A family vacation is so much more than just a break from your usual routine; it’s a chance to create shared stories your kids will talk about for years. Those
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September 13, 2026 - September 20, 2026
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September 13
The Positivity Spectrum’s Quiet Carnival
September 13
Sensory-sensitive celebration for autistic adults and children, caregivers, and friends. Enjoy an afternoon of fun in a calm, accessible environment.
September 13
Butterfly Release
September 13
Anyone can support Beech Creek by donating just $10 to release their own butterfly at the event.
September 13
Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days
September 13
Homeschoolers and their families discover history brought to life.
September 13
Play Day: Legends and Legacies
September 13
Opportunities for families to be creative, curious and connect through art.
September 14
Ohio Space Week: Discovery Days
September 14
From the Wright brothers’ first flight to pioneering advancements in space exploration, Ohio has been at the forefront of aerospace innovation for generations.
September 14
Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days
September 14
Homeschoolers and their families discover history brought to life.
September 15
Mini Majorettes
September 15
Students ages 7-12 will learn baton terminology and basic twirling skills while developing hand-eye coordination.
September 15
Ohio Space Week: Discovery Days
September 15
From the Wright brothers’ first flight to pioneering advancements in space exploration, Ohio has been at the forefront of aerospace innovation for generations.
September 15
Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days
September 15
Homeschoolers and their families discover history brought to life.
September 15
Preschool Clay Sessions
September 15
Children ages 3-6 will develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination and creativity by molding clay.
September 16
Homeschool Picture Day
September 16
Homeschool students starting grades K-6th will have their school picture taken and start the new school year off with a printed 5"x7" keepsake photo.
September 16
MadScience: Academy for Future Space Explorers
September 16
After school, children in grades 3-5 will be taken on a voyage of space discovery through activities, demonstrations and experiments that explore the sun, the starts, space technology, planets, moons, the atmosphere and more.
September 16
Ohio Space Week: Discovery Days
September 16
From the Wright brothers’ first flight to pioneering advancements in space exploration, Ohio has been at the forefront of aerospace innovation for generations.
September 16
September 17
Adaptive Theatre
September 17
Children ages 9-17 with special needs can enjoy a fun and interactive theatre class full of games, movement-based storytelling, improvisation, and role-playing to build confidence, and encourage social connection in an inclusive and welcoming environment.
September 17
Ohio Space Week: Discovery Days
September 17
From the Wright brothers’ first flight to pioneering advancements in space exploration, Ohio has been at the forefront of aerospace innovation for generations.
September 17
Step Up Club
September 17
Older preschool and kindergarten students enjoy the chance to go into story time on their own.
September 18
Ohio Space Week: Discovery Days
September 18
From the Wright brothers’ first flight to pioneering advancements in space exploration, Ohio has been at the forefront of aerospace innovation for generations.
September 18
September 18
Storytime Café in Reminderville
September 18
Storytime followed by fun activities.
Tea and coffee are available for caregivers.
September 19
September 19
Once Upon a Story
September 19
Join in the fun with: stories, crafts, songs, and more to celebrate the tales that bring pure joy.
September 19
September 19
Ohio Space Week: Discovery Days
September 19
From the Wright brothers’ first flight to pioneering advancements in space exploration, Ohio has been at the forefront of aerospace innovation for generations.
September 19
Young Birders
September 19
Kids ages 8+ learn about the lives of vireos through a presentation and bird walk.
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