Discover Grove City July/August 2020

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GroveCity DISCOVER

Volume 3, Number 1 July/August 2020

The official magazine of Grove City, Ohio

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What’s Happening?

6 Thank You, First Responders, Front-line Medical Workers Message from Mayor Richard L. “Ike” Stage

8 Faces

Continuing on Through Crisis Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce steps up during pandemic

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Council Briefs Workforce Development Residents and businesses come together for support

In Focus

Twice the Effort Grove City twins offer helping hands and inspire the community amid the pandemic

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Furry Persuasion Husband’s support sparks veterinarian career

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Spotlight

Stepping Up at StoryPoint Students volunteer at local retirement community

24 Living

A Storied Garage Family makes massive garage renovation that includes a pet shower

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Bring Your BFF

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Around Grove City Bookmarks Luxury Living The Source

Sniff out the perfect spot to bring your furry friends

Parks and Recreation offerings for August/September 2020

On the cover: Shawn Conrad Photo by Brent Clark Photos

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Calendar

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What’s Happening?

Due to health concerns, events are subject to change.

Please visit websites for more information.

Through Sept. 5

Grove City Farmers’ Market Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon Historic Grove City Town Center Broadway and Park Street www.gcchamber.org

July 5

Community Drive-in Night at The Naz presents Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse 6:30 p.m.

The Naz Church 4770 Hoover Rd. www.grovecityohio.gov

July 10

Summer Sizzle Concert Series presents Lords of Literature (classic rock) 7-8:30 p.m.

Historic Grove City Town Center George Edge Music Park on Broadway www.GroveCityOhio.gov

July 10

Food Truck Festival and Patio Hop 4-10 p.m.

Historic Grove City Town Center Broadway and Park Street www.heartofgrovecity.org

July 12

Community Drive-in Night at The Naz presents Dora and the Lost City of Gold 6:30 p.m.

The Naz Church 4770 Hoover Rd. www.grovecityohio.gov 4 July/August 2020

July 13

2020 Chamber Open 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Hickory Hills Golf Club 3344 Georgesville-Wrightsville Rd. www.gcchamber.org

July 17

Summer Sizzle Concert Series presents The Usual Suspects (dance, jazz) 7-8:30 p.m.

Historic Grove City Town Center George Edge Music Park on Broadway www.GroveCityOhio.gov

July 19

Community Drive-in Night at The Naz presents Toy Story 4 6:30 p.m.

The Naz Church 4770 Hoover Rd. www.grovecityohio.gov

July 24

Grove City Homecoming Celebration 6-10 p.m.

Historic Grove City Town Center Broadway and Park Street www.GroveCityOhio.gov

July 26

Community Drive-in Night at The Naz presents The Lion King 6:30 p.m.

The Naz Church 4770 Hoover Rd. www.grovecityohio.gov

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Aug. 7

Purple Heart Day Ceremony Noon Henceroth Park 2075 Mallow Ln. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Aug. 7

Summer Sizzle Concert Series presents The Conspiracy Band (rock, R&B, country) Friday, 7-8:30 p.m.

Historic Grove City Town Center George Edge Music Park on Broadway www.GroveCityOhio.gov Grove City Area Chamber’s Farmers’ Market

Food Truck Festival and Patio Hop 4-10 p.m.

Historic Grove City Town Center Broadway and Park Street www.heartofgrovecity.org

Aug. 14

Summer Sizzle Concert Series presents Agent 99 (1970s pop rock)

July 25-26

Fridays, 7-8:30 p.m.

Historic Grove City Town Center George Edge Music Park on Broadway www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Grove City High School Alumni Softball Tournament Multiple locations www.grovecityalumnitournament.com

Aug. 19

July 31

Friday, 7-8:30 p.m.

Historic Grove City Town Center George Edge Music Park on Broadway www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Calendar of Events Sponsored by Franklin County Banking Center. www.VCNBfamily.com www.DiscoverGroveCity.com

Bourbon Tasting 1-10 p.m.

Historic Grove City Town Center Broadway and Park Street www.heartofgrovecity.org

July 25

Summer Sizzle Concert Series presents Lee Gantt Band (country rock)

Aug. 8

Mayor’s Boy Scout Breakfast Purple Heart Day Ceremony

7:30 a.m.

Eagle Pavilion 3899 Orders Rd. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

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Thank You, First Responders, Front-line Medical Workers

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he support and coming-together we’ve witnessed in our community over the last several months have made it abundantly clear that we are blessed beyond measure. One can only be inspired by such a show of support, from simple gestures like chalk messages on sidewalks and spirited video messages from teachers to larger efforts such as hand-delivering food pantry meals and shifting business focus to helping others.

It’s impossible to highlight in one article all the efforts I personally know of, let alone all those I’m not aware of or are done in anonymity. So many individuals, essential workers, non-profit groups and businesses are going above and beyond to care for our community.

There is one group in particular, however, that is deserving of emphasis – our first responders and front-line medical workers. The people caring for the sick and injured or protecting our streets cannot distance themselves as easily as others. They and their families are sacrificing and risking so much during this time. We owe them a debt of gratitude.

Health care workers are knowingly and willingly coming in contact with a deadly virus every day and have the extra worry of potentially bringing it home to their families. Some are going to great lengths to protect their families by sleeping elsewhere or having their children stay with relatives to ensure their safety.

We are truly fortunate to have a police division that proudly enjoys an endearing connectivity with the community. In addition to regular duties of traffic stops, traffic crashes and criminal report-taking, the people protecting our neighborhoods and businesses regularly interact closely with the public during missions of good will. They have even increased efforts to support and protect the community, as many have stepped up to deliver Grove City Food Pantry items to families in need, participate in celebratory “parade parties” and provide wellness checks on residents.

Working 24-hour shifts, the Jackson and Pleasant Township Fire and EMS personnel find themselves facing the pandemic head on every time they are called to help. Over and above the already bulky protective equipment necessary for their jobs, and regardless of the nature of the call, workers wear additional personal protective equipment in order to safeguard and protect us all.

Although highly trained and experienced, their jobs are filled with emotional and physical challenges, amplified by

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the arrival of COVID-19. Jackson Township Fire Chief Randy Little recently shared with me that, in addition to the helpful resources in place for personnel, the outpouring of appreciation and support from the community has been a terrific morale booster during this difficult time.

It’s that community support – the we’ve-got-your-back kind of support – that makes Grove City so special. Every little message chalked on the sidewalk, every wave of gratitude shared with a neighbor, every random act of kindness, reinforces the foundation of our community’s resilience.

Together we are truly better.

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Faces

By Lydia Freudenberg

Continuing on Through Crisis

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ore than 20 years ago, Shawn Conrad’s husband, Robert, accepted a job in central Ohio.

The family was excited to make the move from Kansas City; the next step was finding the right community.

Grove City, as it turns out, was the perfect fit.

“Grove City is an amazing community,” Conrad says. “The people are diverse and wonderful, and everybody has their own story and own vision.”

Several years ago, Conrad worked as the field director for Prison Fellowship, a Christian non-profit organization for the incarcerated, formerly incarcerated and their families. Unfortunately, a wave of layoffs hit, and her position was eliminated. Conrad didn’t let this slow her down, and she quickly found a new job that suited her excellently – working for the Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce.

“I like my community, I like being involved in the community, I like getting to know people and this job affords me that opportunity,” Conrad says. “It’s great to interact with all the businesses and the administration of our city and just all the people that are involved with making Grove City what it is.”

Conrad has now served as executive director of the GCACC for seven years.

She works closely with her staff and the chamber board to help local businesses, host events and provide resources for chamber members.

Then the COVID-19 pandemic hit. The necessary quarantine and temporary closure of businesses led to economic loss and many layoffs and furloughs. The GCACC www.DiscoverGroveCity.com

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Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce steps up during pandemic

knew that continuing to support its members, big and small, was vital.

The chamber now relays news from the Centers for Disease Control, provides updates on local businesses, links resources for small businesses and local health care options, and more. GCACC also made the 2020 farmers’ market virwww.DiscoverGroveCity.com

tual; patrons now shop online at www. gcchamber.org and pick up their orders on Saturday mornings. The chamber plans to continue this virtual platform for the foreseeable future.

One of its biggest initiatives is the GCACC Webinar Series. The weekly discussions have covered everything

from restoring cabinets with the locally based shop The Farm Table on 62 to discussing Small Business Administration loans and connecting attendees to other COVID-19 resources.

“We’re trying to reach as many people as we can with as much relevant information as we can,” Conrad says.

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Through all of this, Conrad wants to remind people that GCACC is also a small business. It’s classified as a 501(c)(6) and is sustained through memberships, events, program revenue and more. Because of this, Conrad says the staff and board understand and relate to what other small businesses are experiencing.

“We genuinely have real-time compassion for our members,” Conrad says, “and not just the small ones.

We’re kind of counting on the big guys to help us to sustain the small guys but they’re struggling as well. … We really are all in this together and we’re trying to provide solutions.”

As of mid-June, the chamber’s largest signature event, Arts in the Alley, is scheduled for Sept.

19-20. The two-day event that attracts more than 30,000 patrons will include a community parade, the Voice of Grove City and more.

Another signature event, WE: LEAD (Women Empowerment Leading and Developing), which was originally set for May 6, has been rescheduled for Oct. 7. Taste of Grove City & Business Expo may happen in late 2020, which was originally scheduled for March 14.

“Sometimes when we’re deep in the darkness of whatever we’re going through, it’s hard to see,” Conrad says, “but there’s lots of light and lots of wonderful, good things.”

The pandemic has allowed the GCACC and other companies to experience new, and in some cases, more effective communication platforms, work strategies and more. Conrad, like most, is excited for the pandemic to resolve and curious how everything will operate afterward.

“I think it’s going to be really and truly exciting to be on the other side of this crisis and look back and say, ‘Look at what we learned, look at the relationships we grew, look at how we learned to do things differently,’” she says. “I think that’s exciting.”

Lydia Freudenberg is a contributing editor. Feedback welcome at feedback@ cityscenemediagroup.com.

Within the past decade, Grove City has experienced major growth and the chamber has roughly doubled its membership to more than 600. Conrad says she feels like she’s holding onto the back of a freight train, but she loves it.

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Council Briefs Adjusting for Adversity

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s I write my article, we are sheltered in place due to COVID-19. Having time to reflect on another memorable event that affected Grove City, I’m reminded of the one in the winter of 1977.

I was a second-year teacher at Grove City High School when Governor James Rhodes declared Ohio was in an energy emergency due to an extremely cold winter, causing a shortage of natural gas. Much of the nation was in the same situation when natural gas companies reported supplies were critically low. Suppliers could not guarantee there would be enough natural gas to heat homes and businesses.

To reserve gas for home heating, the governor closed schools for the month of March.

South-Western City School District shut down all schools except Pleasant View Middle and Franklin Heights High schools, as they were heated by propane.

Classes were held for GCHS students once a week splitting grades nine and 10 at Pleasant View and 11 and 12 at Franklin Heights to provide and collect assignments. Other middle and high schools did so on other days. All of this was new for us, but we made it through.

Front page of The Grove City Record, Feb. 3, 1977.

Currently, we are faced with a world pandemic on a scale not seen for some meetings to be viewed by all for more than 100 years. The schools are on the City website. closed again, but with today’s technolCurrently the City is conducting ogy, classes can be conducted remotely all necessary services and we are conin our homes and learning continues. tinuing most of our capital improveLikewise, technology allows our ment projects. We are moving forward. city to conduct meetings via video con- I hope you and your family stay safe and ferencing including council and com- healthy. We will get through this togethmission sessions. They are broadcasted er, just as we did in 1977. through the city’s website, Facebook Live and other online platforms. By Roby Schottke the time this is published, we may be Council Member, Ward 4 transitioning to the “new normal” for public meetings. Although we are not sure what that will look like, during the past year, we have made it possible

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Grove City Council Members, (clockwise, starting top left): Roby Schottke, Ward 4; Christine Houk, Council President, Ward 3; Ted Berry, Ward 1; Aaron Schlabach, At-Large and Randy Holt, Ward 2. www.DiscoverGroveCity.com

Residents and Businesses Come Together for Support

By Kyle Rauch

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hen seeking input from the public for the GroveCity2050 Community Plan, our City’s hometown feel was the No. 1 asset residents told us they love about the community. The desire to maintain that character while allowing for growth and new development has guided the City’s actions since adoption of the plan in January 2018, and this hometown feel has had a new opportunity to shine in recent months.

Grove City’s residents and businesses are coming together now more than ever. As everyone adjusted their lives to COVID-19, our community did what we do best – support one another. Neighbors bought groceries for those who could not safely leave their homes, residents put teddy bears in their windows for children walking or riding by to spot, and many Heritage Cycles co-owner Joshua Stamper snaps a selfie with co-workers and husbandothers volunteered their time and talents in any wife team Thomas and Tiffany Kirkbride as they show off their “I Support Grove City Small way necessary.

Business” fundraiser t-shirts.

Through a series of check-in phone calls to all the businesses located in Grove City, we heard countless stories of how the community is supporting each other and adjusting through this difficult time.

Almost every business had to change how they operate in some manner.

Restaurants adjusted their hours of operation, expanded their carryout offerings, and reconfigured their seating areas.

Retailers shifted to online sales, closed early to thoroughly clean, sanitized shopping carts and marked safe circulation and spacing distances on the floor. Construction projects were adapted and kept projects moving forward by adjusting shifts and requiring those working onsite to operate under safe social distancing regulations.

Some businesses that had to reduce their staffing levels, partnered with other businesses needing extra help to provide opportunities for their displaced employees. One of our local manufacturers changed their operations to produce much needed personal protective equipment for the medical industry. Funds have been raised to support businesses impacted by the pandemic shutdowns. Many local businesses have used those funds to produce merchandise.

Residents responded by supporting their local businesses through this tough time.

Through the challenges and uncertainty that surfaced due to COVID-19, Grove City has shown why we have twice been voted Best Hometown by Ohio Magazine and why, despite being the second largest suburb of Columbus, we still maintain our beloved small-town character.

Sales of Altogether Adventure Ale provide funds to support Grove City small businesses affected by COVID-19 closures. www.DiscoverGroveCity.com

Kyle Rauch is the Development Director for the City of Grove City.

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In Focus

By Lydia Freudenberg

Twice the Effort Grove City twins offer helping hands and inspire the community amid the pandemic

Twins Mark Sigrist and Mary Mulvany volunteer full-time to help local families and people during the pandemic.

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t’s a sunny spring day as Mary Mulvany, Mark Sigrist and I sit in Mulvany’s driveway. We’re six feet apart and didn’t greet each other with handshakes – just a friendly wave. During our conversation, a family member stops by to pick up baked goods for local health care workers and a resident drives up to purchase handmade facemasks.

“It’s like Grand Central Station here,” Mulvany says, laughing.

During the stay at home order and throughout the pandemic, Mulvany and Sigrist, who are twins, have been busy bees. Mulvany started a grassroots movement that not only helps those in need, but encourages others to help local neighbors, while Sigrist helped create a delivery service for the Grove City Food Pantry.

Their efforts are impressive, but they agree that their work is just one Mulvany delivers locally made baked goods to Mount Carmel Grove City. example of how the Grove City community is coming together during these says. “It’s always gratifying when you trying times. can make that connection between supply and demand.”

The new method is proving to be so Delivering Change successful that the pantry may maintain In 2017, Mulvany and Sigrist lost it even once the pandemic ends. their sister, Beth Ann. The death was “Who knows if we’ll change this for difficult for the whole family, but Sigthe future, but I doubt it,” Sigrist says. rist in particular wanted to find a way to “If we got the supply, there is no reason give back. Since Beth Ann was disabled, to make it less safe than it is right now.” he decided that volunteering with the Grove City Buddy Ball League (GCBB) The pantry also accepts monetary was the perfect way to honor her. donations, which are used to keep the facility running, purchase additional Then GCBB was thrown a huge curveball: the pandemic. The 2020 seafood and provide emergency resources son was set to start in early May, and it for families. Visit www.grovecityfood was to host its Mother’s Day 5K. Unforpantry.org for more information. tunately, both were canceled. Since sponsorships were already sold and funds alGrowing a Grassroots ready raised, the group had two options: Locally-based Darling Balloons made a doctor Movement and nurse balloon to help cheer up Mount Carmel reimburse or redistribute the money to Grove City staff and patients.

While Sigrist conquers challenghelp those in need. It was no surprise that es at the food pantry, Mulvany is also many donors and all the sponsors agreed the pantry has operated a delivery ser- working on ways to help others in need. to help the Grove City Food Pantry. vice run by volunteers. People can sign Nine years ago, Mulvany and several “There’s a quote by Gandhi that up through www.wereseeds.com, which friends started Success Beyond the Classsays a society can be measured by how is dedicated to improving central Ohio, room, a foundation that grants scholwell it treats its most vulnerable,” Sigrist in just a few steps. The transition to a arships to South-Western City School says. “Buddy Ball and the food pantry delivery service from a traditional pan- District athletes and marching band stuare good examples of the most vulner- try wasn’t easy – but it was a success. dents to help offset the cost of participaable in this community.”

The pantry was completely booked in tion fees. First, its only fundraiser, which Sigrist immediately transitioned to April, prompting staff and volunteers to attracts 800 people each April, was canvolunteering full-time at the pantry, but add more delivery times celed. Then, the spring sports season was he knew things had to change to comply “Just create a little structure and canceled. Mulvany was devastated and with social distancing. Since late March, people will say, ‘I’m in, I’m in,’” Sigrist asked herself, now what? www.DiscoverGroveCity.com

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Since her tutoring position through SWCSD and her job at Kohl’s were put on hold, Mulvany found herself with more free time and she got to thinking. Between the foundation and working for the schools, she knew her connections could help rally people to help others.

At the beginning of April, Mulvany started accepting food donations to give to families, baked good donations to deliver to local hospitals, she became a mediator for mask suppliers, rallied parents to have their children make cards

for health care workers, and organized social distancing events where residents welcomed and thanked hospital staff outside as they switched shifts.

Within a month, Mulvany’s efforts helped serve more than 100 families and 500 health care workers. Additionally, she collected more than 1,200 cards from local students for front-line workers.

Mulvany says people want to help others during this time but may not know where to start. That’s where she steps in, mainly using social media.

Mulvany uses Facebook pages like

Grove City Connect and local moms’ groups, encouraging and asking people to help with a particular effort.

“You just have to figure out what your gift is and try to use it to bring people together to help others,” she says. “I think as human beings, some of us want to know that we made a difference. … If your kid made a card that said, ‘Nurses are our heroes,’ that made a difference, and that fills you up. I think we’re all spiritually and emotionally starving.”

Creating a Lifeline The Heart of Grove City goes above and beyond to help businesses during pandemic

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he Heart of Grove City is a fitting name for the organization that supports the historic Town Center, as it proves time and time again that it’s the bloodline of the businesses perched along and near Broadway.

At the start of the pandemic, local businesses including Grove City Brewing Co. and Hop Yard 62 teamed up to make the Altogether Adventure Ale. The effort was to promote Visit Grove City, showcase community pride and raise funds to help preserve the Town Center – but it did so much more than that.

Shortly after, the collaboration evolved into a fullfledged initiative overseen

by Heart of Grove City.

Project Altogether raises money to support businesses in the Heart of Grove City service area impacted by the pandemic. The initiative gives 100 percent of raised proceeds to assist these efforts. Based on available funds, Heart of Grove City also considers small businesses outside its service area.

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Andy Furr, director of Heart of Grove City, says business and resident collaboration is critical to keep this initiative afloat.

“Especially now, it’s important to work together and show that strength, show that solidarity,” says Furr. “The more you see that (collaboration), the more enticing it is for (residents) to say, ‘I need to support those folks.’”

Anyone can donate to the cause through www. heartofgrovecity.org. Even the small businesses that face difficult times are contributing.

The Farm Table on 62 sold special edition, decorative throw pillows with proceeds supporting the initiative. The Chandler sold limited edition candles. Leber Design and Print sold T-shirts and shopping totes, raising more than $1,300 within a few weeks.

Furr stresses that just because businesses began reopening mid-May, doesn’t mean the local economy is flour-

ishing. Furr says continuing to support Project Altogether is vital.

“You may think, ‘Oh, the state lifted the bans on this and that, businesses will be okay.’ Well, no. These folks had no revenue stream coming in. They may have deferred their utilities, but they still have to pay them eventually,” Furr says. “Just because they’re open doesn’t mean everything is better.”

After the pandemic, Furr says Project Altogether won’t dissolve but will, hopefully, do the exact opposite.

“Our hope is that once we get through the pandemic that Project Altogether can continue to grow and work with the (Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce) or work with Visit Grove City,” Furr says. “It’s not only designed to help people through this pandemic but to continue on once we’ve established our new normal.”

Lydia Freudenberg is a contributing editor. Feedback welcome at feedback@ cityscenemediagroup.com.

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Heartwarming Encounters

was vulnerability and a tender heart in the same five-minute encounter.”

Mulvany is working with several residents to help distribute their homemade masks. Lifelong Grove City residents Cindy Schemrich and Lynnsey Logan created more 1,500 masks in less than two months. The duo donated all the masks and only asked for donations to help offset the cost of materials. Beverly Leonhard only accepts small tips for her masks. Sam Larger crafted more than 800 masks within several weeks, donating them all and telling her customers to pay it forward.

In mid-spring, Mulvany accepted donations of chips, granola, candy, heartwarming cards and Dairy Queen meals and delivered the goods to local hospitals. At that time, the hospital vending machines weren’t being filled and Mulvany wanted to provide some treats. Her daughter-in-law, Courtney, who works at OhioHealth Grove City Methodist Hospital, was overwhelmed.

“When Courtney came down, she was just tearful,” Mulvany says. “She said, ‘You know, Mary, everyone is just smiling today, you don’t even know the difference this makes. All I can tell you is everyone is smiling.’ That’s all you can ask for.”

Through their efforts, Mulvany and Sigrist have encountered extremely giving and appreciative people in the community.

At the food pantry, high school seniors who were stripped of their senior activities step up to make pantry deliveries.

Grandparents, parents and children volunteer together and use the delivery time to connect outside the house. Even those accepting food are working to pay it forward.

“I delivered to a lady and her literal words were, ‘This Lydia Freudenberg is a contributing editor. Feedback welcome at is so humiliating to take this food, I never thought it would feedback@cityscenemediagroup.com. come to this.’ Then she said, ‘I’d like to make a donation to the food pantry,’ so she pulled out a $20 bill,” Sigrist says. “It

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Furry Persuasion

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ince she could remember, Elizabeth Lauron always loved interacting with animals. But she says her husband, Neal, was the key to transforming this passion into a career.

Lauron is now a partner and veterinarian of Concord Chapel Animal Hospital and treats about 9,000 animals each year at the more than 2,000-square-foot facility, a former United Methodist Church, on London-Groveport Road in Grove City.

“I have always loved what I do,” Lauron says. “(Being a) veterinarian was what I was born to do as a career.”

Her family, on the other hand, didn’t support Lauron’s ambitions at first. While it owned cats and some other animals during her childhood, Lauron’s family thought she should become a teacher.

“I didn’t have the confidence to pursue veterinary school initially or the support from family,” she says.

Enter Neal.

The two met at Victor Valley Daily Press, a California newspaper where Neal worked as a photographer, and Lauron worked as a secretary in the advertising department as a summer job in her last year of college, while pursuing her teaching degree. Neal has a passion for photography and photojournalism.

He grew up in the Philippines, where dogs were owned for utilitarian purposes such as security and food (of which Neal’s family didn’t participate in, he says) and, therefore, wasn’t much of an animal person before meeting his wife.

After they married in 1990, Neal supported his wife’s passion for animals so much that the couple owned five dogs and three cats in their 900-squarefoot home in Las Vegas and boarded a horse at a nearby facility.

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in California. During one such trip, Neal strongly encouraged Lauron to pursue her dream of becoming a veterinarian.

Her husband’s encouragement and support was enough for Lauron to take prerequisite courses for veterinary school at a local community college in Nevada.

“Teaching wasn’t a bad career,” she says. “(But) I didn’t enjoy it like I do with veterinary medicine.”

Nevada didn’t have any veterinary schools at the time, so Lauron applied and was accepted to The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. OSU’s program was one of her leading choices because it was inexpensive and among the top schools for small animal medicine.

Neal made the transition to Ohio with his wife as a freelance photographer for The Columbus Dispatch in 1994. His career influenced their decision to live in Grove City because it was close to Interstate 71, which made it more feasible for Neal to take on freelance opportunities in other Ohio cities such as Cincinnati.

After Lauron graduated from OSU’s veterinary college in 1998, she and Neal almost moved down to Texas for one of Neal’s job prospects, but that changed after the Dispatch offered him a full-time position.

“We made a decision to stay in Grove City and never left,” Lauron says. “We have always loved Grove City.”

After working as staff veterinarian for five years, Lauron purchased her practice, Broadway Veterinary Hospital, in 2003. She then relocated her practice to the former Concord United Methodist Church four years later with her practice partner, Gale Kerr.

Grove City wasn’t just the perfect place for her business, it was also ideal for raising a family, according to Lauron.

Their oldest son, Daniel, is a full-time OSU student studying criminology and criminal justice. Daniel also serves in the National Guard and was among those deployed to assist with the protests in downtown Columbus that started in late May. Their son, Zachary, graduated from Grove City Christian School in May and will follow his mother’s footsteps by attending the University of Findlay to study animal sciences. He was among other high school seniors that couldn’t have the typical graduation ceremony because of the coronavirus pandemic.

The crisis, along with local, state and federal government orders and recommendations, affected operations at Lauron’s clinic. In March, for instance, she postponed elective surgeries, pushed back wellness and vaccine appointments and required pet owners to wait in their vehicle, while staff take their pets inside – except for euthanasia appointments.

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The Lauron family. Humans, left to right; Daniel, Neal, Elizabeth and Zachary. Animals, left to right; Miles, Reggie, Rico, Pete, Ranger Joe (now deceased), Benny (on floor), Thomas and Katniss.

on the changes that we have to bring on in a fast manner,” she says.

Due to stay-at-home orders in Ohio and across the nation, there has been a spike in animal adoptions, according to local and national reports.

Lauron says first-time pet owners should take advantage of the extra time at home and give more attention to their new furry friends. The downside is there’s no face-to-face interaction with their veterinarians.

The Laurons have owned many animals including rescue dogs and cats.

They currently own two English bulldogs, Reggie and Miles, and five cats, Benny, Tiberius, Rico, Katniss and Pete.

Based on Lauron’s history, we’re sure the furry family will continue to grow.

Brandon Klein is an editor.

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Stepping Up at StoryPoint Students volunteer at local retirement community

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hen off the football field and outside of the halls of Jackson Middle School, a group of boys could be found sitting in chairs, bouncing a beach ball back and forth with the residents of StoryPoint Senior Living Grove City.

This group of students have volunteered at StoryPoint for the last year and half. Unfortunately, they had to pause their efforts because of the pandemic. Soon-tobe freshmen at Grove City High School, the group enjoyed connecting with the residents and giving back to the community through volunteering.

StoryPoint is a retirement and assisted living facility that offers apartments, activities and creative dining experiences for its residents in Grove City. It offers facilities for independent living, assisted living and memory care living for those with memory loss or impairment. Activities are added to the schedule daily, some of which the students helped out with, before the pandemic.

The group was inspired to volunteer initially by one of the boy’s moms. As a resident care supervisor at StoryPoint, Braden Young’s mom, Jodie, knew the impact they could have on the residents, and the boys couldn’t agree more.

“We’re all pretty good friends so we thought it’d be nice,” says Grove City students volunteering their time, and athletic skills, at StoryPoint Senior Living Grove City.

Matthew Papas, a student volunteer. “It felt good to go volunteer Young and Papas, along with student Luke Mullins, says there and help people out.” their favorite volunteer activity was playing games such as The group helped with the fall and spring cleanup, where chair volleyball with the residents. Papas says it was fun to they loaded outdoor furniture into trucks to be stored for the connect with the residents and watch them have fun. winter, then unloaded the pieces in the spring. They also “Just seeing all the people there, and them smiling when helped with a toy giveaway and set up, served and cleaned they see us,” Papas says. “It makes me feel good inside.” at the annual Breakfast with Santa, which engages more than Mullins describes the residents as nice and funny, and the 600 community members. whole group enjoys connecting with them.

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“They enjoy having the kids around,” Young says.

“They like to talk to us, and it’s pretty cool to hear the stories that they had to tell.”

Even with a busy school and sports schedule, it was easy to find time to volunteer. It wasn’t just enjoyable to hang out with the residents; it was fun to hang out with each other, too.

“You just have to have a balanced schedule,” Papas says.

“We’re kids so we have a lot of free time,” Mullins adds.

“We like hanging out with each other, so it’s a win-win.”

The group is eager to start volunteering once it’s safe to do so, and Jodie Young says they’ll be welcomed back with open arms (and probably a face mask).

“They have been a blessing to StoryPoint,” Jodie says, “and (we) want to continue the relationship with this specific group.”

“It just makes me feel good to do it, I think it’d make others feel good as well,” Papas says. “I think it makes you a better person.”

Natalie Caswell is a contributing writer. Feedback welcome at feedback@cityscenemediagroup.com.

Student Volunteers Braelyn Boggs Dylan Bully Gavin Dabo Kevin Gallagher Keegan Holstrom Austin Issac Kylan Meldon Luke Mullins Matthew Papas Jack Reber AJ Remick Jacob Slye Reece Williams Braden Young

The student volunteers also help move furniture for residents and the staff.

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A Storied Garage

Family makes massive garage renovation that includes a pet shower

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o some, a garage is where you park your cars or store old collectibles. For Holly Smith, Jim and their two Doberman pinschers, a garage holds greater potential.

The family lives in the scenic outskirts of Grove City.

And although the house is only about 15 years old, the duo decided it needed some freshening up.

“We (decided) … let’s make this house the way we want to make it,” Smith says. “We aren’t moving any time soon.”

With the help of the locally-based and family-owned business AIS Renovations, the couple added a large bathroom, a spacious walk-in closet and a brand-new master bedroom with a walkout balcony. The Smiths wanted to keep the additions within the confines of the original floorplan as much as possible, so they had to think upward, not outward.

“We added a second story to the garage, which basically would be the equivalent to a mother-in-law suite,” Smith says.

Peace of mind is included with every apartment.

Going out for a grocery run? Picking up prescriptions? Meeting with friends? We know it can feel daunting to be in public right now. At StoryPoint, we have the care services and essential items you need, technology and support to connect you with loved ones, and more.

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AIS started by demolishing the garage roof and reinforcing the new weight on the first floor. The garage was also expanded five feet so larger cars could fit.

“The most important part about anything is building (an) addition that looks like it’s always been there,” says Parks Davis, director of operations for AIS. “That it doesn’t look like an addition. I wanted it to flow together so if someone comes up and sees this beautiful new home, it looks like (the additions were) there from the very beginning.”

AIS also added one important utility to the garage: a custom dog shower.

Vulcan and Axl are Doberman pinschers that could never fit into a standard sink, let alone a bathtub, comfortably.

Even though it’s a dog shower, Smith notes that the area is also useful for washing off muddy boots. A handheld nozzle sits above a six-by-six-foot base, which is surrounded by three walls made of corrugated metal.

“Vulcan is perfectly fine with it. Our younger one (Axl) doesn’t understand what’s happening,” Smith says. “So AIS added a hook so that I can put a leash www.DiscoverGroveCity.com

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The project started last September and was completed in March.

Along with the dog wash, Smith’s favorite part is the walkout balcony. She loves sitting down with her husband after a long day and watching the sun set over their wooded property.

Brendan Martin is a contributing writer. Feedback welcome at feedback@ cityscenemediagroup.com.

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Bring Your BFF Sniff out the perfect spot to bring your furry friends

By Gillian Janicki

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n many households, the furry friend is less of a pet and more of a family member. Their presence alone can make owners happier and more comfortable, and multiple studies suggest that dogs and cats can reduce stress, lower blood pressure and reduce feelings of social isolation. So why not celebrate their unconditional love?

August alone has nine pet-related holidays – including Spoil Your Dog Day on Aug. 10 – so now is the perfect time to

visit some fun and unique places in and near Grove City that are pet friendly.

Breck Community Park Off-leash Dog Areas 3005 Demorest Rd. www.grovecityohio.gov

Grove City officials understand that dogs love to run free. That’s why one of the city’s newest parks includes fenced areas for dogs to roam freely. Breck Community Park off-leash dog areas are the perfect spaces for you and your pup to get some exercise or meet new friends. The

park features four fenced-in play areas: two are designated for dogs weighing 35 pounds or more, while the other two are for dogs weighing less than 35 pounds.

One area for each size is open at a time to allow areas to recover from heavy traffic.

The best part? This park doesn’t have any breed restrictions, although all animals must be spayed or neutered.

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but if you’re looking for a night out, here’s an outdoor movie experience people and pets can enjoy. And don’t forget the snacks! Purchase some popcorn for yourself and bring some treats for your furry friend.

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This summer enjoy: ~Online Summer Reading Challenge ~Virtual programming ~Take-home craft kits & activities ~More access to digital content than ever.

Bone appétit! A growing number of restaurants and coffee houses now welcome dogs on their patios. Hop Yard 62 is a local favorite for its craft beer, entertainment and its love for pets. Its patio is accessible, dog-friendly and it often hosts Hounds and Hops events, where patrons are encouraged to bring their canine friends.

Thank you for your incredible support at the polls and over these past months!

Gillian Janicki is a contributing writer.

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During Nurses Week, May 6-12, local resident Mary Mulvany organized a socially distant, mask-wearing gathering outside Grove City Mount Carmel to welcome and thank health care workers as they switched shifts. Locals held heart-warming signs and passed out candy during the spring evening.

To learn more about Mulvany’s efforts and what other residents are doing to help locals during the pandemic, read Twice the Effort on page 14.

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Creative ways to keep busy during pandemic

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Children find ways to stay entertained as communities bunny was located in Grove City. Caroline drew her bunny at deal with the coronavirus pandemic.

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e could probably all use some humor in our lives. Enjoy these entertaining recommendations from the Southwest Public Library staff.

Adult Recommendations Strange Planet

by Nathan W. Pyle So good it was recommended twice!

“Strange Planet is a hilarious collection of comics that point out everyday human things that seem bizarre from an outside perspective.

Every page brings fresh laughter and adorable graphics.”

“Quirky and profound – all wrapped up in delightful cartoon panels.”

Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs?

Big Questions from Tiny Mortals about Death

by Caitlin Doughty Doughty is a mortician, and this book compiles the best (and sometimes most disgusting) questions that children have asked her about death. Funny, honest and educational. Easy to read, but be aware of the yuck factor.

Welcome to Night Vale

by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor Night Vale is a mysterious town in the American southwest. It’s filled with creatures, conspiracies and innumerable strange events that seem to be taken in stride by most of the citizens. This book is based on a podcast of the same name.

As You Wish: Inconceivable Tales from the Making of The Princess Bride

by Cary Elwes Elwes shares touching and hilarious stories about this beloved film. The movie only becomes more amazing when you learn the stories from behind the scenes, and Elwes has created a perfect tribute.

The Greatest Love Story Ever Told: An Oral History

by Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman The audio version is the perfect format for this delightful back-andforth narrative of two people who truly enjoy each other’s company.

Narrated by Mullally and Offerman.

Yes Please

by Amy Poehler Poehler’s hilarious memoir. The audio format is especially enjoyable since it’s narrated by Poehler and peppered with special guests you don’t get in the print version. Honest and funny.

Young Adult Recommendations Beauty Queens

by Libba Bray Lord of the Flies meets the Teen Miss USA pageant. Teen beauty queens are stranded on a desert island after their plane crashes. They have few essential supplies and there is a serious shortage of eyeliner.

Libba Bray, the queen of teen horror, heads in a new direction with this story full of escapades that will keep you laughing.

A Little Something Different

by Sandy Hall A romantic comedy told from several points of view. The baristas, the bus driver, the professor and even the squirrel in the park believe the protagonists would make an excellent couple; however, everyone will just have to wait for the protagonists to figure that out themselves. This unique take on a new relationship is a quick and humorous read that will have you searching for more from the author.

From all of us at SPL, thank you for your incredible support over these past months and at the polls. We’re deeply grateful and honored to be your library.

Looking for more great reads? Check out the NoveList Plus and NoveList K-8 Plus databases available on our website www. swpl.org. NoveList is an online reader’s advisory for both fiction and nonfiction.

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Big Splash/Evans 2831 Southwest Blvd.

Breck Community (Dog Park) 3005 Demorest Road Concord Lakes Off Lake Mead Drive Creekside Off Holton Road Fryer (Century Village, Splash Pad) 3899 Orders Road Gantz (Gantz Barn, Gantz Farmhouse) 2255 Home Road George Edge Music Park on Broadway Park St. at Broadway Grant-Sawyer Home 4126 Haughn Road Grove City Gold Star Families Memorial Columbus St. at Broadway Grove City Museum 3378 Park St. Henceroth (Purple Heart Memorial Walk) 2075 Mallow Lane

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 Park 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) Grove City Parks and Recreation’s child-centered preschool fosters each child’s 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’s 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. 2020-2021 RecSchool Registration: Call Michele Demmy, 614-871-6330, for information.

Days: Mon., Wed. Gantz Barn Various half-day class options 2020-2021 Registration: Call Michele Demmy, 614-871-6330, for information.

Playgroup (Ages: 2) 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. Day: Fri. Gantz Barn Two morning options 2020-2021 Registration: Call Michele Demmy, 614-871-6330, for information.

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Grove City United Methodist Church, 2684 Columbus St. Contact: WeJoySing.com and 614-868-0107 Gymnastics: Parent & Tot (Ages: 2) Toddlers develop fine and gross motor skills and coordination as they practice following direction and taking turns while spending quality time with a parent and preparing for more advanced classes.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Mon. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 3 • 5-5:30 p.m.

No class Sept. 7 (Mon.) Activity #: 1012008_01 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Mon. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 3 • 5:30-6 p.m.

No class Sept. 7 (Mon.) Activity #: 1012008_02 Gymnastics (Ages: 3-4) Young gymnasts learn basic skills in vault, bars, beam and floor as they practice following directions and taking turns while establishing gymnastics foundations to build upon in more advance classes. Register according to age and ability; younger 4 year olds with no experience should sign up for the 3-4 year old class.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Mon. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 3 • 6:30-7 p.m.

No class Sept. 7 (Mon.) Activity #: 1012008_04 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Tue. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 4 • 5-5:30 p.m.

Activity #: 1012008_05 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Thu. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 6 • 5-5:30 p.m.

Activity #: 1012008_06 Gymnastics (Ages: 3-4) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Tue. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 4 • 5:30-6 p.m.

Activity #: 1012008_07 Gymnastics (Ages: 4) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Mon. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 3 • 7-7:30 p.m.

No class Sept. 7 (Mon.) Activity #: 1012008_08 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Tue. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 4 • 6-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 1012008_09 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Thu. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 6 • 5:30-6 p.m.

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Gymnastics (Ages: 3) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Mon. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 3 • 6-6:30 p.m.

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Baby Ballet (Ages: 3-4) New dancers are introduced to the fundamentals of ballet while developing coordination, balance and grace. Sign up according to age and ability; child must be toilet trained.

Ballet shoes or slippers needed. Tami Kelly instructs.

Wks: 7 • Classes: 7 • Wed. Kingston Center Room 9 $56 (NR: $64) Begins: Aug. 19 • 5:30-6 p.m.

Activity #: 1022008_01 Modern Dance (Ages: 3-4) 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. Experienced instructor Lindsay Maynard leads.

Modern Dance (Ages: 3) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Tue. Kingston Center Room 4 $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 4 • 5:30-6 p.m.

Activity #: 1022008_02 Modern Dance (Ages: 4) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Tue. Kingston Center Room 4 $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 4 • 6-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 1022008_03 JumpBunch (Ages: 18 months-2) 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: 2) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Wed. Kingston Center Gym $60 (NR: $68) Begins: Aug. 5 • 6:30-7 p.m.

Activity #: 1032008_02 Sporties for Shorties (Ages: 3-5) Young children develop kicking, running, throwing and team skills through exciting sports activities and group games. Focus sports may include baseball, soccer, football and others.

Powered by JumpBunch.

RecCamp (Ages: 3-5.5) Preschool children build a love of learning and feelings of competence in a nurturing classroom setting. Each class includes creative, sensory and art activities, and concludes with circle time: singing, finger plays and reading.

Parents are welcome to wait in the hallway or run errands while children are in class.

Wks: 1 • Classes: 3 • Mon., Tue., Wed. Gantz Barn, Upstairs $38 (NR: $43) Begins: Aug. 3 • 9-11 a.m.

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Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Wed. Kingston Center Gym $60 (NR: $68)

Wks: 1 • Classes: 3 • Mon., Tue., Wed. Gantz Barn, Upstairs $38 (NR: $43)

Begins: Aug. 5 • 7-7:45 p.m.

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Begins: Aug. 10 • 9-11 a.m.

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JumpBunch (Ages: 18-24 months) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Wed. Kingston Center Gym $60 (NR: $68) Begins: Aug. 5 • 6-6:30 p.m.

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Youth Youth Volleyball Registration (Grades: 3-12) Fall indoor volleyball leagues are available for youth players in grades three through 12 in four age divisions: junior (grades 3-4), intermediate (grades 5-6), middle (grades 7-8) and senior (grades 9-12). Boys and girls compete together. Teams are determined by a blind draft conducted by the Parks & Rec. office. A tournament closes out the season in mid-December.

Volunteer coaches are needed.

Wks: 10 • Day: Varies SWCSD Sites $60 (NR: $65) Practice Begins: Week of Sept. 7 Games Begin: Week of Oct. 5 Evenings P.A.R.K. (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 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 Days Buckeye Woods, Highland Park, J.C. Sommer, Monterey, Richard Avenue Elementaries $187 per month Days: Mon.-Fri. • 2:30-6 p.m.

Follows SWCSD schedule Register in person at the Kingston Center.

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Before-School P.A.R.K. 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 Days Kingston Center $95 per month Days: Mon.-Fri. • 6-8 a.m.

Follows SWCSD schedule Register in person at the Kingston Center.

Before-School P.A.R.K. 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 Days Kingston Center $107 per month Days: Mon.-Fri. • 6-9 a.m.

Follows SWCSD schedule Register in person at the Kingston Center.

Skating Lessons (Ages: 4-12) Learn basic roller skating skills at Skate America. Students receive free roller skates and may stay after lessons to practice. Register at Skate America, 4357 Broadway, or call 614-875-7606.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Days: Sat. Skate America, 4357 Broadway $59 (NR $59) Begins: Aug. 1 • 12:15-1:15 p.m.

Register with Skate America Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Days: Sat. Skate America, 4357 Broadway $59 (NR $59) Begins: Sept. 5 • 12:15-1:15 p.m.

Register with Skate America Gymnastics: Intro to Parkour (Ages: 5-10) Learn to safely navigate obstacles through running, jumping, climbing, swinging and safely landing. Strength and flexibility are incorporated into each class.

Gymnastics: Intro to Parkour (Ages: 5-7)

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

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Thu. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 6 • 6-6:30 p.m.

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Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Thu. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 6 • 6-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2012008_02 Gymnastics: Intro to Parkour (Ages: 8-10) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Thu. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 6 • 7-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2012008_03 Gymnastics: Rock-N-Roller (Ages: 5-10) Learn beginner skills on vault, bar, beam and floor, then build on these foundation skills to advance through this program.

Gymnastics: Rock-N-Roller (Ages: 5-7) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Mon. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 3 • 7:30-8 p.m.

No class Sept. 7 (Mon.) Activity #: 2012008_04 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Tue. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 4 • 6:30-7 p.m.

Activity #: 2012008_05 Gymnastics: Rock-N-Roller (Ages: 7-10) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Tue. Kingston Center Gym $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Aug. 4 • 7-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2012008_06 Ballet Princess (Ages: 5-7) Develop coordination, balance and grace while being introduced to the fundamentals of ballet. Soft-soled shoes or slippers needed. Tami Kelly instructs.

Wks: 7 • Classes: 7 • Wed. Kingston Center Room 9 $56 (NR: $64) Begins: Aug. 19 • 6-6:30 p.m.

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Ballet Basics (Ages: 8-12) Slightly older children just getting started are introduced to ballet fundamentals, developing coordination, balance and grace. Sign up according to age and ability. Ballet shoes or slippers needed. Tami Kelly instructs.

Wks: 7 • Classes: 7 • Wed. Kingston Center Room 9 $56 (NR: $64) Begins: Aug. 19 • 6:30-7 p.m.

Activity #: 2022008_02 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. Experienced instructor Lindsay Maynard leads.

Modern Dance (Ages: 5-7) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Tue. Kingston Center Room 4 $52 (NR: $57) Begins: Aug. 4 • 6:45-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2022008_03 Modern Dance (Ages: 8-10) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Tue. Kingston Center Room 4 $52 (NR: $57) Begins: Aug. 4 • 7:30-8:15 p.m.

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

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

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

Big Amazing Art! (Ages: 6-10) Cover a variety of styles and techniques while focusing on the process, using quality materials and supplies found in an artistic studio like pastels, watercolors, acrylics and more. Take home a finished piece each class. Art supplies furnished. Dress to get messy/ bring a smock!

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $40 (NR: $45) Begins: Aug. 4 • 6-6:45 p.m.

Activity #: 2042008_01 Wks: 5 • Classes: 5 • Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $50 (NR: $55) Begins: Sept. 1 • 6-6:45 p.m.

Activity #: 2042009_01 ART Fundamentals (Ages: 8-12) Learn and create artwork by combining techniques like sketching, painting, collage and more. Projects may continue from week to week as our work is more detailed with projects that are more complicated. Dress to get messy/bring a smock.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $40 (NR: $45) Begins: Aug. 4 • 7-7:45 p.m.

Activity #: 2042008_02 Wks: 5 • Classes: 5 • Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $50 (NR: $55) Begins: Sept. 1 • 7-7:45 p.m.

Activity #: 2042009_02 Edible Art (Ages: 5-10) Create beautiful, tasty edible art to take home to share with your family.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Sept. 17 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

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Ice Cream (Ages: 6-9) Churn up some easy-to-make ice cream. Bring a pair of mittens or gloves to keep your hands warm.

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

Activity #: 2072008_01 Salsa (Ages: 6-9) Make a regular tomato salsa (pico de gallo) and a fruit salsa with heat adjusted for more sensitive palates.

In this mini version of a popular adult class customized for junior chefs, safe working habits are stressed. Take home completed salsas along with additional recipes. Gloria Hartung instructs.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Wed. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $12 (NR: $14) Aug. 26 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2072008_02 Make Your Own Pretzels (Ages: 6-9) Love soft pretzels? Learn to make them easily with refrigerated tube dough as well as a dip to serve with them. Gloria Hartung instructs.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Wed. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $8 (NR: $10) Sept. 9 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2072009_01 Class2Trail: Nature Explorers (Ages: 9-11) Make discoveries in nature: follow a treasure map, dissect owl pellets, cast animal tracks, build outdoor forts and more in a series of adventures.

Wks: 1 • Classes: 3 • Mon., Tue., Wed. Gantz Park Large Shelter $32 (NR: $37) Begins: Aug. 3 • 5:30-6:15 p.m.

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Magic of Color (Ages: 5-10) Experiment with different colorful STEM activities and learn about color mixing, chemical reactions and more.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Aug. 13 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2102008_01 LEGO Robot Series (Ages: 5-12) Participate in all three LEGO Robot classes for a discounted rate.

Wks: 1 • Classes: 3 • Mon., Tue., Wed. Kingston Center Room 9 $157 (NR: $172) Begins: Aug. 10 • 1:30-4:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2102008_05 LEGO Robot BattleBot (Ages: 5-12) Love Robot Wars? Love LEGOs? Use creative problem solving while acquiring engineering skills with fun, engaging STEM activities. Learn all you need to know to put together winning BattleBots Build LEGO robots to compete in the BattleBot championship. No experience necessary.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Mon. Kingston Center Room 9 $57 (NR: $65) Aug. 10 • 1:30-4:30 p.m.

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

LEGO Robot Fun (Ages: 5-12) Make robots that can do your chores!

Construct and test mechanical implements to solve real-world problems such as cleaning a room.

Design machinations to enable a robot to move objects as it travels across a mat.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Tue. Kingston Center Room 9 $57 (NR: $65) Aug. 11 • 1:30-4:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2102008_03 LEGO Robot Build & Program (Ages: 5-12) Build and program LEGO robots to joust in a tournament! Compete in multiple rounds with prizes and ribbons. No experience necessary: learn all you need to know to put together a winning robot.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Wed. Kingston Center Room 9 $57 (NR: $65) Aug. 12 • 1:30-4:30 p.m.

Activity #: 2102008_04 VIPs: Teens for Grove City (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.

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Adult Light Line Dance (Ages: 18+) Learn the basic steps and techniques of line dancing and enjoy easy routines.

Great for first-time dancers and those who prefer a gentle pace.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $18 (NR: $20) Begins: Aug. 4 • 6-7 p.m.

Activity #: 3022008_02 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $18 (NR: $20) Begins: Sept. 1 • 6-7 p.m.

Activity #: 3022009_02 Line Dance (Ages: 18+) Intermediate dancers learn exciting country and ballroom line dances set to fun, beautiful music in instructor-led lessons. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes that slide easily across the floor.

Laura Landolt instructs.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $18 (NR: $20) Begins: Aug. 4 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Activity #: 3022008_01 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $18 (NR: $20) Begins: Sept. 1 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Activity #: 3022009_01 Square Dance (Ages: 18+) Join the Grove City Western Squares and learn to square dance for fun, friendship and fitness. Instructor and caller Bob Daye teaches basic calls as members help guide you along.

Learn fundamental moves in the first set of lessons, then build up to more advanced moves. Couple and singles welcome!

Wks: 12 • Classes: 12 • Mon. Evans Center Auditorium $20 (NR: $25) Begins: Sept. 14 • 7:30-9 p.m.

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

Toni Weeks, registered yoga instructor, leads.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Mon. Evans Center Auditorium $34 (NR: $39) Begins: July 20 • 6-7 p.m.

Activity #: 3032007_01 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Mon. Evans Center Auditorium $34 (NR: $39) Begins: Sept. 7 • 6-7 p.m.

Activity #: 3032009_01 Yoga Wednesday (Ages: 18+) Melt away tension and stress in a class geared for beginners but available as a second night for those enrolled in the Monday program. Toni Weeks, registered yoga instructor, leads.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $34 (NR: $39) Begins: July 22 • 6-7 p.m.

Activity #: 3032007_02 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $34 (NR: $39) Begins: Sept. 9 • 6-7 p.m.

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Dealing with an aging parent or other loved one struggling with Alzheimer’s disease?

The Evans Center hosts monthly support meetings.

See page 9 for details.

Oh, My Aching Knees (Ages: 18+) People have sought relief in the world of herbs and essential oils for centuries.

Create a salve to apply to sore muscles under the direction of Gloria Hartung and Gantz volunteer Linda Everts, who will share what they have found beneficial during their 25 years of studying herbs. Take home a salve and handouts. This is not a diagnostic/ medical class.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Tue. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $8 (NR: $10) Aug. 18 • 7-8 p.m.

Activity #: 3032008_01 Tea Cozy (Ages: 18+) Love to make tea by the pot, but hate when the second cup is cold? Make an insulated cozy to fit over your pot to keep tea hot. Choose from a variety of fabrics and sew a cute, custom tea cozy using just two simple seams – no sewing skills needed. Mary Jane LaLonde instructs.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Tue. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $15 (NR: $17) Sept. 15 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 3072009_01 Fire Cider (Ages: 18+) This old-fashioned mixture of herbal roots uses organic apple cider vinegar to extract beneficial nutrients. Discuss ingredients and why they are chosen.

Make a batch of this traditional wintertime tonic to take home with handouts.

Gloria Hartung instructs.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Tue. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $23 (NR: $25) Sept. 22 • 7-8 p.m.

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Tasty Quick Bread (Ages: 18+) Hesitant to try baking bread at home? Quick breads don’t use yeast for leavening so they are simple and easy to make at the last minute.

Follow Arlene Crosser’s step-by-step instructions for preparing savory and sweet quick breads, biscuits and muffins. Take home samples with recipe handouts.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Tue. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $20 (NR: $25) Sept. 29 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Activity #: 3072009_3 Eco-friendly Cleaning Products (Ages: 18+) Eliminate 90% of cleaning chemicals under your sink and rid your house of fumes caused by commercial cleaning products. Use items like baking soda, borax and vinegar along with herbs and essential oils to make earthfriendly and highly effective cleaning products. Make some to take home with recipes for more. Gloria Hartung and Mary Jane LaLonde instruct.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Mon. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $15 (NR: $18) Aug. 17 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

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Ohio Native Plants (Ages: 18+) Native plants are more than grass and roadside weeds. Learn the importance of adding them to your existing flower beds and how relatively carefree they grow. Receive a list of plants suitable for central Ohio. Gloria Hartung instructs.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Tue. Gantz Farmhouse Classroom $5 (NR: $7)

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Nutrition 101: Where To Start (Ages: 18+) Discover the benefits of good nutrition for your physical and mental wellbeing and learn to make healthy food choices!

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Mon. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Aug. 17 • 6-8 p.m.

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55+ Summertime Cookout (Ages: 55+) Great friends, good food, gigantic games and great times! Listen to music and celebrate summer while playing new games and enjoying classic cookout foods.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Fri. Windsor Park Large Shelter $5 Aug. 7 • Noon-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4082008_05 Evans Center Open House (Ages: 55+) Celebrate National Senior Citizens Day! Join in the fun as the Evans Center staff and volunteers show off what we offer.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Fri. Evans Center Auditorium Free Aug. 21 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4082008_04 OSU Tailgate Party (Ages: 55+) O-H! I-O! Join us for a full-blown tailgate event and watch the Buckeyes battle the Buffalo Bulls on the big screen. Food, friends, fun and OSU football - this is one party you don’t want to miss.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Sat. Evans Center Auditorium $15 Sept. 19 • Noon-4 p.m.

Activity #: 4082009_05 Grove City Area Seniors Club Meeting (Ages: 55+) Gather with other members for fellowship during a short business meeting followed by bingo. This is a great way to meet other members.

Monthly Evans Center Free 1st Wed. • 1 p.m.

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Evans Center Volunteer Program (Ages: 55+) The Center owes much of its success to the dedicated patrons who contribute their time and talents. The volunteer program provides many meaningful service opportunities. Share your special talent, craft or game with others. Ask about the rewards offered to Senior Partners.

Meals-on-Wheels: Volunteer to Help a Needy Neighbor (Ages: All) Share your time and visit the homebound to deliver a hot meal and a message of loving concern from the community: volunteer for a Meals-onWheels route picked up daily at the Evans Center. Each 90-minute route visits 12 to 15 elderly or disabled persons. Training is provided. Weekend opportunities are also available.

Daily Register with LifeCare Alliance Senior Options (Ages: 60+) Senior Options provides in-home services to maintain independence for Franklin County residents aged 60+ not qualified for PASSPORT services.

Payment is based on a sliding income scale. COAAA provides in-home assessments and case management for the program. Available services include: personal care, home-delivered meals and emergency-response systems.

Alzheimer’s Support Group (Ages: All) The everyday challenges faced by those dealing with Alzheimer’s and related diseases can be overwhelming.

Caregivers get a sense of belonging by interacting with those facing similar challenges. Under the guidance of Paula Taliaferro.

Monthly Evans Center Free 4th Tue. • 7 p.m.

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Amity Home Healthcare Blood Pressure Screening (Ages: 55+) A nurse from Amity Home Healthcare stops in monthly to conduct bloodpressure checks.

Monthly Evans Center Free 3rd Wed. • 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Drop in 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.

This new group is facilitated by Tami Washington of Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions.

Monthly Evans Center Free 1st Mon. • 10-11 a.m.

Drop in Guardian Angel Home Health Care Blood Pressure Screening (Ages: 55+) Guardian Angel Home Health Care representatives perform bloodpressure screenings.

Monthly Evans Center Free 2nd Wed. • 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

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Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (S.A.L.T.) (Ages: 55+) During S.A.L.T. meetings, representatives from Grove City Police and Jackson Township Fire share information about community services and crime and safety issues important to seniors. For information, contact the crime prevention coordinator at 614-277-1765.

Monthly Evans Center Free 2nd Tue. • 1 p.m.

Drop in Jackson Township Community CARES (Ages: 55+) Join the Jackson Township Fire Department to learn about the CARES community paramedic program.

Engage in a Q&A session and receive blood pressure and sugar checks and medication reviews.

Monthly Evans Center Free 1st Wed. • 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Drop in Lunch & Learn: Fall Risk (Ages: 55+) Learn your fall risk and how to improve your ability to stay steady on your feet. Box lunch included. Charles Starr of Grove City’s Starr Spine Physical Therapy and Wellness presents.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Thu. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Sept. 10 • 1-2 p.m.

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Lunch & Learn: It’s Never too Late (Ages: 55+) Does pain, fear of injury, procrastination or a medical conditions keep you from regular exercise? Learn how to start a safe routine and stick to it. Box lunch included. Charles Starr of Grove City’s Starr Spine Physical Therapy and Wellness presents.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Thu. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Aug. 6 • 1-2 p.m.

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Computer Lab (Ages: 55+) The Evans Center is fully equipped with desktop computers to meet your technology needs. Services are free, but you must sign up for a user ID and password at the front desk.

Daily Evans Center Free Mon.-Fri. • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Registration Required

Nutrition 101: Where to Start (Ages: 55+) Discover the benefits of good nutrition for your physical and mental wellbeing and learn to make healthy food choices!

Registration

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Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Thu. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Aug. 20 • 1-4 p.m.

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Friday Flicks (Ages: 55+) View a variety of films on the big projector screen with friends while munching popcorn.

Friday Flicks: The Call of the Wild (Ages: 55+) Buck’s comfortable life is turned upside down when the large dog is stolen and sold into service during the 1890s Klondike Gold Rush. He experiences the adventure of a lifetime solidifying his place on a sled dog team delivering mail in the Alaskan Yukon.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Fri. Evans Center Auditorium Free Sept. 25 • 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Activity #: 4082009_01 Friday Flicks: A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (Ages: 55+) A journalist profiling Mr. Fred Rogers is skeptical anyone can be so good natured. But Rogers’ empathy and kindness erodes his cynicism and forces him to reconcile with his painful past.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Fri. Evans Center Auditorium Free Aug. 14 • 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Activity #: 4082008_01 Staff Game Day (Ages: 55+) Games are a great way to keep your mind sharp and to interact socially with friends and meet new people. Twice per month, the Evans Center staff hosts a different board, card or dice game.

Play an old favorite or learn something new!

Staff Game Day: Rummikub (Ages: 55+) Use numbered tiles to play sets in a game using elements from rummy and mahjong.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Thu. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Aug. 13 • 1-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4082008_02 Staff Game Day: Skip-Bo (Ages: 55+) Play and discard numbered and wild cards to try to be the first to play all your cards.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Fri. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Aug. 28 • 1-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4082008_03 Staff Game Day: Scattergories (Ages: 55+) Roll a lettered die and create answers to a list of categories based on the exposed letter.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Tue. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Sept. 15 • 1-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4082009_03

Progressive Euchre (Ages: 55+) Gather for a rousing progressive euchre tournament complete with lunch and prizes. Please bring $1 for prizes for most loners and high and low scores.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Fri. Evans Center Multipurpose Room $5 Sept. 25 • 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4082009_02 Chair Exercise (Ages: 55+) Dealing with arthritis or joint pain?

These instructor-led exercises are designed for seniors who find it difficult to work out while standing or have trouble getting up and down for floor exercises. Bring light one- or twopound weights.

Wks: 5 • Classes: 9 • Mon., Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $15 Begins: Aug. 3 • 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Activity #: 4032008_01 Wks: 5 • Classes: 8 • Mon., Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $15 Begins: Sept. 2 • 9:30-10:15 a.m.

No class Sept. 7 (Mon.) Activity #: 4032009_01

Staff Game Day: Joker (Ages: 55+) Move marbles on a board based on cards drawn from a deck.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Tue. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Sept. 29 • 1-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4082009_04

Staff Game Day: Five Crowns (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Fri. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Jul. 31 • 1-3 p.m.

Activity #: 4082007_03

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

Don’t miss out! All ages of adults are welcome to participate in the offerings in the Adult section including Line Dance, art and herb classes.

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Senior Exercise (Ages: 55+) Keep those joints and muscles moving with instructor-led exercises designed for active seniors.

Yoga Senior Tuesday (Ages: 55+)

Begins: Aug. 3 • 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Activity #: 4032008_02

Reap the benefits of yoga with instruction designed for seniors.

Breathing techniques and deep relaxation help melt away tension and stress while coaxing mind and body to health. Toni Weeks instructs. Wear loose clothing and bring a mat or towel to sit on. If unable to lie on the floor, use a chair for this gentle stretching class.

Wks: 5 • Classes: 8 • Mon., Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $15

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $22

Begins: Sept. 2 • 10:30-11:30 a.m.

No class Sept. 7 (Mon.) Activity #: 4032009_02

Begins: Aug. 18 • 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

Activity #: 4032008_03

Wks: 5 • Classes: 9 • Mon., Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $15

Tai Chi (Ages: 55+) Fall related injuries are serious for people age 50+. Reduce your risk: improve balance and strengthen muscles through this martial art often described as meditation in motion.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $22 Begins: Sept. 9 • 2-3 p.m.

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Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Thu. Evans Center Auditorium $22 Begins: Aug. 20 • 9-10 a.m.

Activity #: 4032008_04

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

Evans Center Fitness Room (Ages: 55+) Use this great resource to stay fit by accessing elliptical machines, treadmills, NuStep, recumbent and upright bikes, hydraulic weight machines and free weights.

Wks: 4 Days: Mon.-Fri. Evans Center Fitness Room $15 per month 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Contact the Evans Center Front Desk Chair Volleyball (Ages: 55+) Played with a beach ball while seated, this game sharpens upper-body mobility and is enjoyable for everyone.

Days: Mon., Thu. Evans Center Auditorium Free Contact the Evans Center Front Desk

Registration

Online, phone and office registration begins Mon., July 13 www.GroveCityOhio.gov

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Registration

Grove City Parks and Recreation offers six 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 (sports excluded), 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 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).

Residency Rates & Fair Share Policy The lower “resident rate” provides credit to those paying municipal taxes that help support the programs www.GroveCityOhio.gov

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.

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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 the calendar year open annually the third week of January. 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. It is available only to residents 21 and older and can be reserved 365 days before the intended rental date; 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.

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• 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. Dropin users must vacate the shelter when renters arrive.

• 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.

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Blodwen Creed-Lawless Creekside Fryer Indian Trails Keller Farms Meadowgrove Scioto Meadows Swearingen Westgrove Windsor

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We always knew that this community was special.

Now we know that ‘special’ doesn’t even begin to describe it. To everyone doing your part to keep our community united and safe,

thank you.

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