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Virtual Backpack

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Grow & Glow FREE Community Festival

Grow & Glow is THIS Sunday, February 2, 12–4 p.m. at Minerva Park Middle School.  A FREE, family-friendly festival hosted by the Westerville Education Foundation! Highlights include food trucks, a visit from the Columbus Zoo, student performances, Westerville Library Storytime, hands-on activities, a summer camp showcase, and so much more!

WACKY - Kid & Youth Art Workshops

The Arts Council of Westerville hosts WACKY - Kid & Youth Art Workshops every third Wednesday of the month from 6pm - 8pm at the Point at Otterbein.

Arts & Sciences Summer Exploration

The Ohio State University Arts & Sciences Summer Exploration Program offers week-long academic enrichment programs for middle and high school students (rising 7th – 12th graders).

Physical Comedy Classes for Kids

In this 7 week class, we use theater games and improv to create a safe and supportive space for children to take physical creative risks as they share their imaginative silliness and creativity.

Wizard Camp 2025

In this 5-day camp, young wizards use theatrics of improvisation, innovative storytelling and crafting with found objects to create a wizarding world of fun.

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Classroom Antics summer camps, for kids 7-14 years old, are designed to inspire creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving through fun and interactive projects. We keep minds active and engaged throughout summer.

WCSD 19th Annual LEGO Competition

Saturday, March 15, 2025, Westerville North High School's Main Gymnasium. Open to Westerville City School and St. Paul students in grades K-8. $10 entry fee.

i9 Sports: Springs Leagues (Kids ages 3-14)

Spring soccer, flag football, t-ball/baseball, volleyball, and tennis leagues for kids ages 3-14. Leagues begin March 30th. Deadline to register is February 21st.

WYBSL Registration Information

Registration for the 74th year of the Westerville Youth Baseball & Softball League opens January 31st. Practices begin in April, games in May and the season concludes by early July.

Battle of the Bands

Now accepting submissions! Teens, showcase your musical talents by auditioning for Battle of the Bands. Enter a video of your best performance for a chance to share your musical ability with a live audience. Westerville Public Library Uptown and made possible in part by the Westerville Area Chamber Music & Arts Festival. (Learn More)

First page of the PDF file: VolunteerWithUs

We provide educational services on a mobile classroom for K-12 students in the Westerville community. Several volunteer shifts are available, offering a rewarding opportunity to help students with homework, reading, and more.

Westerville Public Library Gets LOUD!

FEBRUARY 17 - Library Gets LOUD! - Glide on over to the big musical bash of the year. Shimmy, hum, or strum your way through the library with family-friendly activities for all ages.

Celebrate the Arts Writing Contest 2025

Writing Contest - Writers, use your imagination and share your creativity in this contest for all ages. See your writing in a library book! Win great prizes! Accepting submissions through March 1.

Young Writers' Studio (Spring 2025)

Join us for fun evenings filled with writing, laughter, and new friends! Thurber House's Young Writers' Studio is back this January with more creative ways to expand your writing and learn new skills.

YWCA KIDS PLACE: Before & Afterschool Care

NOW ENROLLING! Our programs are conveniently located at your child’s elementary school to promote consistency and ease the transition between school and afterschool.

A free tutoring program for grades K-5

A free tutoring program for grades K-5 called Tutors for Tots. Offering help with all subjects and electives like art and music. Tutoring sessions take place at the Westerville Public Library every Monday and Wednesday.

First page of the PDF file: BeWISEResidentialCampFlyer

Be WISE Residential STEM Camp for girls entering the 7th & 8th
grade in the fall of 2025. June 15-20, 2025 at Muskingum University.

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