The Kokomo Post Kids: Weekly Fun Guide - Sept. 30
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, Sept. 30, 2024
New Baby Bunch at the Kokomo-Howard County Public Library South Branch | 9:30 to 11 a.m.
1755 E. Center Road, Kokomo, IN 46902 | (765) 453-4150
For caregivers of babies 0-12 months old and older siblings
The New Baby Bunch meets weekly on Mondays at KHCPL South. This group is a great place to meet fellow caregivers. Being a first-time parent or caregiver can be difficult so this group is available to all looking for friendship, support, and the chance to share in their parenting journey. You can view all of the events happening at our libraries by visiting its website and clicking on the “events” tab.
Tuesday, Oct. 1, 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. Today from 10:30-11:30 a.m. there will be a puppy party with opportunities to pick a stuffed puppy (while supplies last), decorate collars and puppy carriers, and more! There are so many opportunities to play and learn at this free, public resource center. The play space includes toys, buildings that inspire imaginative play and learning activities that encourage hands-on play and building construction/engineering. Follow the Very Early Childhood Education Center on Facebook for more information.
Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024
Watch a Movie at AMC Classic Kokomo 12
1530 E. Boulevard, Kokomo, IN 46902 | (877) 262-4450
Fun for the whole family
Did you know that Matinee shows before 4 p.m. at our AMC Kokomo are up to 25% off the regular ticket prices? You can save a little money while having some fun! The adults can enjoy their choice of movies this week but families can see “The Wild Robot,” “Transformers One” and “The Forge.” While “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” and “It Ends With Us” will be playing for our PG-13 audiences. You can find showtimes and purchase tickets online by visiting the Kokomo AMC Classic 12 website.
Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024
Kindermusik at Kokomo-Howard County Public Library South Branch | 10 to 10:30 a.m.
315 Mesa Drive, Russiaville, IN 46979 | (765)883-5112
For children ages 18 months-3 years oldKHCPL offers many activities for little ones to help with literacy and cognitive development. Kindermusik is offered at varying times and multiple of our KHCPL locations. If you’ve never attended before, it’s a short and engaging experience where toddlers get to sing, dance, and play musical instruments. For more information on Kindermusik and other KHCPL Events, visit the KHCPL Website.
Friday, Oct. 4, 2024
First Friday Events Downtown
Downtown will be FULL of FUN this Friday for the whole family. It’s the best time of the month to stop by your favorite downtown Kokomo shops and establishments, but there will be candy and fun on every corner. Just to name a few can’t miss events happening this evening: The Kokomo Post Party, The Mad Scientists Lab at the Kokomo-Howard County Public Library Main Branch, and Trick or Treating at Kokomo Grace United Methodist Church, so get dressed up and head downtown on Friday night!
Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024
Chess Club at the Carver Community Center | 4 to 6 p.m.
1030 N. Purdum St., Kokomo, IN 46901 | (765) 457-9318The Carver Center is excited to offer the chance for local youth to learn and grow their chess skills and strategy. All ages and skill levels are welcome, but please bring your own board if you have one. Chess club is another benefit of your Carver Community Center membership with discounted rates. Others we aren’t members are welcome to join in for just $10 per week or $15 per month. Parents are encouraged to stay and play too. You can follow the Carver Center’s Facebook Page for updates or give the center a call for more information and to get registered.
Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024
Play Pinball at Scanlines Arcade | 3 to10 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 of 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.
