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Kids in Karate – Adults too!

American Free Spirit Karate 5953 E Main St, Columbus
Sports

Directed by Grandmaster Stephens of Free Spirit Karate Clubs. Tae Kwon Do skills help build strength, agility and coordination. The mental aspects build self-confidence, self-control and mental-discipline. From kids to adults, it is great for the whole family. Everyone can benefit from this class.

$93

2026 Ohio State Fair

Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds 717 East 17th Avenue, Columbus

Discover the Ohio State Fair, a favorite family tradition since 1850! Come for the Midway, featuring exhilarating rides, and unleash all the fair flavors on your tastebuds with your favorite goodies from one of the amazing food vendors!

$19

Nature School

Sycamore Creek Park Lockville Road, Pickerington

A nature class for children to observe, explore, learn and grow in the great outdoors. Classes include a nature lesson, book or song, time to create or build, and open-ended play time. Classes emphasize confidence-building imagination, and appreciation for the nature world. Children will keep a nature journal with weekly entries.

$75

Ohio Sales Tax Holiday 2026

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Community Event

In 2026, Ohio will host the standard back-to-school sales tax holiday of three days, starting 12:00 a.m. Friday, August 7th until 11:59 p.m. Sunday, August 9th. The exemption will apply to all items of clothing priced at $75 or less, school supplies priced at $20 or less, and school instructional materials priced at $20 or less.

Hunting Dragons

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Outdoor Activity

Dragonflies use their wings independently for precise flight control, allowing them to make rapid alterations to their flight path while chasing prey or avoiding danger.  Want to learn more about these amazing creatures? 

Home Sweet Home Show

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Stradley Park 20 S High St, Canal Winchester
Outdoor Activity

Join us at Stradley Park on Saturday, August 8, for the 2026 Home Sweet Home Show, presented by Tammy Roof Elliot with RE/MAX One.

Battle of Boots and Badges

Ohio State University Recreation and Physical Activity Center 337 Annie and John Glen Ave, Columbus
Sports

On August 8, 2026, the Ohio departments of Public Safety, Veterans Services, and Behavioral Health, in partnership with the Ohio State University and Chewjitsu Open, will host the Battle of Boots and Badges jiu jitsu tournament.

Adaptive Stories and Play

Pickerigton Public Library Main Branch 201 Opportunity Way, Pickerington

An all-ages literacy class specifically adapted for children who need extra support.

Adaptive Stories and Play combines books, songs, movements, and sensory activities into a class that promotes learning in a fun way. It will feature quieter music, fidget toys, interactive learning, a visual schedule, and the flexibility for children to move. 

PLSD School Resource Fair

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Toll Gate Middle School 12089 Tollgate Road, Pickerington

The PLSD Back 2 School Resource Fair is almost here!

Blacklick Woods – Escape Trail

Blacklick Woods 6975 E. Livingston Ave., Reynoldsburg

Think escape room - only outside! Take a 1.25-mile hike while making stops to solve problems and receive clues to finish the puzzle. Be observant, find clues, solve riddles and test your ability!

Pickerington Boys Golf @ Echo Springs

The Links at Echo Springs 5940 Loudon St, Johnstown

An invitational golf tournament against multiple opponents at the Links at Echo Springs.