Summer 2020 Virtual Programs

Erica Carlson entertains children and their families with balloon sculptures, magic shows, and more. For over 20 years, Erica has made life better for thousands of people in the Central Ohio area at private parties, company events, festivals, libraries, child care centers, and schools. She can teach workshops showing kids how to twist their own balloons, and she is even friends with the Easter Bunny!

About Erica

Based in Central Ohio, Erica is an author, magician, and balloon artist. She’s also a mom, wife, sister, daughter, and friend. Her goal is to be a positive and uplifting person to those she interacts with and help create fun memories.

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FAQs

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Contact

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Upcoming Events

Tuesday, May 27, 2025
  • Carnegie Public Library Kick-Off | 11:00 am - 2:30 pm
    301 E Market St Washington Court House, OH, United States
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    Come have fun kicking off the Summer Reading Program with Erica and Sedgie!

    11:00 The Hedgehog Mystery Magic Show at local church (address above)
    12:30-2:30 Balloon Twisting at Library 127 South North Street

  • Benny's Pizza | 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
    968 Columbus Ave, Marysville, OH 43040
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    Come enjoy a yummy dinner and get unique balloon creations from Erica as she goes from table to table!

Monday, June 2, 2025
  • Bellevue Public Library | 10:30 am - 11:30 am
    224 E Main St Bellevue, OH, United States
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    Program: Balloon Animal Art with Picasso the live Turtle

    Description: Come learn how to twist your own balloon creations to take home with you! Participants will also learn about the art of Pablo Picasso and Jeff Koons as well as meet Picasso the live box turtle, who claims to be the 5th Ninja Turtle.

    Recommended for ages 6+.

    Book sales offered after the program.

  • Clyde Public Library | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Clyde Public Library 222 W Buckeye St, Clyde, OH 43410, United States
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    Program: Balloon Animal Art with Picasso the live Turtle

    Description: Come learn how to twist your own balloon creations to take home with you! Participants will also learn about the art of Pablo Picasso and Jeff Koons as well as meet Picasso the live box turtle, who claims to be the 5th Ninja Turtle.

    Recommended for ages 6+.

    Book sales offered after the program.

Tuesday, June 3, 2025
  • Yellow Springs Community Library | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    415 Xenia Ave, Yellow Springs, OH 45387, United States
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    Program: Balloon Animal Art with Picasso the live Turtle

    Description: Come learn how to twist your own balloon creations to take home with you! Participants will also learn about the art of Pablo Picasso and Jeff Koons as well as meet Picasso the live box turtle, who claims to be the 5th Ninja Turtle.

    Recommended for ages 6+.

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