Columbus boasts a fun lineup of family-friendly events this week

Looking for family-friendly events to keep the kids busy this week?

From a book festival to lightsaber fencing, there's plenty to do when it comes to opportunities for learning and fun. Read on for a rundown of what to do this week.

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2019 Ohioana Book Festival

This is the 13th annual Ohioana Book Festival and this year's event features over 150 authors. You will have an opportunity to meet authors and purchase your favorite books. Food trucks will be available as well.

When: Saturday, April 27, 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Columbus Metropolitan Main Library, 96 S. Grant Ave.
Price: Free
Click here for more details, and to get your tickets

Up to 62 Percent Off Paintball Outing

Paintball is the ultimate sport of colorful warfare, and this first Groupon deal invites those who enjoy the activity to plan their strategy on one of three themed fields. All necessary gear is included with this deal.

Where: Battlegrounds Paintball, 3919 Brice Road
Price: $21 for Two (65 percent discount off regular price); $57 for Four (52 percent discount off regular price)
Click here for more details, and to score this deal

Up to 73 Percent Off Fencing Lightsaber Classes

Attention Star Wars fans, this Groupon deal combines the basic of fencing with those awesome lightsaber moves in the Star Wars films. This is the ultimate deal for any child who wants to mimic Luke Skywalker himself. Classes are available on Monday and Wednesday evenings.

Where: Royal Arts Fencing Academy, 5770 Westbourne Ave.
Price: $27 for Four Classes (64 percent discount off regular price); $36 for Eight Classes (76 percent discount off regular price)
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40 Percent Off One Month of Taekwondo Classes

Do you have a child interested in learning Taekwondo? This deal from Groupon provides one month of unlimited classes at White Dragon Taekwondo. Let your youngster explore this martial art without fear of a long-term commitment.

Where: White Dragon Taekwondo, 2703 Northland Plaza Drive
Price: $90 (40 percent discount off regular price)
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67 Percent Off Introductory Fencing Lessons

Finally, this Groupon deal introduces those interested in learning how to fence to the fundamentals of this swordplay. The classes are for either ages 5-8 or ages 8 and up. Purchasers of this deal can choose from four, eight or twelve one-hour lessons.

Where: Royal Arts Fencing Academy, 5770 Westbourne Ave.
Price: $25 for Four Lessons (67 percent discount off regular price). More options available.
Click here for more details, and to take advantage of this deal

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