntington Park Lane, ArenaDistrict. 614-462-5250. milb.com

Babysitter’s Training, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.$85. American Red Cross of GreaterColumbus, 995 E. Broad St., East Side.614-253-2740 ext. 2477.

FREE! Mother-Daughter Book Club,Girls in grades 4-6 and their mothers (orgrandmothers!) are invited to join usand talk books. Selected title: “The Pen-derwicks” by Jeanne Birdsall. 7-8 p.m.Northwest Library, 2280 Hard Road,Worthington. 614-807-2626. worthing-tonlibraries.org/calendar

Mom & Me Hip Hop Dance Class, Thispopular class will get the whole familymoving! Join us for Mom & Me Hip HopDance class this June (Dads are welcometoo!). All ages are welcome to partici-pate in this 4 week class. 7:30-8:15 p.m.$35 Adult, $10 Child. Groveport TownHall, 648 Main St., Groveport. 614-836-3333. groveport.org

FREE! Nature Kids: Nesting Birds,Look for nesting birds on a short hikeand discover the range of nesting mate-rials used by different birds. Ages 6-12.10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Blacklick WoodsMetro Park, 6975 E. Livingston Ave.,Reynoldsburg. 614-895-6365.

TUESDAY 12Columbus Clippers vs. CharlotteKnights, 12 noon. $6-$20. HuntingtonPark, 330 Huntington Park Lane, ArenaDistrict. 614-462-5250. milb.com

FREE! Get the Dirt on Soil, Get yourhands dirty with fun activities and dis-cover why soil is important. Age 8 andyounger (accompanied by an adult). 10

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a.m. and 1 p.m. Inniswood Metro Gar-dens, 940 S. Hempstead Rd., Westerville.614-895-6365.

FREE! Preschoolers: Nesters, Learnhow and why birds make nests througha story, song and craft. 9:30 a.m. and11:30 a.m. Battelle-Darby Creek MetroPark, 1775 Darby Creek Dr., Galloway.614-895-6365.

FREE! Videogame Extravaganza,When we say “extravaganza,” we meanit! We’ll have three gaming systemsgoing at once, so you can check outnew games for PS3, Wii and Xbox 360.2-3:30 p.m. Old Worthington Library,820 High St., Worthington. 614-807-2626. worthingtonlibraries.org/calendar

WEDNESDAY 13FREE! Bookworms Book Club, Ages 4-6 are invited to a book club just for pre-readers. Simply read the selected picturebook in advance and come to eachmeeting ready to talk, sing and have fun!4:30-5:30 p.m. Northwest Library, 2280Hard Road, Worthington. 614-807-2626.worthingtonlibraries.org/calendar

FREE! Father’s Day Gift, Kids will makea handmade gift for dad or grandpa inthis evening class at KidSpace. Kids ages3-12 are welcome to attend this freeJust for Kids program. Preregistration isrequired. Children ages 9 and undermust be accompanied by an adult. 7-8p.m. Crooked Alley KidSpace, 630 WirtRd., Groveport. 614-836-3333. grove-port.org

FREE! Get the Dirt on Soil, Get yourhands dirty with fun activities and dis-cover why soil is important. Age 8 andyounger (accompanied by an adult). 10a.m. and 1 p.m. Inniswood Metro Gar-dens, 940 S. Hempstead Rd., Westerville.614-895-6365.

FREE! Just for Kids: Natural Play Area,Bring your child and discover all the funto be enjoyed in the natural play area.Ages 6-12. 1 p.m. Blendon Woods MetroPark, 4265 E. Dublin-Granville Rd.,Gahanna. 614-895-6365.

FREE! Preschoolers: Who BuildsNests, Discover the different types ofhomes birds make for their families. 10a.m. and 1 p.m. Blacklick Woods MetroPark, 6975 E. Livingston Ave., Reynolds-burg. 614-895-6365.

THURSDAY 14FREE! Family Entertainment Series:Gator Dave, Gator Dave loves alligators,snakes and just about any other wild

animal. He also loves to share what heknows and experiences caring for andtraining animals for the past 15 years. 7-8 p.m. Homestead Park, 4675 CosgrayRd., Hilliard. 614-652-3922. wtwp.com

FREE! Nature for Kids: Tram Ride,Bring the kids for a tram ride throughthe park. Enjoy a nature craft as you waitfor your tram. 10 a.m.-12 noon. SlateRun Metro Park, 1375 State Route 674 N.,Canal Winchester. 614-895-6365.

FRIDAY 15Circle of Friends 5K Run/Walk andKids Fun Run, Join Circle of Friends fortheir 10th Annual 5K Run/Walk and KidsFun Run. This scenic run through NewAlbany benefits pediatric cancerresearch at The Research Institute atNationwide Children’s Hospital and fea-tures free giveaways, prizes, food andtons of fun for the family! 5-9 p.m. Mar-ket Square, 200 Market Street, NewAlbany. 614-355-0818. NationwideChil-drens.org/CircleofFriends

FREE! Classic Movie Series, 9-11 p.m.Heritage Park and Everal Barn, 60 N.Cleveland Ave., Westerville. 614-901-6500. westerville.org/parks

Creekside Blues & Jazz, This music fes-tival is the showcase for the best bluesand jazz music in Ohio, if not the Mid-west. Music isn’t all that this renownedevent has to offer. Centered aroundCreekside Park and Olde Gahanna, theCreekside Blues & Jazz Festival promises

something for everyone with more than90 hours of entertainment (presentedon five stages), Musical Discovery Zone,Jog for Jazz, Sunday Jazz Brunch, amuse-ment rides, craft vendors, and of course,great food! 5-11 p.m. $4, children under12 free. Old Gahanna/Creekside Park &Plaza, 123 Mill St., Gahanna. 614-418-9114.

FREE! Family Storytime: Meet theFarm Animals, Meet some farm ani-mals and enjoy a story about their usesand care on an 1880s farm. 10:30 a.m.Slate Run Living Historical Farm, 1375State Route 674 N., Canal Winchester.614-895-6365.

FREE! Outrageous Olympics, Dive intothe spirit of the 2012 Summer Olympicsby taking part in the library’s competi-tion. You’ll flip over the fun physical andmental challenges! For grades 1-3. 3-4:30 p.m. Old Worthington Library, 820High St., Worthington. 614-807-2626.worthingtonlibraries.org/calendar

SATURDAY 16Bargain Barn Grand Opening, Ourannual bargain barn and garage sale isback with great new items ranging fromhousehold goods to games to horsetack! All items are for sale at a donationprice and all money raised goes directlytowards the care of animals at the Sanc-tuary. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Circle P Sanctuary,1909 County Road 24, [email protected].

Babysitter’s Training, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.$85. American Red Cross of GreaterColumbus, 995 E. Broad St., East Side.614-253-2740 ext. 2477.

Babysitter’s Training, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.$85. Delaware County Chapter of theAmerican Red Cross, 380 Hills-Miller Rd.,Delaware. 614-253-2740 ext. 2477.

FREE! The Conservatory of Piano’s41st Annual Recital Series, Each yearThe Conservatory celebrates the stu-dent’s progress and accomplishmentswith a series of recitals in the month ofJune, held at the historic King Arts Com-plex. Almost 600 students performthroughout the season on a 9-foot con-cert grand piano for hundreds of theirfamily and guests. Each recital is a verygala event and a showcase for all thestudent’s hard work throughout theyear. 1-2:30 p.m., 4-5:30 p.m. King ArtsComplex, 867 Mt. Vernon Ave., East Side.614-436-6076. conservatoryofpiano.com

Creekside Blues & Jazz, This music fes-tival is the showcase for the best bluesand jazz music in Ohio, if not the Mid-west. Music isn’t all that this renownedevent has to offer. Centered aroundCreekside Park and Olde Gahanna, theCreekside Blues & Jazz Festival promisessomething for everyone with more than90 hours of entertainment (presentedon five stages), Musical Discovery Zone,Jog for Jazz, Sunday Jazz Brunch, amuse-ment rides, craft vendors, and of course,great food! 11 a.m.-11 p.m. $4, childrenunder 12 free. Old Gahanna/Creekside

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Visit columbus.redcross.org to find the location nearest you offering a session. The class runs from 9a.m.to 4:30 p.m. and costs $85 per teen.

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FREE! Gospel Sail-A-Bration, A diversi-ty event showcasing talent from aroundthe state, a fashion show and children’sactivities. 3-7 p.m. Santa Maria ShipMuseum, 25 Marconi Blvd., Downtown.614-645-8760.

FREE! Just for Kids: Natural Play Area,Bring your child and discover all the funto be enjoyed in the natural play area.Ages 6-12. 1 p.m. Blendon Woods MetroPark, 4265 E. Dublin-Granville Rd.,Gahanna. 614-895-6365.

FREE! Kids in the Woods: Fishing,Enjoy fishing from around the pond.Limited poles and bait available. Ages 15and younger. 6:30 p.m. Chestnut RidgeMetro Park, 8445 Winchester Rd., Carroll.614-895-6365.

FREE! Knox County Barn Tour 2012,Driving tour of 5 local barns, outdoorfestival, music, plein-air artists, Amishfarm market and bakery, crafts, demon-strations, children’s events, quilt raffle,etc. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Amish Bakery, 28991Mickley Road, Danville. 740-427-9015.

FREE! Once Upon a Time with Art, Artisn’t only fun, it’s an important early liter-acy tool. Under-fives are encouraged todrop in and get creative! 9:30 a.m.-12:30p.m. Old Worthington Library, 820 HighSt., Worthington. 614-807-2626. wor-thingtonlibraries.org/calendar

FREE! Preschoolers: Tadpoles, Read astory, take a short walk and try to catch atadpole. 3 p.m. Prairie Oaks Metro Park,2755 Amity Rd., West Jefferson. 614-895-6365.

Skate for Hope 2012, Skate for Hope,the Columbus, Ohio-based premier figureskating event benefits breast cancerresearch and awareness. Each year, over100 figure skaters from the Central Ohioarea come together to celebrate life, can-cer survivors and the hope of a future freefrom breast cancer. In addition to theselocal skaters, Olympic, World and NationalChampions join the cast to present aspectacular show, honoring those thathave been touched by this disease. 5-7:30p.m. Tickets begin at $15. NationwideArena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., ArenaDistrict. 614-531-9499. skateforhope.org

FREE! Stories for Babies, Babies andtheir caregivers are invited for a specialSaturday morning storytime. Older sib-lings are invited to bring a doll or stuffedanimal to be their “baby.” 11 a.m.-12noon. Northwest Library, 2280 HardRoad, Worthington. 614-807-2626. wor-thingtonlibraries.org/calendar

Take Steps for Crohn’s and ColitisFoundation, Join us for our largestfundraising event for the Crohn’s andColitis Foundation. This is a family funevent including a 2 mile walk, food, kid’sactivities, entertainment and more. 4:30-7 p.m. minimum $25 donation toreceived wristband for activities andfood. Franklin Park, 1775 E. Broad St.,East Side. 614-889-6060.cctakesteps.org/columbus

SUNDAY 17Bargain Barn Grand Opening, Ourannual bargain barn and garage sale isback with great new items ranging fromhousehold goods to games to horsetack! All items are for sale at a donationprice and all money raised goes directlytowards the care of animals at the Sanc-tuary. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Circle P Sanctuary,1909 County Road 24, [email protected].

Creekside Blues & Jazz, This music fes-tival is the showcase for the best bluesand jazz music in Ohio, if not the Mid-west. Music isn’t all that this renownedevent has to offer. Centered aroundCreekside Park and Olde Gahanna, theCreekside Blues & Jazz Festival promisessomething for everyone with more than90 hours of entertainment (presentedon five stages), Musical Discovery Zone,Jog for Jazz, Sunday Jazz Brunch, amuse-ment rides, craft vendors, and of course,great food! 12 noon-6 p.m. $4, childrenunder 12 free. Old Gahanna/CreeksidePark & Plaza, 123 Mill St., Gahanna. 614-418-9114

FREE! Family Theme Day, Learn howto attract wildlife to your backyardthrough habitat exploration, nativeplants, rain barrels and simple containergardening ideas. 2 p.m. HighbanksMetro Parks, 9466 Columbus Pike, Pow-ell. 614-895-6365.

Father’s Day Ceramics Workshop,Come spend Father’s Day at Clayspacemaking keepsakes together! A greatfamily activity for Father’s Day! Each par-ticipant will construct and embellish acup and plate for use or decoration. Youcan write “#1 Dad!”, paint a family por-trait, or create any kind of decorationyou like on the pieces. 1:30-3:30 p.m.$35 for adults, $25 for kids. Clayspace,831 S. Front St., Brewery District. 614-449-8144. clayspace831.com

FREE! Kids Fishing, Stop by anytime atDarby Bend Lakes to try fishing. Limitedpoles and bait provided. Ages 15 andyounger. 1-4 p.m. Pickerington PondsMetro Park, 7680 Wright Rd., Canal Win-chester. 614-895-6365.

Lauren’s First and Goal High SchoolFootball Camp, The camp is open tostudents who will be entering grades 9through 12 in Sept. 2012. During theone-day camp, athletes receive instruc-

tion in a variety of offensive and defen-sive skills from volunteer college coach-es from around the country. The eventalso includes a guest speaker, which willbe announced closer to the camp date.The football camp is the primaryfundraiser for the foundation, whichprovides financial support for braintumor research and cancer services,offers financial and emotional support tofamilies living with pediatric cancer, andincreases awareness of the disease. $30.Otterbein University, 1 S. Grove St.,Westerville. 610-250-6981. laurensfir-standgoal.org/.

FREE! Music in the Gardens: ArnettHoward, Enjoy an afternoon with ArnettHoward and his band for an energeticperformance of contemporary and jazzstandards. 3-5 p.m. Inniswood MetroGardens, 940 S. Hempstead Rd., Wester-ville. 614-895-6365.

MONDAY 18Cupcake Camp for Kids, In this five daycamp kids will learn different techniquesfor decorating cupcakes. The best part ofthe camp is that there will be plenty ofcupcakes to “sample” for each kid. Thiscamp is designed for kids ages 6-12.Children ages 9 and under must beaccompanied by an adult. 12:30-1:30p.m. $25 Resident, $27 Non-Resident.Crooked Alley KidSpace, 630 Wirt Rd.,614-836-3333. groveport.org

FREE! Magician Stephen Knight: TheMagic of Reading, The whole familywill enjoy this magical performance.Free tickets, required for this program,will be available at the Old WorthingtonLibrary Children’s Desk one week priorto the performance. 7-8 p.m. Old Wor-thington Library, 820 High St., Worthing-ton. 614-807-2626. worthingtonli-braries.org/calendar

FREE! Videogame Extravaganza,When we say “extravaganza,” we meanit! We’ll have three gaming systemsgoing at once, so you can check outnew games for PS3, Wii and Xbox 360.3-4 p.m. Northwest Library, 2280 HardRoad, Worthington. 614-807-2626. wor-thingtonlibraries.org/calendar

TUESDAY 19FREE! Soil Salad Snackers, Meet someplant-eating soil creatures throughactivities and a puppet show. Ages 8and younger (accompanied by an adult).10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Inniswood MetroGardens, 940 S. Hempstead Rd., Wester-ville. 614-895-6365.

WEDNESDAY 20FREE! Child Check, ECRN offers devel-opmental screenings called Child Checkfor children ages 1-month through 5years in areas of gross-motor, fine-

motor, speech and language and per-sonal/social skills. 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.Old Worthington Library, 820 High St.,Worthington. 614-543-9000 ext.216.

First Aid, 6-9 p.m. $70. Buckeye RanchSchool, 5665 Hoover Rd, Grove City. 614-253-2740 ext. 2477.

FREE! Preschoolers: Swamp Things,Learn about the small creatures thatmake their homes in the wetlands. 10a.m. Pickerington Ponds Metro Park,7680 Wright Rd., Pickerington. 614-895-6365.

FREE! Soil Salad Snackers, Meet someplant-eating soil creatures throughactivities and a puppet show. Ages 8and younger (accompanied by an adult).10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Inniswood MetroGardens, 940 S. Hempstead Rd., Wester-ville. 614-895-6365.

Teen Clay Workshop, Creative teenswill love this 3-day Workshop making artwith clay! Our projects will focus aroundthe theme of nature. We’ll make chiaheads that you’ll be able to put grassseeds on and watch them grow. We’llalso build “creature pots,” a bowl orflowerpot with the head and/or body ofan animal on it. Finally we’ll make tileswith images of plants or animals. A greatway to learn and have fun over the sum-mer! 1:30-3:30 p.m. $95 for all 3 days,one class for $40. Clayspace, 831 S. FrontSt., Brewery District. 614-449-8144. clay-space831.com

FREE! Welcome Summer Craft, Kidswill make a summer themed craft in thisevening class at KidSpace. Kids ages 3-12 are welcome to attend this free Justfor Kids program. Preregistration isrequired. Children ages 9 and undermust be accompanied by an adult. 7-8p.m. Crooked Alley KidSpace, 630 WirtRd., Groveport. 614-836-3333. grove-port.org

THURSDAY 21FREE! Family Ride Night, Join the parkranger for a slow-paced bike ride on theGreenway trails. 6:30 p.m. Three CreekMetro Park, 3860 Bixby Rd., Groveport.614-895-6365.

FREE! Get Your Art On: Move It, Usingfound materials, kids in grades 4-6 willcreate sculptures that move! Registra-tion, which is required, starts June 1. 2-3p.m. Old Worthington Library, 820 HighSt., Worthington. 614-807-2626. wor-thingtonlibraries.org/calendar

FREE! Preschoolers: Ant Antics, Dis-cover these amazing insects and learnhow they live. 10 a.m. Blendon WoodsMetro Park, 4265 E. Dublin-Granville Rd.,Gahanna. 614-895-6365.

Teen Clay Workshop, Creative teens willlove this 3-day Workshop making art withclay! Our projects will focus around thetheme of nature. We’ll make chia headsthat you’ll be able to put grass seeds on

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FRIDAY 22Columbus Clippers vs. Lehigh ValleyIronPigs, 7 p.m. $6-$20. HuntingtonPark, 330 Huntington Park Lane, ArenaDistrict. 614-462-5250. milb.com

FREE! Crafts for Kids, Try your hand atsome take home crafts, from the daysbefore plastic and glue sticks. 10:30 a.m.-12 noon. Slate Run Living HistoricalFarm, 1375 State Route 674 N., CanalWinchester. 614-895-6365

The Magic Nate Show, Nate LeGros is aCentral Ohio Magician and has beenstudying magic for 15 years. Nate per-forms a mixture of classic and modernmagic to create unique experience forevery show. Nate prides himself on hisability to entertain and mystify audi-ences of all ages. 7-8:30 p.m. $10.Columbus Performing Arts Center, 549Franklin Ave., Downtown. 614-546-6859.themagicnate.com/themagicnate.com/Events.html

Teen Clay Workshop, Creative teens willlove this 3-day Workshop making art withclay! Our projects will focus around thetheme of nature. We’ll make chia headsthat you’ll be able to put grass seeds onand watch them grow. We’ll also build“creature pots,” a bowl or flowerpot withthe head and/or body of an animal on it.Finally we’ll make tiles with images ofplants or animals. A great way to learnand have fun over the summer! 1:30-3:30p.m. $95 for all 3 days, one class for $40.Clayspace, 831 S. Front St., Brewery Dis-trict. 614-449-8144. clayspace831.com

SATURDAY 23FREE! Campfire Building 101, Learnhow to build a campfire for your nextcamping trip and enjoy a campfire treat.

Children must be accompanied by anadult. 7 p.m. Chestnut Ridge Metro Park,8445 Winchester Rd., Carroll. 614-895-6365.

Columbus Clippers vs. Lehigh ValleyIronPigs, 7 p.m. $6-$20. HuntingtonPark, 330 Huntington Park Lane, ArenaDistrict. 614-462-5250. milb.com

FREE! Crafts for Kids, Try your hand atsome take home crafts, from the daysbefore plastic and glue sticks. 10:30 a.m.-12 noon. Slate Run Living HistoricalFarm, 1375 State Route 674 N., CanalWinchester. 614-895-6365.

Dublin Kiwanis Annual Frog Jump,The Kiwanis Club hosts Dublin’s oldestevent in the good old summertime. It’san annual array of amphibious athleti-cism. More than 1,000 young frog jock-eys participate in several age divisions,with thousands of spectators cheeringon their favorite frog. Competitionincludes multiple playoff rounds, fol-lowed by a championship. There areloads of prizes to enhance the competi-tion. It’s an old-fashioned slice of Ameri-cana that’s packed with photo opportu-nities, human interest and good, cleanfun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Coffman Park, 5620Post Rd., Dublin. 614-202-7335.

FREE! Jammin’ with Annie, Bring onthe noise! Annie’s interactive programwill include singing, dancing, finger pup-pets and percussion instruments. 10-11a.m. Worthington Park Library, 1389Worthington Centre Dr., Worthington.614-807-2626.worthingtonlibraries.org/calendar

The Magic Nate Show, Nate LeGros is aCentral Ohio Magician and has beenstudying magic for 15 years. Nate per-forms a mixture of classic and modernmagic to create unique experience forevery show. Nate prides himself on hisability to entertain and mystify audi-ences of all ages. 7-8:30 p.m. $10.Columbus Performing Arts Center, 549Franklin Ave., Downtown. 614-546-6859.themagicnate.com/themagicnate.com/Events.html

FREE! Preschoolers: Ant Antics, Dis-cover these amazing insects and learnhow they live. 10 a.m. Blendon WoodsMetro Park, 4265 E. Dublin-Granville Rd.,Gahanna. 614-895-6365.

FREE! Tech Petting Zoo: School-AgeEdition, Kids will go gaga for the gadg-ets (iPads, tablets, eReaders) and parentswill love learning more about education-al apps and library-exclusive resources.10 a.m.-2 p.m. Northwest Library, 2280

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FREE! Three Creeks Fest, Celebraterecreation and watersheds with environ-mental exhibits and activities, crafts, bikesafety checks, games, canoeing, live ani-mals from the Ohio Wildlife Center andmore. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Three Creek MetroPark, 3860 Bixby Rd, Groveport. 614-895-6365.

U Cre-8 Comics, Create your owncomic! Learn about the comic bookindustry while creating your own comiccreation in a special Character CrafterWorkbook. This innovate workshopencourages creative expression andbuilds an interest in reading. Createdand taught by artist Victor Danbridge.Pre-registration is required. 1-2 p.m. $20,$15 for Conservatory members. FranklinPark Conservatory and Botanical Gar-dens, 1777 E. Broad St., East Side. 614-645-5923. fpconservatory.org

FREE! Wheels on the Farm, Play agame of “I Spy” and discover the manyways wheels are used on the Farm. 10a.m.-4 p.m. Slate Run Living HistoricalFarm, 1375 State Route 674 N., CanalWinchester. 614-895-6365.

SUNDAY 24Columbus Clippers vs. Lehigh ValleyIronPigs, 6 p.m. $6-$20. HuntingtonPark, 330 Huntington Park Lane, ArenaDistrict. 614-462-5250. milb.com

FREE! Critter Science Investigation(CSI) for Kids, Solve a nature mysteryand explore animal clues using technol-ogy and scientific tools. Ages 6-12. 2p.m. Glacier Ridge Metro Park, 9801Hyland Croy Rd., Dublin. 614-895-6365.

FREE! OSU Family Funday with OSUAlumni Band, Columbus Commons’Family Funday will feature a family-friendly day of OSU-themed rides,games and entertainment that will bringthousands of people to the heart ofdowntown. Families from across centralOhio will come to enjoy carousel rides,inflatable games, a public art wall, familyentertainment and a movie on the lawnto close out the night. 12 noon-10 p.m.Columbus Commons, 160 S. High St.,Downtown. columbuscommons.org.

Race for Ellie, There is a 5K, 1-mile Walkand a Kids’ Fun Run. 5K $30, Kids’ FunRun $5. Olentangy Liberty High School,3584 Home Rd., Powell. 614-946-7026.RaceForEllie.org

FREE! Wheels on the Farm, Play agame of “I Spy” and discover the manyways wheels are used on the Farm. 11

a.m.-4 p.m. Slate Run Living HistoricalFarm, 1375 State Route 674 N., CanalWinchester. 614-895-6365.

MONDAY 25Columbus Clippers vs. Lehigh ValleyIronPigs, 7 p.m. $6-$20. HuntingtonPark, 330 Huntington Park Lane, ArenaDistrict. 614-462-5250. milb.com

FREE! Nature Kids: Wildlife CSI, Lookfor clues to solve a nature mystery. 10a.m. and 1 p.m. Blacklick Woods MetroPark, 6975 E. Livingston Ave., Reynolds-burg. 614-895-6365.

TUESDAY 26Columbus Clippers vs. Norfolk Tides,7 p.m. $6-$20. Huntington Park, 330Huntington Park Lane, Arena District.614-462-5250. milb.com

FREE! Soil Animal Snackers, Learnabout the soil organisms that makemeat their primary source of food. Ages8 and younger (accompanied by anadult). 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. InniswoodMetro Gardens, 940 S. Hempstead Rd.,Westerville. 614-895-6365.

FREE! Time for Twos: Pond Animals,Bring your two-year-old for a story anddiscover what lives in the pond. 2 p.m.Prairie Oaks Metro Park, 2755 Amity Rd.,West Jefferson. 614-895-6365.

WEDNESDAY 27Columbus Clippers vs. Norfolk Tides,7 p.m. $6-$20. Huntington Park, 330Huntington Park Lane, Arena District.614-462-5250. milb.com

Family Fun with the Very HungryCaterpillar, Join the Very Hungry Cater-pillar costumed character as he eats hisway through the Farmers’ Market. 3-7p.m. Free with admission. Franklin ParkConservatory and Botanical Gardens,1777 E. Broad St., East Side. 614-645-5923. fpconservatory.org

FREE! Science Nite Fun, Bring the kidsfor a night of science and fun at thisevening class at KidSpace. Kids ages 3-12 are welcome to attend this free Justfor Kids program. Preregistration isrequired. Children ages 9 and undermust be accompanied by an adult. 7-8p.m. Crooked Alley KidSpace, 630 WirtRd., Groveport. 614-836-3333. grove-port.org

FREE! Soil Animal Snackers, Learnabout the soil organisms that makemeat their primary source of food. Ages8 and younger (accompanied by anadult). 10 a.m. Inniswood Metro Gar-dens, 940 S. Hempstead Rd., Westerville.614-895-6365.

THURSDAY 282012 New Albany Farmers Market,Our Thursday evening ‘producer

focused’ market is held in the heart ofthe Village of New Albany, centered onthe Market Street Square. For twelveweeks this summer the New AlbanyFarmers Market will be bringing thefarm to Market Street where you can lit-erally shake the hand of (& get to know!)the people who feed our community. 4-7 p.m. Market Square, 200 Market St.,New Albany. 614-264-7995.healthynewalbany.orgwww.facebook.com/nafarmersmarket

Columbus Clippers vs. Norfolk Tides,7 p.m. $6-$20. Huntington Park, 330Huntington Park Lane, Arena District.614-462-5250. milb.com

FREE! Family Entertainment Series -Mouse Trap Musicians, Hear all yourfavorite modern hits from Hannah Mon-tana, The Cheetah Girls, The Jonas Broth-ers and others, featured with music thatemphasizes positive values. 7-8 p.m.Homestead Park, 4675 Cosgray Rd.,Hilliard. 614-652-3922. wtwp.com

FREE! Parenting 101: Parenting inTwo Homes, Although sharing respon-sibility for children after a marriage endsis challenging, it is possible to achieve ahealthy balance. Get a new perspectiveon parenting in two homes from EllenSiegel, a licensed clinical social worker.She’ll discuss developing rules, livingpatterns, values and even vocabulary. 7-8:30 p.m. Northwest Library, 2280 HardRd., Worthington. 614-807-2626. wor-thingtonlibraries.org/calendar

FREE! Preschoolers: Tadpoles, Read astory, take a walk and try to catch a tad-pole. 1 p.m. Prairie Oaks Metro Park,2755 Amity Rd., West Jefferson. 614-895-6365.

FREE! Special Baseball Storytime,Wear your Clippers gear and enjoy base-ball-themed songs and books. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Worthington Park Library,1389 Worthington Centre Dr., Worthing-ton. 614-807-2626. worthingtonli-braries.org/calendar

FRIDAY 29Children’s Organ Transplant Associa-tion Fundraiser, Join us for a fundraiserfor COTA in honor of Andrew Wasko,who is in need of a life saving kidneytransplant. Proceeds from the event willhelp with transplant-related expensesthe Wasko family will incur duringAndrew’s journey. It will be a night ofwine tasting, appetizers, music by CedarBluff Bluegrass band, a silent auctionand door prizes. 7:30-10 p.m. $30 indi-vidual, $50 couple. Wyandotte Winery,4640 Wyandotte Dr., Gahanna. 614-558-3854. cota.donorpages.com/Mira-cleMakers/AndrewsAngels

Columbus Clippers vs. Norfolk Tides,7 p.m. $6-$20. Huntington Park, 330Huntington Park Lane, Arena District.614-462-5250. milb.com

Family Friday Night, COSI offersextended hours and price reducedadmission to families so you can visit,learn, and play late! 5-9 p.m. $9.95. COSIColumbus, 333 W. Broad St., Downtown.614-228-2674.

FREE! Natural Play Area Adventure:International Mud Day, Be preparedto get super messy as you celebrateInternational Mud Day by making mudpies and dirt dessert, digging for wormsand mud races. You’ll even make a mudpainting. 1-3 p.m. Three Creek MetroPark, 3860 Bixby Rd., Groveport. 614-895-6365.

FREE! Powell Festival, Family-style fun!2 days of musical performances, mer-chant displays, food vendors, educationalstations, animal visits, games, rides, beergarden, and much more! 5-11 p.m. His-toric Downtown Powell, 44 N. Liberty St.,Powell. 614-396-3336.

FREE! Preschoolers: Nesters, Learnhow and why birds make nests througha story, song and craft. 11 a.m. and 1p.m. Battelle-Darby Creek Metro Park,1775 Darby Creek Dr., Galloway. 614-895-6365.

FREE! The Science of Baseball, Youngbaseball fans can slide in for fun experi-

ments, and learn exciting baseball facts.For preschool-grade 3. 10:30-11:30 a.m.Old Worthington Library, 820 High St.,Worthington. 614-807-2626. worthing-tonlibraries.org/calendar

SATURDAY 30FREE! Beach Spectacular & Fireworks,Bring the kids to Old Field Beach forsome fun in the sun! 11 a.m.-11 p.m.Indian Lake State Park, Old Field Beach,937-843-5392. indianlakechamber.org

Cedarville Boys Basketball Shootout,Cedarville University invites varsity andjunior varsity boys’ basketball teams toattend a basketball shootout. Theshootout consists of three games withfour to six minute quarters along with afinal tournament. $225. Cedarville Uni-versity, 251 N. Main St., Cedarville. 937-766-7645. cedarville.edu/sportscamp

Columbus Clippers vs. Toledo MudHens, 7 p.m. $6-$20. Huntington Park,330 Huntington Park Lane, Arena Dis-trict. 614-462-5250. milb.com

Columbus Crew vs. Real Salt Lake, 8p.m. $22-$46. Columbus Crew Stadium,One Black & Gold Blvd., North Side. 614-447-2739. thecrew.com

FREE! Free Family Movie Night, Bringthe family to Heritage Park for a free out-door movie this summer! Popcorn willbe provided. Registration is not required.Rain location: Crooked Alley KidSpace.8:30-10 p.m. Groveport Heritage Park,551 Wirt Rd., Groveport. 614-836-3333.groveport.org

FREE! Meet Mr. Etch-A-Sketch, Learnhow to create nature art on a much-loved toy with Mr. Etch-A-Sketch, TimGeorge. Bring a camera to captureimages of your art on a loaner Etch-a-Sketch or bring your own. 1 p.m.Blendon Woods Metro Park, 4265 E.Dublin-Granville Rd., Gahanna. 614-895-6365.

FREE! Natural Play Area Adventures,Explore the natural play area with a nat-uralist and discover the fun things to dothere. 6 p.m. Prairie Oaks Metro Park,2755 Amity Rd., West Jefferson. 614-895-6365.

FREE! Powell Festival, Family-style fun!2 days of musical performances, mer-chant displays, food vendors, educationalstations, animal visits, games, rides, beergarden, and much more! 12 noon-11p.m. Historic Downtown Powell, 44 N.Liberty St., Powell. 614-396-3336.


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concerts sponsored by the Jazz Arts Group and other local organizations are held in Topiary Park. For thekick-off concert, jazz and samba group Brasileira will perform.

The Saturday morning fun starts with storytime at the Main Branch of the Columbus MetropolitanLibrary, with the concert following immediately after in the park. Bring a picnic and enjoy the tunes whileeating lunch! Find out more information about the PBJ & Jazz series at jazzartsgroup.org.


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