The Kokomo Post Kids: Weekly Fun Calendar
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, July 8, 2024
Open Play at the Very Early Childhood Education Center
1608 Kirk Row, Kokomo, IN 46902 | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. | (765) 252-3995
Recommended Ages 0-5 Kindergarten Readiness
The ultimate play-space for preschoolers, the Very Early Childhood Education Center has open play hours on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday each week. With each visit, children receive a free book and age appropriate learning activity. There are so many opportunities to play and learn at this free, open to the public resource center. Their play space includes toys, buildings that inspire imaginative play, and learning activities that encourage hands-on play and building construction/engineering. Follow them on Facebook for more information.
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Bubble Wonders
Tuesday, July 9 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at KHCPL Russiaville-Outdoor Classroom
Tuesday, July 9 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at KHCPL Main-Meeting Rooms A & BThe Kokomo-Howard County Public Library does not disappoint in bringing back some of favorite events from past summers. Bubble Wonders is a fantastic bubble trick show for all ages. Your family will “ooohh” and “aaahhh” when they see bubbles like never before.
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Story Time on the Porch at the 4-H LEAD Center
Howard County 4-H Fairgrounds | 610 E. Payton St. Greentown, IN
July 8-11 at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.
When you visit the Howard County 4-H Fair with your family next week be sure to stop by the 4-H LEAD Center for Story Time on the Porch, Monday-Thursday at 2 p.m. or 6 p.m. All are welcome to Storytime on the Porch as it inspires literacy in new subjects like agriculture and encourages kids to read anywhere they’d like to. You can visit the 4-H LEAD Center anytime during office hours to learn more about the 4-H Program and purchase 4-H merchandise. You can learn a little more about 4-H and see the daily events happening at the fair in this article.
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Foam Happy Party | Thursday, July 11 from 10 a.m. to noon
1755 E. Center Road, Kokomo, IN 46902 | KHCPL South Outdoor Firefly StageAnother Summer favorite, the Foam Happy Party is definitely a can’t miss event. Your kids will have so much fun in the bubbles of the foam cannon. To keep everyone safe, the event has been broken down into age group categories and time segments where each age group has their own time in the foam. Children up to age 4 will begin promptly at 10 am. Swimsuits or light clothing and water shoes are recommended, but don’t forget your towels
Friday, July 12, 2024
Go on a bike ride with KokoGo Bike Share | 1-9 p.m.
307 S. Main Street, Kokomo, IN 46901 | (765) 431-1513
Fun for the whole family
Our local bike share is open for the season. Get ready to KokoGO! This is a great way to explore downtown Kokomo with family or friends. To check out a bike rental you must be 18 years old, provide a state-issued ID, and have a credit/debit card held on file in case fees. The bike share has expanded to offer adult, children’s, trikes, tagalong, and tandem bikes as well as helmets and bike locks. You can find more details on the City of Kokomo-Parks Department Website.
Saturday, July 13, 2024
Attend the 2024 Peru Amateur Circus
154 N Broadway St, Peru, IN 46970 | (765)472-3918
https://www.perucircus.com/From July 12-20, this spectacular annual event showcases the talent of Peru Amateur Circus students ages 7-21 years old. The circus coincides with The Circus City Festival ending with a grand parade on the final day. Visit the Peru Amateur Circus Website for ticket information and a full schedule.
Sunday, July 14, 2024
Visit the Kirkendall Interpretive Nature Center at Jackson Morrow Park
1 p.m.-4 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 their summer schedule with open hours Tuesday through Sunday. The nature center is home to many Kokomo Parks and Recreation Department (KPRD) activities including creature features throughout the summer months. If you’ve never visited the nature center, it is a great place to learn more about local wildlife species, plants and insects. In addition to the preserved and live animals, the nature center has games, books, and other hands-on activities for the whole family to enjoy.
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.
