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GroveCity DISCOVER

Volume 4, Number 3 November/December 2021

The official magazine of Grove City, Ohio

4 Calendar What’s Happening?

6 Message from Mayor Richard L. “Ike” Stage Our Ever-changing Town Center

8 Faces

Triple Threat

Triplets take acting career from Grove City stage to big screen

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Development

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Council Briefs

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Did You Know?

Town Center Charm Continues to Guide Development A Gift of Time There’s a new public art sculpture for the community to enjoy

14 Student

High Notes

Spotlight

Central Crossing student wins music competition

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In Focus

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Plentiful Pantry

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Art-iversary

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Christmas Tree Hunt

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Mixed Drink Mixtape

Holiday Gift Guide Grove City Food Pantry looks to expand Grove City Arts Council celebrates 40 years in the community Grove City citizen Christmas tree donations highlight Town Center Grove City bartender authors book on cocktails and music

28 Living

And They’re Off Beulah Park sculpture shapes emerging community

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28 @DiscoverGroveCity On the cover: Sadie Storts

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Around Grove City 31 Luxury Living 31

Real Estate Top Homes SOLD

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Bookmarks 33 The Source

Parks and Recreation Offerings for December 2021 and January 2022 November/December 2021 3

Calendar

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Events subject to change. Consult websites for details and updates.

Nov. 1, 15, Dec. 6, 20

City Council Meetings 7 p.m.

City Hall, 4035 Broadway www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Nov. 2

Election Day Luncheon

Nov. 2, Dec. 7

Planning Commission Meetings

Nov. 11 Veterans Day Ceremony

Nov. 11

Veterans Day Ceremony 11 a.m.

Town Center Park, 3387 Park St. www.americanlegionoh164.com

1:30 p.m.

City Hall, 4035 Broadway www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Nov. 11

Nov. 3

7 p.m.

Zassy’s Taproom, 3940 Broadway www.zassystaproom.com

American Red Cross Blood Drive 1-7 p.m.

Kingston Center, 3226 Kingston Ave. www.redcrossblood.org

Nov. 5

The Blessing USA Tour with Kari Jobe and Cody Carnes 7-9 p.m.

Grove City Church of the Nazarene, 4770 Hoover Rd. www.karijobe.com

Nov. 6-8

Virtual Performance of The Further Adventures of Nick Danger: Third Eye

Rob Adams at Zassy’s

Nov. 13-14

Grove City High School Band Fall Bazaar 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday Grove City High School, 4665 Hoover Rd. www.gchsbands.org

Nov. 14, 16

South-Western Educational Foundation Benefit Concerts 7 p.m.

Central Crossing High School, 4500 Big Run South Rd. www.swcsef.org

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11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Grove City Community Club, 3397 Civic Pl. www.grovecitycommunityclub.org

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Dec. 3 Grove City Tree Lighting

Dec. 4

Grove City Community Winds Christmas Concert Dec. 5 Cram the Cruiser Toy Drive

Nov. 21

The Grove City Chamber Singers: Sing On! 3:30 p.m.

Grove City United Methodist Church, 2684 Columbus St. www.gcchambersingers.wixsite. com/gcchambersingers

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Dec. 3 & 4

Mistletoe Market 5-9 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

Saturday Grove City Town Center 3378 Park St. www.heartofgrovecity.org

Dec. 4

Grove City Christmas Chamber 101 ‘Next Steps’ Celebration 8-9 a.m.

Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce, 4069 Broadway www.gcchamber.org

Nov. 25

Thanksgiving Wattle 5K 8:30 a.m.

1270 Lamplighter Dr. www.thanksgivingwattle.com

Noon-4 p.m.

Grove City Town Center www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Dec. 3

Grove City Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting 7 p.m.

Grove City Town Center 3378 Park St. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Dec. 3

American Red Cross Blood Drive 1-7 p.m.

Kingston Center 3226 Kingston Ave. www.redcrossblood.org

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Grove City High School Auditorium 4665 Hoover Rd. www.facebook.com/GCCWinds

Dec. 4

Historic Southwest Franklin County Historical Society Open Houses Noon-4 p.m.

Century Village, 4185 Orders Rd. Grant-Sawyer Home, 4124 Haughn Rd. Grove City Museum, 3378 Park St. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Dec. 5

Cram the Cruiser Toy Drive 1-4 p.m.

Grove City United Methodist Church 2684 Columbus St. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Dec. 17

American Red Cross Blood Drive Noon-6 p.m.

Kingston Center 3226 Kingston Ave. www.redcrossblood.org

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Our Ever-Changing Town Center

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here is a collage of photos displayed on the wall just around the corner from my office in City Hall. The scenes are snapshots from various perspectives of Broadway, Park and Columbus streets during a time when horses were the main mode of transportation and steam engines stopped nearby to pick up passengers headed on long trips.

I pass by the collage multiple times a day and I’m reminded of just how far our Town Center has come. How strange it would be if we never updated the original streetscape.

Enter one of the most challenging parts of a developing community – change.

Without change, nothing would mature or flourish. Accommodating shifts in commerce would not be possible. We couldn’t advance the necessary infrastructure for new neighbors and businesses or maintain the charm we all appreciate.

Town Center functions as the heart of our community – our “living room” as I like to call it – and is consistently identified as one of Grove City’s most valuable assets. It’s where we gather to celebrate holidays, shop fresh market foods on summer weekends, share memorable experiences and enjoy shopping and dining.

Our Homecoming Celebration (which we missed these past two years and will return in 2022) and EcoFest are held in the center of it all. As is one of the biggest events our community hosts – Arts in the Alley.

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The allure of Town Center is undeniable.

Therefore, attention and awareness of its significance are at the forefront when considering revitalization efforts and planning for the historic area. Managing the growth of the area over the last 170 years has served us well.

For example, the Columbus Street extension to Beulah Park was necessary to connect the new neighborhood to Town Center. It also made way for a larger plaza area where new traditions will grow.

When the uninhabitable building on Park Street, once home to the library, was demolished, a wonderful opportunity to develop a new city-centered park surfaced. We’re now looking forward to lighting an additional City Christmas tree in the park.

We all face change – whether it is a sudden change in weather (welcome to Ohio), our schedule or a change of venue. The best changes, however, are the ones that surprise us with their gifts and lead us to unimagined benefits.

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Triple Threat

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Triplets take acting career from Grove City stage to big screen

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cting is a notoriously hard field to break into, but for Carly, Keegan and Tanner Sells, getting started was almost too easy.

Tanner recalls their first audition, when the triplets were just 8 years old, where he hoped to land the role of Winthrop in The Music Man. “I’m just this kid who is messing around, expecting everything to go my way and my dad was like, ‘Look, you’ve got to be ready for them to tell you that you’re not going to make it. You have to take that as a possibility,’” Tanner says.

“And then I got (the role). My dad always says we didn’t have a good learning experience because we just kept getting those roles. We needed to be told no more often.”

Since then, the triplets, now 18, have progressed to performing regularly at theaters around central Ohio and acted in a feature-length film, Cadia: The World Within. Most recently, Tan-

ner and Keegan worked on the script, direction and production of their new short film, Broken.

The Sells triplets cut their acting teeth right here in Grove City. While making an annual visit to the Arts in the Alley Music and Arts Festival, the Sells family happened upon the Little Theatre Off Broadway, which soon became a fertile home for the young thespians.

“There’s way more theater in Grove City and Columbus than I actually expected there to be,” Keegan says.

The triplets began taking classes there and eventually landed roles in the theater’s productions. Performing at the Little Theatre Off Broadway gave the triplets experience but also served as an entry into the broader central Ohio theater world.

Their resumes grew to include roles with Columbus Children’s Theatre, the Butterfly Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital (formerly the Pleasure Guild), Hilliard Arts Council and more.

But the Sells siblings aren’t getting gigs on pure luck – they’re putting in the work to immerse themselves in the arts community of central Ohio.

“People say connection is important but it truly is,” Carly says. “We would make connections with people and then hear (about opportunities) that way.”

One of their most influential connections was made during a production of The Addams Family Musical by Little Theatre Off Broadway.

When the young actors got bored backstage, Cedric Gegel, another cast member, entertained them by making up stories.

“The story that he started writing for us ended up turning into Cadia and was almost typecast for the three of us,” Tanner says. “He watched us grow into actors as we also watched his story develop from its premature stages in the basement of a community theater to being on a big screen. It’s a surreal feeling.”

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if you’re about to do a monologue and dance around,” Tanner says. “You really have to be able to tone it down, so we’d spend hours working on simple things like the way your face moved or acting with your eyes instead of acting with your entire body.”

Since Cadia’s release, Tanner and Keegan have branched into film work of their own. After writing a short script for a Columbus College of Art and Design competition, Tanner expanded the material into what became a half-hour short film titled Broken.

Through that story, Tanner aimed to show how a person’s circumstances can lead them to make decisions others might not understand, even criminal ones.

“All I’m doing is flipping the camera and showing what this person did that led them up to that point and why these people stuck in these situations do what they do,” he says.

Tanner Sells, Carly Sells, Director of Cadia Cedric Gegel and Keegan Sells.

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Tanner collaborated with Keegan and close friend Ashtin Francis to turn the idea into a reality. The three kept up a packed schedule as they completed shooting during the last days of their senior year at Teays Valley High School.

“It was definitely a challenging process, but it was amazing,” Tanner says. “I was excited to get up and go to school just so I could get off and go back to the set.”

Though the triplets’ careers paralleled one another, their paths recently diverged. Tanner has traveled beyond Grove City to DePaul University in Chicago where he is studying comedy filmmaking, Keegan is studying musical theater at Boston Conservatory at Berklee and Carly is attending DePaul and interested in social issues as well as acting.

As their lives develop into different cities and directions, the triplets still maintain a special bond – both to acting and each other.

“It’s weird because now we’re starting to develop our individual skills on our own and progress on our own,” Carly says. “Even though we’re the same age, I really do look up to them because they have inspired me to push myself.”

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Cadia placed the actors alongside seasoned veterans of the industry.

Their roles in the film led to each of the siblings interacting regularly with an experienced career actor: Keegan worked closely with James Phelps, best known for playing Fred Weasley in the Harry Potter films; Tanner spent more time with Corbin Bernsen, who has notable television roles in Psych and L.A. Law; and Carly found herself alongside Nicky Buggs, whose credits include The Secret Life of Bees and Playing for Keeps.

Those seasoned actors proved themselves to be humble, kind and excellent examples of how to perform for film, the triplets say.

“With the level of actors that were in (Cadia), it felt like a huge deal,” Keegan says. “I expected (Phelps) to be less accommodating to me just because I didn’t know what I was doing as much. … Even though he’s a professional, he can still have fun on set.”

The experience also provided vital lessons in adapting their acting from stage to screen.

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Town Center Charm Continues to Guide Development

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he fascination of the holiday season is around every corner in historic downtown Grove City.

Our Town Center has long been a vibrant core of the community, strategically planned and maintained to preserve its notable charm. As you gaze into decorated storefronts, consider the history of the area and the efforts to keep the unique character alive.

Over the last 40 years, the City remained committed to providing and implementing policies of reinvesting in the Town Center and preserving its appeal.

As suburbs of major cities often do, Grove City grew over the years. An influx of new residents and businesses taking advantage of the region’s opportunities for expansion can draw attention away from the original core of a community. This often leaves longstanding storefronts and historic buildings forgotten and ignored. Not true for Grove City and its beloved Town Center.

In 1987, the Development Department introduced the Town Center Plan, detailing the City’s efforts to revitalize the Town Center area, preserving the heart of the community. New and updated civic buildings were constructed or renovated to complement the older buildings and better serve the public.

The Town Center revitalization planning is an ongoing effort and the original document is regularly reviewed for potential updates as the community grows.

A new planning document, the Grove City Town Center Framework, was adopted by City Council in February 2021. This flexible, organic document serves as a

Council Briefs A Gift of Time

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he holiday season, from before Halloween to after Christmas, has always been exciting for me. My birthday is one week before Halloween, so I have always enjoyed Halloween costume parties and trickor-treat. I have also dressed up as the “Jolly Old Elf” for Christmas every year since I was 12.

Of course an exciting part of birthdays and holidays is the possibility of gifts. However, for me gifts are more than mere items you give to those you care about. Gifts are also experiences.

In Grove City, there are many options of places to find unique gifts and

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memorable experiences. Town Center offers a variety of restaurants and shops that meet any need or desire you may have from a great cup of coffee, comic books, collectors’ cards and confections to yoga and even antiques. All these retailers would be happy to be part of your holiday joy (many also have gift cards).

It is my opinion that all these options, and more, are great for gifts or just artistic fun, but the best gift you can give is your time and presence. There’s Grove City Council members (left to right): Roby no better time of year to remember that. Schottke, Ward 4; Randy Holt, Ward 2; Christine Aaron Schlabach Council Member, At-Large

Houk, Council President, Ward 3; Ted Berry, Ward 1; and Aaron Schlabach, At-Large.

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policy guide for the implementation of future development and redevelopment in the Town Center area.

A recently completed project, designed to comply with the framework, is the Columbus Street Extension. This improvement provides a direct connection between Town Center and the historically recognized Beulah Park site, now taking shape as an exciting, mixed-use develop-

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ment. The road extension accomplishes more than a vehicular and pedestrian connection; it opens property for the Columbus Street plaza – a community gathering place bordered by opportunities for more restaurants and activity nodes – something community survey responders indicated is of high importance.

Soon residents will gather in Town Center to once again welcome the holi-

day season with Grove City’s Christmas parade and tree lighting. Neighbors and friends will fill the streets with merriment and cheer as they shop for gifts and dine in the quaint restaurants. With traditions like this at the forefront of every Town Center development decision, we maintain the small-town character that makes Grove City special.

Columbus Street/Stringtown Road is now the longest roadway wholly in the city limits.

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n a sunny Friday afternoon, a ceremonial red ribbon was cut, officially opening the Columbus Street extension to vehicle traffic, thus making it the longest continuous roadway in Grove City at 4.35 miles. In a close second place is Hoover Road, at just about 230 feet shy of the honor.

Mill Street, as it was originally named, was one of Grove City’s earliest dirt roads and served as an access road to the gristmill and sawmill owned by Grove City founder William Foster Breck. Railroad service through Grove City began in 1884, passing the gristmill and other businesses along Mill Street. Having stimulated local farming on a large scale, the Columbus & Cincinnati Midland Railroad Company added a railroad spur across Mill Street to the Farmer’s Exchange building, (currently occupied by Local Cantina and other shops), providing easier access for farmers to distribute and receive goods.

Work began in the fall of 2020 to extend Columbus sion completes a long-anticipated Town Center connection Street to the Beulah Park development and future 30-plus for the Westgrove area, historic Beulah neighborhood and deacres of parkland. The Oct. 1 opening of the roadway exten- veloping Beulah Park community. www.DiscoverGroveCity.com

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Student Spotlight

By Sarah Grace Smith

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adie Storts has been playing music almost her whole life and, thanks to a recent competition victory, will release her debut EP this month.

In the spring, Storts competed in Instaband, a songwriting competition hosted by Dublin’s GROOVE U. Storts won the competition with her heartfelt acoustic songs “Fake I Love You’s” and “Fantasy,” which showcase influences from musicians such as Taylor Swift and Adele.

For the grand prize, Storts received a recording contract with GROOVE U’s Elementary Records that includes the recording of a studio EP, creation of a music video, concert booking and promotion.

Central Crossing High School senior Storts’ musical journey to her EP dates back much before the competition though.

“I grew up writing little tunes in my head, and as I got older … I started writing stuff down and solidifying real lyrics,” she says. “Writing music has always been a really big part of my life.

I think it’s something that makes me, me.”

When Storts was a child, her mother taught her to play the piano. Her mother also bought her a guitar, which Storts learned to play on her own.

“I was immediately drawn toward singing and dancing around the house, listening to music,” she says. “It was always something I really enjoyed.”

Those early interests in music only grew over time. When Storts joined the school band in sixth grade, she picked up the oboe. She eventually added the ukulele to her musical repertoire as well. Now, Storts keeps a packed schedule with school band, marching band, choir, musicals and dance. And that’s all on top of her regular class schedule.

“The way I keep myself steady … without falling behind is my own personal practice,” she says. “(I) also just tell myself that I can do these things and that I’m capable.”

Storts’ success in Instaband continues a pattern of musical excellence. Most recently, she placed second in the Voice of Grove City.

Her sophomore year, she was the only student in Central Crossing’s chorale to be accepted into the Ohio Music Education Association AllState Choir. Her junior year, she became the first www.DiscoverGroveCity.com

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Central Crossing student wins music competition

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student in school history to be accepted into the National Association for Music Education’s All-National Honor Ensembles Mixed Choir.

“Sadly (the All-National Honor Ensembles program) was virtual, but it was still really, really neat to meet new people and get to know these new directors and be taught different music,” says Storts.

Throughout her choir and singing career, Storts has felt especially supported by her former choir teacher Brandon Moss.

“He was so kind and really helped me find those opportunities,” she says. “I really look up to him as a leader and someone that I want to be when I’m older.”

Storts has enjoyed progress in her other musical commitments as well. Her freshman year of marching band, Storts played the synthesizer. By sophomore year she had advanced to the role of drum major.

This year’s show, titled Dreamspective, features Storts performing a character dance where she depicts the emotions of the different musical movements such as happy, sad, nervous and expectant.

“As this character, I get to sort of lead those emotions in a way,” Storts says. “If you were to zoom in on me on the field, you would be able to see what each movement was portraying.”

Despite having a packed arts schedule, Storts finds a way to excel in academics as well. Throughout her high school career, she has enrolled in accelerated and college-level courses.

Storts is currently on a path to be Central Crossing’s first student to graduate with an Arts Honors diploma, a recognition

Storts performs at the Beulah Park Memorial Sculpture Dedication in September.

from the Ohio Department of Education for students who exceed regular graduation requirements.

After the release of her EP and following graduation, Storts plans to continue pursuing music at the collegiate level with studies relating to music and media. She hopes to learn through her studies to use technology to create songs from start to finish and, eventually, turn her passion into a career.

“What I love about music the most is the fact that it’s something that makes me feel like I’m here and like I’m a part of our world,” she says. “Music brings me life.”

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Plentiful Pantry Grove City Food Pantry looks to expand

Grove City Food Pantry is raising funds to get a new building to meet the increasing demand.

By Sarah Robinson

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ood insecurity is a major concern facing families around the world, and, unfortunately, we don’t have to look far to see families impacted by it in our own communities. In Ohio alone, more than 1.5 million people struggled with food insecurity in 2019 according to a study by Feeding America. The effects of the pandemic have only heightened that need.

Grove City Food Pantry is doing its best to rise to the challenge and meet the increased needs of community members, especially families with children and older adults.

“We are trying to raise funds to get a new building,” says Tracy Fiber, manager of the pantry, “and then any rehab that we need to do to the building to make it operational for us.”

Fiber says that the pantry’s original plan was to expand upon the existing location to be able to provide more food and services to pantry clients.

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pantry’s current home doesn’t seem to be quite enough.

“The expansion that we were hoping to do here on the premises where we’re at is not going to give us enough space,” Fiber says. “We’re looking to move into a newer building or another building that would provide us with enough space that we can expand the offerings that we currently have.”

Some of those potential added services include an evening drivethru option for those who cannot pick up food during the workday or on weekends and the opportunity for clients to do walk-through pickups in order to select items themselves.

Fiber also hopes the new building would include a docking door, walkin freezers and other upgrades from their current space.

“We’re hoping within the next year that we can find and secure a location to be able to extend those offerings out to the community,” she says. “We want to stay within Grove City, but we need roughly 8,000 to 10,000 square feet.”

Fiber says the most efficient way to get the pantry its new premises is through help from the community.

“Monetary donations are going to be the biggest for us because we are 100 percent donation (funded),” she says.

through its partnership with the MidOhio Food Collective, while other items like jelly are almost always acquired through donations.

“We work very closely with MidOhio,” she says. “We purchase a lot of our food through them because we can get it at discounted rates. Basically, a dollar buys us about $9 worth of food if we buy it through them.”

At the future location, Fiber says the Mid-Ohio Food Collective partnership could allow the pantry to incorporate health screenings and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, commonly known as SNAP.

“The benefit is that, with working with them, we can kind of collectively target a lot more of the people who need to use the food bank but don’t necessarily feel comfortable,” she says.

Currently, Grove City Food Pantry serves four primary areas: Grove City, Galloway, Harrisburg and Orient. A new location would potentially allow the pantry to grow its reach farther.

“As we grow, and as (Mid-Ohio) are willing to help us with the expansion, then we can start offering more ZIP codes around here so that (community members) have more of an opportunity to go,” she says.

Holiday Help

As Thanksgiving, Christmas and other winter holidays are fast approaching, traditional holiday staples such as canned vegetables, instant mashed potatoes, turkey and ham are big on the pantry’s list of needs.

“Anything that you can think of that you might have for a Thanksgiving dinner, those are the things that we are really going to be in need of going into the holiday season,” Fiber says.

In addition to holiday meal items, the Grove City Food Pantry collects nonperishable foods and daily hygiene products throughout the year.

“We are always in need of personal care items like soap and shampoo – things that you can’t buy with your food stamps,” Fiber says. “The other things that we are always running out of are pancake mix, syrup and jelly.”

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Volunteers are what make organizations like the Grove City Food Pantry go ’round, and Fiber says it’s volunteers like Rose Marie Davis that make all the difference.

“She meets the cars (at the drivethru food pickup) and she relaxes (the clients) and makes them feel at ease,” Fiber says.

Food pantry clients sometimes feel anxious or embarrassed about visiting a food pantry, especially if it’s their first time. But Fiber says Davis will sing to the clients and speak with them so they feel less anxiety or discomfort about visiting the food pantry.

“Truly, she comes in here every single day, rain or shine,” Fiber says. “She is just pleasant no matter what. She’s absolutely wonderful to us.”

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Just like in its beginnings back in 1981, the Grove City Arts Council meets once a month. After a brief hiatus due to change of meeting location, the council will begin to meet again at the Grove City Library.

The next in-person meeting is set to take place Tuesday, Jan. 18 at 6:30 p.m., though the event is subject to change.

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orty years ago, the Grove City Arts Council was just getting on its feet.

Brought together by community members united in their drive to bring arts instruction, education and appreciation to Grove City, the arts council now stands tall.

“The (Grove City Chamber of Commerce) had a lot of hand in putting it together and getting it started,” says Dennise Hunt, vice president of the arts council and a former president of the group.

The chamber and the arts council quickly began collaborating on Grove City’s signature event, Arts in the Alley, which celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2020. The arts council is still involved in Arts in the Alley today.

“I’ve been director of the fine arts show for Arts in the Alley for the last six (years),” Hunt says. “Prior to that, we had one of our members that did it for 16 years. And we always have a booth for the council.”

But the Arts in the Alley isn’t the only thing the arts council has had its hands on.

“Our purpose is to promote the arts in Grove City, no matter what shape it takes,” Hunt says. www.DiscoverGroveCity.com

Grove City Arts Council President Debra Orlando, center, and artist husband John Orlando checks in vendors along with brother Kenny for the 2019 spring bazaar.

One of the arts council’s biggest initiatives was awarding an annual scholarship to a high school senior in the SouthWestern City School District. Applicants were students who planned to pursue an artistic career after graduation and had to present their artwork to the council for consideration.

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“We did that for many years, and we probably awarded over $40,000 worth of scholarships in that time,” Hunt says.

Four or five years ago, however, Hunt says the council decided to take the grant in a new direction.

“We converted it to just a general grant for anyone who had an art project of any kind,” Hunt says. “Rather than isolate ourselves to seniors in high school, there were other groups that were needing to have funding to help produce whatever their project was.”

Hunt says many applicants have been teachers looking to produce community art projects. One recipient built an outdoor garden promoting unity and peace. Another teacher’s project worked with students to create large posters based around life quotes, proverbs and philosophies.

“One year, we did an endangered species coloring book that we developed ourselves,” Hunt says. “We gave 1,685 coloring books to the South-Western City Schools District’s thirdgraders to work in conjunction to their science curriculum.”

Weathering the Years

Since its founding, the arts council has seen significant growth and held strong through periodic highs and lows.

In the past couple years, the council has grown in numbers.

Hunt says that when she started as president of the arts council there were eight members who regularly came to meetings.

“By the time I finished my presidency, my first term, we had The Grove City Arts Council had an active booth at the 2021 Grove City 35 people,” she says.

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Though the pandemic has affected the arts council’s membership, the council is still going strong with more than 20 members, Hunt says, and they anticipate that number rising.

“Not being in person didn’t stop us from promoting or appreciating art,” Hunt says.

Next up on the arts council’s agenda is getting its very own arts center to be able to better serve the needs of the community.

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Christmas Tree Hunt Grove City citizen Christmas tree donations highlight Town Center

By Emily Lutz

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rove City’s historic Town Center never fails to dazzle during the holiday season. This holiday charm couldn’t be achieved without the annual donation of a centerpiece Christmas tree.

This year the tree will be donated by the Hawkins family, and Amy Hawkins says the family members are no strangers to this tradition. In fact, they were destined to be part of it.

When they purchased their house six years ago, one of the two large pine trees on the property was already promised for Town Center by the home’s previous owner.

Glad to participate, Hawkins says she was impressed by the thorough and speedy work of Jodee Lowe, Grove City’s urban forester.

“They came that fall and took the tree, and they came back that next spring and grinded up the stump and planted grass seed,” Hawkins says. “They did an outstanding job.”

This year, the remaining pine on the Hawkins’ property has grown too big to stay, so Hawkins reached out to Lowe to see if the tree would be a good fit for the city centerpiece. Sure enough, the family is sending a second tree to the Town Center.

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2020 Christmas tree in historic Town Center

Lowe’s responsibilities include hunting down a tree and supervising its transport. Ahlum & Arbor Tree Preservation cuts, installs and decorates the tree in Town Center.

While Lowe relies on word of mouth to find the tree, she says she rarely runs into issues, as Grove City residents are

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enthusiastic about the tradition. Some years the city receives as many as five or six offers. Even with all those options, Lowe carefully selects the right tree. Grove City’s centerpiece has to be something truly special – and large.

“We sink the tree five feet into the ground so it has to be tall and full,” Lowe says.

Even if a tree is not the right fit for the centerpiece, Lowe may still use the tree for other decorations in Town Center. She generally cuts down an additional two trees each year. She also may wait and come back to a promising tree in a couple years if it’s not quite big enough.

Lowe says the process of obtaining trees and decorating the Town Center can become a huge undertaking. One year, a donated tree was so massive that police blocked off the entire street so it could be safely transported. But, she says, all this effort is worth it for the dazzling end result.

“It’s a big honor to have your tree be the official Christmas tree for Grove City,” Lowe says.

Hawkins can certainly attest to this as well. She and her family enjoy visiting Town Center during the holidays for the decorations and displays, but seeing their tree as the centerpiece is an added bonus. Having a tree featured for the second time makes the moment all the more magical.

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By Cameron Carr

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hen Jesse Hubbard first decided to write a cocktail book, he wanted to find a way to distinguish it from the thousands of other titles in the genre. So, he turned to his other love: music.

The result is Punk Rock & Cocktails, a book that pulls inspiration from 20 of Hubbard’s favorite musical artists to create new riffs on classic drinks.

“I come from the mixtape generation, making mixtapes and sharing them with your buddies,” Hubbard says, “and that’s kind of what this is.”

Hubbard, the bar lead at Rye River Social in Grandview, was exposed to rock music early as his parents played classics such as The Beatles, Led Zeppelin and The Rolling Stones on a regular basis. He describes Bruce Springsteen as his “ultimate hero.”

For this book, though, Hubbard turned to the world of punk rock, which he first connected to in his teen years.

“To me, punk is being true to yourself in spite of anything,” he says. “This was my ode to punk rock, to do the most punk rock thing I could think of and do these pretty, fancy cocktails for these bands that I love so much.”

The book reflects Hubbard’s devotion to both cocktails and music. The recipes range from light and refreshing mixes to boozy sippers and even tiki-inspired drinks. Musically, Hubbard takes influence from classics including Minor Threat and former Black Flag member Henry Rollins to the more modern sounds of Dropkick Murphys and The Offspring.

Hubbard sees Punk Rock & Cocktails as a chance to introduce readers to something new.

“I hope that people not only will learn some new cocktail techniques or ideas about what’s possible,” he says, “but I hope very much that they learn about some new bands and some new records that they’ve never heard of before.” www.DiscoverGroveCity.com

Jesse Hubbard released his Punk Rock and Cocktails book that pulls inspiration from 20 of his favorite musical artists to create new spins on classic drinks.

“It’s all about that sense of community and camaraderie,” he says. “Don’t have a too-cool-for-school attitude about it, let’s all do this for each other. This is a fun thing. You get into this industry to be around people.”

Grove City has proven to be an ideal community for Hubbard, a place that balances his love for small town charm with the liveliness of a city. He says Stringtown Road provides access to most anything he might want while a 10- to 15-minute drive brings Columbus’ activity into reach.

“It is just far enough removed from all of the hustle and bustle where you get a little bit of that suburban, small-town life that I wanted so much,” he says, “but it is close enough to everything you could possibly want.”

For now, Hubbard is working on a second volume of Punk Rock & Cocktails, expected in spring or summer 2022. Hubbard plans for that book to include recipes inspired by Against Me!, Flogging Molly and Rancid, among others.

Hubbard aimed his recipes at cocktail aficionados and home bartenders who might appreciate new ideas and methods but may not have the same encyclopedic knowledge as a seasoned mixologist.

In Hubbard’s mind, sharing his skills and know-how is part of the bartending craft. He says he’s always happy to share a recipe or technique with someone who enjoyed a drink and wants to expand their Cameron Carr is associate editor. Feedback own knowledge. welcome at ccarr@cityscenemediagroup.com.

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n a hot, sunny Friday in September, a horse named Gunner trotted out at the Beulah Park memorial sculpture’s dedication ceremony.

It’s a fitting cameo as the sculpture captures the start of a horserace at the nowtransitioned Beulah Park racetrack, which the Beulah Park master-planned community replaces.

Gunner seemed to approve as the horse neighed in timely appreciation to several of the speeches given at the ceremony.

“It’s a perfect sound coming from the background,” Mayor Richard “Ike” Stage said during his remarks at the ceremony.

The memorial sculpture’s construction has been a roughly three-year project from start to dedication. For architect Craig Murdick, there’s a sense of relief now that a portion of the 220-acre development is completed.

Murdick’s sculpture depicts six horses coming out of a race gate with gate crews in the background and spectators on the side.

Passersby may notice a horse missing at gate No. 2. Oftentimes, horses were disqualified before the start of the race leaving one slot empty. Murdick says the sculpture’s missing horse acknowledges that fact but also helps to create the desired lighting and shadow effects throughout the day.

In a tribute to the racetrack that once stood there, the sand used for the ground where the sculpture resides came from the original track, Murdick says.

B.J. Roach, Gunner’s owner and a jockey who competed at the Beulah Park racetrack starting in the 1960s, appreciates the sculpture’s nod to its past. While he’ll miss the racetrack, he appreciates the amount of green space provided in the new community. www.DiscoverGroveCity.com

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“I think they’ve got a nice development here,” he says.

The sculpture’s dedication arrives as developers wade through challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic including supply disruptions and worker shortages. Developers used the same laborers involved with the construction of the residential units to build the sculpture when the time was available.

The dedication ceremony conveniently aligned with the kickoff of the 2021 Arts in the Alley Music and Arts Festival. The developers saw it as an opportunity to share Beulah Park’s sculpture with the community.

“Public art is important because it promotes a strong sense of place,” says Pat Kelley, the developer of the Beulah Park project.

More than just a link between the past and present, Beulah Park is directly joined to the larger community by the Columbus Street extender that connects the Beulah Park community to Grove City’s historic Town Center. Kelley hopes that connection will serve to enhance the quality of life for Grove City residents.

“This will be a gem unparalleled in central Ohio,” Kelley says.

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Why not wrap up 2021 with some great reads? Check out some staff favorite reads from this year, all available from your library.

The Weight of Ink (fiction)

by Rachel Kadish When retired historian Dr. Helen Watts is asked to appraise a cache of documents found hidden in a 16th century house, she expects fraud at worst and 19th century laundry lists at best. What she did not expect was a treasury of letters that forges a bond between herself and another strong woman from centuries past. Helen’s final project proves to be a mystery whose resolution resonates with both sacrifice and triumph.

Death on Tap (cozy mystery)

by Ellie Alexander The world is up-ended for craft-brewer Sloan Krause when she walks in on her husband with a young barmaid. Throwing him out while devising brews and bakes at the Nitro, the newest brewery in Leavenworth, aka.

Beervaria, doesn’t leave much time for playing detective, unless the number one suspect is her soon-to-be ex. She knows Mac is a rat, but is he a killer?

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A Curse So Dark and Lonely (young adult fantasy)

by Brigid Kemmerer This book is a beautiful YA retelling of Beauty and the Beast. Rhen is a cursed prince, forever repeating the same tragic autumn when Harper falls from modern-day Washington D.C. into his realm. It’s the start of a trilogy filled with magic and well-done drama.

The Echo Wife (sci-fi)

by Sarah Gailey Martine is a genetically cloned replica made to be everything Evelyn isn’t. When the man who made Martine and betrayed Evelyn dies, the two women must work together to get out of the mess. This is a quick read for anyone who enjoys believable sci-fi mixed with murder and dark secrets.

The Last Place You Look (mystery)

by Kristen Lepionka Roxane is a PI and a hot mess, but she is determined to find out what happened 15 years ago to a local teen. This book kicks off a marvelous series that takes place in central Ohio. It’s a little dark and gritty but very engaging with lots of classic mystery elements.

Looking for more inspiration? Give us a call or visit the library’s website swpl.org and explore NoveList Plus and NoveList K-8 Plus, online reader’s advisories for both fiction and nonfiction.

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Fangs (graphic novel)

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City Offices City Hall 4035 Broadway Evans Center 4330 Dudley Ave. Kingston Center 3226 Kingston Ave. Safety Complex (Police) 3360 Park St. Service Complex 3262 Ventura Blvd.

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Hoover Off Haughn Road Indian Trails Off Buckeye Parkway Keller Farms Off White Road Meadowgrove Off Springhill Drive Pinnacle Area 2430 Holton Road Scioto Meadows Off Scioto Meadows Blvd.

Skate Park 3728 Hoover Road Town Center Gazebo Grove City Road at Broadway Town Center Promenade Park St. to Grant Ave. (parking lot) Walden Bluff Walden Bluff Court Westgrove Park 3580 Magnolia St. Windsor (Evans Center) 4330 Dudley Ave. 4408 Broadway

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Preschool RecSchool (Ages: 3-5) This child-centered preschool offered by Grove City Parks and Recreation fosters in each child feelings of competence, social skills, independence, love of learning and appreciation for the wonders of nature. Curriculum is based on the Ohio Department of Education Early Learning Content Standards and capitalizes on how children learn best: through play. Activities balance spontaneous and planned learning experiences including art, literacy, music, exploration, early academics, science and daily outdoor experiences.

RecSchool is at Gantz Barn in Gantz Park and operates September through May with part-week, half-day classes offered morning or afternoon. Enrollees must be 3 years old by Sept. 30 of the current school year. Registration for each school year begins the previous February and continues until the program is full.

Gantz Barn Sept.-May • Morning and afternoon options Registration: Call 614-871-6330 to be placed on the email list for Open House and registration information.

PlayTots (Ages: 2-3 with adult) Two year olds and a parent or other caring adult enjoy preschool classroom activities including art, sensory exploration and self-directed and planned experiences. Registration for the next school year begins each May. Gantz Barn, Upstairs Sept.-May Morning options Activity #: 1992112_07

Registration

Online, phone and office registration begins Mon., Nov. 15 www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Friday PlaySchool (Ages: 3-4 ½) Children gain independence and confidence while learning to work and play with others in a childcentered classroom setting. Weekly activities include creative art, sensory exploration, social play and singing at circle time.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Fri. Gantz Barn, Upstairs $52 (NR: $60) Begins: Dec. 3 • 12:20-1:30 p.m.

No class: Dec. 24 or 31 (Fri.) Activity #: 1082112_01 Ballet Baby (Ages: 3-4)

Modern Dance (Ages: 3-4) Participants learn the jazz dance style, adapting bold, dynamic movements and techniques to later apply to a variety of modern dances. Develop skills to grow and enhance your journey for future dance. Lindsay Maynard instructs.

Modern Dance (Ages: 3) Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 4 $32 (NR: $37) Begins: Dec. 9 • 5:30-6 p.m.

No class: Dec. 23 or 30 (Thu.) Activity #: 1022112_01

New dancers are introduced to Modern Dance the fundamentals of ballet while (Ages: 4) developing coordination, balance and grace. Ballet shoes or soft-soled slippers Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. needed. Tami Kelly instructs. Child must Kingston Center Room 4 be toilet trained. $32 (NR: $37) Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 4 $36 (NR: $41)

Begins: Dec. 9 • 6:15-6:45 p.m.

No class: Dec. 23 or 30 (Thu.) Activity #: 1022112_02

Begins: Jan. 5 • 5:30-6 p.m.

Activity #: 1022112_03

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JumpBunch (Ages: 18-36 months) Toddlers build coordination, balance, teamwork and motor skills during coach-led activities. Through encouragement and success, children gain confidence, sports-readiness skills, and the foundations of fitness.

JumpBunch (Ages: 18-24 months) Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Gym $40 (NR: $45) Begins: Dec. 8 • 6-6:30 p.m.

No class: Dec. 22 or 29 (Wed.) Activity #: 1032112_01 JumpBunch (Ages: 2) Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Gym $40 (NR: $45) Begins: Dec. 8 • 6:30-7 p.m.

No class: Dec. 22 or 29 (Wed.) Activity #: 1032112_02 Sporties for Shorties (Ages: 3-5) Young children develop kicking, running, throwing and team skills through exciting lead-up sports activities and group games. Focus sports may include baseball, soccer, football and others. Powered by JumpBunch.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Gym $40 (NR: $45) Begins: Dec. 8 • 7-7:45 p.m.

No class: Dec. 22 or 29 (Wed.) Activity #: 1032112_03

Little Ballers Basketball (Ages: 4-5)

KinderMusik (Ages: 1-4 with adult) Music supports cognitive, social, physical and musical whole-child development. Children with one caring adult join Stephanie Dille of Groove City Kids Music for interactive musical experiences. Play instruments, sing and dance for learning, health and joy!

KinderMusik (Ages: 1-2 with adult) Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 3 $80 (NR: $88) Begins: Dec. 9 • 9:30-10 a.m.

No class: Dec. 23 or 30 (Thu.) Activity #: 1052112_01 KinderMusik (Ages: 3-4 with adult)

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Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Highland Park Elementary, 2600 Cameron St. $75 Begins: Nov. 2 • 6-7 p.m.

Register with Bally Sports

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 3 $80 (NR: $88)

Inclement-weather activity status updates: 614-277-3060

Bally Sports Group provides a fun, educational first basketball experience!

Players learn fundamentals of dribbling, shooting, passing, rebounding, defense and game play through developmentally appropriate teaching.

Each week includes instruction and modified, recreational game play in a positive, encouraging atmosphere modeling good sportsmanship. Dress in athletic clothing and bring a water bottle. Team shirt included. Register at bit.ly/BallySportsGC.

Begins: Dec. 9 • 10:15-11 a.m.

No class: Dec. 23 or 30 (Thu.) Activity #: 1052112_02

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Highland Park Elementary, 2600 Cameron St. $75 Begins: Nov. 2 • 7-8 p.m.

Register with Bally Sports

Registration

Online, phone and office registration begins Mon., Nov. 15 www.GroveCityOhio.gov

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P.A.R.K. After School - Elementary Grades K-4

Programmed After-school Recreation for Kids is committed to providing a safe, secure, enriching and affordable place to be after school. This schoolage childcare program offers daily after-school activities for children in kindergarten through grade four staffed by qualified childcare providers at each site. P.A.R.K. operates in the school gymnasiums at Buckeye Woods, Highland Park, J.C. Sommer, Monterey and Richard Avenue elementaries every day the South-Western City School District (SWCSD) is in session.

The program is designed for, but not limited to, children of working parents.

P.A.R.K. provides planned cooperative games, outrageous play, fitness, indoor and outdoor activities, free art, specialinterest and free-choice activities and much more. Please pack a nutritious snack daily.

School Year SWCSD Elementaries $190 School Days • 2:30-6 p.m.

Activity #: 2982112_01 P.A.R.K. Before School - Elementary Grades K-4 Before-school P.A.R.K. creates a safe, fun environment in the morning hours before school starts for students of Buckeye Woods, Highland Park, J.C. Sommer, Monterey and Richard Avenue elementaries. The monthly tuition fee includes breakfast and supervised recreational activities. This program meets every day the SWCSD is in session. Transportation to the child’s home school is provided by the SWCSD Transportation Department; J.C. Sommer elementary students walk to school with P.A.R.K. staff.

School Year Kingston Center Room 2 $98 School Days • 6-8 a.m.

Activity #: 2982112_06

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P.A.R.K. Before School Intermediate Grades 5-6 Before-school P.A.R.K. creates a safe, fun environment in the morning hours before school starts for students of Hayes, Holt Crossing and Park Street intermediate schools. The monthly tuition fee includes breakfast and supervised recreational activities. This program meets every day the SWCSD is in session. Transportation to the child’s home school is provided by the SWCSD Transportation Department; Park Street Intermediate students walk to school with P.A.R.K. staff.

School Year Kingston Center Room 4 $110 School Days • 6-9 a.m.

Activity #: 2982112_07 Ballet Basics (Ages: 8-12) Slightly older children just getting started are introduced to ballet fundamentals, developing coordination, balance and grace. Ballet shoes or soft-soled shoes are needed.

Tami Kelly instructs.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 4 $36 (NR: $41) Begins: Jan. 5 • 7-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2022112_03 Ballet Princess (Ages: 5-7) Develop coordination, balance and grace while being introduced to the fundamentals of ballet. Ballet shoes or soft-soled slippers are needed. Tami Kelly instructs.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 4 $36 (NR: $41) Begins: Jan. 5 • 6:15-6:45 p.m.

Activity #: 2022112_02

P.A.R.K. programs are popular!

Call 614-277-3050 to ensure availability before attempting to register.

Modern Dance (Ages: 5-10) Participants learn the jazz dance style, adapting bold, dynamic movements and techniques to later apply to a variety of modern dances. Develop skills to grow and enhance your journey for future dance. Lindsay Maynard instructs.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 4 $37 (NR: $42) Begins: Dec. 9 • 7-7:45 p.m.

No class: Dec. 23 or 30 (Thu.) Activity #: 2022112_01 Karate Peewee Beginners (Ages: 4-7) Learn basic karate movements, the martial arts philosophy and the importance of concentration and confidence. Dave Holloway instructs.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Room 3 $30 (NR: $34) Begins: Dec. 6 • 5-5:30 p.m.

No class Dec. 20 or 27 (Mon.) Activity #: 1062112_01 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 3 $30 (NR: $34) Begins: Dec. 8 • 5-5:30 p.m.

No class: Dec. 22 or 29 (Wed.) Activity #: 1062112_02 Karate Peewee Advanced (Ages: 4-7) Build on the basics of karate with movement drills, kata (form) and noncontact sparring with added emphasis on concentration, confidence and the martial arts philosophy. Dave Holloway instructs.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Room 3 $30 (NR: $34) Begins: Dec. 6 • 5:45-6:15 p.m.

No class Dec. 20 or 27 (Mon.) Activity #: 1062112_03 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 3 $30 (NR: $34) Begins: Dec. 8 • 5:45-6:15 p.m.

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Big Art (Ages: 5-8) Cover a variety of styles and techniques while focusing on the process, using quality materials and supplies found in art studios like pastels, watercolors, acrylics and more. Take home a finished piece each class. Art supplies furnished.

Dress to get messy/bring a smock!

Wks: 2 • Classes: 2 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $25 (NR: $30) Begins: Dec. 7 • 6-6:45 p.m.

Activity #: 2042112_01 Wks: 2 • Classes: 2 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $25 (NR: $30) Begins: Jan. 4 • 6-6:45 p.m.

Activity #: 2042201_01 Art Workshop (Ages: 9-13) Speed Training: Beginner (Ages: 8-11)

Speed Training: Advanced (Ages: 12-18)

Looking to gain an edge on the athletic competition? Use resistance bands to improve strength, flexibility, agility and overall speed. Mike Kusan instructs. For those athletes training for the first time with Mr. Kusan.

Improve speed, agility, flexibility and strength during intense workouts using resistance bands. Gain an edge on the athletic competition! Mike Kusan instructs. For athletes experienced working with Mr. Kusan.

Wks: 2 • Classes: 4 • Days: Mon., Wed. Kingston Center Room 5 $50 (NR: $55)

Wks: 2 • Classes: 4 • Days: Mon., Wed. Kingston Center Room 5 $50 (NR: $55)

Begins: Dec. 6 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2032112_02

Begins: Dec. 6 • 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2032112_01

Wks: 2 • Classes: 4 • Days: Tue., Thu. Kingston Center Room 5 $50 (NR: $55)

Wks: 2 • Classes: 4 • Days: Tue., Thu. Kingston Center Room 5 $50 (NR: $55)

Begins: Dec. 7 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2032112_04

Begins: Dec. 7 • 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2032112_03

Wks: 4 • Classes: 6 • Days: Mon., Wed. Kingston Center Room 5 $75 (NR: $83)

Wks: 4 • Classes: 6 • Days: Mon., Wed. Kingston Center Room 5 $75 (NR: $83)

Begins: Jan. 3 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

No class: Jan. 17 (Mon.) or Jan. 18 (Tue.) Activity #: 2032201_02

Begins: Jan. 3 • 4:30-5:30 p.m.

No class: Jan. 17 (Mon.) Activity #: 2032201_01

Wks: 4 • Classes: 6 • Days: Tue., Thu. Kingston Center Room 5 $75 (NR: $83)

Wks: 4 • Classes: 6 • Days: Tue., Thu. Kingston Center Room 5 $75 (NR: $83)

Begins: Jan. 4 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

No class: Jan. 17 (Mon.) or Jan. 18 (Tue.) Activity #: 2032201_04

Begins: Jan. 4 • 4:30-5:30 p.m.

No class: Jan. 18 (Tue.) Activity #: 2032201_03

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Create artwork while practicing and combining techniques of famous artists such as sketching, painting, collage and more. Complete a project each week.

Dress to get messy/bring a smock.

Wks: 2 • Classes: 2 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $30 (NR: $35) Begins: Dec. 7 • 7-7:45 p.m.

Activity #: 2042112_02 Wks: 2 • Classes: 2 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $30 (NR: $35) Begins: Jan. 4 • 7-7:45 p.m.

Activity #: 2042201_02

Program details subject to change to reduce community health risks from COVID-19.

Registration

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Winter Wonderland Snow (Ages: 5-10) Enjoy playing in snow without needing to bundle up! It is not the snow you are used to. Make several varieties of fake snow to enjoy.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Dec. 2 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2042112_03 Christmas Countdown (Ages: 5-10) Make your own Christmas countdown to the night Santa visits.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Dec. 7 • 4-5 p.m.

Activity #: 2042112_04 Santa’s Reindeer (Ages: 5-10)

Christmas Bingo (Ages: 5-10) Play Christmas-themed bingo and win prizes while decorating Christmas cookies for the holiday.

Fashion snowflake art to add to your winter decorations using paint, cotton swabs, glue, beads and more.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14)

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14)

Dec. 21 • 4-5 p.m.

Activity #: 2042112_08

Jan. 11 • 4-5 p.m.

Activity #: 2042201_05

Bringing in the New Year (Ages: 5-10) Prepare for your New Year’s Party by making hats, noise makers and your own countdown to ring in the New Year!

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Dec. 28 • 4-5 p.m.

Activity #: 2042112_09 Snowman Crafts (Ages: 5-10)

Make a festive hat featuring antlers just like Santa’s reindeer, then prepare reindeer food for Santa and his reindeer.

Embrace the snow by creating a variety of snowmen you can enjoy all year round.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14)

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14)

Dec. 9 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2042112_05

Begins: Jan. 4 • 4-5 p.m.

Activity #: 2042201_03

Ornaments (Ages: 5-10) Join us for a night of creating unique ornaments made from pine cones, fabric, jingle bells and more.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Dec. 14 • 4-5 p.m.

Activity #: 2042112_06 Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14)

Snow Globes (Ages: 5-10) Did you know there are many ways to make a snow globe? From glass to paper, explore and learn several ways and shake up the new year.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Jan. 6 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2042201_04

Dec. 16 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2042112_07

Some adult classes are open to teens. Check the Adult section or call 614-277-3050 for options. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Snowflakes (Ages: 5-10)

Rocks, Rocks, Rocks!

(Ages: 5-10) Come rock with us as we transform rocks into surprising types of art.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Jan. 13 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2042201_06 Monsters (Ages: 5-10) Don’t be scared! Create your own monsters to love out of paper bags, plates, clothespins and more.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Jan. 18 • 4-5 p.m.

Activity #: 2042201_07 Disney Crafts (Ages: 5-10) Seek inspiration from the movies “Up” and “Frozen” to create amusing crafts.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Jan. 20 • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2042201_08 Paint Night (Ages: 5-10) Paint in all sorts of unusual ways with techniques using shaving cream, ice and more.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Jan. 25 • 4-5 p.m.

Activity #: 2042201_09

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Acting Class with Showcase (Ages: 7-16) Work in groups to act out various ageappropriate scenes, including some from TV, movies and plays. Improve memory, learn to develop a character and increase self-confidence and stage presence. Interested in working in the entertainment industry? The instructor can provide guidance to parents of children looking to pursue professional acting. Last day is a showcase for guests.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 3 $113 (NR: $128) Begins: Dec. 2 • 6-6:50 p.m.

No class: Dec. 23 or 30 (Thu.) Activity #: 2052112_03 Acting Games (Ages: 7-16) Build confidence and creativity while having fun learning to act through games and improvisational situations to help you think on your feet and explore the possibilities of your imagination. Acting games build skills in collaboration, expose participant to new experiences and foster selfreliance.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 3 $75 (NR: $85) Begins: Dec. 2 • 5-5:50 p.m.

No class: Dec. 23 or 30 (Thu.) Activity #: 2052112_02 Modeling the Catwalk (Ages: 7-16) Experience fashion on a make-believe catwalk stage. Learn to walk with grace and style as well as basic etiquette to help with behavior and manners.

Model your favorite Disney character costumes/outfits. Invite a guest to see you work the stage on the last day.

Includes in-class photo session with a professional with photos for you to keep!

Wks: 5 • Classes: 5 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 3 $125 (NR: $140) Begins: Nov. 30 • 5-6 p.m.

No class: Dec. 21 or 28 (Tue.) Activity #: 2052112_01

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Cookie Decorating Party!

(Ages: 6-9) Ice, ice, baby! Get wrapped up in the holiday season and have a fun-filled time decorating pre-baked Christmas cookies. Gloria Hartung instructs.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $10 (NR: $12) Dec. 8 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2072112_01 Make Your Own Pop Tarts (Ages: 6-9) Use items readily found in grocery stores to bake up some fruit-filled Pop-Tarts-style pastries. Gloria Hartung instructs.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $10 (NR: $13) Jan. 5 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2072201_01 Mini Chicken Pot Pies (Ages: 6-9) New! Make individual chicken pot pies in muffin tins. Gloria Hartung instructs Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $10 (NR: $13) Jan. 19 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2072201_02 VIPs: Teens for Grove City (Ages: (Grades 7-12)) Join the Volunteer Involvement Program (V.I.P.) to donate your time and expertise while gaining service hours and a great feeling of helping others.

Hours are conveniently tracked through the program. Grove City offers many events and programs throughout the year, and participants in this program help make them successful. Join today to have fun and make a difference in the community. Applications are available in the Kingston Center and at GroveCityOhio.gov.

Call 614-277-3058 for information.

Registration

Online, phone and office registration begins Mon., Nov. 15

Adult Christmas Table Wreath (Ages: 18+) Create a long-lasting wreath of evergreens and herbs with a spice chunky candle in the middle to grace your holiday table. Beautiful and festive, it will last for weeks and bring light and fragrance to your holiday celebrations.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $35 (NR: $43) Dec. 14 • 6:30-8 p.m.

Activity #: 3042112_01 Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $35 (NR: $43) Dec. 16 • 6:30-8 p.m.

Activity #: 3042112_02 Herbal Spa Class (Ages: 18+) Create a relaxing spa experience using herbs from the Gardens at Gantz and treat yourself and a friend. Make and use sugar scrub cubes, rose facial toner and an herbal facial steam. Tea and herbal snacks round out the morning.

Mary Jane LaLonde instructs.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Sat. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $32 (NR: $38) Jan. 15 • 10:30 a.m.-noon Activity #: 3042201_01 Painted Canvas (Ages: 15+) Refresh yourself by being creative!

Follow step-by-step instructions to recreate an image using brushes and pallet knives to add acrylic paint and texture to an 11x14-inch canvas. All supplies included. Dress to get messy/ bring a smock.

Painted Canvas: Holiday Theme (Ages: 15+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Classroom $30 (NR: $35) Dec. 2 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Activity #: 3042112_03

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Painted Canvas: Winter Theme (Ages: 15+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Classroom $30 (NR: $35) Jan. 13 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Activity #: 3042201_03 Backyard Habitat Gardening Series (Ages: 18+) Explore ways to create bio-diversity in your yard in a four-class series. Learn to create different gardens, which plants attract birds and butterflies, the importance of beneficial insects, and how to grow a vegetable garden in a small space. Each session features hands-on activities and handouts.

Jan. 11: The Importance of Creating Bio-Diversity; Feb. 8: Garden with Native Plants; March 8: Personalize Your Landscape with Trees, Shrubs and Garden Features; and April 12: Family Vegetable Gardening in Small Spaces Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Eagle Pavilion $50 (NR: $60) Begins: Jan. 11 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Activity #: 3092214_01 Rosemary: An Herbal Exploration (Ages: 18+) Rosemary has many culinary and health applications. Discuss its many properties, use its essential oil to make a soap and bead diffusers, then sample rosemary snacks and beverages.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $25 (NR: $28) Jan. 26 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 3042201_02

Grove City Community Quilting Retreat (Ages: 16+) Join members of the Fat Quarters Quilt Guild for an uninterrupted day of sewing, quilting and camaraderie at an annual retreat. Work on a mystery quilt, choose one of the small projects, learn new techniques or bring your own work in -progress. Includes patterns for all projects, ample sewing space, unlimited support and meals: a hot lunch, on-the-go supper and snacks.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Sat. Evans Center $40 (payable to Fat Quarters Quilting Guild) Feb. 5 • 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

Register before Wed., Jan. 12. Call Michele Demmy at 614-875-3470.

Karate Youth/Adult Beginners (Ages: 8+)

Parks and Recreation activities are canceled when SWCSD cancels classes for inclement weather and as necessary when school is not in session.

Updates: 614-277-3060 @GroveCityParks www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 3 $40 (NR: $45) Begins: Dec. 8 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

No class: Dec. 22 or 29 (Wed.) Activity #: 3062112_02 Karate Youth/Adult Advanced (Ages: 8+) Deepen levels of concentration and confidence, while emphasizing martial arts philosophy and learning more advanced movement drills, kata (form) and non-contact sparring. Dave Holloway instructs.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Room 3 $40 (NR: $45) Begins: Dec. 6 • 7:45-8:45 p.m.

No class: Dec. 6 or 27 (Thu.) Activity #: 3062112_03 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 3 $40 (NR: $45)

Build concentration and confidence with an emphasis on martial arts Begins: Dec. 8 • 7:45-8:45 p.m. philosophy while learning karate No class: Dec. 22 or 29 (Wed.) basics, movement drills, kata (form) and Activity #: 3062112_04 non-contact sparring. Dave Holloway instructs.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Room 3 $40 (NR: $45) Begins: Dec. 6 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

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Line Dance (Ages: 18+) Designed for intermediate level dancers, country and ballroom line dances are instructor lead and set to fun, beautiful music. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes that slide easily across the floor. Learn exciting dances and meet new friends!

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Auditorium $20 (NR: $22) Begins: Jan. 6 • 7-8 p.m.

Activity #: 5022201_01 Square Dance: Mainstream (Ages: 18+) Grove City Western Squares continues their classes with mainstream lessons that build on the first set with more calls and more fun. As before, the GCWS instructor/caller teaches the mainstream calls as members help guide you along.

Wks: 10 • Classes: 10 • Day: Mon. Evans Center Auditorium $23 (NR: $25) Begins: Dec. 6 • 7-9 p.m.

No class: Jan. 3 (Mon.) Activity #: 5022112_02 Workout with Weights (Ages: 18+) Get familiar with simple yet effective strength-building exercises anyone can do. Learn a different set each week that you can do at home. Bring a yoga mat and a set of five-pound or heavier weights.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $23 (NR: $25) Begins: Jan. 5 • 6-6:45 p.m.

Activity #: 5032201_02

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Yoga (Ages: 18+) Learn to relax the body and calm the mind. Melt away tension and stress by combining Hatha yoga posture with breathing techniques and deep relaxation. Wear loose, comfortable clothing, bring a towel or mat and come with an empty stomach.

Wks: 3 • Classes: 3 • Day: Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $16 (NR: $18) Begins: Dec. 7 • 6-7 p.m.

Activity #: 5032112_01 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $22 (NR: $24) Begins: Jan. 4 • 6-7 p.m.

Activity #: 5032201_01

Grove City Compost Drop Off Program (Ages: 18+ Residents Only) Participate in the City’s food composting program, funded with assistance from the Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio’s (SWACO) Community Waste Reduction Grant.

This program is free to all residents of Grove City, Jackson Township and Urbancrest. The drop-off is located at 2803 Southwest Blvd., Grove City, Ohio, behind Brookpark Middle School.

Download a map and list of accepted materials at bit.ly/GCComposting .

Brookpark Middle School Rear Parking Lot No cost to residents Call 614-277-3050 to register.

Self Defense (Ages: 18+) Designed to give the average citizen the ability to recognize, avoid and deal with threats, this class includes a lecture, PowerPoint presentation and other visual aids, and hands-on applications that introduce you to protective techniques including use of pepper spray and other less lethal and improvised weapons.

Wks: 4 • Class: 1 • Day: Sat. Evans Center Auditorium $20 Jan. 15 • 10 a.m.-noon Activity #: 5112201_01

Program details subject to change to reduce community health risks from COVID-19. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

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55+ Lite Line Dance (Ages: 55+) Line dancing is a great way to have fun while staying active. First-time dancers are introduced to the basic steps and techniques of line dancing. Also great for those who enjoy easy line dances at a gentle pace.

Wks: 3 • Classes: 3 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $15 Begins: Dec. 8 • 1-2 p.m.

No class: Dec. 15 (Wed.) Activity #: 4022112_01 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $20 Begins: Jan. 5 • 1-2 p.m.

Activity #: 4022201_01 Line Dance (Ages: 55+) Intermediate dancers learning exciting country and ballroom line dances and meet new friends. Each dance is instructor lead to fun and beautiful music. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes that slide easily across the floor.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Auditorium $20 Begins: Dec. 2 • 7-8 p.m.

No class: Dec. 23 (Thu.) Activity #: 5022112_01 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Auditorium $20 (NR: $22) Begins: Jan. 6 • 7-8 p.m.

Activity #: 5022201_01

Chair Exercise (Ages: 55+) This video-based program provides a group exercise experience for social interaction and motivation to get you moving! Seated fitness routines offer people with mobility, endurance and balance issues a way to lower blood pressure and to increase stamina, muscle tone, flexibility, coordination and a sense of well-being through lowimpact workouts.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Auditorium Free Begins: Dec. 9 • 10-10:45 a.m.

Activity #: 4032112_04 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Auditorium Free Begins: Jan. 6 • 10-10:45 a.m.

Activity #: 4032201_04 Senior Exercise (Ages: 55+) Are you a physically active senior looking to increase strength, gain flexibility and range of motion, produce better mobility and gait, and improve balance? This fun, motivated and comradery-based program features 20 minutes of aerobic exercise followed by 20 minutes of progressive resistance strength training (weightlifting) sandwiched by 10-minute warm-up and cool-down sessions. Bring an exercise mat and hand weights.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 7 • Days: Mon., Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $15 Begins: Dec. 6 • 9-10 a.m.

No class: Dec. 1 or 15 (Wed.) Activity #: 4032112_05 Wks: 5 • Classes: 9 • Days: Mon., Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $15 Begins: Jan. 3 • 9-10 a.m.

Activity #: 4032201_05

Evans Center Walking Club Seniors, meet at 9 a.m., Mondays in Windsor Park at path end east of the Center for a group walk. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Senior Yoga (Ages: 55+) Move through yoga poses designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement while enjoying restorative breathing exercises that promote stress reduction and mental clarity.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Auditorium $15 Begins: Jan. 6 • 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Activity #: 4032201_06 Tai Chi (Ages: 55+) Create a peaceful mental space and build a calm and balancing energy through the slow, mindful movements of Yang-style Tai Chi. Increase your mental and physical flexibility and feel more energized, positive and confident.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $18 Begins: Dec. 7 • 10-11 a.m.

Activity #: 4032112_06 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $18 Begins: Jan. 4 • 10-11 a.m.

Activity #: 4032201_07 Walking Club (Ages: 55+) Walking is great exercise that builds endurance. Walk farther and faster over tougher terrain, and more easily complete everyday activities such as gardening, shopping or playing a sport.

Walk your way to better health and increase your personal wellness. All speeds and skill levels welcome.

Day: Mon. Windsor Park East of the Evans Center Free Weekly • 9-10 a.m.

Drop in Day: Mon. Windsor Park East of the Evans Center Free Weekly • 9-10 a.m.

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Chair Volleyball (Ages: 55+) Join the fun! This activity includes physical wellness, social interaction, competition and, most of all, lots of laughs. Chair volleyball reduces stress while boosting self-esteem and confidence in those who cannot play traditional volleyball, creating an even playing field by requiring players to remain seated.

Days: Mon., Wed. Evans Center Auditorium Free Begins: Dec. 6 • 2-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4032112_03 Days: Mon., Wed. Evans Center Auditorium Free Begins: Jan. 3 • 2-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4032201_03 Fitness Room (Ages: 55+) It is normal for life events and setbacks to get in the way of staying active.

Make physical activity a regular part of your life and reach your goals with help from the Evans Center fitness room. Exercise at your own pace on elliptical machines, treadmills, NuStep, recumbent and upright bikes, hydraulic weight machines and free weights.

Register for a work-out time slot by calling 614-277-1060 or stopping at the front desk.

Days: Mon.-Fri. Evans Center Fitness Room $15 Begins: Dec. 1 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Call 614-277-1060 to register and reserve times.

Days: Mon.-Fri. Evans Center Fitness Room $15 Begins: Jan. 3 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Call 614-277-1060 to register and reserve times.

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Bead Artwork (Ages: 55+) Versatility makes beads the perfect materials for crafting projects. Join the fun and create a variety of handcrafted items that show off your personality and are perfect for sharing. Purchase kits separately.

Day: Mon. Evans Center Classroom Free Weekly • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Drop in Open Art Studio (Ages: 55+) You provide the artistry, we provide the space. Create your own, self-guided artwork using pastel, paint, watercolor, pencil, charcoal, colored pencil or other medium. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels welcome!

Wks: 5 • Classes: 5 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Classroom Free Begins: Dec. 3 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Call 614-277-1060 to register.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Classroom Free Begins: Jan. 7 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Call 614-277-1060 to register.

Bingo (Ages: 55+) Compete against other players to be the first with a winning arrangement for the prize. Play for different patterns like classic, X, T, postage stamp and full card. Games are $.25 per card.

Wks: 5 • Classes: 5 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Classroom Free Begins: Dec. 2 • 1-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4082112_02 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Classroom Free Begins: Jan. 6 • 1-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4082201_02 Game Day Fun: Five Crowns (Ages: 55+) Have fun together with this rummystyle card game with five suits. Make the right combinations, be the first to go out, then watch players scramble during one last chance to cut their losses!

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Classroom Free Dec. 31 • 1-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4082112_04

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Game Day Fun: Cornhole (Ages: 55+) Fondly recall days of playing horseshoes in the back yard? Try cornhole, a lawn game in which players take turns trying to score points by tossing bags of corn onto or through a small hole in a platform.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Classroom Free Jan. 21 • 1-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4082201_04 Movie Fun Miss the days of watching a movie in a theater? Immerse yourself in the scent of fresh popcorn, the darkness illuminated by the flicker of a film, and the emotion of the surrounding crowd reacting to the on-screen events.

The shared experience changes the way you see the movie, and spurs conversation and analysis. Join us for movie days in our own “theater.”

Registration required.

Movie Fun: National Lampoons Christmas Vacation (Ages: 55+) (1989; PG-13) The Griswold family has plans for a big, old-fashioned family Christmas that predictably turn into a big disaster.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Classroom Free Dec. 17 • 1-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4082112_03 Movie Fun: The Call of the Wild (Ages: 55+) (2020; PG) Buck is a big-hearted dog whose blissful domestic life is disrupted when he is stolen from California and transplanted to the wilds of the Alaskan Yukon in the 1890s. As newest dog on a mail-delivery sled team, he experiences the adventure of a lifetime and finds his true place in the world.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Classroom Free

Healthy Living: Brain and Body (Ages: 55+)

Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s (Ages: 55+)

Looking for ways to age well? This program offers research-based recommendations for caring for our brains and bodies to maximize function as we grow older.

Learn more about the warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, and what memory or thinking changes you notice in yourself or others might mean.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Classroom Free

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Classroom Free

Dec. 8 • 1-2 p.m.

Activity #: 4112201_02

Jan. 19 • 1-2 p.m.

Activity #: 4112201_01

Community Paramedic Program (Ages: 55+) Jason Adams of Jackson Township Fire Department shares info on this program dedicated to improving the health and welfare of the citizens through collaborations with existing healthcare systems, community resources, education and community outreach.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Classroom Free Dec. 3 • 1-2 p.m.

Activity #: 4112112_01 Conversations About Loss (Ages: 55+) There is no normal way to experience grief. While you may be tempted to isolate yourself, it is okay (even healthy) to lean on others for support.

Interacting with friends, family and support groups can be helpful when you feel low or overwhelmed. Meet with others with similar experiences and join in discussions or just listen.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Classroom Free Dec. 8 • 10-11 a.m.

Activity #: 4082112_01 Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Classroom Free Jan. 12 • 10-11 a.m.

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Senior Club Membership (Ages: 55+) Grove City Area Senior Citizens Club meetings and membership resume in January 2022.

Evans Center $5 (NR: $10) 2022 LifeCare Alliance Lunch Program (Ages: 60+) Seniors 60 and older can enjoy a nutritious lunch twice weekly at the Evans Center. There are no financial restrictions.

Days: Tue. & Thu. Evans Center Cafeteria Call 614-277-1067 one week in advance and leave a message to reserve a meal.

S.A.L.T.: Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (Ages: 55+) Seniors are often targets for crimes due to high levels of trust and other vulnerabilities. Gain awareness and learn prevention tips to lessen the chance of being victimized. Use this opportunity to report neighborhood concerns or just ask questions.

Sponsored by the Grove City Division of Police.

Day: 2nd Tue. Evans Center Auditorium Free Monthly Drop in

Jan. 14 • 1-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4082201_03

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Registration

Grove City Parks and Recreation offers five easy methods to register for classes. Registration forms are available for download online at GroveCityOhio.gov or pick up at the Kingston Center or the Evans Center.

ONLINE registration is available at GroveCityOhio.gov for most Parks and Recreation offerings, providing 24-hour access to our exciting array of options for all ages.

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WALK-IN registration is available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the Kingston Center, 3226 Kingston Ave., for preschool, youth and adult classes, and at the Evans Center, 4330 Dudley Ave., for 55+ offerings.

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Registration by PHONE is accepted via Visa, Discover or MasterCard only, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call the Evans Center, 614-277-1060, for 55+ classes, and the Kingston Center, 614-277-3050, for all others.

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Use the silver DROP BOX located on the parking lot side of the Kingston Center for afterhours registration. The box is opened at 8 a.m. each business day; registrations placed in the box after 8 a.m. are processed the next business day.

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MAIL your payment and completed registration form to: Grove City Parks and Recreation Department, Kingston Center, 3226 Kingston Ave., Grove City, OH 43123

Payment Methods • Cash or Money Order • Checks made payable to: City of Grove City. A customer with a returned check is assessed a $25 fee.

Any customer with two returned checks within 12 months must pay all subsequent fees by cash or money order.

• Credit Card: MasterCard, Discover or Visa only Confirmation Once you have registered for a class, no other confirmations are made unless a change is made in the program details. It is the responsibility of the participant to be present on the date and time listed.

Cancellations/Credit Registered participants may cancel from a program, but it is that participant’s responsibility to contact the Parks and Recreation Department. A credit is made to the participant’s account if a request is made in writing prior to the start of the program. To receive a full refund for sports, the request must be made before uniforms are ordered.

Class/Event Cancellation All classes and events are subject to change or cancellation based on participation and instructor availability.

A staff member will notify all registered class participants as changes occur.

Photos and Videos The City of Grove City reserves the right to photograph or record event and program participants for publicity purposes. Images may be used in catalogs, brochures, magazines, ads or other print or electronic public relations efforts (i.e., website, social media).

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and events offered by the City of Grove City. To qualify as a resident, a person must live or work in Grove City or Jackson Township. This does not include all of ZIP code 43123; ZIP codes are used by the U.S. Postal Service to designate the office that delivers mail to an address.

Visit FranklinCountyAuditor.com to check your address. Grove City parcel IDs start with 040; unincorporated Jackson Township with 160.

Through the City of Grove City Fair Share Policy, non-residents who pay income tax to the City of Grove City are eligible to participate at resident rates. To be eligible, non-residents must annually provide proof of employment on company letterhead with the signature of the personnel director or a current pay stub showing the employer’s address.

Equal Opportunities and Special Populations The Grove City Parks and Recreation Department is committed to serving the whole community. All persons regardless of age, sex, race, color, national origin or religion are encouraged to participate. Our goal is also to include individuals with special needs in our existing programs based on their need and ability. Groups or individuals serving special populations are welcome to contact the department to make program arrangements.

The City of Grove City does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to its programs or activities. An ADA Coordinator has been 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.), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability by public agencies. The ADA Coordinator can be contacted at 614-277-3050. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

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Grove City Parks and Recreation Shelter Rentals

Windsor and Gantz parks feature shelters large enough for gatherings available to the public year-round, dawn to dusk, and are open for walk-up usage if not already reserved. Reservations for April through December 2022 begin Tuesday, Jan. 18. All other shelters and gazebos are accessible on a first-come basis and are not reservable. The Eagle Pavilion in Fryer Park has separate policies from open shelters; there is no walk-up usage. For more information, call 614-277-3050 or visit GroveCityOhio.gov and select Park Rentals from the Parks and Recreation menu.

WINDSOR PARK LARGE SHELTER

GANTZ PARK LARGE SHELTER

GANTZ PARK SMALL SHELTER

Size Picnic Tables Electricity

Size Picnic Tables Electricity

Size Picnic Tables Electricity

1,500 square feet 18 With key ($25 deposit)

Rental Times & Fees

11 a.m.-3 p.m. or 4-8 p.m.: $45 ($60 NR) Full Day (11 a.m.-8 p.m.): $75 ($105 NR)

1,800 square feet 18 With key ($25 deposit)

Rental Times & Fees

11 a.m.-3 p.m. or 4-8 p.m.: $55 ($70 NR) Full Day (11 a.m.-8 p.m.): $95 ($125 NR)

850 square feet 6 With key ($25 deposit)

Rental Times & Fees

11 a.m.-3 p.m. or 4-8 p.m.: $45 ($60 NR) Full Day (11 a.m.-8 p.m.): $75 ($105 NR)

Outdoor Shelter Reminders:

WINDSOR PARK BASEBALL FOR ALL/DREAM FIELD SHELTER Size 1,500 square feet Picnic Tables 8 Electricity With key ($25 deposit) Rental Times & Fees 11 a.m.-3 p.m. or 4-8 p.m.: $45 ($60 NR) Full Day (11 a.m.-8 p.m.): $75 ($105 NR)

GANTZ PARK GAZEBO Size Picnic Tables Electricity

500 square feet 0 With key ($25 deposit)

Rental Times & Fees

11 a.m.-3 p.m. or 4-8 p.m.: $45 ($60 NR) Full Day (11 a.m.-8 p.m.): $75 ($105 NR)

FRYER PARK EAGLE PAVILION (ALL SEASON) Size Amenities Utilities

2,500 square feet Serving kitchen, restrooms, round tables and chairs Electricity, plumbing

Rental Times & Fees

Damage deposit (refundable): $150 8 a.m.-noon, 1-5 p.m. or 6-10 p.m.: $200 Any two time blocks: $400 Full Day (8 a.m.-10 p.m.): $550 Pavilion may only be rented by residents. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

• Refunds only granted 30+ days before reservation date.

• Water fountains/flushing toilets are seasonal (April 15-Oct. 15).

• Electricity is available using a key; requires a $25 refundable deposit.

• Reservations have priority. Shelters are first-come, first-served if not rented.

• Shelters are cleaned early each morning. Be prepared in case others have left messes.

• Tobacco products, alcohol use/ impairment and weapons are prohibited.

• All park laws apply; see Grove City Code Chapter 903.

Parks with Walk-up Shelters • • • • • •

Blodwen Creed-Lawless Creekside Fryer Indian Trails Keller Farms

• Meadowgrove • Scioto Meadows • Swearingen • Westgrove • Windsor

Reservations for rentable shelters for 2022 are available starting Tue., Jan. 18.

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Area 2

Area 3

Area 4

First Collection

Oct. 18-22

Oct. 25-29

Nov. 1-5

Nov. 8-12

Second Collection

Nov. 15-19

Nov. 29-Dec. 3

Dec. 6-10

Dec. 13-17

Collection for each area begins on Monday and may take the entire week to complete.

Planned collection dates may change due to weather conditions and when the leaves fall.

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The City of Grove City offers residential leaf collection beginning Monday, Oct. 18. Each of the City’s four defined areas is scheduled two collection weeks through Friday, Dec. 17. Crews travel each street once during the designated week.

Prior to 7 a.m. the Monday of the designated collection week, homeowners should rake only leaves to the grassy area between the street and sidewalk, or to the edge of the lawn, if there is no sidewalk. The collection equipment works efficiently on leaves, but is easily damaged by branches, twigs, grass clippings, rocks and other debris. Leaf piles will not kill grass, although temporary fading may occur.

Do not rake or blow leaves into the street, this can cause storm sewer blockages and parking issues. Vehicles should not be parked in front of, or on top of, leaves during scheduled collection weeks.

Residents opting to have leaves picked up prior to or after their scheduled date can place leaves in yard waste bags/containers for collection by Local Waste Services on their regular trash pickup day. An alternative is mower mulching, providing lawn nutrients and natural fertilizer.

For additional information, contact the Grove City Service Department at 614-277-1100.

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