❄️KICK OFF WINTER WITH OBERLINKIDS! ❄️

Join us for a morning of FREE family photos, winter-themed fun, hands-on learning activities, and opportunities to connect with other local families and community organizations!

Capture special family memories with a traditional winter-themed family portrait or step inside our NEW Life-Size Snow Globe for a fun, interactive photo experience!

Explore a variety of winter-themed, hands-on learning and activity stations hosted by our amazing Community Partners. There's something for everyone to enjoy!

Everything is completely FREE, including your digital family photos! Photos will be emailed after the event so you can download, print, and share them with family and friends.

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❄️ EVENT DETAILS ❄️

📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026

⏰ 10:00 a.m. – Noon

📍 NEW LOCATION FOR 2026!

Oberlin Engagement and Activity Center (OEAC)
Former Prospect School
36 S. Prospect St., Oberlin, OH

We're excited to have a much larger space this year! Families can spread out and explore activities throughout the gym, hallways, and OberlinKids Community Classroom.

❄️Please complete the registration form below to help us plan for the event ❄️

❄️2026 Family Photo Registration Form❄️

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📸 FREE FAMILY PHOTOS 📸

We're offering TWO fun ways to capture family memories this year!

Traditional Family Portraits: Enjoy a quick family photo session in front of a beautiful, neutral backdrop.

NEW! Life-Size Snow Globe Photos: Step inside our giant snow globe for a fun, playful, and interactive winter photo experience!

Photography opportunities are limited. We will accommodate as many families as possible during the event. Priority will be given to OberlinKids Families and families residing in the Oberlin City School District with children from birth through kindergarten.

If photography spots fill, your family may be placed on a waitlist. Even if you don't receive a photo session, you're still welcome to attend and enjoy all the FREE activities!

Registration confirmation and reminder emails will be sent by Wednesday, November 18th.

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❄️❄️FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS❄️❄️ 

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What should we wear for family photos?

Whatever makes your family happy! Some families dress up, coordinate outfits, wear matching pajamas, or come in their everyday clothes.

Our traditional photo backdrop is neutral and winter-themed, so a variety of outfits will look great! See our 2026 photo backdrop.

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How does the photography line work?

We don't schedule individual photo appointments. Instead, families are added to the photographer's list in the order they check in at the event. While you wait, enjoy non-messy activities set up in the waiting area. Families who preregistered for the event will have priority on the waitlists.  Please arrive before 11:30 a.m. Photos are subject to availability and not guaranteed.

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Can we take photos in both the traditional setting and the snow globe?

You can indicate your interest in both experiences when registering. Availability will depend on the number of families attending and the time available. We plan to offer families both photo options as long as time allows. 

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What if we don't want family photos or only want our child photographed?

No problem! Family photos are completely optional. You're welcome to enjoy the other activities, and you can let us know your photography preferences when registering or checking in.

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What if my child is sensitive to noise or crowds?

We want every family to feel welcome and comfortable! Please share any accommodations your child may need at the bottom of this registration form and when you arrive. We'll do our best to make the experience enjoyable for your family.

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When will we receive our photos?

Our photographer will make any necessary edits to the photos after the event, and we'll email the digital images as soon as they're ready, typically within two weeks.

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What if we've never attended an OberlinKids event before?

You're welcome to come check it out! We love meeting new families. Whether you're coming for the photos, learning activities, to attend a fun family event, or just to see what OberlinKids is all about, we're excited to have you join us!

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What should I expect the event to be like?

Check out our 2025 Family Photo & Winter Fun Day photo gallery!

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What is there to do during the event? 

• Visit the gym for a variety of hands-on learning activities meant to give you ideas for ways you can inspire learning while you play at home. 

• Learn about local organizations that partner with OberlinKids and the resources they offer the community

• Explore and Play in the OberlinKids Community Classroom. 

• Follow the Story Stroll Posters along the hallway to enjoy a funny winter story as you walk!

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How Do I Enter to Win Door Prizes? 

Families can earn entries into our door prize drawings by participating in the following:

       1.  Come to the Event! Every family who joins us for the fun is entered for a chance to win.

       2.  Pre-register for the event! Complete the registration form below to let us know you are coming.

       3.  Join OberlinKids! New eligible families who complete their child's first FREE On Track for Kindergarten Check-In will earn BONUS entry

       4.  Update your child's On Track for Kindergarten Check-In! Every attending child with a Check-In completed within the past six months gets a BONUS entry.

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When was my child's last Check-In?  

Email jkeathley@oberlinkids.org, and Jenn will be happy to check!

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What is OberlinKids

OberlinKids connects families with FREE learning opportunities, community events, literacy resources, playgroups, and personalized support to help children grow, learn, and get ready for kindergarten.

Families are eligible if they:

• Live within the Oberlin City School District.

• Plan to enroll or open-enroll their child in Oberlin City Schools.

• Attend a partner early learning center, including OECC, Kendal Early Learning Center, or Oberlin Elementary School Preschool.

Learn more and complete your child's FREE On Track for Kindergarten Check-In.

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Is everything really FREE?

YES! All direct OberlinKids programs, events, activities, and resources are completely FREE, thanks to the generous support of our grant funders and donations. There is no catch, no fees, no obligations, and no requirement to participate in other activities. We're here to help families connect, play, learn, and grow! All we ask is that you complete your child's On Track Check In at least once a year to keep an eye on your child's growth and readiness. If everything is On Track—great! If there are any concerns, we are happy to make recommendations for activities you can use at home to practice skills, share resources that are available, connect you to any providers that you are interested in reaching out to for further support, or help you with whatever YOU want help with.  We never require you to do anything. We offer individualized support to those who want it. Some additional services, such as medical care, therapy, childcare, or professional services, may have costs or use your insurance coverage. Often there are subsidies or financial support options available. 

We believe every child deserves access to joyful, high-quality learning experiences, regardless of their family's ability to pay, and we do whatever we can to help provide equitable and accessible options.

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Have other questions?

Reach out to Jenn Keathley—-Call or text 440-371-0113 Email jkeathley@oberlinkids.org