Our 2012 Summer Fun & Festivals Guide! Find Out What Fun Awaits YOU!

ANTHONY THOMAS

www.anthony-thomas.com
(614) 274-8405
1777 Arlingate Lane
Columbus, Ohio 43228

Tour Anthony-Thomas Chocolates and watch as Central Ohio’s best chocolates are made from start to finish on our eight manufacturing lines.  Candy bars, pecan dainties, butter creams, English toffee, and Caramel Corn are just some of the items you may see us make during the 45 minute tour.  Cost is $2.00 for adults, $1.00 for children under 18.  Entire admission can apply to a purchase. Open House every Tuesday and Thursday 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 

COLUMBUS CHILDREN'S THEATRE
SUMMER ACADEMY CLASSES & DAY CAMPS

7 Central Ohio Locations
614-224-6672
www.ColsChildrensTheatre.org
www.facebook.com/columbuschildrenstheatre
http://twitter.com/#!/cctcolumbus

Columbus Children’s Theatre is proud to presents exciting, fun and enriching Academy Classes focusing on the theatre arts. We have opportunities for children and teens, ages 3-18, offered at seven different locations around central Ohio. Taught by experienced theatre professionals, and designed to provide individual attention and feedback, our classes are sure to educate and inspire budding young performers. Signing up is more convenient than ever with online registration.

COLUMBUS CREW

www.thecrew.com
(614) 447-CREW (2739)
One Black & Gold Blvd.
Columbus, OH 43211
 

COLUMBUS GYMNASTICS ACADEMY SUMMER FUN!

6970 Tussing Road
Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
614-575-9557
www.cgagymnastics.com

Summer Gymnastics/Activity Camp – Full or ½ day; gymnastics in the morning and a different activity each afternoon. Mon.-Fri., ages 6-12; swimming, putt-putt, bowling, park trip, craft day.  Tumble Katz Day Camp – ½ day camp; morning OR afternoon; gymnastics, games, parachute, bubbles and crafts.  Mon.-Fri., ages
3-1/2 – 6. Summer Fun Drop Off –3 hours of gymnastics, games, parachute activities & FUN! Mon.-Fri., 9am – 12pm OR 1-4 pm.  Ages 3 – 12.

COSHOCTON VISITORS BUREAU

401 Main Street
Coshocton, OH 43812
(740) 622-4877 or 800-338-4724
www.VisitCoshocton.com
Visit Coshocton, Ohio! On Facebook
Coshocton County CVB on Twitter

Visit Nearby Coshocton for Family Fun!

Have a family fun getaway close to home (90 minutes from Columbus) in Coshocton, Ohio –
home of the Horse-Drawn Canal Boat Ride and Historic Roscoe Village – a restored 1830s canal
era town filled with hands-on living history, quaint shops and family friendly dining. Coshocton
family fun also includes hiking and biking trails at Clary Gardens and at Lake Park, fishing, Pearl
Valley Cheese factory, Unusual Junction, Johnson-Humrickhouse Museum, and Kids America
indoor sports facility. Great family getaway packages include swimming at the Lake Park
Aquatic Center and overnight accommodations.

COSI

333 West Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 228-2674

www.cosi.org
Find COSI on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/COSIscience
Follow COSI on Twitter: @COSI

Explore Science. Discover fun! COSI Columbus is a dynamic hands-on science center located in Central Ohio that is fun for all ages.

Firefly Play Café

4822 North High Street  
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 230-2375
http://www.fireflyplaycafe.com/
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Firefly Play Café is modern, indoor play space for young children.  Kids age 6 and under can enjoy romping and playing around on our custom designed and developmentally appropriate play areas.  Adults enjoy a cup of our fabulous coffee or delicious tea while socializing with friends and watching the kiddos delight in fun play.  Creative art and music activities are included on various weekday mornings; join our Facebook page for details and updates.  Visit www.fireflyplaycafe.com for more information, open play hours and private party rentals!

FRANKLIN COUNTY FAIR

http://www.fcfair.org
614-876-7235
4100 Columbia St., Hilliard, Ohio 43026

The Franklin County Fair is celebrating its 95th year, and runs from July 14th to 21st at the Franklin County Fairgrounds in Hilliard. There are fun rides, food, and entertainment the entire family will love. Admission is only $5 July 14th thru 18th, and $6 July 20th and 21st.  Bring your family and come celebrate at the Franklin County Fair!

Glow Putt Mini Golf

161 Granville Street
Gahanna, OH  43230
614-428-GLOW(4569)

www.glowputtohio.com

Come Play the “COOLEST” Indoor, Glow-in-the-dark Golf Course in Columbus! For a unique miniature golfing experience, come on a safari with us.  Under a spectacular umbrella of black lights, you will navigate through 18 exciting holes of mini-golf on your very own safari Summer Hours and Specials begin on Monday, June 11th!

Grove City Parks & Recreation

4035 Broadway
Grove City, OH 43123
614-277-3050
www.GroveCityOhio.gov
facebook.com/GroveCityOhio
twitter.com/GroveCityOhio

Blast at Beulah: Sat., June 30; rain date Sun., July 1, 5:30-10:30 p.m.. Beulah Park, 3811 Southwest Blvd. Bring the entire family to experience one of the premier central Ohio celebrations of American independence. Enjoy live entertainment;  children's activities.  Balloons & Tunes: Fri., Aug. 24 - Sat., Aug. 25,  5-9:30 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy the entertainment and experience a spectacular view of the balloons as they launch (weather permitting).  Balloon glows begin at dusk on Fri. & Sat. evenings.
 

GROVEPORT AQUATIC CENTER
www.groveportrec.com
614-836-1000
7370 Groveport Rd.Groveport, OH 43125

Welcome to the 450,000 gallon Groveport Aquatic Center. The 3.5 million dollar outdoor water park is owned and operated by the City o Groveport. The facility opened in May of 2003 and has seen over 35,000 patrons on an annual basis. The facility was named “Best Waterpark” in 2004 by Columbus Monthly Magazine. The facility features a 450 ft. lazy river, 2 giant water slides, beach entry leisure pool, in-water playground, sprayground, digital music, free WIFI, Dairy Queen concession stand and more.

Historic Roscoe Village

600 N. White woman St.
Coshocton, OH  43812
740-622-7644 or 800-877-1830
www.roscoevillage.com
rvmarketing@roscoevillage.com
http://www.facebook.com/historicroscoevillage
https://twitter.com/#!/RoscoeVillage1
 
Imagine a living history community offering glimpses into the past through costumed interpreters, artisan demonstrators, and old-fashioned shops and restaurants that give a flavor of life in the 1800s.  Living history, hands-on activities, beautiful gardens, shopping, dining, lodging--Historic Roscoe Village offers something for everyone. A restored 1830s canal town, Roscoe is located along what once was the Ohio-Erie Canal.  Guests can climb aboard the horse-drawn Monticello III for a peaceful 45-minute float down a restored section of the Ohio-Erie Canal.  Each year Roscoe hosts various festivals, special events, and holiday activities that both educate and provide fun entertainment for guests.

Hocking Hills Canoe Livery

12789 State Route 664 S.
Logan, OH 43138
740-385-0523
800-634-6820
www.hockingriver.com
https://www.facebook.com/#!/HockingHillsCanoe
twitter: HockingCanoe
 

Hocking Hills Canoe Livery is a full service canoe, kayak, and raft outfitter providing river trips for all skill levels. Our friendly staff work with you to provide the best possible experience on the water, from basic instruction for beginners to a helpful hand for those bringing their own boats. River rentals are on the peaceful and scenic Hocking River. Special trips include a naturalist led canoe trip Saturday mornings this summer that is perfect for families to get their feet wet, have fun and make discoveries along the river.

Hocking Hills Canopy Tours
10714 Jackson St
Rockbridge OH 43149            
740-385-9477
www.hockinghillscanopytours.com
info@hockinghillscanopytours.com
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hocking-Hills-Canopy-Tours/102138094320
https://twitter.com/#!/HHCT
 

Fast, fun, and exhilarating, this 2 1/2 to 3 hour spectacular adventure offers nature lovers and thrill seekers alike, ages 10 and up, the unique opportunity to zip through the treetops on a network of cables and adventure skybridges suspended high above the forest floor, overlooking a cave, rock cliffs, the Hocking River, and other nature flora. Children between the ages of 10 thru 15 fly at 1/2 off on Tuesday's, Wednesday's and Friday's with each full paying adult. Coming late this summer "Dragon Fly" A Zipline Adventure For Kids, ages 5-12.
 

Hocking Hills Scenic Air Tours

66285 Airport Road
New Plymouth, OH 45654
740-380-2031
www.1800hocking.com
www.hockinghills.com/airtours

"This year, take your vacation expectation WAY UP with Hocking Hills Scenic Air Tours! Safe, memorable, and fun airplane tours.  Kid friendly!  Family affordable rates.  Experienced, witty pilot and tour guide. If you want to experience AWESOME, wait 'til you see the view outside OUR cabin windows!  Get to know us at www.1800hocking.com. with information and pictures. Reserve your flight online today at www.hockinghills.com/airtours. Saddle the sky....giddyup and fly !"

JACKSON LAKE CAMPGROUND & PARK

3715 Cedar Hill Road NW
Canal Winchester, Oh 45750
614-837-2656
www.jacksonlakepark.com

We have 64 acres of pure relaxing fun, only 15 miles from downtown Columbus, Ohio, but worlds away from the hustle and bustle of city life and your key to fun.

Year- Round Camping * Cabin Rental * Swimming Pool * Corporate & Family Event Space Rental * Fishing * Game room * Volleyball * Basketball hoops * Horseshoes.  New this year:  Wi-Fi, Amish built playground, disc golf course, Cornhole, scheduled weekend activities, lower event, cabin and nightly camping rates.

LAZER CRAZE

http://www.lazerkraze.com
(740) 548-7788
459 Orange Point Drive
Lewis Center, OH 43035

Lazer Kraze, the Ultimate Laser Tag is the place for summer fun rain or shine.  Featuring the area’s largest and only Multi-level laser tag arena.  There's 7000 square feet of extreme battle space providing an intense interactive gaming experience unlike you have experienced before.  If that’s not enough fun try out the huge arcade, zero gravity inflatables featuring boxing, jousting and obstacle course or battle you friends face to face on your favorite xbox game in the galactic gaming room.  Lazer Kraze is fun for all ages and a great please for families to play together.  Mix the high tech of video games with physical activity for the best in summer fun.  Pick up your summer club passes, while supplies last for discounts all summer long.  There’s laser tag and now there’s Lazer Kraze.

LICE CENTERS OF OHIO

www.licecenters.com
614.436.LICE (5423)
2699 E. Main Street  Columbus, OH 43209

Getting rid of lice can be a frustrating, time consuming process. But you don’t
have to go through this struggle alone. For hassle-free lice removal, come to
the experts.

We offer our head treatment spray, household spray and special terminator comb to help you fight the battle or deter re-infestation. We offer FREE head screenings at schools, daycares, and camps. We help detect lice, treat it and educate schools and parents about lice transmission and proper treatment. Ask us about our group rates for treatment.

MARKIN FARMS ZIPLINE ADVENTURES

http://markinfarms.com/
937-465-0358
550 Twp Rd. 30 East, West Liberty, Ohio, 43357

Come Experience the Adventure! We offer a Zipline Canopy Tour consisting of 13 Ziplines and 5 High Rope Challenge Areas.  We also have a junior course available for ages 2 to 7.

Enjoy the beauty of our 80 acre farm with your choice of several zipline packages. We offer both Sunset & Twilight zips which offer beautiful sunsets and spectacular views of the night sky. Nothing compares to the sights & thrills of our canopy tour high above the trees.  The most affordable zipline fun in Ohio - introductory price of only $45!!

MARMON VALLEY FARM SUMMER FUN DAYS

7754 State Route 292
Zanesfield, OH 43360
937-593-8000
www.marmonvalley.com

Marmon Valley Farm invites you to our Summer Family Days from 1 - 5 PM on July 21 & 28 and August 11th.  Admission for the day offers adventurous families trail  riding through acres of scenic countryside in the hills of Logan County, hayrides all afternoon, the climbing wall, plus swimming and paddle boating.  Visit dozens of farm animals and stop by the Play Barn kids play yard.  Sandwiches, chips, drinks and other snack foods will be available throughout the afternoon at the gift shop.

MENCHIE’S FROZEN YOGURT

www.menchies.com
(614) 339-5656
7545 Sawmill Road
Dublin, Ohio 43016

What’s the tastiest way to beat the heat this summer? Menchie's Frozen Yogurt, the ultimate frozen yogurt destination!  Frozen yogurt lovers can serve themselves from 12 daily flavors, choosing from over 30 dry toppings and choice of fruits, sweets and hot toppings.

Menchie's do-it-yourself frozen yogurt bar is just as tasty as it is fun. Just follow the 4-step rule:

1. Mix
2. Weigh
3. Pay
4. Yumm!

Enjoy a cool treat after a day at the pool, park, Columbus Zoo or Zoombezi Bay.  Zoo and Zoombezi  Bay members get a special discount.  Check your membership benefits!  Ask about our birthday parties, too!

NEW CENTURY, CSA

www.newcenturycsa.com
740-207-1073
7370 Bell Station Rd.  Circleville, OH 43113

New Century, CSA produces fresh local produce throughout the late spring and summer months.  CSA members receive a weekly delivery of a variety of produce items during the season. Each weekly order can be completely customized to meet each members needs.

OHIO CAVERNS

www.ohiocaverns.com
937.465.4017
2210 East State Route 245 West Liberty, Ohio 43357

Ohio Caverns is one of Ohio's most popular tourist attractions. The caverns remain a steady 54 degrees year round featuring some of the most colorful crystals in America. Guests from around the world come to experience the 35 acre park for an all-day family fun adventure.

OHIO STATE FAIR

http://www.ohiostatefair.com/
888-OHO-EXPO (toll-free)
717 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43211

The Ohio State Fair has been a favorite family tradition since 1850! Enjoy a variety of activities and exhibits including interactive educational activities, sporting competitions, a fine arts show, free entertainment stages, a free petting zoo, helicopter rides, a farm animal delivery room, roving performers, agricultural competitions, more than 100 fun rides, horse shows, an eight-acre natural resources park with free kiddie fishing and much more! You won't be able to resist all your favorite Fair goodies from any of the 189 food vendors.
 

OHIO STATE PARKS

2045 Morse Rd, C-3
Columbus, OH  43229
866-OHIOPARKS (866-644-6727)
www.ohiostateparks.org
www.facebook.com/ohiostateparks
www.twitter.com/ohiostateparks

Ohio State Parks have 75 locations around the state that offer an endless variety of year-round recreational opportunities, such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, bicycling, picknicking and golf.  56 Family campgrounds offer camping experiences that range from full hook-up to primitive, non-electric sites * Vacation cottages, getaway rentals, and resport lodges are the perfect setting for a family vacation or romantic getaway.  This year, make an Ohio State Park your vacation or getaway destination.

PURPLE DOG ART STUDIO

28 S. High St.
New Albany, OH 43054
614-245-4192

Email: spot@purpledogart.com
www.purpledogart.com
http://www.facebook.com/purpledogartstudio

School's out and that can only mean one thing…Time for Purple Dog Art Camp. A dynamic experience that sparks creativity and individual expression. Space is limited…so sign up now! M-F, 9am - Noon or 1-4pm, K-8th Grade. One week sessions include art supplies, instruction, light snack and a Purple Dog tee.

If you can’t join us for summer, it’s never too early to think about Fall  – Registration for after school art class is available online now!

SENECA CAVERNS

www.senecacavernsohio.com
419-483-6711
15248 East Township Road 178
Bellevue, OH 44811

Spelunk the depths of Seneca Caverns, Bellevue, Ohio and follow the natural limestone path and view the subterranean crystal clear “Ole Mist’ry River”, fossils and more on a one-hour guided tour. “The Caviest Cave in the USA” is a fascinating geological wonder. Shop at Hollowrock Gifts. Pan for gemstones at Seneca Mining Company. Mention this ad and receive $1.00 off adult, junior and/or child admission. Limit 4 people. Open daily Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day. Weekends only in May and September to mid-October.

SKATE FOR HOPE

www.skateforhope.org
740-917-9105
169 Smokewood Ct.
Powell, Ohio 43065
 

On June 16th, every chair in the Nationwide Arena represents funding for cancer research.  Every ticket sold will help find a cure.  Please join us June 16th at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio for Skate For Hope, a premier figure skating event benefitting breast cancer research & awareness.

Skate for Hope has raised over $370,000 for cancer research and donates its proceeds to the Stefanie Speilman Fund and the Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer.   

Tickets are on sale at www.skateforhope.org and at all Ticketmaster locations.  Lower bowl seats begin at $15.00. Tickets are also available at the door and the Nationwide Arena box office.

Olympic, World and National Champions join the cast to present a spectacular & inspiring show.

SPEND A DAY MARINA

www.spendaday.com
937-843-3036
9481 St. Rt. 708 N., Russells Point, Ohio 43348
 

Enjoy a day on Indian lake with the whole family!  Whether you are skiing or tubing, or relaxing and catching some fish, you are sure to have a day that won't soon be forgotten.  Our rental fleet is    never more than 2 years old and if you have never driven a boat, don't worry:)  Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will go through the operation of the boat with you before they send you out to    explore Indian Lake.  Remember we are and easy drive from the Columbus and Dayton areas.  Reservations are highly recommended. Mention this ad and get 10% off your rental!  Weekdays ONLY, weekends and holidays excluded.

WEJOYSING

15 Locations to serve you!
Business Office: P.O. Box 843
Grove City, OH 43123
614-868-0107
www.wejoysing.com
www.facebook.com/wejoysing
@wejoysing   (twitter)
 

Come, Discover how your baby, toddler, and preschooler learns and grows  through joy-filled musical play.  Together, you’ll share in a wealth of musical activities that will stimulate your child’s emotional, intellectual,  cognitive, physical, musical, and social development.  What does all this mean?   PLAY, SING, LAUGH, and LEARN with your child at WeJoySing.  You’ll make new friends and create bonds that will last a lifetime.

WESTERVILLE MINI GOLF

www.westervilleminigolf.com
614-794-2670
450 W. Schrock Road
Westerville, Ohio 43081

We are located conveniently just east of I-270 & Cleveland Avenue. Two 18 hole miniature golf courses weave between a 80,000 gallon pond with two crystal clear water falls. Both challenging and fun, the miniature golf course is fit for all ages and skill levels.

Readers of The Other Paper named our batting cages the "best batting cages in Columbus" We have 8 batting cages that include four slow pitch softball, and four baseball cages that range from 25 - 80 mph.

Come see why we are one of the best family entertainment facilities in the state!