The Kokomo Post Kids: Weekly Fun Guide - Feb. 3
It’s easy to say that Kokomo is so boring when you don’t know what’s going on in town. Even our kids love telling us how dull life can get when your days all look the same. We’re here with a new weekly fun calendar, hoping to encourage you and your family to try something new and experience more of what Kokomo has to offer. Here’s something you can do with your kids every day this week! Take a look and tell them we sent you!
Monday, Feb. 3, 2025
Winter Blues Busters at the Kokomo-Howard County Public Library Main Branch
4 to 5 p.m. | Children’s Department
220 N. Union St., Kokomo, IN 46901 | (765) 457-3242Our friends at the Kokomo-Howard County Public Libraries are trying to help us all beat the winter blues with a series of special winter programs. This week the Winter Blues Busters bring us a special opportunity for youth to build their own bird house and feed our feathered friends during the cold months. Winter Blues Busters programs are happening weekly at KHCPL Main in hopes of brightening the dark days of winter. Learn more about this program by visiting the KHCPL Website.
Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025
Visit the Kirkendall Interpretive Nature Center at Jackson Morrow Park
2 to 5 p.m. | 4200 S. Park Road, Kokomo, IN 46902 | (765) 456-7275
Fun for the whole family
The Kirkendall Nature Center is currently operating on its winter schedule with open hours on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. The nature center is home to many Kokomo Parks and Recreation Department (KPRD) programs and activities, including creature features throughout the year. If you’ve never visited, it’s a great place to learn more about local wildlife species, plants, and insects. In addition to preserved and live animals, the nature center has games, books, and other hands-on activities for the whole family to enjoy.
Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025
Girls Who Code Book Club at the Kokomo-Howard County Public Library Main Branch
5 to 6:30 p.m. | The Discovery Center
220 N. Union St., Kokomo, IN 46901 | (765) 457-3242
For Girls in Grades 3-5Girls interested in technology and coding can join the Girls Who Code Book Club at the Kokomo-Howard County Public Library. The international organization connects youth with opportunities to explore coding in a supportive environment. The club meets monthly and welcomes new members with a free book, T-shirt, notebook, pen, and sticker. Participants read Learn to Code and Change the World by Reshma Saujani and complete a coding activity. For more details on this program, visit the KHCPL website.
Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025
Open Play at the Very Early Childhood Education Center
1608 Kirk Row, Kokomo, IN 46902 | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
https://www.facebook.com/Theveryearlychildhoodeducationcenter
Recommended for children ages 0-5 for kindergarten readiness
The Very Early Childhood Education Center, the ultimate play space for preschoolers, offers open play hours on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday each week. On Thursdays from 10:30 to 11 a.m., Rhum Academy of Music hosts a special music program for kids at the center. This free, public resource center provides many opportunities for play and learning. The play space includes toys, structures that inspire imaginative play, and hands-on learning activities that encourage building and engineering. Follow the Very Early Childhood Education Center on Facebook for more information.
Friday, Feb. 7, 2025
Ninja Warrior Night at Kokomo Flipsters | 4:30 or 5:30 p.m.
2378 W. Boulevard, Kokomo, IN 46902 | (765) 457-1965
For youth ages 4-12The first three Friday nights of each month (provided it's not a holiday weekend), youth are welcome to register for the American Ninja Warrior Night camps for just $15 per ninja. Two classes are offered, starting at 4:30 or 5:30 p.m., both lasting 55 minutes. Ninjas will train on the special ninja course located inside the Flipsters gym and practice martial arts, tumbling, and more. You can register using the iClassPro app. For more details about this camp, visit the Kokomo Flipsters website.
Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025
Wrangler’s Valentine’s Day Party | 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
2110 W. Alto Road, Kokomo, IN 46902
https://www.facebook.com/wranglerandfriendsHere's your chance to enjoy a special Valentine’s Day event with Wrangler and Friends! Nothing says Valentine’s Day more than spaghetti on the farm. Visit with Wrangler and his friends on Saturday, Feb. 9 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Your children will enjoy dinner, crafts, and the opportunity to create a Valentine’s box! Register HERE to reserve your child’s spot at the party.
Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025
Play Pinball at Scanlines Arcade | 3 to 10 p.m.
2320 Valentine Drive, Kokomo, IN 46902
Fun for all ages
Share the nostalgia of playing at the arcade with your family this week. Scanlines Arcade is located just off Dixon Road and is open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays for a ton of fun. The arcade has many pinball games, but also some classic and new arcade games made to test your skills. Be sure to check Scanline Arcade’s Facebook page for any last-minute updates or announcements.
What is on your family calendar this week? Leave us a comment below or on our social media pages so we can add it to our list! Check out our Kokomo Events Calendar for even more ways for you to experience Kokomo this week.
