Winter 2026 Activity Guide

THE PLAY SPOT | 1.5-5 YRS Led by a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist and Occupational Therapist, this fun, play-based class boosts motor skills, language and social development. Each week, kids explore sensory bins, create crafts, enjoy music and movement, listen to stories and tackle obstacle courses, all through engaging themes. Follow us @theplayspotclass to see the fun and check out upcoming themes! If this class fills, an 11 am session may be added—join the waitlist to stay informed. 145000 A 10-10:45 am W 1/14-2/18 BCCC, Level 5, Event Center C $258 R-BCCC M | $309 NR O 6 sessions ARDUINO LEGO ROBOT ADVENTURES 4-12 YRS Robot Academy Unlock your child’s creativity with this fun, hands-on coding and robotics program! Using the Arduino LEGO robot, kids tackle thrilling challenges like competing in BattleBot showdowns and strategizing in LEGO jousting. Designed to boost STEM skills, this program teaches coding, problem solving and teamwork, giving your child the tools they need to thrive in today’s tech driven world. 122119 A 9:30 am-12:30 pm Sa 3/7 BCCC, Level 2, Program Room A $93 R-BCCC M | $111 NR LITTLE MEDICAL SCHOOL | 4-7 YRS Amazing Athletes In this NEW program, kids explore the exciting world of medicine through hands-on activities like using a stethoscope, discovering what’s inside a doctor’s bag, learning first aid and practicing how to call 911. They dive into topics like broken bones, X-rays, germs, and handwashing—and even dress up like real surgeons! They get to take home their stethoscope and other supplies. 211650 A 6-6:30 pm Th 1/29-2/19 BCCC, Level 2, Art Room $83 R | $100 NR O 4 sessions BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE CHESS | 5-13 YRS Kyle Jones, Jones Chess Academy Students learn chess rules, strategies, tournament procedures and etiquette to confidently play casual or competitive games. Ideal for new or novice players, this class builds a strong foundation. Each session begins with instruction on world champion openings, middle-game ideas, endgame patterns and key tactics. In the second half, students apply what they learn by playing in a weekly club tournament against classmates. 212855 A 5:30-6:15 pm Tu 1/13-2/10 212855 B 5:30-6:15 pm Tu

YOUTH AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE | 5-10 YRS Columbus Speech & Hearing Center This beginner-friendly course introduces kids to the fundamentals of American Sign Language (ASL) in a fun, interactive setting. Participants learn essential conversational signs and gain insight into Deaf culture and history through engaging group activities and hands-on practice. Designed to promote communication, inclusion and cultural understanding, this class offers a supportive environment where youth can build meaningful ASL skills and connect with others who share an interest in learning sign language. 141595 A 3:15-4:15 pm M

YOUTH

1/26-4/13 (skip 2/16, 3/16)

BCCC, Level 2, Program Room B $143 R-BCCC M | $172 NR DIY NAIL POLISH | 10+ YRS Sarah Krosse

10 sessions

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Express yourself by mixing pigments and sparkles to create custom nail polishes that accentuate your personal style. Keep it classy with shimmery pinks, represent your team with a deep red (or blue – no judgment here), then go rogue with a glow in-the-dark neon green chunky glitter polish. There’s no such thing as too much nail polish because you can always share with a friend! Participants make at least one bottle of nail polish. 441014 A 6-7 pm F 2/20 BCCC, Level 2, Art Room $5 R-BCCC | $6 NR FAMILY AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 5-16 YRS & ADULT(S) The Columbus Speech & Hearing Center This Family ASL class provides opportunities for families to have fun learning ASL together. Classes includes instructions and hands on group activities. If you have Deaf family members, a family member with communication issues or you just want to learn ASL as a family, this class is for you. All children must be accompanied by at least one adult, but all family members are welcome. Price is per family; register one child per family, but multiple children welcome. 141601 A 10-11:30 am Sa

2/17-3/24 (skip 3/17)

BCCC, Level 5, Event Center C $145 R-BCCC M | $174 NR

1/17-3/28 (skip 3/21)

5 sessions

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BCCC, Level 2, Program Room B $250 R-BCCC M/Family $300 NR/Family

10 sessions

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