The GUIDE PARKS AND RECREATION GUIDE
JULY-AUGUST 2025
Online and office registration begins Monday, June 30.
Welcome to the Source!
The Source highlights Parks and Rec. programs, activities and amenities. See page 12 for a list of classes. For additional details, access the registration system at bit.ly/gcpReg or view an activity guide as a pdf online at bit.ly/gco.Source.
The CivicRec registration system and website allows people to find information and register online where they can sort classes by age, type of program and day of the week.
Online viewing allows users to personalize options to fit their families’ schedules and interests while accessing fresher, more accurate information.
Visit bit.ly/gcpReg or go to GroveCityOhio.gov and follow prompts from the Parks & Rec. page.
Questions? Staff are available to help! For preschool, youth and adult programs, call or visit the Kingston Center, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday. For programs and activities for ages 55+, call or visit the Evans Center, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday.
Walk-in registration and payment are available at both locations. Payment by phone is not available.
PARKS & RECREATION OFFICES
Kingston Center 614-277-3050
3226 Kingston Ave.
General information and preschool, youth and adult class registration
Evans Center 614-277-1060
4330 Dudley Ave.
55+ information, class registration, connections for senior services
Gantz Farmhouse .............614-277-3058
2255 Home Road
Herb garden and Gardens at Gantz Farm Volunteer information
Gantz Preschool Center ...614-871-6330
2259 Home Road
RecSchool and preschool programs
Weather Hot Line .............614-277-3060
Status updates on team sports practices and games.
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KEY CITY OFFICES
City Hall 614-277-3000
4035 Broadway Service 614-277-1100
3262 Ventura Blvd.
Public Safety/Police 614-277-1710
3360 Park St.
Parks and Recreation Inclement Weather Policy
Classes and programs may be canceled due to adverse conditions (road and playing surface conditions, lack of utilities, etc.).
• For updates, call 614-277-3060, visit GroveCityOhio.gov or check Parks & Rec. Facebook and Instagram accounts.
• Later updates due to incoming weather/condition changes are made to the phone line
• Participation is always at the discretion of a minor participant’s parent/ guardian or the adult participant.
Outdoor Sports/Activities
• Cancellations for evening activities are determined based on field conditions by 4 p.m. by Parks and Rec. personnel.
• Contests may be canceled later if incoming weather affects conditions. Call 614-277-3060 for updates.
• Do not use dirt or grass infields of closed fields as it may cause damage requiring repair and lead to further cancellations.
Indoor Sports/Activities
• Weekday classes and programs are canceled when the South-Western City Schools close due to dangerous road conditions.
• If conditions change, evening classes may be canceled at the discretion of Parks and Recreation personnel by 4 p.m.
• Weekend cancellations are made by 7 a.m., Saturday and 11 a.m., Sunday
Park Updates and Development
The City of Grove City strives to add to, improve and maintain parks and recreation facilities throughout the city, including expansion of the multi-use path system linking recreational, residential and commercial areas of Grove City.
2025 Current Projects
Fryer Park
• Further ball field improvements including enhanced grading and drainage and repair of paths and parking lot areas.
Gantz Park
• Construction of the Garden of the Five Senses, an inclusive, experiential garden for all abilities
Recently Completed
Gantz Park
• Construction of RecSchool preschool programming building
The Big Splash
• Improvements to pool shell, gutter grates and filtration system
Fryer Park
• Installation of turf on West Pod Fields
• Ball field improvements including new dugouts, shade structures and fencing, and enhanced grading and drainage
Quarry Park
• Installation of playground with accessible surface
• Pickleball and basketball courts with lights
• Shelter with plumbed restrooms
• Paved, looped path
Windsor Park
• Expansion of lighted, paved parking lot
• Addition of basketball courts on Babbert Way
Hoover Park
• Stabilization of the pond shoreline including erosion control and planting of native tree species
Windsor Park
• Dream Field Playground: replacement of accessible rubber surface.
Gantz Preschool Center
RecSchool and other nature-based preschool programs are back where they belong – Gantz Park.
The new 3,400-square-foot Gantz Preschool Center opened to RecSchool classes on April 9. For decades, the program operated at Gantz Park in a converted dairy barn from the park’s time as an operating farm, one of the oldest in southwestern Franklin County.
The structure was destroyed in 2022 after an established bat colony was discovered in the roof that caused contamination in the building. Several rooms in the Kingston Center were modified to house preschool programming while a new facility was planned and constructed.
The new building allows the program to provide nature-immersed study where children experience the woods, grassy areas and gardens that highlight the park. The building includes a patio looking Grant Run, the creek running through the park, so children can observe nature daily.
The department is excited to welcome another generation of new learners to Gantz Park with more even more learning space.
Path Improvements and Additions for 2025
• The Park at Beulah: Park Street to Beulah Park Drive (along West Water Run)
• Jackson Pike: Hawthorne Parkway to Scioto Meadows Boulevard
• Hoover Road bridge over I-71
• Quarry Park internal loop
Sports Leagues
Grove City offers various team sports for ages 5 through adult. Register online or in the Kingston Center during the assigned month. Spaces are limited; registration may close before the end of the month.
Pickleball Summer Ladder Leagues
Parks & Rec. is offering ladder leagues for a variety of ages and abilities. Play three games to 15 points or six games to 11 each week session. The top two players each week move up in the rankings and the bottom two move down, ensuring all participants are challenged and engaged throughout the season.
Register as an individual for the six-week leagues.
• Adult Men’s <3.5
6 games to 11 points
Mon., 8/4 to 9/8; 5:30-7 p.m.
Windsor Park
• Adult Men’s 3.5+
6 games to 11 points
Mon., 8/4 to 9/8; 7-8:30 p.m.
Windsor Park
• Adult Beginner <3.0
3 games to 15 points
Tue., 8/5 to 9/9; 5:30-6:30 p.m.
The Park at Beulah
• Adult Intermediate 3.0-3.8
3 games to 15 points
Tue., 8/5 to 9/9; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
The Park at Beulah
• Adult Advanced 3.8+
3 games to 15 points
Tue., 8/5 to 9/9; 7:30-8:30 p.m.
The Park at Beulah
REGISTER IN JULY
Fall Adult Softball
Grove City offers competitive and recreational softball leagues with a one-ball, one-strike starting count.
• Men's, Women's and Co-rec. 10-game season followed by a tournament starts late August.
$300 per team
Fryer Park
Tennis Ladder Leagues
Ages 16 and older compete as a single or in a doubles team in one of the new tennis leagues. Strive to improve your game as you move to a higher or lower court based on weekly performance.
• Beginner Singles
Ages: 16/up
Thu., 8/7 to 9/4; 6-8 p.m.
$30 (NR: $30)
Windsor Park Tennis Court 1
• Women’s <3.5
6 games to 11 points
Wed., 8/6 to 9/10; 5:30-7 p.m.
Windsor Park
• Women’s 3.5+
6 games to 11 points
Wed., 8/6 to 9/10; 7-8:30 p.m.
Windsor Park
• Thursday Beginner <3.0
3 games to 15 points
Thu., 8/7 to 9/11; 5:30-6:30 p.m.
The Park at Beulah
• Thursday Intermediate 3.0-3.8
3 games to 15 points
Thu., 8/7 to 9/11; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
The Park at Beulah
• Thursday Advanced 3.8+
3 games to 15 points
Thu., 8/7 to 9/11; 7:30-8:30 p.m.
The Park at Beulah
Fall Adult Cornhole
Teams of two compete in matches starting at 6 p.m.
• Recreational - Tuesdays
Competitive - Thursdays 6-week season starts late August.
$50 per team
Grove City Brewing Company
• Intermediate Singles
Ages: 16/up
Sat., 8/9 to 9/6; 8-10 a.m.
$30 (NR: $30)
Windsor Park Tennis Court 1
• Beginner Doubles
Ages: 16/up
Tue., 8/5 to 9/2; 6-8 p.m.
$60 per 2-person team
Windsor Park Tennis Court 1
• Intermediate Doubles
Ages: 16/up
Wed., 8/6 to 9/3; 6-8 p.m.
$60 per 2-person team
Windsor Park Tennis Court 1
REGISTER IN AUGUST
Fall Youth Volleyball
Grove City offers an indoor rec. volleyball experience for grades 3-12. Individuals are assigned to teams and practice one night per week for a month leading up to the season.
• Grades 3-4, Grades 5-6, Grades 7-8 and High School 8-game season followed by a tournament starts mid-late October.
$70 (NR: $75)
SWCS Facilities
Sports & Fitness
Keeping your mind and body active is important for health for all ages. Whether you are into self-guided activities like utilizing bike paths or enjoy group classes, Grove City Parks & Rec. has something for you!
Lead-up Sports and Fitness
Preschoolers build social skills while learning the fundamentals of sports.
• Jump Bunch
Ages: 1½-2; Wed., 7/9 to 8/13; 6-6:30 p.m.
Ages: 2-3; Wed., 7/9 to 8/13; 6:30-7 p.m.
Toddlers build coordination, balance, teamwork and motor skills during coachled activities that introduce sports-readiness skills and foundations of fitness.
• Sporties for Shorties Ages: 3-5
Wed., 7/9 to 8/13; 7-7:45 p.m.
Young children develop kicking, running, throwing and team skills through exciting lead-up sports activities and group games.
Preschool Team Sports
Grove City Parks & Rec. partners with Bally Sports to offer beginner team sports experiences for ages 3-4 in T-ball, soccer and basketball. Visit bit.ly/BallySportsGC for more information and to register.
Fall Adult Buddy Ball ($35 per player)
Register for the fall adult league for Buddy Ball 7/28 to 8/22. Sign up through Grove City Parks & Rec. at bit.ly/gcpReg to join a team. Coaches and “buddies” are also needed. Games are played Tuesday evenings 9/2 to 10/7 on the Mirolo Dream Field at Mount Carmel Stadium in Windsor Park.
• Zumba Toning
Thu., 7/10 to 7/31; 6-7 p.m. Thu., 8/7 to 8/28; 6-7 p.m.
Tone and sculpt muscles through cardio, muscle conditioning and toning with rhythm and coordination.
• Yoga
Tue., 7/1 to 7/22; 6-7 p.m. Tue., 8/5 to 8/26; 6-7 p.m.
Relax the body and calm the mind through Hatha yoga posture with breathing techniques.
Karate
• Peewee Beginner Ages: 4-7 Mon., 7/14 to 8/18; 5-5:30 p.m. Wed., 7/16 to 8/20; 5-5:30 p.m.
• Peewee Advanced Ages: 4-7 Mon., 7/14 to 8/18; 5:30-6 p.m. Wed., 7/16 to 8/20; 5:30-6 p.m.
• Beginner Ages: 8/up Mon., 7/14 to 8/18; 6-7 p.m. Wed., 7/16 to 8/20; 6-7 p.m.
• Advanced Ages: 8/up Mon., 7/14 to 8/18; 7-8 p.m. Wed., 7/16 to 8/20; 7-8 p.m.
Gymnastics
• Gymnastic Age: 3
Tue., 7/8 to 8/5; 5-5:30 p.m.
• Gymnastic Age: 4
Tue., 7/8 to 8/5; 5:30-6 p.m.
• Gymnastics Ages: 5 Tue., 7/8 to 8/5; 6-6:30 p.m.
• Gymnastics Ages: 5
Tue., 7/8 to 8/5; 6:30-7 p.m.
• Gymnastics Ages: 7-8
Tue., 7/8 to 8/5; 7-7:30 p.m.
Program Age Groups
õ Adaptive õ Preschool (1-5) õ Youth (5-17) õ Adult (18+) õ 55+/Senior
For full details on offerings and registration, visit bit.ly/gcpReg Register starting Mon., 6/30
Adaptive Programming
Grove City’s Adaptive and Inclusive Program provides opportunities for children and adults including veterans with disabilities through recreation and leisure activities with the belief that recreation should be accessible to every body and every ability including individuals with developmental, physical and invisible disabilities, or those who need adaptive equipment.
• Walk With a Doc All Ages
Sat., 7/5; 9-10 a.m. (Windsor Park)
Thu., 7/17; 6-7 p.m. (Windsor Park)
Sat., 8/2; 9-10 a.m. (Windsor Park)
Thu., 8/21; 6-7 p.m. (Fryer Park)
Experience a free walking program led by a healthcare provider as you safely walk/roll, learn about current health topics, and meet new people.
• Adaptive Craft Ages: 5/up
Wed., 7/23; 6-7 p.m.
Wed., 8/20; 6-7 p.m.
Creativity meets inclusivity as all skill levels and abilities make crafts that reflect the season.
• Adaptive Karaoke Ages: 8/up
Fri., 8/8; 6-7:30 p.m.
Sing, dance and enjoy friendship while taking turns singing favorite tunes or dancing to others.
• Literacy for Adults with Developmental Disabilities
Ages: 15/up
Tue., 7/22 to 8/12; 1-2 p.m.
Boost literacy skills through fun, interactive, art-based learning to improve comfort, mental health and participation in daily activities.
Adaptive Tennis
Learn tennis basics in a supportive, inclusive environment from a tennis instructor assisted by volunteers. Bring a tennis racket if you have one; some are available to borrow.
• Adaptive Tennis Mini-camps
Youth | Ages: 8-15: Mon.-Thu., 7/7 to 7/10; 6-6:45 p.m.
Adult | Ages: 16/up: Mon.-Thu., 7/7 to 7/10; 7-7:45 p.m.
Focuses on adaptive techniques tailored to participants’ unique needs. Through engaging drills, games and personalized instruction, players develop tennis abilities, improve coordination, and build confidence.
• Adaptive Tennis Lessons
Youth | Ages: 16/up: Mon., Tue., Thu., 7/21 to 7/31; 7-7:45 p.m.
Adult | Ages: 8-15: Mon., Tue., Thu., 7/21 to 7/31; 6-6:45 p.m.
Through engaging drills, games, and personalized instruction, players develop their tennis abilities, improve coordination and build confidence, all while having fun and connection with others.
Learn to Bike
Learning to ride a bicycle opens up a variety of opportunities for health and fitness as well as transportation and independence.
• Learn to Bike Clinics Ages: 4-6 & Ages: 7-15
Mon., Wed., 7/7 to 7/30; 6-7 p.m.
Tue., Thu., 7/8 to 7/31; 6-7 p.m.
Learn to ride a two-wheeled bike independently and safely using the All Kids Bike Learn-to-Ride Program. The step-by-step curriculum makes learning easy and fun. Supplied materials: helmet and purpose-built Strider 14x Bikes that eliminate the need for training wheels.
For full details on offerings and registration, visit bit.ly/gcpReg Register starting Mon., 6/30
Preschool & Out-of-school Programming
Children need spaces where they can feel free, safe and active while interacting with others. Grove City offers preschool programs that provide the foundations of group learning with a nature-based philosophy. Options vary from parent/adult-child activities to child-only classes.
PARK serves elementary school students by providing activities that keep them engaged, but without the structure of school. Each day includes arts and crafts as well as small- and large-muscle play.
Preschool
Preschool programs foster physical, mental and cultural development for children as young as 2. Participants build self-confidence, discover interests and develop age-appropriate skills while having fun in a brand new facility built with nature-based learning for young children in mind.
RecSchool
Ages 3-5 build academic, social, creative, physical and emotional skills in a child-centered group setting. Children connect with the environment through nature-based classroom experiences and frequent Adventure Days. Registration opens in February for the following school year (September-May). For info, visit bit.ly/GCRecSchool or call 614-871-6330.
PlayTots
Ages 2-3 with an adult explore a classroom setting filled with play-based learning opportunities including planned activities and circle time with reading and movement for an hour on Friday mornings, September-May.
RecCamp
Ages 3-4 gain independence and confidence while learning to work and play with others in a child-centered classroom setting through creative art, sensory exploration, social play and singing at circle time.
Ages: 3-4: Mon.-Thu., 7/7 to 7/10; 9-10:45 a.m.
Ages: 4-5: Mon.-Thu., 7/21 to 7/24; 9-10:45 a.m.
KinderCamp
Children eligible for kindergarten in September work on age-appropriate academic, social and physical skills to help prepare for entry into elementary school. Work is compiled into a book to bring home on the last day of class.
Ages: 5-6: Mon.-Thu., 7/28 to 7/31; 9-10:30 a.m.
PARK
After-school PARK offers a safe place for children in grades K-4 to stay physically, mentally and socially active when the South Western City Schools are in session.
The program operates MondayFriday, 2:30-6 p.m., at Buckeye Woods, J.C. Sommer, Highland Park, Monterey and Richard Avenue elementary schools.
Summer Day Camps
Are you ready for new adventures?
In addition to the popular Summer PARK program, Parks & Rec. is now offering weekly themed camps with deep dives into different subjects or types of activities. Visit bit.ly/gcpReg for details and to register.
Summer PARK offers full-day programming with field trips including to The Big Splash. Programs have limited spaces.
Stay Cool!
The Big Splash Family Aquatics Center, 2831 Southwest Blvd., is a city-owned water park serving residents of Grove City and Jackson Township seasonally Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. The park features a zero-depth entrance, water features, climbing walls and two large body slides.
Operating Hours
• Daily: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
2025 Operating Dates
Sat., 5/24-Mon., 9/1
Closed (SWCSD in session):
• 8/20-8/22; 8/25-8/29
Pass Rates
Passes are sold by individual only for ages 3/up. Children younger than 3 enter at no charge.
Season pass sales: bit.ly/gcpReg.
• Residents: $60
• Non-residents: $120 Day Passes
• Guest of member: $6*
• Walk up: $10
*Maximum 1 guest per member at $6; additional guests are $10.
Be Creative!
Grove City is full of creativity! Much like physical activity improves health, making things with your hands and performing, especially in a group, offers personal benefits that extend beyond the final product.
• KinderMusik
Tue.-Thu., 7/15 to 7/17
Tue.-Thu., 8/12 to 8/14
Ages: 1-3 with Adult: 9:30-10 a.m. Ages: 4-5: 10-10:45 a.m.
Interactive musical experiences support cognitive, social, physical and musical whole-child development.
• Family Game Night
Ages: 18/up with up to 3 of any age Tue., 7/8; 6:30-8 p.m.
Up to four family members battle it out against each other and other groups in classic games and trivia.
• Better Baby Sitters Ages: 10-14
Tue., Thu., 7/15 to 7/17; 4-8 p.m.
Learn essential life skills and gain confidence to become a better caretaker through role play, handson instruction and presentations.
• Christmas in July Ages: 5-10 Tue., 7/22; 6-7 p.m.
Beat the heat: celebrate Christmas in July with frozen hot chocolate and an ornament with a sunny twist!
• Wire Bending: Birds Nest Jewelry Making Ages: 7-12 Thu., 8/28; 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Shape copper wire and bright blue beads into fun charms for a necklace and earrings inspired by a beautiful bird’s nest.
• Make Your Own Journal Ages: 9-12
Thu., 8/14; 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Design and make an art journal using Japanese stab binding. Learn an enjoyable habit that fosters selfcare, creativity and self-expression.
• Integrative Wellness & Creativity
Thu., 7/3; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thu., 8/7 to 8/7; 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Focus on wellness techniques, including mindfulness, meditation and visualization in an uplifting environment for personal growth.
Kids in the Kitchen
Learn kitchen safety, recipe vocabulary, basic cooking techniques and responsibility in a hands-on class. Prepare and sample dishes then take home a cookbook.
• KinderCooks Ages: 5-6
Tue.-Thu., 7/15 to 7/17; 9-10 a.m.
• Cooking Camp Ages: 6-7
Tue.-Thu., 7/15 to 7/17; 10:30 a.m.-Noon
Nature and Herb Classes
Herb Classes
Combining creativity with nature is just one way the Gardens at Gantz Farm staff and volunteers share their knowledge. Join an upcoming class to create beautiful, useful items or learn a new approach to gardening.
• Hummingbird Feeder/Swing Ages: 6-9 Wed., 7/9; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Attract hummingbirds to your yard with a feeder that provides swing as a comfy resting spot for them.
• Bug Hotel Ages: 6-9 Mon., 8/4; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Provide shelter for pollinators with a habitat box for your yard.
• Hummingbird Feeder/Swing Tue., 7/8; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Attract hummingbirds with a feeder with comfy resting spot and swing.
• Christmas in July Tue., 7/15; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Craft ornaments or small wreaths of fresh lamb’s ear that dries naturally to a silvery-green velvet look.
• Broken China Garden Steppingstones
Tue., 7/22; 6:30-8 p.m.
Create eye-catching steppingstones using molded cement infused with beautiful pieces of broken china.
Program Age Groups
õ Adaptive
õ Preschool (1-5)
õ Youth (5-17)
õ Adult (18+) õ 55+/Senior
• Garden Focaccia Thu., 7/24; 6:30-8 p.m.
Make a tasty focaccia masterpiece decorated with fresh vegetables and herbs prior to baking.
• Homemade Fertilizer & Pest Sprays Tue., 7/29; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Create natural solutions to support your garden.
• Bug Hotel Tue., 8/5; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Providing shelter for pollinators and other beneficial insects with a habitat box for your yard.
• Dried Flower Sun Catchers Tue., 8/12; 6:30-8 p.m.
Back hanging beveled crystal with an arrangement of dried flowers from the Gantz cutting garden.
• It’s Easy to Make Kimchi! Tue., 8/26; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Make a tasty batch of kimchi, a Korean fermented cabbage dish with gut-health supporting probiotics.
For full details on offerings and registration, visit bit.ly/gcpReg Register starting Mon., 6/30
• NatureKids Ages: 4-5 ½ Fri., 7/11; 9-10:30 a.m. Fri., 7/18; 9-10:30 a.m. Fri., 7/25; 9-10:30 a.m.
Discover the wonders of nature in Gantz Park through weekly projects.
Gantz Kids Gardening
Experience hands-on learning in an operating garden.
• Kids’ Community Garden Grownup-Child Hour
Ages: 3-9 with Adult Thu., 7/10-7/31; 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thu., 8/7-8/28; 6:30-7:30 p.m. Child and adult perform handson garden tasks together in a community garden.
Garden Sprouts Workshops
Enjoy seasonal garden work: perform chores, make and taste a garden snack, and create a themed project.
• Pollinators & Plants Ages: 3-5 with Adult Fri., 7/18; 9:30-10:30 a.m. Wed., 7/30; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
• Harvest Celebration Ages: 3-5 with Adult Wed., 8/13; 9:30-10:30 a.m.
• Pollinators & Plants Ages: 6-9
Wed., 7/2; 9:30-11 a.m. Wed., 7/23; 6:30-8 p.m.
• Harvest Celebration Ages: 6-9
Wed., 8/6; 6:30-8 p.m. Fri., 8/15; 9:30-11 a.m.
Evans Center
Older residents of Grove City stay active physically, mentally and socially engaging in offerings like parties, trips to restaurants and cultural sites, and classes that help navigate the challenges that come with aging.
On-site Fun
• Independence Day Celebration $♦ Wed., 7/2; 1-3 p.m.
Showcase your American pride with American style food and entertainment from Driving Guitars. Free for veterans.
• Pizza Palooza $♦ Fri., 8/8; 1-3 p.m.
Bring your appetite and competitive spirit for delicious pizza and games.
• Movie Fun: Leap Year Fri., 7/18; 1-3 p.m. (PG; 2010) A woman seeking an engagement follows her boyfriend to Ireland to take advantage of a local tradition.
Dining Trips ¤$♦
Lunch Bunch: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
• Logan’s Roadhouse Thu., 7/10
• Louie’s Latino Thu., 7/31
• Grove City Brewery Tue., 8/19
Supper Club: 4-8 p.m.
• Jay’s Seafood Boil & Oyster Bar Mon., 7/14
• Crazy Burrito Mon., 8/11
• Taj Palace Wed., 8/27
Off-site Day Trips ¤$
Travel by minibus to off-site tours, shopping or entertainment. Be prepared for walking.
• Ohio Governor’s Residence & Heritage Garden ♦ Wed., 7/16; 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Discover Ohio's vibrant history, art, diverse landscapes and native plants. Lunch follows.
• Clippers Day Thu., 7/24; 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Travel to Huntington Park for Older Adult Day as the Buffalo Bisons visit the Clippers. Lunch provided.
• Lebanon Train Ride ♦ Fri., 7/25; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Glide through picturesque, charming rural Warren County and prepare for a delightful lunch.
• Cincinnati Riverboat Cruise♦ Fri., 8/15; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
A historian-musician brings to life Cincinnati’s rich riverside heritage set to stunning views and a chefprepared buffet.
• LaComedia: The Play That Went Wrong ♦ Thu., 9/11; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Monty Python meets Sherlock Holmes in a comedy explosion.
National Senior Citizens Day Open House
Thu., 8/21; 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Join us for connection, discovery and enjoyable experiences!
Engage in enriching activities that promote health and social connection.
Try a step-by-step fitness class, learn a new card or board game, or participate in an interactive group game. Explore our fitness room and visit our outdoor farm market.
Education & Information
Developing new skills is important at all life stages. Learn tips for technology, safety, health and more.
• Center Updates with Q & A Wed., 8/6; Noon
Tammy Jefferson shares updates and news regarding the Center. Guest speakers may also share info on topics of interest to area seniors.
• CarFit Thu., 8/28; 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Trained experts assist you in improving your comfort, safety, and overall fit within your vehicle.
• S.A.L.T.: Linda Powers, Ohio Attorney General's Office Thu., 7/10; 10-11 a.m.
• S.A.L.T.: Officer Eric Clouse, Columbus Division of Police Thu., 8/14; 10-11 a.m.
Lunch & Learns
• Laughter is the Best Medicine Fri., 7/11; 1-2 p.m.
Laughter provides "medicine" for a long, happy life. Join us for lunch with laughter as the main course.
• Things You Didn’t Know You Need to Know Fri., 8/22; 1-2 p.m.
Learn to create a plan for aging safely from a panel of experts from senior-related businesses.
Stay Active
Exercise designed with seniors in mind helps keep you active, healthy, balanced and feeling good!
• Tai Chi $
Tue., 7/1-7/22; 10-11 a.m. Tue., 8/5-8/26; 10-11 a.m.
• Senior Yoga $ Thu., 7/3-7/24; 11 a.m.-Noon Thu., 8/7-8/28; 11 a.m.-Noon
• Senior Exercise $ Mon., Wed., 7/7-7/30; 9-10 a.m. Mon., Wed., 8/4-8/27; 9-10 a.m.
• Chair Volleyball Mon., Wed., 7/7-8/27; 1-2 p.m.
• Ballroom Dancing $ Wed., 7/9-7/30; 11 a.m. Wed., 8/6-8/27; 11 a.m.
• Fitness Room $ ♦ Weekdays; 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Chair Volleyball Day Trips
Experience an action-packed day of fun with exhilarating free play.
• Pickerington ♦ Thu., 7/24; 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Groveport ♦
Wed., 8/6; 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• LifeCare Alliance Lunch $
Ages: 60/up
Tue.-Thu.; 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Enjoy a nutritious lunch ($1.50).
Reserve in advance: 614-277-1067
Be Creative
Keep your mind active and your fingers agile by creating beautiful art.
• Bead Artwork $ Mon., 7/7-8/25; 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Use beads to create handcrafted items perfect for sharing.
• Wellness & Creativity Wed., 7/9; 2-3 p.m. Wed., 8/13; 2-3 p.m.
Create balance and inspiration by combining mindfulness exercises and hands-on creative projects.
• Greeting Cards $ Thu., 7/17; 10 a.m.-Noon Celebrate memorable moments in life by making stunning, useful greeting cards ($10 material fee).
• Painting Fun Mon., 7/21; 1-3 p.m. Mon., 8/18; 1-3 p.m.
Learn to mix colors for vibrant results and explore techniques that make the process a breeze.
• Crafts, Creativity & Conversations $
Wed., 7/23; 10 a.m.-Noon Wed., 8/27; 10 a.m.-Noon
Complete a new fun art project with step-by-step guidance.
Showstoppers
Love putting on a show? The Center acting group welcomes new members! Preparations start Tue., 8/5 for the December production.
DAILY ACTIVITIES
Thu.)
p.m. Red Cross Blood Drive (1st & 3rd Fri.)
12:30 p.m.
$ Associated Fee ¤ Minibus transportation; must be able to get on/off without staff assistance ♦ Member discount Walking/Easy Walking/Moderate Walking/Active
PRESCHOOL (Ages 1-5)
NatureKids
$16 (NR: $21)
Ages: 4-5 ½
Fri., 7/11; 9-10:30 a.m.
Fri., 7/18; 9-10:30 a.m.
Fri., 7/25; 9-10:30 a.m.
RecCamp
$62 (NR: $70)
Ages: 3-4
Mon.-Thu., 7/7-7/10; 9-10:45 a.m.
Ages: 4-5
Mon.-Thu., 7/21-7/24; 9-10:45 a.m.
KinderCamp
Ages: 5-6
Mon.-Thu., 7/28-7/31; 9-10:30 a.m.
$62 (NR: $70)
YOUTH
(Ages 4-17)
Youth Volleyball Grades 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 & High School 8-game season followed by a tournament starts mid-late October.
$70 (NR: $75)
Gymnastics
$40 (NR: $45)
Ages: 6
Tue., 7/8-8/5; 6:30-7 p.m.
Ages: 7-8
Tue., 7/8-8/5; 7-7:30 p.m.
KARATE PEEWEE
Ages: 4-7
$45 (NR: $50)
• Beginner
Mon., 7/14-8/18; 5-5:30 p.m. Wed., 7/16-8/20; 5-5:30 p.m.
• Advanced
Mon., 7/14-8/18; 5:30-6 p.m.
Wed., 7/16-8/20; 5:30-6 p.m.
KARATE
Ages: 8/up
$60 (NR: $65)
• Beginner
Mon., 7/14-8/18; 6-7 p.m.
Wed., 7/16-8/20; 6-7 p.m.
• Advanced
Mon., 7/14-8/18; 7-8 p.m.
Wed., 7/16-8/20; 7-8 p.m.
Christmas in July
Ages: 5-10
Tue., 7/22; 6-7 p.m.
$15 (NR: $17)
Make Your Own Journal
Ages: 9-12
Thu., 8/14; 6:30-8:30 p.m.
$20 (NR: $22)
Jump Bunch
$78 (NR: $86)
Ages: 1 ½-2 ½
Wed., 7/9-8/13; 6-6:30 p.m.
Ages: 2-3
Wed., 7/9-8/13; 6:30-7 p.m.
Sporties for Shorties
Ages: 3-5
Wed., 7/9-8/13; 7-7:45 p.m.
$78 (NR: $86)
Gymnastics
$40 (NR: $45)
Age: 3
Tue., 7/8-8/5; 5-5:30 p.m.
Age: 4
Tue., 7/8-8/5; 5:30-6 p.m.
Ages: 5
Wire Bending Jewelry Making Ages: 7-12
Thu., 8/28; 6:30-8:30 p.m.
$20 (NR: $22)
KinderCooks Ages: 5-6
Tue.-Thu., 7/15-7/17; 9-10 a.m.
$50 (NR: $55)
Cooking Camp Ages: 6-7
Tue.-Thu., 7/15-7/17; 10:30 a.m.-Noon
$55 (NR: $60)
Hummingbird Feeder/Swing Ages: 6-9
Wed., 7/9; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
$15 (NR: $20)
Bug Hotel Ages: 6-9
Mon., 8/4; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
$15 (NR: $20)
GARDEN SPROUTS WORKSHOPS Ages: 6-9
$15
• Pollinators & Plants
Wed., 7/2; 9:30-11 a.m.
Wed., 7/23; 6:30-8 p.m.
• Harvest Celebration
Wed., 8/6; 6:30-8 p.m.
Fri., 8/15; 9:30-11 a.m.
Better Baby Sitters
Ages: 10-14
Tue., Thu., 7/15-7/17; 4-8 p.m.
$105 (NR: $120)
Tue., 7/8-8/5; 6-6:30 p.m.
KinderMusik
$66 (NR: $74)
Ages: 1-3
Tue.-Thu., 7/15-7/17; 9:30-10 a.m.
Tue.-Thu., 8/12-8/14; 9:30-10 a.m.
Ages: 4-5
Tue.-Thu., 7/15-7/17; 10-10:45 a.m.
Tue.-Thu., 8/12-8/14; 10-10:45 a.m.
GARDEN SPROUTS WORKSHOPS
$15
Ages: 3-5
• Pollinators & Plants
Fri., 7/18; 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Wed., 7/30; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
• Harvest Celebration Wed., 8/13; 9:30-10:30 a.m.
FAMILY
Family Game Night
Ages: Adult + 1-3 Family Members
Tue., 7/8; 6:30-8 p.m.
$10 (NR: $12)
Kids Community Garden Hour Ages: 3-9 with Adult Thu., 7/10-7/31; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Thu., 8/7-8/28; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
$60
ADAPTIVE
Adaptive Craft
Ages: 5/up
Wed., 7/23; 6-7 p.m.
Wed., 8/20; 6-7 p.m.
$12
Adaptive Karaoke Ages: 8/up
Fri., 8/8: 6-7:30 p.m.
$5
Literacy for Adults with DD Ages: 15/up
Tue., 7/22-8/12; 1-2 p.m.
$15
Adaptive Tennis Mini-camp
$30
Ages: 8-15
Mon.-Thu., 7/7-7/10; 6-6:45 p.m.
Ages: 16/up
Mon.-Thu., 7/7-7/10; 7-7:45 p.m.
Adaptive Tennis Lessons
$40
Ages: 8-15
Mon., Tue., Thu., 7/21-7/31; 6-6:45 p.m.
Ages: 16/up
Mon., Tue., Thu., 7/21-7/31; 7-7:45 p.m.
Learn to Bike Clinics
Ages: 4-6 & Ages: 7-15
Mon., Wed., 7/7-7/30; 6-7 p.m.
Tue., Thu., 7/8-7/31; 6-7 p.m.
$40
ADULT (18+
unless otherwise indicated)
Fall Adult Softball
Men’s, Women’s & Co-rec.
10-game season followed by a tournament starts late August
$300 per team
Fall Adult Cornhole
Mixed Recreational & Competitive 6-week season starts late August
$50 per team
Pickleball Ladder Leagues
Mens, Womens & Mixed
6 week leagues of various skill levels starts first week of August
Tennis Ladder Leagues
Ages: 16/up
5 week leagues for beginner and intermediate singles and doubles starts first week of August
Hummingbird Feeder/Swing
Tue., 7/8; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
$15 (NR: $20)
Christmas in July
Tue., 7/15; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
$15 (NR: $20)
Broken China Steppingstones
Tue., 7/22; 6:30-8 p.m.
$25 (NR: $30)
Garden Focaccia
Thu., 7/24; 6:30-8 p.m.
$25 (NR: $30)
Homemade Fertilizer & Pest Sprays
Tue., 7/29; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
$20 (NR: $25)
Bug Hotel
Tue., 8/5; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
$15 (NR: $20)
55+ (55+ unless otherwise indicated)
Independence Day Celebration ♦
Wed., 7/2; 1-3 p.m.
Fee: $20 ($18); Free for veterans Pizza Palooza ♦
Fri., 8/8; 1-3 p.m.
$12
Senior Citizens Day Open House
Thu., 8/21; 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
$5
Movie Fun: Leap Year
Fri., 7/18; 1-3 p.m.
Chair Volleyball
Mon., Wed., 7/7 to 8/27; 1-2 p.m.
Tai Chi
Tue., 7/1 to 7/22; 10-11 a.m.
Tue., 8/5 to 8/26; 10-11 a.m.
$18
Senior Yoga
Thu., 7/3 to 7/24; 11 a.m.-Noon
Thu., 8/7 to 8/28; 11 a.m.-Noon
$20
Senior Exercise
Mon., Wed., 7/7 to 7/30; 9-10 a.m.
Mon., Wed., 8/4 to 8/27; 9-10 a.m.
$15
Ballroom Dancing
Wed., 7/9 to 7/30; 11-11:45 a.m.
$25
LUNCH & LEARN
$5
• Laughter is the Best Medicine Fri., 7/11; 1-2 p.m.
• Things You Didn’t Know You Need to Know Fri., 8/22; 1-2 p.m.
CarFit
Thu., 8/28; 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
S.A.L.T.: Officer Eric Clouse of Columbus Division of Police
Thu., 6/13; 10-11 a.m.
S.A.L.T.: Linda Powers of Ohio Attorney General’s Office Thu., 7/10; 10-11 a.m.
Wellness & Creativity
Wed., 7/9; 2-3 p.m.
Wed., 8/13; 2-3 p.m.
$15
Greeting Cards
Thu., 7/17; 10 a.m.-Noon
$10 materials fee
Painting Fun
Mon., 7/21; 1-3 p.m. Mon., 8/18; 1-3 p.m.
$15
Crafts, Creativity & Conversations
Wed., 7/23; 10 a.m.-Noon Wed., 8/27; 10 a.m.-Noon
$14
Bead Artwork
Mon., 7/7 to 8/25; 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Euchre
Thu., 7/3 to 8/28; 1-3 p.m.
25¢ per card
Bingo
Thu., 7/3 to 8/28; 12:30-2:30 p.m.
Chair Volleyball Day Trips
$7
• Pickerington ♦
Thu., 7/24; 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Dried Flower Sun Catchers
Tue., 8/12; 6:30-8 p.m.
$15 (NR: $20)
It’s Easy to Make Kimchi! Tue., 8/26; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
$25 (NR: $30)
Integrative Wellness & Creativity
Thu., 7/3; 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Thu., 8/7; 6:30-8:30 p.m.
$20 (NR: $22)
Yoga
Tue., 7/1 to 7/22; 6-7 p.m.
Tue., 8/5 to 8/26; 6-7 p.m.
$22 (NR: $24)
Zumba Toning
Thu., 7/10 to 7/31; 6-7 p.m.
$20 (NR: $22)
Thu., 8/7-8/28; 6-7 p.m.; No class: 8/21
$15 (NR: $17)
• Groveport ♦ Wed., 8/6; 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
LUNCH BUNCH ♦
$10
• Logan’s Roadhouse Thu., 7/10; 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
• Louie’s Latino Thu., 7/31; 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
• Grove City Brewery Tue., 8/19; 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
SUPPER CLUB ♦
$10
• Jay’s Seafood Boil & Oyster Bar Mon., 7/14; 4-8 p.m.
• Crazy Burrito Mon., 8/11; 4-8 p.m.
• Taj Palace Wed., 8/27; 4-8 p.m.
Ohio Governor’s Residence & Heritage Garden ♦ Wed., 7/16; 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
$15
Clippers Day Thu., 7/24; 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
$6
Lebanon Train Ride ♦ Fri., 7/25; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
$30
Cincinnati Riverboat Cruise ♦ Fri., 8/15; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
$60
LaComedia: The Play That Went Wrong ♦ Thu., 9/11; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
$69
♦ = Member Discount
Grove City Parks
" The Big Splash/Evans 2831 Southwest Blvd. # Blodwen 2352 Blodwen Circle
$ Breck Community 3005 Demorest Rd. % Concord Lakes 3606 Lake Mead Dr. & Cread Lawless 3401 Kingston Ave.
Creekside 2410 Holton Rd.
Fryer
3899 Orders Rd.
Gantz
2255 Home Rd.
Henceroth 2075 Mallow Lane + Hennigans Grove
5804 Paul Talbott Circle , Holton Run 5301 Demorest Dr.
Hoover Crossing 2880 Wynridge Dr./ Murfin Trail
Hoover Park 4629 Haughn Rd.
Indian Trails 6190 Buckeye Pkwy.
Keller Farms 1904 Michelle Ct.
Meadowgrove 5601 Spring Hill Rd.
The Park at Beulah 3700 Glacial Lane
Pinnacle Area 2430 Holton Rd.
Pinnacle Links North 1243 Pinnacle Club Dr.
Pinnacle Links South 5014 Callum Way
Scioto Meadows 432 Scioto Meadows Blvd.
Sesquicentennial 3247 Park St.
Skate 3728 Hoover Road
Swearingen 2601 Columbus Street : Town Center Park 3359 Park Street ; Walden Bluff Walden Bluff Ct.
Westgrove 3580 Magnolia St.
Windsor 4330 Dudley Ave./ 4408 Broadway/ Dream Field: 3400 Ventura Blvd. B Century Village 4185 Orders Rd.
C Eagle Pavilion 3670 Discovery Dr. D Evans Center 4330 Dudley Ave.
E Gantz Farmhouse/Gardens & Preschool Center 2255 & 2259 Home Rd.
F George Edge Music Broadway at Park St.
G Grant-Sawyer Home 4126 Haughn Road
H Grove City Gold Star Families Memorial 3964 Columbus St.
I Grove City Visitors Center & Museum
3378 Park St.
J Kingston Center 3226 Kingston Ave.
Scioto Grove Metro Park
Pinnacle Golf Club
Murfin Memorial Fields
Quarry Park Ä
Grove City Parks and Rec. Outdoor Shelter Rentals
Outdoor Shelters
The Park at Beulah, Gantz Park and Windsor Park feature shelters for gatherings available to the public year-round, dawn to dusk. These shelters can be reserved May 1 through Sept. 30.
Reminders
• Reservations are available for May 1-Sept. 30.
• Refunds only granted 30 or more days before reservation date.
• Water fountains/flushing toilets are turned off seasonally to protect pipes (approximately Oct. 1-May 1).
• Restrooms are open to all park users.
• Reservations have priority. Police will assist if walk-up occupants refuse to leave. Call the nonemergency police number at 614-277-1710.
• Shelters are cleaned early each morning. Be prepared in case conditions are affected by others' use, weather or animals.
• Be courteous! Leave shelters in same or better condition.
• Place all refuse in proper containers.
• Prohibited actions include smoking/ vaping of tobacco or marijuana, alcohol use/impairment and possession of weapons.
• All park laws apply; see Grove City Code Chapter 903.
Parks with Walk-up Shelters
All other shelters are accessible on a first-come basis and cannot be reserved by the public.
• Blodwen
• Cread Lawless
• Creekside
• Fryer
• Indian Trails
• Keller Farms
• Meadowgrove
• The Park at Beulah
• Scioto Meadows
• Swearingen
• Westgrove
• Windsor
details on four-season pavilions, visit bit.ly/GCFacilityRentals
Registration
bit.ly/gcpReg
24-7
Credit card only
Drop Box, 3226 Kingston Ave. (Rear)
24-7
Check or money order
Payment Methods
• Due to security concerns, payments are not accepted by phone
• Online using a credit card (VISA, MasterCard or Discover Card).
Kingston Center, 3226 Kingston Ave. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday
Credit card, cash, money order, check Ages 1-54
Evans Center, 4330 Dudley Ave. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday
Credit card, cash, money order, check Ages 55+
• In person via credit card, cash, money order or check made payable to the City of Grove City.
• Drop box (parking-lot side of the Kingston Center) by check or money order
Fees, Residency Rates & Fair Share Policy
Most activities list two fees with a lower rate for residents. Grove City Parks and Rec. facilities and offerings are funded through property and income taxes; in recognition of this, residents receive a discount.
• A resident is someone whose home address lies within the corporation limits of Grove City or unincorporated Jackson Township
• Please note: this does not include all of ZIP code 43123; the U.S. Postal Service uses ZIP codes to designate the office that delivers mail to an address.
• Verify your rate level at Property.FranklinCountyAuditor.com. Search for your address. Eligible addresses feature a parcel ID that starts with 040 or 160.
• The Fair Share Policy extends eligibility for lower rates to non-residents who pay income tax to the City of Grove City. Proof of employment (e.g., current pay stub showing tax payment) must be confirmed annually.
Confirmation
• No further confirmation regarding registration is made unless there is a change to the time or location. Participants are responsible for being present at the time and location listed.
• View your household’s schedule: log in and select the account tab (top left) to view upcoming classes.
Cancellation by Participant
• Registered participants may cancel seven business days before program starts or materials are ordered. Requests must be in writing (hard copy or email).
• For a full refund for team sports, a request must be made before uniforms are ordered. Decisions on refunds are at the discretion of department personnel.
• Refunds are by check mailed to household or reversal of a credit card charge.
Class/Event Cancellation by Department
• Activities are subject to change or cancellation based on participation, instructor availability, weather or building conditions, and public safety concerns. Staff will notify registered participants of changes to classes.
• For day-of updates team sports, call 614-277-3060, monitor social media and visit GroveCityOhio.gov.
The Source
• Every attempt is made to print accurate, complete information. Unfortunately, due to the nature of the publication and the timeline for printing, the guide may include incorrect or incomplete information.
• We apologize for any errors or omissions and encourage you to visit the website and review online offerings for the most up-to-date information.
Photos and Videos
The City of Grove City reserves the right to photograph or otherwise record activities, participants, spectators and park visitors. Images may be used in social media, website, catalogs, brochures, magazines, ads or other print or electronic communications or promotions. Looking for your photo?
Did you see someone taking photos and want to view them?
• Check EQ@GroveCityParks and EQ@GroveCityOhio.
• Browse the Discover Grove City magazine.
• Visit GroveCityOhio.gov.
Equal Opportunity and Special Populations
Grove City Parks and Rec. is committed to serving the whole community regardless of age, sex, race, color, national origin or religion
Our goal is to include individuals with special needs in existing programs based on need and ability. Individuals or groups serving special populations are welcome to contact the department to make proper arrangements.
The City of Grove City does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to programs or activities. An ADA Coordinator is designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements contained in the Department of Justice regulations implementing Subtitle A of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq.), prohibiting discrimination on the basis of disability by public agencies. Call 614-277-3050 for information.
Mosquito Prevention
Mosquitoes can ruin outdoor fun in the summer by causing itchy bites. They also spread diseases like West Nile Disease, encephalitis and heartworm Grove City contracts with Franklin County Public Health for mosquito control, but residents can make a greater impact by preventing the insects from reproducing. Mosquitoes reproduce in standing water in as few as five days. A single female can lay hundreds of eggs at a time in water as shallow as a quarter-inch. Mosquitoes spend their larval stage in the same water before transitioning to flying, biting adult insects, usually staying in the area.
Prevent or immediately drain/dump out any collected water in your yard, including areas such as old tires and tarps, outdoor furniture and toys, clogged drains and gutters, and flower-pot saucers.
Items where water is intentionally collected such as water barrels, fountains and bird baths can also be breeding areas. Place in the water bacterial larvicides containing Bti (e.g., Mosquito Dunks) that kill larvae but are harmless to people, pets and wildlife. Screens on water barrels can prevent insect access.
Franklin County Public Health Mosquito Management
FCPH monitors mosquito population density and tests for disease mid-May through September, and takes action as needed. FCPH inspects hundreds of sites where mosquitoes are known to breed and applies larvicides to standing water to control mosquitoes at their most vulnerable stage. The department also uses traps for surveillance to count adult insects and test for disease. When volume reaches a certain density or disease is present, FCPH targets adult mosquitoes by spraying an area by truck.
Citizens can register to receive notifications when spraying will be done in their area, request their address be added to a non-spray list (spray turned off approximately 150 feet from property) and report areas of stagnant water.
Garage and Yard Sales
Garage and yard sales are great ways to find deals and keep usable items from the landfill.
To hold a sale, you must have a permit. A permit is free and includes a posting on the city website to help people find it. Each address is limited to two sales per year.
Promote a sale with up to three signs: one on your property and two at other locations. Signs must be three square feet or smaller, posted only within 24 hours of the sale, and not placed in the right of way including on sign posts or utility poles.
Local Waste Services
Upcoming Observed Holidays
Collection is delayed one day that week with Friday pickup on Saturday.
• Fri., 7/4 (Independence Day)
• Mon., 9/1 (Labor Day)
Hours: 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
Grove City Division of Police
Celebrate Summer Safely!
The long, warm days of summer are great for enjoying time with friends at events such as the Grove City Homecoming Celebration and the Grove City High School Alumni Softball Tournament, July 25-27. It can be a fun time for all, but that fun can quickly be ruined by irresponsible drinking. The Grove City Division of Police reminds everyone to be responsible when choosing to partake in alcohol. Here are a few tips to help keep Grove City safe:
1. Plan ahead. Choose a designated driver who will not be drinking.
2. If someone you know has been drinking, don’t let them get behind the wheel. Help them arrange a sober ride.
3. If you plan on drinking, do not drive for any reason. Call an Uber, Lyft, rideshare or a sober friend.
4. Wear your seatbelt. Even if you are responsible, the unexpected can still happen. Protect yourself from an accident caused by impaired drivers, objects in the roadway, animals and mechanical failures.
5. If you see an impaired driver on the road, please call 911.
6. Even if not driving, do not drink so much you cannot make good decisions or safely arrive home.
Back to School: South Western City Schools Open Wed., 8/20
Whether a student, parent or another member of the community, be aware of when school is back in session to make sure everyone stays safe!
• Smile safely. Take that back-to-school photo in a safe location away from and without obstructing traffic.
• Protect your child online. Avoid over-sharing personal details on social media such as full name, age, school/teacher name, and other identifying features.
• Look out for pedestrians. Be cautious near schools, in parking lots and drop off lines. Parents should arrive early and be patient.
• Follow traffic laws including school-zone speed limits and stopping for school buses.
• Be prepared for the bus. Bus riders should arrive at their bus stop early and stand at least 10 feet from the edge of the road.
• Know the teacher. Make sure younger students make it into the building safely and know their teacher’s name.
We hope everyone has another great school year!
National Night Out
Tue., 8/5; 6-8 p.m.
Town Center Park
Hey, neighbors! We are very excited to invite you and your families to this year’s National Night Out to come meet our local police officers and other first responders!
Expect an evening full of fun activities for kids, community resources, emergency vehicles, and more. It is all about coming together to build a stronger, safer and more connected community.
Hometown Heroes
Did you know that the Division of Police has more than 15 employees who grew up in Grove City and graduated from Grove City, Central Crossing and Grove City Christian high schools?
Interested in joining them? Send an email to PoliceRecruitment @GroveCityOhio.gov or call 614-277-1809 for more information.
Contact
Grove City Safety Complex 3360 Park St. (43123)
• Emergency: 911
• Non-emergency: 614-277-1710
• Public Records: 614-277-1714
• Mayor’s Court: 614-277-1715