CAP4Kids Columbus

02/22/2026

Registration for Franklin Park Conservatory Spring Nature School is now open! 🌿🪷 This unique, hands-on experience will allow your child to explore the conservatory and further their learning in science, language arts, math, art, and music! Spring Nature School is designed for children ages 3-5. Learn more and register at the link: https://buff.ly/I8fYsU3

02/22/2026

Entering kindergarten is an exciting time for both parents and kiddos! 🚌🎒It can also feel overwhelming trying to get ready and feel prepared to send your child off to school. Columbus Metropolitan Library has some great resources for families to feel ready to take on kindergarten! Read here: https://buff.ly/aaW5HEi

02/21/2026

Building self-esteem in young children is very important and greatly impacts their mental well being as they grow! 🧡 Things like bullying, pressure from adults, and social media can all play a part in negatively impacting a child's self-esteem. Check out Kids Mental Health Foundation for more on supporting your child's mental health: https://buff.ly/Z43ZrFn

02/21/2026

This Tuesday, join FACCES for Baby on Board Social Club! 🍼b This FREE event is a cozy, come-as-you-are gathering designed for expecting moms, new moms, seasoned moms with little ones, and the people who help care for them. This is a space to connect, laugh, share real stories, and talk honestly about self-care with caring for everyone else. Register and learn more at the link: https://tinyurl.com/44na4ynm

02/20/2026

Join us at the Columbus City Schools 10th annual Summer Opportunities and Engagement Fair this weekend! ☀️ Here you'll find summer camp, academic enrichment, and service hour opportunities! Come find us and say hi! Learn more here: https://buff.ly/9GD6KGy

02/20/2026

There's still time to enjoy some outdoor ice skating in Columbus (weather permitting)! ⛸️ Check out this list of local rinks: https://buff.ly/9okmFqn

02/19/2026

Headaches aren’t fun for anyone- least of all for kids. 🧠 While many people think of headaches as an “adult problem”, children experience them too. In fact, the National Headache Foundation reports that 1 in 5 US children ages 5-17 are prone to headaches. Check out this article from Nationwide Children's Hospital for some headache tips and tricks: https://buff.ly/aykF0cv

02/19/2026

Don't miss out! Registration for Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Outdoor Summer Recreation Camps opens today at noon! 🌳 These spots will fill up quick, so don't wait! Make sure to create an account before registration to make the process quicker. Sign up here: https://buff.ly/u110y1k

*Registration for Community Center and Therapeutic Recreation camps opens February 24th!

02/18/2026

Build your own pinecone bird feeder at Blacklick Woods! 🪺 On February 28th, drop in to learn about the different foods you can feed your local birds and then make your own feeder! More info at the link: https://buff.ly/Tf246Re

02/18/2026

The Strand Theatre is hosting a sensory-friendly movie night on the 4th Saturday of each month! 🎥🍿 The films will be shown with lights on and lower sound. The next showing is coming up on February 28th, and tickets will be $6 per person! Find more info at the link: https://buff.ly/iWDJ5sP

02/17/2026

Check out the upcoming adaptive adventures at the Blendon Woods inclusive playground! 🛝 The theme will be Pottery at the Playground. Attendees's can enjoy a fun day of play and create their own pinch pot with airdry clay! Find more information here: https://buff.ly/T2rDyTj

02/17/2026

Make your plans early for the March community day at Franklin Park Conservatory! 🌸 On March 1st, Franklin County residents will get FREE access to the conservatory. Learn more here: https://buff.ly/qddutyi

CAP4Kids (The Children’s Advocacy Project) was developed in 2005 as a way for healthcare providers, social workers, child advocates and parents and teens to find reliable, up-to-date information on community resources to help improve and enhance the lives of children and families. Each CAP4Kids ci...