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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Upcoming Events

Sunday, July 13, 2025
  • Olentangy Caverns | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    1779 Home Rd, Delaware, OH 43015
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    🦔✨ Superhero Hedgehog Magic + Kids Market at Olentangy Caverns! ✨🦔

    🗓 Sunday, July 13
    🕐 1 PM – 3:30 PM – Made by Me Market: Young entrepreneurs shine! From 1–3:30 PM, kids aged ≤17 can set up booths and sell their original crafts, baked goods, lemonade, homegrown veggies and more at a special kids-only market .
    🕒 3 PM – Superhero Hedgehog Magic Show with Erica Carlson and her live, real-life hedgehog sidekick Sedgie the Hedgie, featuring delightful, family-friendly tricks sure to amaze!

    📍 Location: Olentangy Caverns, 1779 Home Road, Delaware, OH 43015

    Bring your little superheroes for a double dose of fun: creative entrepreneurship and magical marvels with Sedgie! 🌟

    🛍️ Shop the wares of budding vendors at their booths (1–3:30 PM), then gather at 3 PM for the hedgehog magic show.

Monday, July 14, 2025
  • CML Southeast Branch | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    3980 S Hamilton Rd, Groveport, OH 43125
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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+.

Tuesday, July 15, 2025
  • Lyman-Pomeroy Beverly Public Library | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
    9 McIntosh St, Beverly, OH 45715, 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+.

  • Benny's Pizza | 6:00 pm - 8:30 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!

Wednesday, July 16, 2025
  • Delaware County District Library Main Branch | 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm
    84 E Winter St Delaware, OH, United States
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    Program: The Magic Duel with Erica Carlson and Magic Nate

    Come see two talented magicians share their gifts to create lots of laughter and gasps of amazement. Erica and Magic Nate will perform together in a family-friendly show to entertain and inspire with thrilling tricks and Sedgie the Hedgie, the live hedgehog!

    Recommended for all ages!

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