Discover Grove City September/October 2019

GroveCity DISCOVER

SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2019

The official magazine of Grove City, Ohio

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Top Dog Ed Reeves recounts Vietnam journey

Local author Eva Dimel Three unique festivals Bella Briggeman does it all

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GroveCity DISCOVER

Volume 2, Number 2 September/October 2019

The official magazine of Grove City, Ohio

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What’s Happening?

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Faces Stronger than Fiction Local author touches lives with personal writings

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In Focus Ahead of new war dog memorial, Ed Reeves looks back on his time in war

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Kathleen K. Gill

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Embrace autumn with three unique Grove City festivals

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Vice President, Sales

Dave Prosser

Chief Creative Officer

Gary Hoffman

Creative Director

Mallory Arnold

Assistant Editor

Student Spotlight Grove City High School senior does it all — and well

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Three Cheers for Fall

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Bookmarks The Source

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Contributing Editors

Emile Lin Mollie Shaw Tatyana Tandanpolie

Contributing Writers

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What’s Happening?

Sept. 2

Last Day of the Season at The Big Splash

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11:30 a.m.-8 p.m.

The Big Splash Family Aquatic Center 2831 Southwest Blvd. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

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7:30-10:30 p.m.

Grove City Brewing Company 3946 Broadway www.facebook.com/pg/ grovecitybrewery

40th Annual Arts in the Alley

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

Kingston Center 3226 Kingston Ave. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

10 a.m.-8 p.m, Saturday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m, Sunday; Parade Saturday, 9:30 a.m.

Grove City Town Center www.gcchamber.org

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Sept. 21

8 a.m.-noon Grove City Town Center www.gcchamber.org

Grant-Sawyer Home Open House 1-5 p.m.

4126 Haughn Rd. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Sept. 21

Sept. 7

Grove City Band Invitational

7:30-10:30 p.m.

Grove City Brewing Company 3946 Broadway www.facebook.com/pg/ grovecitybrewery

6 p.m.

Grove City High School 4665 Hoover Rd. gchs.swcsd.us

JT Hillier Live

Ribbon Cutting

Innervision Live

Sept. 21-22

Grove City Chamber of Commerce Farmers’ Market

Proud to Support the Grove City Dream Field

Sept. 20

Sept. 11

Patriot Day Ceremony 8:30 a.m.

Jackson Township Fire Station 204 4900 Buckeye Pkwy. www.facebook.com/ alpost164

Patriot Day Ceremony

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

Arts in the Alley

Sept. 28

Heart of Grove City Smoked Meats Festival 1-9 p.m.

Grove City Town Center www.heartofgrovecity.org

Sept. 28 and Oct. 26

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Southwest Franklin County Historical Society Open House 2-4 p.m.

Century Village at Fryer Park 4185 Orders Rd. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Sept. 28

Jackson Township Fall Cleanup 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

Jackson Township Administration Building 3756 Hoover Rd. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Sept. 28

SWACO Household Hazardous Waste Collection 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Kingston Center 3226 Kingston Ave. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Sept. 28, Oct. 5 and Oct. 12

Grove City Community Club Fall Harvest Market

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9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Grove City Town Center www.grovecitycommunityclub.org

Sept. 28-29

Olde Hayfield Fall Barn Sale 9 a.m., Saturday; 3 p.m., Sunday The Olde Hayfield 4515 Grove City Rd. www.visitgrovecityoh.com www.DiscoverGroveCity.com

Heart of Grove City Shop Hop & Food Trucks 4-9 p.m.

Grove City Town Center www.heartofgrovecity.org

Oct. 5

Grove City Oktoberfest Noon-10 p.m.

Grove City Town Center www.gcrotaryoh.com

Oct. 6

Old-Time Harvest Day 1-5 p.m.

Century Village at Fryer Park 4185 Orders Rd. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

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Oct. 19

Heart of Grove City Chocolate Walk 4-9 p.m.

Grove City Town Center www.heartofgrovecity.org

Oct. 31

Boo Off Broadway and Beggars’ Night 6-8 p.m.

Grove City Town Center www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Oct. 19

In-A-Jam Live 7:30-10:30 p.m.

Grove City Brewing Company 3946 Broadway www.facebook.com/pg/ grovecitybrewery

5K Rescue Dog Walk/Run 10:30 a.m.

Breck Park 3005 Demorest Rd. www.raceroster.com

Boo Off Broadway

Oct. 11

Medicare Fair 9 a.m.-noon Evans Center 4330 Dudley Ave. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Oct. 17

Community Club Fall Card Party 11:30 a.m.

Grove City Community Club www.grovecitycommunityclub.org

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News and Information from the City of Grove City

Thriving in an Age-Friendly Community

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wanted to retire where there is top-notch, accessible medical care for my wife, within a community that offers plenty of activity fitting my lifestyle.”

I’m paraphrasing, but that was the response I received when I asked a new resident why he chose to move to Grove City in his retirement years. The retired U.S. Marine shared with me the vast travel and living experiences — in the U.S. and abroad — he and his wife accumulated over the years; then explained how, after extensive consideration, he concluded this was the best place for them as a final stop.

Where to call home upon retirement and beyond is a uniquely personal decision often influenced by the location of family and longtime friends. Beyond the factors we cannot control, Grove City strives to provide senior residents with unmatched amenities, making it simpler to enjoy the later years.

The U.S. Census Bureau recently reported that the median age of the nation as a whole continues to grow older as Baby Boomers pass age 65. Grove City’s median age is currently estimated at 39 years, somewhat older than the nation’s median. This is one of the reasons we openly welcome new, high-quality assisted living communities like Danbury Senior Living, Homestead Senior Living, The Ashford of Grove City, and recently opened StoryPoint of Grove City, Brookdale Pinnacle and Meadow Grove Transitional Care Center.

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Because staying active in retirement is important to both health and happiness, our aging residents deserve so much more than shuffleboard and senior discounts. This vibrant phase of life is the perfect time to discover new restaurants, hone in on hidden talents, enjoy hiking or biking, and find more ways to get involved in the community. All of this is available in Grove City!

We don’t stop there. When health and mobility become a challenge, Grove City steps up with resources designed to ease those concerns. Having recently welcomed two new hospitals and several medical office buildings, high-quality health care is close to home and easily accessed.

The LifeCare Alliance Meals-on-Wheels program is faithfully supported in our community, providing delivered meals to those who cannot access it on their own. Additionally, the Evans Center continues to increase social, health-centered programs and scheduled rides for seniors, making it easier to tackle tasks outside the home.

I enjoy meeting new residents, young and old. Hearing their stories and learning what led them to Grove City confirms a truth I’ve known — our beloved hometown is attracting the attention of many and making life simpler and more accessible for our senior population.

Mayor Richard L. “Ike” Stage

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Discovering Our Past A History of Community Service

Though it is not the structure’s original location, the building at 3397 Civic Place has remained soundly on its lot for more than 90 years and its history mirrors some of the oldest civic organizations in Grove City.

The Grove City Women’s Civic Club was organized in 1916 and participants regularly hosted meetings in their homes until 1928 when the Club’s membership and charitable activities grew too large for any home. Consideration was then given to constructing a clubhouse to accommodate the larger group for meetings and events.

Just two days after the Club resolved its need for owned space, a portable building once used by the high school, then located on Park Street, became available. As the highest bidder at the auction, the Women’s Civic Club purchased the building in May 1928 for $1,175. Amid a whirlwind of activity in the months that followed, the Club secured the land it stands on today for $775. The building was moved one-third of a mile to its current location.

Established around the same time as the Women’s Civic Club, the Girls’ Community Club also struggled for space. With a common objective to promote the spirit of cooperation and goodwill while raising the standard of civic life in Grove City, the two clubs often bonded together to meet the needs of the community.

The same was true for space when in 1956 the Girls’ Community Club purchased half of the building.

The accommodations then became known as the Civic Club House and the two clubs worked together, raising funds to increase the size of the building.

The groups shared the building until sometime in the 1990s when the Women’s Civic Club moved its gatherings to the Jackson Township Administration Building on Hoover Road. To this day, the Girls’ Community Club — now known as the Grove City Community Club — continues to operate out of the Civic Place building.

As two of the oldest philanthropic civic organizations in the Grove City area, the clubs have spent the past 100-plus years making significant contributions to our community, including starting our first library and supporting numerous charitable organizations. For more information on these civic organizations, visit womenscivicclubofgc.weebly.com or grovecitycommunityclub.org.

Council Briefs Share a Day with Your “Best Friend” Break loose from the dog days of summer and bring your “best friend” to Breck Community Park for a dog-friendly, social environment with two fenced, off-leash play areas for large and small dogs — a community center for your dog!

Serving as a picturesque location for your dog to exercise and socialize with others, the park also includes multi-use

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paths, a public art installation, an attractive pond, benches, a shelter, water fountains for dogs (humans, too) and restrooms for leash-holders outside the play areas.

Breck Community Park is home to the Council Member Ted Berry Annual 5K Dog Rescue Walk/Run, the largest FREE 5K dog walk/run in Ohio. Plan to attend the special fundraising event at 11 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 6. Register in person at 10:30 a.m. the day of the event or online at bit.ly/gc5K-9.

Roby Schottke, Ward 4; Christine Houk, Ward 3; Steve Robinette, President, At-Large; Jeff Davis, Ward 2 and Ted Berry, Ward 1

Donations benefit various dog rescue organizations. Last year’s event attracted 368 walkers/runners, 157 dogs and accumulated donations of items and funds totaling an estimated $11,781, including more than 3,400 pounds of dog food.

Registration remains free. And donations of unopened dog food, new pet toys/beds/blankets, and gift cards from pet stores or gas stations are appreciated.

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Development The Growing Demand for Age-Targeted Housing

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ince the year 2000, the number of Grove City residents between the ages of 55 and 64 has more than doubled; growing at a far higher rate than any other age group. An aging population has many implications for city policy, including the type of housing available, transportation access, safety, healthcare facilities and recreational needs.

Regardless of life circumstances, low-maintenance living is increasing in popularity. Daily maintenance, including yardwork or cleaning unused living space, can cut into time that could be spent relaxing, enjoying family, traveling or pursuing hobbies.

Recent development in Grove City has responded to the changing market demand and multiple new projects are aimed at offering the aging population a low-

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maintenance lifestyle in a variety of forms. Currently under construction or recently approved are almost 1,000 housing units ranging from age-targeted, single-story condominiums and apartments to assisted living facilities.

These units are located in a variety of settings, giving aging residents many options. Existing single-family subdivisions such as Holton Run, Meadow Grove Estates and the proposed Trail View Run have been approved for new single-story attached and detached condos.

The Homestead Senior Independent Living project for the 55+ community at Hoover and Orders roads will offer age-restricted oneand two-bedroom apartments within a single three-story structure, surrounded by a variety of indoor and outdoor community spaces including a dog park and connectivity to the City’s growing trail network. Another recently approved project, Brown’s Farm, will include 200 single-story apartments on Orders Road between

Fryer Park and StoryPoint Senior Living, as well as 100 single-story condos on the east side of Orders Road, both connected to Fryer Park through trails.

In addition to single-family living, the new Beulah Park development will offer more than 60 acres of open space with connectivity to the historic Town Center and a variety of options for seniors.

Included in the plan are an assisted living and memory care facility, single-story attached and detached condos, private courtyard areas, and a community center. Next to Beulah Park is the Ashford of Grove City, offering assisted living and memory care options with amenities for residents.

Although market demands are changing and new styles of housing are emerging, it is the responsibility of the City to ensure these new development patterns meet demand while preserving the character of our community. Through careful planning and intentional land-use decisions, it is the goal of the City to offer a variety of housing options to allow residents to remain lifelong community members, regardless of their stage in life.

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Faces

By Mollie Shaw

Stronger than Fiction E

va Dimel had a difficult childhood to say the least. She experienced abuse, resulting in a panic disorder. Then, after undergoing brain surgery to remove a tumor, she was left blind in her right eye.

Now, as an adult, Dimel has chosen to use her faith and the hardships she faced during her childhood to inspire her work as a writer.

She has a strong support system, including her husband, Tom; three adult children; and five grandsons. Through this support system, she says she’s been able to find acceptance of her past.

Dimel has published eight works that address tough topics, including prayer used in Alcoholics Anonymous, stories inspired by people she knew who struggled with addiction, and bullying. She also has a book of poems, Eva’s Inspirations: Inspired by God. She doesn’t stray from personal topics, either. In From Trash to Treasures, Dimel details her childhood abuse. She says, it was the most diffi-

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cult and frightening work she’s ever written; and at first, she wasn’t even sure she should – or could – write her stories.

Her decision was confirmed, however, when she read a quote the day before New Year’s Eve: Your story is being written, it read, by an au-

thor who has more in store for you than you could even imagine. So Dimel forged ahead, beginning work on the book that same day.

She was encouraged even more after sharing a first draft with a friend. The friend shared that she, too, had been abused as a child, but had never talked about it. The woman, who was in her 70s, had silently carried that weight her whole life. Dimel realized then that her story needed to be shared – hoping it could help others, too.

Though as she worked on From Trash to Treasures, Dimel says, she wondered, “What are people going to think about me?” Even after its publication, she had mixed emotions.

“You’d think I’d be overly excited,” Dimel says, “but I cried because I wanted to control who gets it.”

Her hard work didn’t go unnoticed, and Grove City Area Historical Society’s visitor and host guide, Don Ivers, asked to feature Dimel’s www.DiscoverGroveCity.com

Photos courtesy of Eva Dimel

Local author touches lives with personal writings

work at the museum. Her poems, A Solider’s Dream and Our Fallen Heros, are currently on display there.

“I was so excited when I went in there because it’s so nice,” Dimel says. “I take my grandkids in there sometimes.”

Dimel’s poems are seen far beyond the museum, reaching people around the world – they come in the form of books, plaques and even throw blankets. Her writing became her main source of income after a knee injury kept her from going back to her job as a cook at South-Western City Schools. She writes poems as they come to her in prayer, but she also takes requests from friends, family and acquaintances looking for words of encouragement or a keepsake after a life event. Dimel sometimes brings her poetry to public spaces like Kroger, giving them freely to www.DiscoverGroveCity.com

people she meets who she senses might need hope. She met one of her dearest friends and encouragers, Pat, this way.

“God would put something on my heart to give something to this person or that, and I was so nervous, but I would do it,” Dimel says. “Then they would tell me, ‘You don’t know how much I needed that.’”

In addition to being a published writer, Dimel speaks publicly to students, women’s groups and local churches, sharing her story and helping to inspire others. She spoke at a community recreation center in downtown Columbus, where women from all walks of life come once a month for activities and a meal. Dimel was still new to public speaking at the time, and simply “let God do the talking.”

She told the women how beautiful

Eva Dimel with her husband, Tom (far right), and adult children (from left to right) Jonathan, Mary and Tommy.

they were and that God has a plan for them, too.

Dimel is also a member of the Grove City Writers’ Group, where she meets at the Grove City Library with other local writers. Group members come from a variety of backgrounds and include poets, editors, teachers, novices, columnists and reporters. Despite their different approaches to writing, the members have become friends and act as a source of encouragement for one other.

“I was never an avid book writer,” Dimel says, “but being at the book signings for the writers’ group helped me grow.”

Dimel also has a strong presence on Facebook, where she posts her poetry, inspirational quotes, September/October 2019 11

Dimel standing by her two poems that are on display at the Grove City Museum.

scripture and photos of herself with her family. Social media helps her connect with her followers and gives them a look into her personal life as well as her writing process. Comments on Dimel’s posts often include followers thanking her for uplifting them or leaving encouraging remarks.

“I think that’s what people like,” Dimel says. “They can relate to the things I’m talking about.”

Followers post loving words on photos of Dimel with

her grandchildren as if they, too, are a part of her family.

In a way, due to the personal nature of Dimel’s works, they truly have become extended family members.

“Every letter that someone has written me I have kept,” she says.

Each comment of hope is a “treasure,” she says, “worth more than a million dollars.”

Dimel’s joy and humility are evident from the moment you begin talking with her.

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“I’m the type of person that, if someone told me they won the lottery, I’d be just as happy for them as if I’d won it. I love seeing people’s joy,” she says. “My joy comes from God, and that shows in my writing.”

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InFocus

By Mallory Arnold

War Dogs

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Ahead of new war dog memorial, Ed Reeves looks back on his time in war

Ed Reeves and his current canine companion, Lacy.Â

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rove City native Ed Reeves always wanted a German shepherd ever since he was a kid.

During his youth, he lived down the street from a police officer who was training Grove City’s very first police dogs, which happened to be shepherds. Whenever the officer was away or needed help with his pups, Reeves was there to feed, walk or even assist with training routines. Little did he know that one day he’d be working with his very own German shepherd, and it would change his life.

Reeves was drafted into the Army in 1969, where he then volunteered for dog training school. Though

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he didn’t know much about the program, Reeves dove headfirst into the position of a handler. He picked up a dog in Georgia named Prince, and everything clicked.

Reeves and Prince worked together for five months, training as an early silent warning team – working toward protecting their team from ambushes, tripwires and mines. The training was tough and involved a lot of learning on both ends.

“It’s repetition. We’d set up trails with booby traps and we’d walk through the trails and he’d alert to it,” Reeves says. “I had to learn how to read him;

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Military Working Dogs Honored with Official Stamps The U.S. Postal Service officially announced a new line of stamps to be released to the public in 2019. The collection was created to honor the work of military dogs and features four different breeds, all of which commonly serve in the armed forces.

On these stamps you’ll find the German shepherd, the Labrador retriever, Belgian Malinos and Dutch shepherd. Hopefully, these will serve as a reminder of the hard work canines have contributed to U.S. efforts and the 2,300 that still serve in the armed forces today.

Stamps were released Aug. 1 at a celebratory ceremony in Omaha, Nebraska.

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the way his actions worked, what his nose and ears moving meant – that was the hardest part.”

The two built a strong bond during that time, depending on each other through hard days out in the field.

“I would carry his food and water, and he would keep me safe,” Reeves says. “I developed a strong relationship with him.”

Prince even saved his life at one point; on a particular mission when they were scoping out a trail.

The two were leading a group and a small tree had fallen over the path. Prince went around it rather than over it. When Reeves called him back and tried to get him to go over the tree, the canine simply went around again. Not quite understanding, Reeves began to step over the log when Prince came up under him and put his nose to the ground, alerting there was something there. That’s when the mine was discovered.

“I was inches away from stepping on that mine,” he says.

“Prince saved my life.”

When Reeves’ work in Vietnam ended, he was officially allowed to return home. However, Prince was to stay and continue working with a new handler.

In Reeves’ novel, My Search for My Vietnam Scout Dog Prince, he recounts the last few moments he had to say goodbye to his friend: “I cooked up two steaks, put them www.DiscoverGroveCity.com

on a plate, cut them into little pieces, and went to Prince’s dog house. We sat on the ground and ate the steaks piece by piece. I wasn’t supposed to have contact with Prince because he had a new handler, but I just couldn’t pass up this opportunity.”

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“I was inches away from stepping on that mine.

Prince saved my life.”

Over 4,000 dogs served in Vietnam and only 200 returned home alive. Each dog was essential to the operation and trained for different life-saving purposes. It’s reported that the trained canines saved approximately 10,000 lives during the war, solidifying the importantance of Prince’s job.

Reeves will never forget the work he did with his canine partner. That’s why he’s helping with the Vietnam War Dog Memorial, set to go in Motts Military Museum. The official dedication is on Sept. 28, and the monument will feature a large granite wall with 4,235 dogs’ names and tag numbers; as well as the names of the 300 handlers who lost their lives in Vietnam.

As for Prince? Thirty-six years later, Reeves looked him up and found out that he was one of the surviving hero dogs who got to return home.

Mallory Arnold is an assistant editor. Feedback welcome at marnold@cityscenemediagroup.com. www.DiscoverGroveCity.com

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Three Cheers for Fall Embrace autumn with three unique Grove City Festivals

By Emile Lin

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o need to go apple picking in rural Ohio or bird watching at state parks to herald the arrival of fall. Grove City hosts three events to celebrate the season in a grand way. From beer aficionados to history buffs and fine arts connoisseurs, Grove City has all bases covered.

Arts in the Alley Welcome the fall season by taking in the artistic and musical delights of the 40th annual Arts in the Alley – central Ohio’s longest running arts and music festival. On Sept. 21 and 22, appreciate the works of no fewer than 120 artists and creators centered at the intersection of Broadway and Park Streets.

The five genres of art to be showcased include fine arts, crafts, quilting, photography and youth art. The winner in each category will receive a People’s Choice Award presented during Sunday’s award ceremony. The stakes are no small matter for entries in the Grove City 18 September/October 2019

Helena McComb Award winner at the 2018 Arts in the Alley

Easel Award in the fine arts show.

The winner is presented a $2,000 purchase award by the City of Grove City.

According to Shawn Conrad, executive director of the Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce, the winning piece will find a home in city hall, as part of the City’s collection. The public is invited to

vote for their favorite artwork in all shows!

Paired with this outdoor exhibition is a slew of live entertainment on both days. This year, Conrad invited high school bands and show choirs to serve as musical accompaniment to entertain patrons. Conrad also invites visitors to make their own music in the brand-new, www.DiscoverGroveCity.com

On Oct. 5, gather in historic Grove City Town Center for Oktoberfest 2019. From noon until 10 p.m., a selection of locally made adult beverages will be available to sample. Keep the celebration going by enjoying traditional German cuisine, such as bratwurst and cream puffs. Live entertainment and games, including stein-holding contests, nail-driving competitions and barrel rolling ensure there’s always something fun to do. Particularly skilled participants may win great prizes.

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two-day Voice of Singing contest. Gather around the stage or hop onto it; both sound like a solid game plan to follow up an afternoon of artistic contemplation.

But even before artists unveil their magnum opuses, be sure to check out the 30th Arts in the Alley Community Parade at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21. The parade features 120 to 150 floats, antique cars, horses and various entertainers, some of which will even hand out candy.

Arts in the Alley begins at 10 a.m., and closes at 8 p.m. on Saturday. Sunday hours are 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Oktoberfest

As per tradition, this year’s Oktoberfest is made possible by the Grove City Rotary Club. In addition to hosting the annual festival, the Rotary is also known for advancing multiple community service projects – from adding bike racks in local parks to awarding scholarships to high school seniors.

Old-Time Harvest Day

Oktoberfest 2019

A picturesque afternoon visit to Century Village at Fryer Park is an annual favorite! From 1-5 p.m. on Oct. There’s no better way to usher in the arrival of 6, the Southwest Franklin County Historical Society colder temperatures than by joining in a warm cele- hosts Old-Time Harvest Day. bration of Grove City’s stout German roots. Get ready Travel back in time as you walk in the shoes of for Oktoberfest. an Ohioan in the mid-1800s. History buffs will surely www.DiscoverGroveCity.com

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appreciate the tour as they explore an antique schoolhouse, old-fashioned log cabins and barns, and a working blacksmith forge.

Visitors looking to flex their skills will have the opportunity to churn butter, wash clothes on a wash board, make a rope and more.

The excursion entails more than a historical lesson and roleplaying, however. Like all proper festivals, Old-Time Harvest Day awaits you with live entertainment and authentic musical performances.

The Village Pickers will perform on the front porch of the log house from 2-4 p.m. Feel free to join them on stage with your own instrument!

The hands-on activities are suitable for younger participants.

Children can make crafts and learn period-appropriate games.

Every year, Old-Time Harvest Day brings something new to the table. This year is no exception.

Joan Eyerman, the chair of Century Village and member of the Southwest Franklin County Historical Society, promises a remodeled farm museum, a new picnic shelter adjacent to the village courtesy of the Rotary Club and the opportunity to go inside the railroad station originally located downtown. www.DiscoverGroveCity.com

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During the late 1800s, the railroad station was a crucial transportation and commerce element of an Ohio village, as it served to connect villagers to the broader world. Eyerman indicates the railroad station is currently being restored, but it will be ready for visitors.

As always, a trip to Century Village is free.

The festival is presented by Southwest Franklin County Historical Society and the City of Grove City. You may know the society as the city’s resident organization promoting American heritage and local history. It’s also the main curator for historic structures within Century Village.

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These are but a sneak peek of the plethora of activities that Grove City has to offer during the season of equinox. Check out the Community Calendar on pages four and five for more activities.

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rove City High School senior Bella Briggeman is a go getter. With a seat on student council, more than 100 hours of community service, great grades and a handful of other titles under her belt, Briggeman is determined to succeed and be wellrounded when she does.

Briggeman thinks of her high school experience with a smile, crediting her enjoyment to the school clubs and organizations she’s involved in.

“I thought I’d have a more enjoyable four years of high school if I was more involved,” she says. “I didn’t want to be someone who said, ‘Oh, I hated high school,’ but then I didn’t try and do anything to make it enjoyable.”

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for her class, a member of the news team and an active member of Dawgs for Christ, the GCHS chapter of Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

She’s also an avid volunteer, joining her church in a plethora of service events and helping out during Grove City’s Buddy Ball baseball games. And somehow, while doing all that, she goes to work, finishes her homework on time and maintains a 4.0 GPA. How does she juggle all of this responsibility? Half of it is time management and making sure that she’s not spreading herself too thin every week. The other half is her amazing support system.

“I think my parents, my family and my boyfriend all really help me by making sure that I am still going out and doing stuff outside of work and school work,” says Briggeman. www.DiscoverGroveCity.com

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On top of her current school work load and extracurricular activities, however, she still finds time for more – somehow.

Briggeman takes advantage of her high school’s College Credit Plus program, which allows her to take college courses through Columbus State Community College earning high school and college credit simultaneously.

Due in part to her impressive grades, she earned her membership in NHS, which determines eligibility based on academic achievement, leadership, school and community service, and character.

While Briggeman excels in each category, she’s a prime example of a leader, holding office in multiple school groups. As the NHS treasurer, she’s in charge of meeting attendance, disseminating important info to other members and T-shirt design.

She’s active in student council, representing her class of 2020 peers and working with the news team to advertise school events as the student body news coordinator. Her time on student council has even influenced how she thinks about her future career.

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Bella Briggeman with her brother, Wyatt, and parents, David and Kristina.

“I’m not entirely sure what I want to do yet, but I want to go into the communications field,” says Briggeman. “I’m just not sure what exactly it is, so student council has really helped me.”

Not to mention, she recently earned the title “world traveler,” leaving the country for the first time to visit Germany for three weeks over the summer through the GCHS German Club and Exchange program.

to lend her community a helping hand. Her favorite volunteer activities involve working and interacting with small children and people with disabilities.

One of her favorite organizations to volunteer for is Grove City Buddy Ball, which creates a supportive community for children and adults with mental and physical disabilities to play baseball together and make friends. While Briggeman mainly works the concession stand, she still gets to see the players’ smiling faces after each game.

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man never fails to make time for it, clearing out her schedule every Sunday to make sure that she has time to volunteer in the Sunday school classrooms.

Through her church, Briggeman was able to enjoy a trip with other church members to Ashville, Ohio, where they served local firefighters a hearty brunch and prayed with them after their community experienced immense hardship.

The trip made her realize, “how God works in our lives to help other people,” Briggeman says.

“Just feeling him in that room when we were praying with them was just really amazing,” she says.

And it’s that feeling – the feeling of satisfaction – she gets from helping others that inspires her to serve.

“I like giving back, and I’ll do anything to be able to help people in my community and just bring more positivity to the world,” Briggeman says.

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Mayor Richard L. “Ike” Stage with the Grove City Brewing Company/Plum Run Winery team.

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Best Volunteer Experience, Mid-Ohio Food Bank

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Bookmarks

How to Be a Good Creature: A Memoir in Thirteen Animals

by Sy Montgomery How to Be a Good Creature is an exploration into the emotional connection between animals and people, seen through the eyes of Montgomery, a naturalist and adventurer. She recounts touching moments of her interactions with exotic animals to household pets or, as she calls them, “friends,” while examining the larger theme of being a “good creature.”

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Winterdance

by Gary Paulsen Paulsen tells the story of his experiences during the Iditarod sled dog race, detailing his training and his relationships with his dogs.

This nonfiction account is engaging, hilarious and touching, all rolled into one wonderful book readers of any age will enjoy.

Dog On It

by Spencer Quinn This book is the first in the Chet and Bernie mystery series, where Chet the dog narrates the crimes he solves with his human, Bernie.

The tone is light and Chet is a hilarious narrator, but the story is still meaningful.

The audiobook version is especially enjoyable!

The Call of the Wild

by Jack London This classic, told by Buck the dog, is wildly engaging but serious in tone with a somewhat gritty setting.

Buck is an amazing main character, sold as a working dog and struggling to survive in the wilderness. It is a short volume that reads quickly.

The Body in the Library

by Agatha Christie The elderly sleuth Miss Marple investigates in this mystery classic when a friend of hers finds the body of a young woman in their library. There are a lot of characters and clues to keep track of but the end comes together well when the killer is revealed.

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by Cynthia Rylant This beautiful and moving Murder Past Due The Old Woman and My Old Dog: Rescued shy puppy shows up at her the Wave Pets with Remarkable

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To register for a class or activity, call the Parks and Recreation office at 614-277-3050 or the Evans Center at 614-277-1060, use online registration, or stop in the Kingston Center, 3226 Kingston Ave.; or Evans Center, 4330 Dudley Ave. When registering for the first time, a staff member will assist you with establishing your household account in our system. To register online, customers must also have an online registration account. This simple process can be completed by phone or in person.

Registration is required for all activities even if there is no fee, unless designated as a drop-in class.

For more information on classes, activities and events in Grove City, visit GroveCityOhio.gov, sign up for our electronic newsletter and follow social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (@GroveCityOhio).

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CITY OF GROVE CITY Building Division.....................614-277-3075 City Council............................614-277-3065 City Information......................614-277-3000 Community Relations..............614-277-3040 Development..........................614-277-3004 Division of Police....................614-277-1710 Evans Center..........................614-277-1060 Finance/Tax............................614-277-3025 Human Resources...................614-277-3013 Mayor’s Court.........................614-277-1715 Mayor’s Office.........................614-277-3006 Parks & Recreation.................614-277-3050 Parks Weather Hotline.............614-277-3060 Service Department................614-277-1100 Zoning....................................614-277-3086

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. 2019-2020 RecSchool Registration: Call Michele Demmy, 614871-6330, for information.

Gantz Barn Morning and afternoon options 2019-2020 Registration: Call Michele Demmy, 614-871-6330, for information.

Playgroup (Ages: 2 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. Day: Fri. Gantz Barn 9:15-10:15 a.m. or 10:30-11:30 a.m.

2019-2020 Registration: Call Michele Demmy, 614-871-6330, for information.

WeJoySing (Ages: 1 month-5 years) Discover how your baby, toddler or preschooler learns and grows through JOY-filled musical play. Essential early childhood development is nurtured as you play together, creating bonds that last a lifetime. Visit WeJoySing.com for dates, time and costs.

Grove City United Methodist Church, 2684 Columbus St. Contact: WeJoySing.com and 614-868-0107 Parent & Tot Gymnastics (Age: 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.

Online, phone and office registration begins Mon., Aug. 26 www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Begins: Sept. 9 • 6:30-7 p.m.

No class: Oct. 14 Activity #: 190910106_04 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Gym $45 (NR: $50) Begins: Sept. 10 • 5-5:30 p.m.

Activity #: 190910106_05 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Gym $45 (NR: $50) Begins: Sept. 12 • 5-5:30 p.m.

Activity #: 190910106_06 Gymnastics (Ages: 3-4) Best for 3 year olds with some experience and beginner 4 year olds.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Gym $45 (NR: $50)

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Gym $45 (NR: $50)

Begins: Sept. 9 • 5-5:30 p.m.

No class: Oct. 14 Activity #: 190910106_01

Begins: Sept. 10 • 5:30-6 p.m.

Activity #: 190910106_07

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Gym $45 (NR: $50) Begins: Sept. 9 • 5:30-6 p.m.

No class: Oct. 14 Activity #: 190910106_02 Gymnastics (Ages: 3-4) Young gymnasts learn basic skills in vault, bars, beam and floor. They practice following directions and taking turns while establishing gymnastics foundations to build upon in more advanced classes.

Gymnastics (Age: 3) Best for 3 year olds just starting out.

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Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Gym $45 (NR: $50)

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Gym $45 (NR: $50)

Gymnastics (Age: 4) Best for 4 year olds with some experience.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Gym $45 (NR: $50) Begins: Sept. 9 • 7-7:30 p.m.

No class: Oct. 14 Activity #: 190910106_08 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Gym $45 (NR: $50) Begins: Sept. 10 • 6-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 190910106_09 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Gym $45 (NR: $50) Begins: Sept. 12 • 5:30-6 p.m.

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Begins: Sept. 9 • 6-6:30 p.m.

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Ballet Baby (Ages: 3-4)

JumpBunch (Ages: 11⁄2-2 years)

New dancers are introduced to the fundamentals of ballet while developing coordination, balance and grace. Children sign up according to age and ability, and must be toilet trained. Ballet shoes or slippers needed.

Tami Kelly instructs.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 9 $55 (NR: $60) Begins: Sept. 11 • 5:30-6 p.m.

Activity #: 190910201_01 Modern Dance (Ages: 3-4) While learning the jazz dance style, students adapt bold and dynamic body movements and techniques that can be applied to a wide variety of modern dances. Develop skills that will allow you to grow as a dancer and enhance your journey for future dance. Experienced instructor Lindsay Maynard leads.

Modern Dance (Age: 3)

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: 18-23 months) Wks: 6 • Classes: 8 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Gym $80 (NR: $90) Begins: Sept. 11 • 6-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 190910303_01 JumpBunch (Age: 2) Wks: 6 • Classes: 8 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Gym $80 (NR: $90) Begins: Sept. 11 • 6:30-7 p.m.

Activity #: 190910303_02 Sporties for Shorties (Ages: 3-5)

Begins: Sept. 10 • 5-5:30 p.m.

Activity #: 190910203_01

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: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 4 $48 (NR: $53)

Wks: 8 • Classes: 8 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Gym $80 (NR: $90)

Begins: Sept. 10 • 5:30-6 p.m.

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Begins: Sept. 11 • 7-7:45 p.m.

Activity #: 190910303_03

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 4 $48 (NR: $53)

Modern Dance (Age: 4) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 4 $48 (NR: $53) Begins: Sept. 10 • 6-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 190910203_02

Grownup & Me ART! (Ages: 3-6 with Adult) Create together while exploring a variety of art materials and techniques with an emphasis on art process. Dress to get messy/bring a smock. Fee covers one child and one adult.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $40 (NR: $45) Begins: Sept. 5 • 6-6:45 p.m.

Activity #: 190910402_01 Wks: 5 • Classes: 5 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $50 (NR: $55) Begins: Oct. 3 • 6-6:45 p.m.

Activity #: 191010402_01 Friday PlaySchool (Ages: 3-5 1⁄2) Children gain independence and confidence while learning to work and play with others in a child-centered classroom setting. Each week’s activities include creative art, sensory exploration, social play and singing at circle time.

Wks: 8 • Classes: 8 • Day: Fri. Gantz Barn, Upstairs $56 (NR: $64) Begins: Sept. 13 • 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Activity #: 190919904_02 Learning Together (Ages: 2 1⁄2-4 with Adult) Child and a parent, or other caring adult, share hands-on learning activities promoting creative, academic and social skills as they paint, build with blocks, draw, sing and dance.

Everyone should dress for play and exploration.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Gantz Barn, Downstairs $42 (NR: $47) Begins: Sept. 17 • 6:15-7:15 p.m.

Activity #: 190919904_01

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Youth 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 Bolton Crossing, 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.

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 Bolton Crossing, 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. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

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)

Skating Lessons (Ages: 4-12) Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Sat. Skate America, 4357 Broadway $59 (NR $59) Begins: Oct. 5 • 12:15-1:15 p.m.

Register with Skate America 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.

Call 614-277-3058 for information.

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 • Day: Sat. Skate America, 4357 Broadway $59 (NR $59) Begins: Sept. 7 • 12:15-1:15 p.m.

Register with Skate America

P.A.R.K. programs are popular! Call 614-277-3050 to ensure availability before coming in to register.

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Rock-n-Roller for Girls (Ages: 5-10) Beginning gymnasts learn basic skills on vault, bar, beam and floor then build on these foundation skills as they advance through the program.

Rock-n-Roller (Ages: 5-7) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Gym $51 (NR: $56) Begins: Sept. 9 • 7:30-8 p.m.

Activity #: 190920106_05 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Gym $51 (NR: $56) Parkour (Ages: 5-12) Participants build strength and flexibility as they learn to safely navigate obstacles by running, jumping, climbing, swinging and landing safely.

Parkour (Ages: 5-7) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Gym $52 (NR: $58)

Begins: Sept. 10 • 6:30-7 p.m.

Activity #: 190920106_06 Rock-n-Roller (Ages: 7-10) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Gym $51 (NR: $56) Begins: Sept. 10 • 7-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 190920106_07 Ballet: Princess (Ages: 5-7)

Begins: Sept. 12 • 6-6:30 p.m.

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Develop coordination, balance and grace while being introduced to the fundamentals of ballet. Soft-soled shoes or slippers needed. Tami Kelly instructs.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Gym $52 (NR: $58)

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 9 $55 (NR: $60)

Begins: Sept. 12 • 6:30-7 p.m.

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Begins: Sept. 11 • 6-6:30 p.m.

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Parkour (Ages: 8-10) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Gym $52 (NR: $58) Begins: Sept. 12 • 7-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 190920106_03 Parkour (Ages: 11-12) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Gym $52 (NR: $58) Begins: Sept. 12 • 7:30-8 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: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 9 $55 (NR: $60) Begins: Sept. 11 • 6:30-7 p.m.

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Modern Dance (Ages: 5-10) While learning the jazz dance style, students adapt bold and dynamic body movements and techniques that can be applied to a wide variety of modern dances. Develop skills that will allow you to grow as a dancer and enhance your journey for future dance. Experienced instructor Lindsay Maynard leads.

Modern Dance (Ages: 5-7) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 4 $52 (NR: $60) Begins: Sept. 10 • 6:45-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 190920203_01 Modern Dance (Ages: 8-10) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 4 $52 (NR: $60) Begins: Sept. 10 • 7:30-8:15 p.m.

Activity #: 190920203_02 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 work becomes more complicated. Dress to get messy/bring a smock.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $40 (NR: $45) Begins: Sept. 3 • 7-7:45 p.m.

Activity #: 190920402_02 Wks: 5 • Classes: 5 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $50 (NR: $55) Begins: Oct. 1 • 7-7:45 p.m.

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Big Amazing Art! Paint & More (Ages: 6-10) Cover a variety of styles and techniques while focusing on the process, using quality materials and supplies found in an artist’s 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 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $40 (NR: $45) Begins: Sept. 3 • 6-6:45 p.m.

Activity #: 190920402_01 Wks: 5 • Classes: 5 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 2 $50 (NR: $55) Begins: Oct. 1 • 6-6:45 p.m.

Activity #: 191020402_01 Dog Cookie Treat Jar (Ages: 5-9) Make a container to store pet treats from terra cotta pots painted in your dog’s favorite colors. Dress to get messy.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Gantz Farmhouse $15 (NR: $18) Sept. 11 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 190920410_01 Edible Fall Art (Ages: 5-10) Design fall creations featuring edible treats shaped like pumpkins, scary spiders, witches’ hats and more!

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 2 $14 (NR: $16) Sept. 11 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Activity #: 190920412_01 Halloween Art (Ages: 5-10)

Pumpkin Carving (Ages: 5-12 with Adult) Get into the Halloween spirit: bring a pumpkin and we will provide you tools and decorations to make your squash boo-tiful in this child-parent activity!

Dress to get messy: pumpkins carving is sloppy business.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 2 $12 (NR: $14) Oct. 23 • 6:30-8 p.m.

Activity #: 191020413_02 Find A Fossil (Ages: 7-12) Play the role of paleontologist, excavating and sifting through gravel to uncover ancient “fossils!”

Paleontologists might find shark teeth, skate teeth, gastropods, ancient turtle shells and other fossils during this amazing adventure! Dress to get messy/wet - fossling is a fun, but dirty business!

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 2 Get your scary on and join us for a night of boo-tiful art, making crafts that $10 (NR: $12) fit right into the Halloween spirit.

Sept. 18 • 7-8 p.m.

Activity #: 190920902_01 Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 2 $10 (NR: $12)

Karate: Peewee Beginner (Ages: 4-7) Learn basic karate movements, the martial arts philosophy and the importance of concentration and confidence.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Room 3 $45 (NR: $50) Begins: Sept. 9 • 5-5:30 p.m.

No class: Oct. 14 Activity #: 190920601_01 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 3 $45 (NR: $50) Begins: Sept. 10 • 6-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 190920601_02 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 3 $45 (NR: $50) Begins: Sept. 11 • 5-5:30 p.m.

Activity #: 190920601_03 Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 3 $45 (NR: $50) Begins: Sept. 12 • 6-6:30 p.m.

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Oct. 9 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

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Karate: Peewee Advanced (Ages: 4-7)

Karate: Advanced Twice a Week (Ages: 8+)

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 9 $60 (NR: $65)

Build on the basics of karate with movement drills, form (kata) and noncontact sparring with added emphasis on concentration, confidence and the martial arts philosophy.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 12 • Days: Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu. Kingston Center Room 9 $80 (NR: $85)

Begins: Sept. 12 • 7-8 p.m.

Activity #: 190960603_04 Karate: Beginner Twice a Week (Ages: 8+)

Begins: Sept. 9 • 5-8 p.m.

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Wks: 6 • Classes: 12 • Days: Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu. Kingston Center Room 9 $80 (NR: $85)

Begins: Sept. 9 • 5:30-6 p.m.

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Build concentration and confidence with an emphasis on martial arts philosophy while learning karate basics, movement drills, kata (forms) and non-contact sparring.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Tue. Kingston Center Room 9 $60 (NR: $65)

You’ll dig this tasty Halloween activity!

Create a scary graveyard scene that is completely edible using cookies and a brownie base.

Deepen levels of concentration and confidence, while emphasizing martial Oct. 23 • 6:30-7:30 p.m. arts philosophy and learning more Activity #: 191020701_03 advanced movements drills, kata (form) Kids in the Kitchen and non-contact sparring.

(Ages: 6-8) Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 9 $45 (NR: $50)

Begins: Sept. 9 • 6-7 p.m.

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Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Kingston Center Room 9 $45 (NR: $50)

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Kingston Center Room 9 $60 (NR: $65)

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 9 $60 (NR: $65) Begins: Sept. 12 • 5-6 p.m.

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Learn to read recipes, practice basic kitchen safety and use proper cooking techniques while creating delicious dishes using fruits of the season.

Recipes are combined into personal cookbooks.

Wks: 3 • Classes: 3 • Day: Thu. Gantz Farmhouse $40 (NR: $45) Begins: Oct. 3 • 6-7:30 p.m.

No class: Oct. 10 Activity #: 191020701_01 Pickles!

(Ages: 5-9) Fill jars with tasty refrigerator pickles you make yourself in dill and sweet flavors. Safe knife skills are emphasized.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Gantz Farmhouse $12 (NR: $14) Oct. 9 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

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Begins: Sept. 10 • 7-8 p.m.

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

Registration

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Adult Intro to TRX Fitness (Ages: 13+) Whether a beginner or just in search of a good workout, focus on mastering TRX fundamental movements for a total-body exercise experience. Bring a water bottle and mat.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 5 $35 (NR: $40) Begins: Sept. 12 • 6-6:45 p.m.

Activity #: 190940907_01 TRX Fitness (Ages: 13+) Experience total-body training by combining TRX with functional fitness movements in a circuit style workout.

Bring water bottle and mat.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 5 $35 (NR: $40)

Strong by Zumba® (Ages: 18+)

Combine high intensity interval training (HIIT) with music, syncing moves with dance music in a way that pushes all fitness levels past Begins: Oct. 10 • 6-7 p.m. perceived limits, reaching fitness Activity #: 191040307_01 goals faster using body weight to improve muscular endurance, tone Rev+Flow and definition. Bring a mat. Led by (Ages: 18+) Dana Olshefski. Visit facebook.com/ All fitness levels are invited to join a judgment-free class with easy-to-follow GroveCityZumbawithDanaO or call 614-595-8130. moves that work! This low-impact Weekly strength workout sculpts muscles and burns fat while increasing balance and Evans Center Auditorium flexibility. Bring a mat and light weights $8 per class (optional). Led by Theresa Wahl.

Thu. • 6:30-7:30 p.m.

More info at facebook.com/groups/ Drop in REFITwithTheresa. Not sure if it’s for you? Come to the free preview Sept. 4.

Zumba® Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Auditorium Free “Try Me” Class

Sept. 4 • 7:15-8:15 p.m.

Activity #: 190940311_01 Wks: 3 • Classes: 3 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $15 (NR: $17) Begins: Sept. 11 • 7:15-8:15 p.m.

Activity #: 190940311_02 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $20 (NR: $22) Begins: Oct. 2 • 7:15-8:15 p.m.

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(Ages: 18+)

Incorporate international music and cardio-based dance movements into dynamic workouts with easy-to-follow steps that sculpt and strengthen. Led

by Dana Olshefski. Visit facebook.com/ GroveCityZumbawithDanaO or call 614-595-8130.

Weekly Evans Center Auditorium $5 per class Sat. • 10:15-11:15 a.m.

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Line Dance (Ages: 18+) Beginner and 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 • Day: Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $18 (NR: $20) Begins: Sept. 3 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Activity #: 190940202_01 Wks: 4 • Classes: 4 • Day: Tue. Evans Center Auditorium $18 (NR: $20) Begins: Oct. 1 • 7-8:30 p.m.

No class: Oct. 29 Activity #: 191040202_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 basic moves in the first set of lessons, then build on those fundamentals.

Couple and singles welcome!

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

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Yoga Monday (Ages: 18+)

Bay Garland (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.

Create a bay leaf garland interspersed with cinnamon sticks and apple slices for a great decorative touch to drape over a mirror or a window treatment in your home for fall.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Mon. Evans Center Auditorium $34 (NR: $39)

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Gantz Farmhouse $15 (NR: $17)

Begins: Sept. 16 • 6-7 p.m.

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Oct. 1 • 7-8 p.m.

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Yoga Wednesday (Ages: 18+) Learn to relax the body and calm the mind, melting 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. Toni Weeks, registered yoga instructor, leads.

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $34 (NR: $39) Begins: Sept. 18 • 6-7 p.m.

Activity #: 190940301_02 ART Workshop (Ages: 14+) Create an 11x14-inch mixed-media piece of artwork featuring paint with interest and dimension added by incorporating techniques such as collage, stencils, gelatos, stamps and more. Themes are nature in September and fall in October.

Hot Spice Pads (Ages: 18+) Fill a set of four mug mats with fragrant spices that will warm from the heat of your tea mug, releasing a pleasing scent in your home.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Gantz Farmhouse $10 (NR: $12) Oct. 15 • 7-8 p.m.

Activity #: 191040410_02 Make Ahead Herbal Christmas Gifts (Ages: 18+) Handmade herbal foods and crafts make wonderful and personal holiday gifts, so get a head start on your gift giving. Make a jam, an infused vinegar and a scented dream pillow in class to take home along with ideas and recipes for more. Mary Jane LaLonde instructs.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Gantz Farmhouse $25 (NR: $30) Oct. 21 • 6:30-8 p.m.

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ART Workshop: Nature (Ages: 14+)

Green Natural Dye (Ages: 18+) Green is all around us, but it is a hard color to achieve with natural dyes. Experiment with several plants to create our best green. Bring a prewashed, white T-shirt to dye and take home. Mary Jane LaLonde instructs.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Gantz Farmhouse $18 (NR: $20) Sept. 18 • 6:30-8 p.m.

Activity #: 190940410_01 Easy as Pie! (Ages: 18+) Don’t let the thought of making a pie overwhelm you: learn skills and tricks to make pie baking enjoyable. Prepare a pie to take home to bake.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Gantz Farmhouse $20 (NR: $24) Sept. 24 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Activity #: 190940701_01 Pumpkin! Pumpkin!

(Ages: 18+) Pumpkins aren’t just for carving, pies and decorating: used them as an ingredient in many different foods to incorporate into your autumn meals.

Make and sample a variety of dishes featuring this versatile squash.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Gantz Farmhouse $20 (NR: $24) Oct. 22 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Activity #: 191040701_01

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $30 (NR: $35) Sept. 12 • 7-8:30 p.m.

Activity #: 190930402_01 ART Workshop: Fall (Ages: 14+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Kingston Center Room 2 $30 (NR: $35) Oct. 10 • 7-8:30 p.m.

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Karate: Grove City offers Karate classes for ages 8 through adult.

See pages 7-8.

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

The Evans Center hosts monthly support meetings.

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55+ Transportation Program (Ages: 55+) Transportation services are provided to Grove City/Jackson Township residents for Grove City-area destinations.

Members can receive transportation to grocery stores, banks or medical appointments. The buses provide nondriving members with transportation to and from Center activities. One bus is equipped with wheelchair lifts, but all participants must be able to board the bus without assistance from the driver. Schedule an appointment at least three days in advance including for Evans Center outings: call 9 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday.

Please be patient! We keep our buses busy. Transportation is canceled when SWCSD is closed for inclement weather.

Please note: bus drivers no longer accept payments on the bus.

Daily $2 per trip Mon.-Fri. • Call to schedule Schedule appointment (at least 3 days before): 614-277-1066 LifeCare Alliance Lunch Program (Ages: 60+)

Meals on Wheels: Volunteer to Help a Needy Neighbor (Ages: 18+) 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 on Wheels 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 Call LifeCare Alliance Volunteer Services: 614-437-2859.

Computer Lab (Ages: 55+)

Enjoy a nutritious, hot lunch five days a week at the Evans Center. The daily menu is listed in the local newspapers and at the Center. Call one day in advance to make a reservation. Van transportation is available and must be requested. Prepackaged cold, vegetarian and hot served meals are available daily.

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 $2

Mon.-Fri. • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Mon.-Fri. • 11:45 a.m.

Call LifeCare Alliance Meals on Wheels (at least 1 day before): 614-278-3152

Registration

Online, phone and office registration begins Mon., Aug. 26 www.GroveCityOhio.gov

Daily Evans Center Free with registration

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.

Register with the Evans Center

Alzheimer’s Support Group (Ages: 18+) 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.

Drop in Parkinson’s Disease Support (Ages: 18+) Parkinson’s Foundation Ohio offers support, sharing information about living with Parkinson’s disease, what families should know and resources available to patients and loved ones.

Open to community members living with Parkinson’s and their loved ones.

Monthly Evans Center Free 3rd Wed. • 1-2 p.m.

Drop in 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.

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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.

Drop in 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+)

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

Join the Jackson Township Fire Department to learn about the new CARES community paramedic program. Monthly Engage in a Q&A session and receive Evans Center blood pressure and sugar checks and Free medication reviews.

3rd Wed. • 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Monthly Drop in Evans Center Free Guardian Angel Home Health Care Blood Pressure Screening 1st Wed. • 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

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

Monthly Evans Center Free

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2nd Wed. • 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

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Ceramics Class (Ages: 55+) Join Nancy Ritter for camaraderie and fine arts. Bring your greenware projects; paint and brushes are provided.

Weekly Evans Center Classroom Wed. • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Drop in Book Club (Ages: 55+) Join other avid readers to discuss a book of your choice as the group shares their literary experiences from the previous month. A great way to be introduced to books you might not discover on your own. Adrian Jahn leads.

Monthly Evans Center Classroom Free 2nd Wed. • 2-3 p.m.

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Bead Class (Ages: 55+) Join Linda Miller to make unique beaded decorations including fun holiday themes while building friendships. Choose your own projects and pay the instructor for materials.

Weekly Evans Center Free Mon. • 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Drop in Vocal Chorus (Ages: 55+) New singers always are welcome to join this group of music lovers without auditioning. Carol Barnick directs.

Weekly Evans Center Free Fri. • 9 a.m.

Drop in Evans Center Art Guild (Ages: 55+) Share your talents and techniques with fellow artists, spending time with others interested in visual arts as you draw, paint or work in other media.

Bring your own supplies. Nancy Ritter and Jim Lawton lead.

Weekly Evans Center Classroom Free Fri. • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Drop in Wood Carving Group (Ages: 55+) Looking for a fun, relaxing hobby?

Try woodcarving! Learn the basics of wood and tool selection, safety and sharpening, design and blank preparation, and some finishing. All experience levels welcome. Loaner tools and beginner projects available.

Gary Gardner leads.

Weekly Evans Center Free Tue. • 2-3 p.m.

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Computer Class (Ages: 55+) Do you feel lost when you try to send an email, register online for classes or navigate the web, but feel you are missing out on opportunities? Becky Wollard is providing one-on-one instruction. Visit the front desk for information and details on scheduling.

By appointment Evans Center Free Call 614-277-1060 to discuss appointment times.

Holiday Craft Bazaar: Seeking Vendors (Ages: 18+) The holidays may seem a long way off, but we are already making plans.

Reserve an eight-foot table and two chairs to sell or promote your products for our event on Saturday, Nov. 2.

Reservations began Aug. 12. Space is limited; so don’t wait! Stop in the Evans Center for an application. $25 per table Aug. 12 Call 614-277-1060 Farmers’ Market (Ages: 55+)

White Elephant Sale (Ages: 55+) Paul Miller hosts a White Elephant Sale benefiting LifeCare Alliance on weekdays. Don’t miss this mammoth opportunity to donate items you don’t need from your trunk while discovering new treasures others don’t need.

Wks: 3 • Days: Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Sept. 9 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Drop in Photo Fundraiser (Ages: 55+) A professional studio portrait is a great holiday present for friends and family.

Mike Lape lends his photographic skills for a quality image available in two 5x7 and eight 2x3 prints. Proceeds support the LifeCare Alliance Meals Program at the Evans Center. Bring $5 day of event.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Oct. 2 • 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Activity #: 191059704_01 Senior Club Pancake Breakfast (Ages: 55+)

Join the Grove City Senior Club for a hearty pancake breakfast to kick off the The farm comes to the Evans Center during peak growing season! Hoffman’s week.

Farm Market offers fresh-picked Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Mon. produce in front of the Evans Center.

Evans Center Multipurpose Room Cash, credit and Senior Farmers’ Market Sept. 16 • 8:30-10:30 a.m. coupons (administered through the Drop in Ohio Department of Aging) accepted.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Parking Lot Sept. 4 • 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Drop in Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Parking Lot Oct. 2 • 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

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Medicare Resource Fair (Ages: 55+) Open enrollment for the Medicaid program, the federal health insurance program for ages 65 and older, is right around the corner. Be ready to make informed decisions regarding medical and prescription plans from health plan representatives who provide information and answer questions about Medicare plans and services including Medical Mutual, Humana, MediGold, Care Source, United Healthcare and Clear Path advisors.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Auditorium Free Oct. 11 • 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Drop in Lunch & Learn Advance Planning (Ages: 55+) Advance planning of funeral or cremation services is a gift you give your loved ones. Tami Washington with Newcomer Cremations, Funerals and Receptions walks you through the planning process, highlighting its value.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Sept. 12 • 1-2 p.m.

Activity #: 190950810_01 Medicare Advantage vs Medicare Supplement (Ages: 55+) Don Robinson leads an information session on Medicare Parts A and B, and outlines what makes someone a good candidate for Advantage or supplemental plans. Includes coffee and dessert.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Sept. 18 • 1-2 p.m.

Activity #: 190950810_02

Registration

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Memory Issues: What’s Normal, and What’s Not! (Ages: 55+) Certified Senior Advisor Cindy Paige helps you understand memory issues: the normal signs of aging, concerning symptoms of dementia and more.

Learn the latest trends in caring for someone with dementia, caring for yourself, and what Memory Care is exactly. Bring your questions and your sense of humor as we dive into a subject that worries everyone.

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

Activity #: 191050810_01 Consumer Protections: Utilities (Ages: 55+) Ohio’s residential utility consumer advocate, the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel, presents information on consumer rights and utility-related protections including how to guard yourself from unscrupulous sales practices, identify scams and fraud, and effectively say no to those selling unnecessary goods and services.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Free Sept. 26 • 10-11 a.m.

Drop In Yoga for Seniors (Ages: 55+) Reap the benefits of yoga in a class designed especially for seniors. Toni Weeks instructs.

Chair Stretch (Ages: 55+) Dealing with arthritis or joint pain?

Join in exercises 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 two pound weights.

Wks: 4 • Classes: 8 • Days: Mon., Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $15 Begins: Sept. 4 • 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Activity #: 190950302_01

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

Wks: 4 • Classes: 7 • Days: Mon., Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $15

Begins: Sept. 24 • 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

No class: Oct. 22 Activity #: 190950301_01

Begins: Oct. 7 • 9:30-10:15 a.m.

No class: Oct. 14 Activity #: 191050302_01

Wks: 6 • Classes: 6 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Auditorium $22 Begins: Sept. 26 • 9-10 a.m.

No class: Oct. 24 Activity #: 190950301_02

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

Wks: 4 • Classes: 8 • Days: Mon., Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $15 Begins: Sept. 4 • 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Activity #: 190950303_01 Wks: 4 • Classes: 7 • Days: Mon., Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $15 Begins: Oct. 7 • 10:30-11:30 a.m.

No class: Oct. 14 Activity #: 191050303_01 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 • Day: Wed. Evans Center Auditorium $22 Begins: Oct. 16 • 2-3 p.m.

Activity #: 191050309_01 Halloween Party (Ages: 55+) Get decked out in your best fun or scary Halloween costume and enjoy great food, fun and fabulous entertainment with the Ron Retzer Trio.

Lunch Bunch & Supper Club (Ages: 55+) Travel to local restaurants without the hassle of driving. Let us provide the transportation from the Center right to the restaurant door, so you can enjoy the companionship of new and old friends as you dine at central Ohio eateries for lunch (on your own).

Lunch Bunch: Brio (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Departs the Evans Center $5 Sept. 17 • 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Activity #: 190950802_01 Lunch Bunch: Hale’s Ales & Kitchen (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Departs the Evans Center $5 Oct. 17 • 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Activity #: 191050802_01 Supper Club: The Whitney House (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Departs the Evans Center $5 Sept. 3 • 4-8 p.m.

Activity #: 190950802_02 Supper Club: Beer Barrel Pizza & Grill (Ages: 55+)

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Evans Center Auditorium $15

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Departs the Evans Center $5

Oct. 24 • 5:30-8 p.m.

Activity #: 191050808_01

Sept. 26 • 4-8 p.m.

Activity #: 190950802_03 Supper Club: Claudiana Italian (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Mon. Departs the Evans Center $5

Supper Club: bd’s Mongolian Grill (Ages: 55+) Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Departs the Evans Center $5 Oct. 30 • 4-8 p.m.

Activity #: 191050802_03 Friday Flicks (Ages: 55+) Enjoy a variety of films on the big projector screen with friends while enjoying popcorn.

Friday Flick: Leave No Trace (Ages: 55+) (2018 PG) A veteran with PTSD and his teenage daughter spend years living off the grid in a public park before social services intervenes to integrate them back into society. As the girl begins to connect to society, her dad is drawn back into the wild, urging her to return with him.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Auditorium Free Sept. 6 • 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Activity #: 190950804_01 Friday Flick: Green Book (Ages: 55+) (2018 PG-13) An African-American classical pianist employs an ItalianAmerican as a driver and bodyguard for his tour in 1962. The mismatched pair set aside differences to survive and thrive as they face dangerous bigotry as well as humanity and humor from unexpected sources while navigating the Deep South relying on the “Negro Motorist Green Book” to find safe places to stay.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Auditorium Free Oct. 4 • 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Activity #: 191050804_01

Oct. 7 • 4:30-8 p.m.

Activity #: 191050802_02

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Villa Milano: Divas of the ’70s (Ages: 55+) This tribute show will bring back memories of your favorite ladies of the ’70s and their songs. Be amazed as you relive the special moments that Barbara Streisand, Tina Turner, Aretha Franklin and others created on stage.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Departs the Evans Center $60 Sept. 11 • 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Activity #: 190950801_01 Der Dutchman: Floyd Cramer (Ages: 55+) Floyd Cramer’s distinctive piano style lives on in the hearts of countless fans and through the music of his grandson, Jason, who began playing at 5. He now tours the US playing a heartwarming tribute to his grandfather. Enjoy the show, lunch and shopping in the extensive gift shop and bakery at Der Dutchman.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Departs the Evans Center $57 Oct. 9 • 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Activity #: 191050807_03 Eldorado Casino (Ages: 55+) Enjoy a few hours of gaming time with your center friends and hop on the Grove City minibus to be dropped at the racino door. Seniors can take advantage of half-priced buffet meals and a $20 free-play incentive.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Departs the Evans Center $5 Sept. 4 • 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Activity #: 190950807_02 Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Wed. Departs the Evans Center $5 Oct. 16 • 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Activity #: 191050807_02

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Amish Tour (Ages: 55+) Back by popular demand: travel back in time through Berlin and Walnut Creek, Ohio. Relax and enjoy a perfect fall trip with shopping, lunch and a stop at Heini’s Cheese Chalet.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Tue. Departs the Evans Center $15 Oct. 22 • 7:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

Activity #: 190950807_05 Snooty Fox (Ages: 55+) Cincinnati’s Snooty Fox consignment shops offer discounted shopping with plentiful choices of gently used designer clothing from thousands of consignors. Find stylish furniture, decorative items, jewelry, handbags and other accessories, outerwear, and women’s business, casual and specialoccasion selections. Includes morning coffee and mimosas, baked goods, boxed lunches, and dessert. Travel by minibus.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Thu. Departs the Evans Center $35

Game Day with the Staff (Ages: 55+) Join us for table-top gaming fun learning Rummikub, a game that combines elements of mahjong and rummy using tiles instead of cards.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Sept. 20 • 1-3 p.m.

Activity #: 190950808_02 Euchre (Ages: 55+) Gather with friends for a rousing afternoon of card playing. Bring a favorite snack to share.

Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Sept. 27 • 1-3 p.m.

Activity #: 190950805_01 Wks: 1 • Class: 1 • Day: Fri. Evans Center Multipurpose Room Free Oct. 25 • 1-3 p.m.

Activity #: 191050805_01

Sept. 19 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Activity #: 190950807_04

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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 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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Registration by FAX is accepted via Visa or MasterCard only and is treated as a mail-in priority. Fax: 614-277-3090 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.

• 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 • • • • • •

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• Scioto Meadows • Swearingen • Westgrove • Windsor

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A new open shelter is being added at Fryer Park behind Century Village. www.GroveCityOhio.gov

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