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Important Numbers Publishers Note Pet Friendly Places of Worship Youth Sports Leagues Dining Out Your Local Shopping Guide Wildlife Get to know Galena Westerville. It’s Just Right.

Stagecoaches & Sunbury Schools Golf Courses Delaware County Parks First Responders Park Who’s Got the Best Slice?

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I MPO RTAN T NU M B E R S DELAWARE COUNTY

Bureau of Motor Vehicles (740) 369-3552

Clerk of Courts (740) 833-2500

Delaware County (740) 833-2000

Delaware County Board of Elections (740) 833-2080

Delaware County Convention and Visitors Bureau (740) 368-4748

Fire Department Main Station – 301 (740) 203-1300

Jobs and Family Services (740) 833-2300

Police Department (740) 203-1111

Sheriff’s Department (740) 833-2800

HOSPITALS AND URGENT CARE

Clerk of Courts (740) 965-2684

Delaware County Convention and Visitors Bureau 1-888-DEL-OHIO

Delaware County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) (740) 833-2190

General resources and information HelpLine Dial 2-1-1

Delaware General Health District (740) 368-1700

OhioHealth Grady Memorial Hospital (740) 615-1000

OhioHealth Urgent Care (740) 549-2700

The Ohio State University (800) 293-5123

SUNBURY / BIG WALNUT BSTG Fire District (Berkshire Sunbury Trenton Galena) (740) 965-3841 City of Sunbury (740) 965-2684

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Bureau of Motor Vehicles (614) 895-0258 City of Westerville (614) 901-6400

Clerk of Courts (614) 901-6400

Fire Division (614) 901-6600

Franklin County Board of Elections (614) 525-3100

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Delaware County Dog Kennel (740) 368-1915

Genoa Township (614) 895-1126 Otterbein University (614) 890-3000 Parks and Recreation (614) 901-6500

Police Division (614) 882-7444 Westerville Visitor and Convention Bureau (614) 794-0401

Fire Department (Village of Sunbury) (740) 965-5380 Police Department (740) 833-2800

HOSPITALS AND URGENT CARE Mount Carmel Rehabilitation Hospital (614) 392-3400 Mount Carmel St. Ann’s (380) 898-4000 Nationwide Children’s Close to Home (614) 355-8300 Nationwide Children’s Hospital (614) 776-5267

Porter-Kingston Fire District (740) 524-5050

Sunbury Police Department (740) 965-3946

Village of Galena (740) 965-2484

Northside Women’s Health (614) 865-7600

OhioHealth Westerville Medical Campus (614) 533-3000

Westerville Emergency Care Center (614) 533-3600

Westerville Endoscopy Center (614) 568-1666

Westerville Surgery Center (614) 355-6100 2021

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HIGHBANKS METRO PARK 9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N), Lewis Center This park’s name comes from the 100-foot-high shale bluffs that tower over the Olentangy State Scenic River. Pets are allowed at the park but not on the trails except for the designated 3.5-mile pet trail, which is an unimproved trail. Pets must be on leash, under control, and cleaned up after. This trail is closed when skiing conditions exist.

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We know how much dogs love to go to the park!

These parks have off-the-leash areas where your furry friends can really enjoy themselves.

You can help develop a dog’s positive behavior by letting them socialize, and perhaps you may even make a friend of your own.

BLENDON WOODS METRO PARK 4265 E. Dublin-Granville Rd., Columbus This park is listed as one of Ohio’s 80 Watchable Wildlife sites and is popular with bird-watchers. Pets are allowed at the park but not on the trails except for the designated 1.2-mile Pet Trail called the Goldenrod Trail. Pets must be on leash, under control and cleaned up after.

To adopt a dog or a cat, please be sure to visit:

DELAWARE COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY 4920 State Route 37 E, Delaware

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ALUM CREEK STATE PARK 3615 S. Old State Rd., Delaware This 4,600-acre park features a large reservoir and rolling fields and woodlands. Dogs are allowed at this park including on the 9.5 miles of hiking trails and in the campgrounds but not in the water or on the beach.

Pets must be on a 6-foot or less leash, cleaned up after, and are not allowed inside any buildings.

DELAWARE STATE PARK

5202 US 23 N., Delaware This park features a reservoir, woodlands and meadows. Dogs are allowed at this park including on the 7 miles of hiking trails and in the campgrounds. While they are not allowed at the swim beach, dogs can go into the water outside the buoy area.

Pets must be leashed, cleaned up after and are not allowed inside any buildings.

LOCAL TIP Rocky Fork Ridge Metro Park is a hidden gem for: there are nice fountains for the dogs, shade

Ask us about our Puppy preschool and All Day Play Day

for the humans, large dog and small dog area, and it’s usually grass not mud!

- Jackie K. (Westerville Resident)

WESTERVILLE BARK PARK 708 Park Meadow Rd., Westerville Here are 1-acre and 2-acre fenced areas for large dogs, and a 1-acre small dog area at this off-leash site. It also has agility stations, a water hydrant, benches, drinking fountains for hound and human, and a Port-a-John. Dogs must be sociable, current on all vaccinations and license, and under their owner’s control at all times. Dogs must be leashed when not in designated off-lead areas.

INNISWOOD METRO GARDENS 940 S. Hempstead Rd., Westerville While dogs are not allowed at the gardens, they are allowed on the designated Pet Trail called the Chipmunk Chatter Trail. The trail is located near the North Street entrance, off Sunbury Road. Pets must be on leash, under control and cleaned up after.

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WESTERVILLE CHURCHES American Baptist Church Westerville 490 Glenacre Dr. (614) 890-3653

Church Of Jesus Christ Of LDS 307 Huber Village Blvd.

(614) 891-4354

Blendon Community Fellowship 4481 E. Dublin Granville Rd. (614) 890-6644

Church Of The Messiah 51 N. State St. (614) 882-2167

Calvary Apostolic Church 2551 W. Schrock Rd. (614) 901-9999 Calvary Bible Baptist Church 119 N. Cleveland Ave. (614) 891-1250

Church-The Master United 24 N. Grove St. (614) 882-2153 Church The Saviour United 11239 Fancher Rd. (614) 775-1232

Canvas Church 939 S. State St. (614) 565-9488

Columbus Eastwood Seventh-Day 6400 S. Sunbury Rd. (614) 890-1777

Central College Presbyterian 975 S. Sunbury Rd. (614) 882-2347

Community United Church Of Christ 770 County Line Rd. (614) 882-7056

Chapel North 5325 Smothers Rd. (614) 890-1661

Cornerstone Community 233 S. State St. (614) 776-4171

Christian Life Church-Westerville 425 N. Spring Rd. (614) 794-2529

Discover Our Africa 3525 Brewton Dr. (614) 556-0966

Church Of Christ 74 S. Spring Rd. (614) 882-1900

Faith Covenant Church 3607 Dempsey Rd. (614) 865-0791 FBC Westerville 104 S. Spring Rd. (614) 882-4274

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First Presbyterian Church 41 W. College Ave. (614) 882-3155 Genoa Baptist Church 7562 Lewis Center Rd. (740) 965-5548 God’s Overcomers Church Of Jesus 11050 Fancher Rd. # 60 Grace Brethren Church Columbus Oh 8724 Olde Worthington Rd. Grace Chapel Community Church 7798 Big Walnut Rd. (614) 891-1157 Grace Church Of Christ 8060 Harlem Rd. (614) 523-3883 Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church 100 E. Schrock Rd. (614) 882-3026 Grace Fellowship Church – Westerville 3475 Paris Blvd.

(614) 890-0078 Grace Polaris 8225 Worthington Galena Rd. (614) 888-7733 Greater Europe Mission 8692 Olde Worthington Rd. (719) 488-8008

Heritage Christian Church 7413 Maxtown Rd. (614) 898-9412

St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church 30 E. College Ave. (614) 882-2706

Hope Church 75 E. Schrock Rd. (614) 882-7515

St. Paul Lutheran Church 4686 E. Walnut St. (614) 882-7601

Journey Church 336 Circle Ct. (614) 353-0261 Lifegiving Church 395 Sunbury Rd. (614) 891-9517 Lifepoint Church 401 E. Schrock Rd. (614) 840-0333 Northside Fellowship 6841 Freeman Rd. (614) 890-8985 Oasis City Church 975 Eastwind Dr. #190 (614) 776-4202 Providence Baptist Church 670 Meridian Way #153 (614) 899-7317 Quest Community Church 4877 Central College Rd. (614) 939-2100 St. Augustine’s Anglican Church 585 Westbury Woods Ct.

St. Paul The Apostle 313 N. State St. (614) 882-2109 St. Paul’s Church 61 Moss Rd. (614) 882-2109 Triumphant Church Of God 98 Commerce Park Dr. (614) 891-7558 Vineyard Columbus 6000 Cooper Rd. (614) 890-0000 Westerville Bible Church 2665 W. Schrock Rd. (614) 882-6233 Westerville Christian Church 471 E. College Ave. (614) 891-6842 Westerville Church-Nazarene 355 Cherrington Rd. (614) 882-2148 Westerville Free Will Baptist 630 N. State St. (614) 882-7231 2021

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SUNBURY CHURCHES City North Church 250 Rainbow Ave. (614) 392-8755

Hope Lutheran Church 15370 Meredith State Rd. (740) 965-1685

Olive Green Church Of Christ 12800 Olive Green Rd. (740) 524-3121

Condit Presbyterian Church 15102 Hartford Rd. (740) 965-2911

Journey Fellowship P.O. Box 215 (740) 965-2001

First Baptist Church 12259 N. Old 3c Rd. (740) 965-4325

Kicks Club Church 85 N. Columbus St. (740) 965-4257

St. John Neumann Catholic Church 9633 E. State Route 37 (740) 965-1358

Vans Valley Community Church 14440 E. State Route 37 (740) 965-3665

Gospel Light Baptist Church 35 S. Galena Rd. (740) 817-2597

Northgate Community Church 7097 E. State Route 37 (740) 369-6000

Sunbury Christian Church 870 Admiral Dr. (740) 965-3821

Vineyard Church DE County 1001 W. Cherry St. (740) 965-8888

Sunbury United Methodist Church 100 W. Cherry St. (740) 965-3813

Sunbury Nazarene Church 790 N. State Route 61 (740) 965-2760

LEWIS CENTER CHURCHES Adventure Church 5542 Columbus Pike # A (614) 396-9076

Life Family Church 5505 Sandy Dr. (614) 362-9797

All Shepherds Lutheran 6580 Columbus Pike (740) 548-0115

Lifepoint Church 7719 Graphics Way # B (614) 840-0333

Alum Creek Church Of Christ 6256 S. Old State Rd. (740) 548-0715

Northpointe Baptist Church 2515 Parklawn Dr. (614) 570-1302

Berlin Presbyterian Church 5175 S. Old State Rd. (740) 548-6856

Orange Friends Church 3467 E. Orange Rd. (740) 548-5819

Church At Polaris 2150 E. Powell Rd. (614) 436-1354

Sri Saibaba Temple Society 2596 Lewis Center Rd. (614) 799-8411

Grace Point Community Church 2393 Peachblow Rd. (740) 548-7718

St. Andrews Anglican Church 7521 S. Old State Rd. (740) 548-5112

Lewis Center United Methodist Church 1081 Lewis Center Rd. (740) 548-5549 2021

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YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES Olentangy Youth Athletic Association The Olentangy Youth Athletic Association (OYAA) is a recreational and travel sports association, based in the Southern Delaware County and found within the Olentangy School District. It’s dedicated to providing a safe, fun and healthy youth sports experience for the participant(s) that live within the Olentangy Local School District.

Website: www.oyaa.org Westerville Youth Leagues Westerville Community Center Recreational programs provide avenues for positive growth and development. Programs include but are not limited to: Tae Kwon Do, Pee-Wee basketball, Bantam basketball, High School basketball, Archery, Golf, as well as Tennis lessons.

Website: www.westerville.org WYBSL - Westerville The WYBSL is an organization that exists for the sole purpose of organizing, conducting, and supervising a recreational baseball and softball program in our community.

Website: wybsl@wybsl.org

LOCAL TIP

“The Goddard School has been helping our three children learn, play and grow for nearly seven years – infant to kindergarten. The teachers provide a great environment to allow the children to explore with science, music, art, reading, writing and even coding and chess.

Steve spends much time ensuring the facility is safe, clean and modern.

It is amazing when my children come home and share about experiments and hypothesis they want to explore or show me the newest letters they can write or books they can read. We are very happy with our decision to join the Goddard family lead by Steve Powell off Old Worthington Road, and encourage others to explore if it is a good fit for your family too.”

The Schmoll Family

Junior Football League of Westerville The Junior Football League of Westerville (JFLW), founded in 1967, is a non-profit organization established to introduce players grade 3 through 6 to the game of football. The Pony Division, comprised of 3rd and 4th Graders, is an introduction to basic football fundamentals and strategy. The Bronco Division, comprised of 5th and 6th Graders, continues skill and position development to prepare players for football at the middle school level.

Website: www.jflw.org

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LOCAL > YOUTH SPORTS Big Walnut Youth Sports The Big Walnut Youth Sports Association is a non-profit organization with the mission to unite all youth sports in our community. The Association will provide the best experience possible for families, and most importantly, for the players in the Big Walnut area.

Website: www.bigwalnutyouthsports.com i9 Sports To achieve our mission of helping kids succeed in life through sports, i9 Sports® provides a youth sports experience unlike any other, teaching the importance of good sportsmanship on the field and in life. We believe the value we provide must go far beyond the sport itself. It must be about more than the rules of the game. About more than who plays what position. About more than the score. While sport offerings vary by location, i9 Sports offers flag football, soccer, basketball, and baseball in hundreds of communities each week. Let us show you the difference the i9 Sports Experience makes!

Website: www.i9sports.com

Less emphasis on one sport specialization. The mission is to provide a player-focused soccer experience that helps young athletes grow physically, mentally and emotionally, while emphasizing our core beliefs of Character, Commitment and Community.

Website: www.olentangyunitedfc.com Galena ARC The Galena ARC has placed a great emphasis on improving health and wellness in the community.

Youth Sports Leagues and Clinics Galena Karate Club, Youth Archery + Tennis Clinics, Basketball, Basketball Clinic, Volleyball, Soccer, Baseball, Flag Football and Cheerleading.

Website: www.galenaarc.org

LOCAL TIP “Take advantage of all the parks! Each one is unique in its own way. Also, visit the splash pad behind the library in Uptown Westerville. A great attraction in the warm months, and sponsored by the Sunrise Rotary.” ~Aaron H.

Play Fanatics Flag Football Fanatics / Play Fanatics / Ohio Youth Connection is a non-profit youth organization that prides itself on providing a fun, safe, and positive atmosphere. WE ARE YOUR LOCAL YOUTH SPORTS ORGANIZATION, that was started in the Buckeye State. When registering your child for our organization your money stays in your LOCAL community. Everyone from referees, staff, volunteers, coaches and our founder is from right here in Ohio.

Website: playfanatics.com WASA - Westerville Amateur Soccer Association The Westerville Amateur Soccer Association (WASA) believes each player should have a place and appropriate level to play soccer. Our mission is to better develop each player and provide an appropriate level of competition for each child. In furthering this mission, WASA will continue to improve, grow and better serve the youth soccer community and its players, coaches, fans and parents.

Website: www.wasasoccer.org Olentangy United FC The mission of Olentangy United FC is to provide high-level training and instruction with reduced travel demands and fee structure.

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DINING OUT 101 Beer Kitchen 817 Polaris Pkwy, Westerville (614) 776-4775 101 Beer Kitchen is a Gastropub style restaurant built on a foundation of community and a strong sense of friendship and family. The name “101” represents the couple’s wedding anniversary, 10/1, & their brand identity: simple, back-to-basics approach to food, beer & the education thereof. Whether you’re looking for a meal, a beer, or a snack & camaraderie, 101BK is the perfect spot for residents & visitors alike.

Asterisk Supper Club 14 N. State St., Westerville (614) 776-4633 Throughout the years of prohibition, Westerville, Ohio was known for being the “Dry Capitol of the World.” In 1859, Westerville became one of the first American cities to prohibit the sale of alcohol. In 1913 the Anti-Saloon League of America, headquartered in Westerville, held a convention in Columbus to campaign against the consumption of alcohol. With the support of John D. Rockefeller, and others like him, the League succeeded in drafting and implementing

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the 18th Amendment of the Constitution of the United States, establishing prohibition. Megan Ada (owner) wanted to find a way to pull beauty from this rich history. She created Asterisk as a throwback tribute to when times were slower and when friends and neighbors would gather around the supper table. Eclectic atmosphere… Classic and classy afternoon tea… Comfort food menus… And stylish cocktails.

Barrel & Boar 8 N. State St., Westerville (614) 300-5014 Barrel & Boar BBQ Gastropub is a casual place for family and friends to enjoy finely crafted smoked meats, and southern cuisine in a warm rustic setting. Barrel & Boar features a collection of low country flavors designed with local craft beers and finely crafted cocktails.

The restaurant has a rustic design using metal, reclaimed barn wood, and antique lighting.

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LOCAL > DINING GUIDE Bru Burger Bar 691 N. Cleveland Ave., Westerville (614) 918-8680 Bru Burger Bar is a locally sourced, Chef driven, fromscratch burger concept.

With a major focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients, we pride ourselves on our unique delicious burgers.

Giammarco’s Pizza & Pasta 6030 Chandler Ct., Westerville (614) 895-8890 If you want to taste the finest Italian cooking with authentic Italian flair, Giammarco’s is the place to be. Voted the number one spaghetti and lasagna restaurant by the Columbus Dispatch, Giammarco’s offers freshly prepared dishes made to order. We use the finest and freshest available ingredients and our age-old family recipes.

Relax and enjoy a glass of your favorite wine or beer while we hand roll your pizza or stromboli or individually sauté your specialty entree. Our goal is to create a delicious and memorable dining experience that will keep you coming back again and again…bon appetit and enjoy!

Qdoba Mexican Eats 1055 Polaris Pkwy, Columbus (614) 842-4700 At QDOBA Mexican Eats, it’s all about flavor. From the unique ingredients, freshly prepared in-house throughout the day, to the friendly, dedicated employees, Qdoba brings flavor to the communities they serve. Qdoba think food is more flavorful when you start with the highest quality ingredients, so come in and try one of their easy to order, chefcrafted Signature Eats. Or create your own flavorful burrito, taco, burrito bowl, salad, quesadilla or nachos, topped off with their famous 3-Cheese Queso or hand-smashed guac, both free on all entrees at QDOBA.

Jimmy V’s Grill & Pub 1 South State Street, Westerville (614) 865-9090 Welcome to Jimmy V’s Grill & Pub! Offering age-old tradition and timeless recipes that have been passed down through generations, the restaurant successfully combines cuisine and atmosphere to create a dining experience that won’t soon be forgotten. The menu is vast and impressive showcasing both traditional specialties as well as modern adaptations. There is something here sure to tempt every palate; even the most discriminating of gourmets! No matter what the occasion calls for or your appetite demands, the friendly staff at Jimmy V’s Grill & Pub promises to make your next dining experience truly unforgettable.

Yabo’s Tacos 7097 State Rt. 3, Westerville (614) 212-4090 New American/Southwest Grill and Sports Bar; Yabos puts a playful, irreverent spin on your typical sports bar & grill atmosphere. They’re here for fun-loving people who want better, more creative food – served up with the big game on the side.

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LOCAL TIP “There are so many great local pizza places in our city. We love Taranto’s pizza off Polaris Parkway; thin crust is dad’s favorite and mom prefers the pan style! Or Pasquale’s on Shrock Rd; they even bring out some dough for your kids to let them make their own “pizza” while waiting for dinner to arrive. These are two wonderful mom-n-pop shops we highly recommend.” ~Bobby and Monica W.

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LOCAL > DINING GUIDE > CONTINUED Uptown Deli & Brew 41 N. State Street, Westerville (614) 891-2337 Uptown Deli and Brew opened in December 2014 and serves carefully crafted sandwiches, soups and salads as well as offering a market aspect with artisan meats, cheeses and breads. The deli is a modern interpretation of the old world market with European style patio seating viewing State Street.

Sunbury Grill 38 E. Cherry Street, Sunbury (740) 965-2900 A wonderful little diner on the square in Sunbury. It has recently become under new ownership with many family recipes.

Breakfast is served all day and there is a daily lunch special.

Great food at a great price!

Welcome Kenny White and family!

Schneider’s Bakery 6 S. State Street, Westerville (614) 882-6611 For over 64 years, Schneider’s Bakery has delivered the highest quality products at the lowest possible price to its customers. Their products are handcrafted and served fresh each day.

Service to the Westerville community is a top priority, making the bakery a favorite place to meet friends and neighbors and reminisce about our town’s treasured past. A rich part of Westerville’s history, folks have grown up enjoying Schneider’s baked goods and “every birthday cake” from Schneider’s!

Carfagna’s 1400 Gemini Place, Columbus (614) 848-4488 Carfagna’s is a tribute to their grandparents who founded Carfagna’s in 1937. To continue their legacy, we honor Grandpa’s innate business sense and his keen sensitivity to the needs and wants of the public, and we use the best ingredients and pay attention to quality as Nonna Maria did.

Authentic handmade dishes synonymous with Carfagna’s consistent quality; dishes that you can be proud to share with friends and family. Only the freshest ingredients are used in our handmade pastas, pizzas, dishes, and sauces.

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Jersey Mike’s Subs 5957 South Sunbury Rd, Westerville (614) 899-720 1489 Polaris Pkwy, Columbus (614) 433-0333 6464 Pullman Dr, Lewis Center (740) 201-8304 At Jersey Mike’s Subs, they are all about quality. What makes a Jersey Mike’s Sub so good? It’s the ingredients! High quality meats and cheese sliced in front of you, store baked bread, and the authentic taste – served Mike’s Way, fresh lettuce, onions, tomatoes, oil, vinegar and spices! Of course, everything is served with a smile. During the month of March, customers are invited to come into the restaurants and donate to a local charity partner. The campaign culminates in a nationwide event, Jersey Mike’s Day of Giving® on the last Wednesday of March, when 100% of the day’s sales are donated to the local partner charity.

Cheshire Market 5094 Cheshire Road, Galena (740) 548-6334 Cheshire Market is the best Pizza Restaurant in Galena Ohio. Since 1986, Cheshire Market has been providing a fun, casual environment serving great pizza, stromboli, salads, eight different types of subs, appetizers, garlic bread, wings, and more.

Shirley’s Popcorn 15 N. State St, Westerville (614) 800-4642 The reason you’re here...the treats! Shirley’s has some mouth-watering flavors that will excite your taste buds and make you smile, plus they’re adding new flavors all the time. That’s what makes a visit to Shirley’s so much fun.

Just Pies 736 Northfield Road #1, Westerville (614) 818-9300 Just Pies is a family-owned and operated bakeshop. Just Pies produces homemade pies from the finest, freshest ingredients daily. Just Pies offers over 35 different flavors and there is sure to be one that is “Just” right for you!

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LOCAL > DINING GUIDE Coppa Gelato 925 N. State Street, Westerville (614) 776-4092 Gelato (the Italian word for ice cream) is our specialty. We hand make it daily in our café using the freshest produce. Our mission is to provide our customers with the tastiest authentic Italian gelato available in North America! How so? We achieve this through strict adherence to the authentic Italian techniques of the gelato and pastry production. Our gelato is presented in a pristine display that reaches the level of art form with the dramatic employment of waves and garnishments. It is more than a production; it is a passionate, artistic devotion to crafting a culinary masterpiece that is fresh and delicious.

Meza Wine Shop 48 N State Street, Westerville (614) 259-3101 A neighborhood boutique wine shop specializing in unique and affordable wine from the US and around the globe.

Firehouse Tavern 38 S. Vernon Street, Sunbury (740) 965-2207 Firehouse Tavern opened its doors November of 2007. We are a family owned and operated restaurant. Having so many firemen as friends who are dear to our hearts, we decided to decorate and theme our tavern accordingly.

The Coffee Vault 9 W. Columbus St., Galena (740) 936-8116 The Coffee Vault is a family-owned and operated boutique coffeehouse located in the heart of charming Galena. The Coffee Vault is housed in the historic 1906 building, which originally was home to the Bank of Galena.

We like to think this is the place to come eat dinner with the family, meet the guys to catch a game, or simply stop and have one of our fourteen different beers on tap. We make most of our food from scratch the way it should be; from our wing sauces to our soups and even our dressings.

Oak Hill Barbeque 60 N. Columbus Street, Sunbury (740) 965-4BBQ A small, casual, local barbecue pit serving authentic, handmade food with daily specials available. Also offering full-service event catering.

Mi Sombrero 488 W. Cherry Street, Sunbury (740) 965-1313 Authentic Mexican Restaurant.

Drink and food specials daily and a lunch buffet.

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Claudiana Italian Restaurant 8475 Sancus Blvd, Columbus (614) 846-2236 Claudiana is a family owned Italian restaurant with a homestyle feel.

The atmosphere is comfortable, warm, and welcoming. At Claudiana, everything is prepared with great care and love. Our dishes are almost all homemade from scratch, and every single one is cooked to order so that when they arrive at your table, they are hot, fresh and delicious.

Yum-Ee Donut 14 S. Vernon Street, Sunbury (740) 965-4802 It’s TRULY a “donut shop” -- the kind you NEVER find anymore! And they have the BEST donuts EVER! Yum-Ee Donuts offers quite a variety of donuts and it tends to be a VERY popular “spot” with the “locals”... Many times when we walk in, there will be people sitting along the counter chatting away -- gives you a real “Midwestern small town feeling”! The donuts are ALWAYS “melt in your mouth” fresh & soft!

Wah Yuen Restaurant 36 S Vernon St, Sunbury (740) 965-3060 Located in the charming Sunbury square and serving the community for 40 years and counting, we offer delicious Chinese food for dine-in or carry-out.

Sapporo Sushi Factory 732 N State Street, Westerville (614) 895-7575 Great-tasting sushi creations combine the best of eastern and western flavors and authentic Thai selections which come from family recipes meticulously curated and perfected over several generations.

The Coffee Vault is a destination for friends and family to gather and enjoy quality gourmet coffee or tea in a relaxed and comfortable environment. The Coffee Vault provides a variety of made to order specialty coffee beverages, breakfast sandwiches, bagels, muffins, and scones.

Cardinal Pizza 10 E Main Street., Westerville (614) 423-8717 Nestled in the heart of uptown, Cardinal Pizza meets your needs for a non-chain local pizza joint.

Strong sauce, plentiful pepperoni and the subs are large and loaded. Staff is always pleasant, atmosphere is amazing. Full service bar for dine in and carry out.

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UPTOWN WESTERVILLE SHOPPING AND RETAIL MERCHANTS Uptown Westerville is a quaint and vibrant shopping and residential district in Westerville, Ohio.

A Gal Named Cinda Lou 20 N. State / (614) 776-1409 ‘50s, ‘60s, ‘70s mid-century fun

Dance Wear Too 59 S. State St. A / (614) 794-3222 Boutique dancewear shoppe

Amish Originals 38 N. State St. / (614) 891-6257 Heirloom quality furniture

David Myers Art Studio & Gallery 7 W. Main / (614) 288-4961 Original art, Commissions, Prints and Cards by David Myers and Regional Artists

Atattooed 16 S. State St. / (614) 392-2304 Full-service body art salon and jewelry A Twist on Olives 44 N. State / (614) 823-8800 Imported olive oils and Balsamic vinegars Blue Turtle Tea & Spice at Uptown on Main 64 E. Main –500 feet East of State (614) 890-2400 / Tea, spices and candy Captivating Canines 12 E. Main / (614) 882-8863 Toys, treats, food, collectibles for dogs and cats Columbus Running Company 50 N. State / (614) 523-2377 Athletic shoes, clothing and accessories

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Déjà vu 11 N. State / (614) 890-1150 Ladies’ fine consignment Governors Cigar Lounge 33 E. College / (614) 392-2303 Smoking lounge with beverages

Morgan’s Treasure Custom Jewelry 31 N. State / (614) 882-4401 Bridal sets, custom jewelry, diamonds, repairs My Cousin’s Cottage 16 E. College / (614) 899-6110 Furniture and home accessories on consignment Mystic Nirvana Stoner House / (614) 948-5088 Gift shop with spirituality focus.

Naturally Curious Kids 13 E. College / (614) 568-8590 Imaginative toys for kids

Grandfather Clock Company 8 E. Main / (614) 895-7420 Clocks, repairs and gifts Green Haven Living 20 W. Main St. / (614) 400-5779 Eco-friendly home furnishings and gifts Megan Lee Designs 20-22 E. College Ave. / (773) 459-0380 Hand silkscreened T-shirts and more, all featuring Megan’s designs.

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Ohio Art Market 30 N. State St., Westerville, Ohio 43081 / (614) 882-1015 Handcrafted goods and artwork made right here in Ohio Rising Moon 19 E. College / (614) 882-1336 Custom apparel including screen printing, embroidery, vinyl work, and spirit wear The Cabinet Maker 6 N. State / (614) 942-6173 Handcrafted cabinets The Sign Shop at Stoner House 133 S. State St., Suite 102 (614) 394-8266 Handcrafted projects for the home, made for you, by you.

Uptown Pharmacy 23 N. State. St./ (614) 882- 2392 Local pharmacy

LOCAL TIP “Check out 4th Friday in Uptown Westerville, it’s a great way to experience local shops, food, and the kids can even get in the fire trucks and police cars. Our son LOVES sitting in the fire truck.”

- Denise H.

Westerville Bike Shop 29 W. Main / (614) 891-5654 A small, honest bike shop POLARIS FASHION PLACE 1400 Polaris Pkwy. polarisfashionplace.com Polaris Fashion Place is Central Ohio’s premier shopping destination, offering market-exclusive brands and locally owned specialty shops to more than two million locals and tourists alike.

Polaris Fashion Place also hosts more than 75 events a year, including Polaris Live, KidX Club, Mommy Mile, the Easter Bunny and Santa Photo Set. This shopping destination is home to more than 190 national and local retail, dining and entertainment options. A dynamic offering of things to do along with things to buy keeps guests engaged and returning often.

TANGER OUTLET MALL 400 S. Wilson Rd., Sunbury tangeroutlet.com Optimize your shopping experience by browsing online to plan which of the numerous name-brand stores you want to visit first. You may want to stop by Shopper Services when you first arrive to pick up your Savings Coupon Book. Wear your walking shoes to enjoy your shopping marathon!

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BIG FIVE

By Jim Lane, Westerville Resident

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The African Big Five are the primary goal of safari trekkers to Africa. The lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo make up the big five.

Thinking about this group I wondered what would be the Central Ohio Big Five? Here is my answer.

It includes the biggest, rarest, most boss creatures Central Ohio sports. It goes without saying that this is MY list.

Your list may vary.

THE LIST

American Bison (Bison bison) | White-Tailed Deer (Odocoileus virginianus) | Coyote (Canis Latrans) Snapping Turtle (Chelydra serpentina) | Osprey (Pandion Haliaetus) 20 BeLocal

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The American bison is only just extant today in Central Ohio. There is a herd that lives in the Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park. There really cannot be any arguing that this one belongs on the list. It is the North American version of the cape buffalo. A massive beast that dwarfs even large domesticated farm animals, these beasts are scary powerful and easily defend themselves against any lone predator. These images were captured at Battelle Darby Creek in a couple of different seasons.

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The white-tailed deer is the next largest wild animal we host in Central Ohio. I can’t imagine that anyone who lives here in Central Ohio for any length of time has not seen a wild deer. They make the list because of their mass and because a big five list would be incomplete without them. You can see more of these in backyards, golf courses and public parks across Central Ohio. While white tails are not generally threatening, again, they can hold their own against most threats. Particularly threats they are likely to encounter here in Central Ohio.

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COYOTE

The coyote is the next smaller species on the list. It beats out other canids like the fox since it is harder to see in the wild. The are more common than they seem, but they are excellent stealth masters and avoid humans for the most part. The are some areas in Central Ohio where they are almost routinely seen as the become more accustomed to human activity. Personally, I welcome them, although I understand they come with tradeoffs. I like their appetite for Canada geese which have attained weed status in several areas across Central Ohio. These animals are again, more than prepared to defend themselves and indeed to go on the offensive and hunt most other species in Central Ohio. Because they hunt in pairs rather than in packs, they could not bring down a bison or a healthy adult buck, anything else, they probably can and have predated.

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The snapping turtle may surprise some, but I felt we should have a reptile on here and the formidable snapping turtle is certainly close to, if not at the top of the reptile list in terms of mass and habitat dominance. The are a challenge to find and capture on film, but if you know where they are, it can be done. They are certainly formidable. While the urban legend of them snapping broom sticks is probably exaggerated, a finger would not be too much for them to bit off. I suspect they are responsible for a fair amount of predation on waterfowl chicks on ponds, where they could attack, unseen, from below. These were mostly photographed in wild areas in a neighborhood setting in and around June when the females come out of the water to lay eggs in a sandy nest.

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The osprey, while not obvious is the next choice. The trumpeter swan has more mass and certainly IS formidable, especially if you approach when they are caring for cygnets.

However, in my experience, ospreys are harder to find, perhaps due to their size, perhaps due to their habitat choice which is wooded areas near open water. And the osprey wins on the formidable scale since it is a predator and the swan is an herbivore. The osprey’s specialized feet and talons, ability to see into the water with special eye lids and ability to see polarized light make it the winner in the bald eagle matchup. Also, ospreys seem to be able to take advantage of a wider variety of habitats. Bald eagles need fairly deep water, but I have seen ospreys dive from 50-100 feet up into a shallow pond and pull out a good sized carp, seemingly to weigh almost as much as the bird itself.

RUNNERS UP Here’s a concise list of the near misses for the Big Five list with the reasoning for each outlined. › Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias) – Bald Eagle and Osprey rarer › Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) – Osprey rarer and more impressive stats › Red-Tailed Hawk (Buteo jamaicensis) – Bald Eagle and Osprey bigger and rarer › Trumpeter Swan (Cygnus buccinator) – tough call… could replace heron › Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes) – Coyote is bigger and rarer › Wild Boar (Sus scrofa) – Not in Central Ohio …yet THE CODE …

MORE WHAT YOU’D CALL ‘GUIDELINES’ THAN ACTUAL RULES. So how did I tally the winners? The following is my list of criteria for making the list. While I would go to the mat for the top three entries, I understand there could be alternative choices for the final two. Here are the criteria I used to assess which species should make the list and which would have to wait for next year: › Bigger is better – It IS the big five › Rarer is better – just finding the African Big Five is tough › Formidable – the African Big Five are dangerous, hunting them on foot was very perilous › Must be extant – no dinosaurs or saber tooth tigers › The zoo is out of bounds – should be obvious, the zoo will be another article › Ties broken on stats – more impressive animals win › Animal kingdom only – other big fives like plants and fungi will be later… maybe Central Ohio only – the black bear, wolf and feral pig make the Ohio list but not Central Ohio

Jim Lane, Wildlife Photographer, Explorer Jim Lane is an American wildlife photographer, naturalist and author who has contributed to an appreciation of wildlife and the natural world immediately around us. His view of the world zooms out to sweeping natural sunrises and zooms in to reveal the detail on a bird’s plumage. While he has been to remote locales such as Galapagos and the Caribbean, he is also known for his dozens of photographic articles on wildlife you do not have to travel to appreciate. His art graces homes across the country and you can find it @jblane001 on Instagram

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GET TO KNOW

GALENA! Photos courtesy of Galena Historic Foundation

Galena sits at the confluence of the Little and Big Walnut Creeks, the headwaters of Hoover Reservoir, just north of Columbus, Ohio.

Established in 1809 as a milling center, the Village is best known for the Galena Shale Tile and Brick Company, which operated from the 1890s until 1983. Galena’s historic New England-style downtown still boasts structures built in the 1820s and bustles with restaurant and pub activity today.

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Hard to believe there is a covered bridge in Galena. This bridge definitely couldn’t handle the vehicles of today.

Picture of the Galena square before Hoover. On the left side of the picture you can see McMahon restaurant.

South East Public Square

History buffs are intrigued by the story behind Galena’s origin, the businesses and industries that have been here, the people who spent their lives here, and the changes the town has undergone throughout time. For example, a search through the Galena Cemetery reveals graves of people who were living at the time of the American Revolution.

Interpretive signage along the paved trails tell about aspects of life from yesteryear that were once central to earlier generations who lived here. Careful observers in the old downtown area can find remnants of the original road network that was here before Hoover Reservoir was built, as well as buildings that are either listed on, or potentially eligible for, the National Register of Historic Places.

A popular destination for visitors is the Galena Historic Foundation museum, located at 109 Harrison St., which contains locally significant artifacts, photographs, maps, documents and exhibits.

The old Galena Episcopal Church. It used to be in the school parking lot. You can just see the corner of the school building in the background.

As the community continues to attract more residents, the Galena Historic Foundation has a mission “to keep the history of Galena Ohio alive.” It does this through an active Facebook page with historic photographs and lively discussions of Galena’s past. The Galena Historic Foundation is listed on the Delaware County Historical Society website Historic Resources page.

For years, people would go to the station to meet the train just to pass the time.

Often political candidates rode the train and gave speeches from the back of the train during its regular stop. (Late 1800s)

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Resources for more information: Village of Galena History: galenaohio.gov/galena-history/ Delaware County Historical Society: www.delawareohiohistory.org/

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westerville.

IT’S JUST RIGHT.

Photos courtesy of Westerville Historical Museum

Westerville has grown since 1809 to become central Ohio’s largest suburb, however, it has still maintained its small-town feel, while preserving its physical and cultural past. Residents consider the city’s charm and historic Uptown District among their favorite community attributes. As the city continues to develop, Westerville

has excellent resources to gain appreciation of the past to better understand the present.

The Westerville History Center and Museum provides access to the past through historical collections and learning experiences that deepen the understanding of our community and its place in the world. Westerville’s Underground Railroad activities and anti-alcohol efforts shaped the course of American history and gave the community a unique legacy.

The photos in this guide are just a few examples. There is so much to learn! You can even learn while you walk the town, using your phone or an iPad. Go to www.westervillelibrary.org/ local-history, download the app, and you’re ready to go!

The Leveque House: Built by Samuel Patterson, who was part of the Underground Railroad. Later owners, the Leveques, are known for building the Leveque Tower in downtown Columbus.

If you prefer to tour the actual museum collections or some of the landmark buildings, be sure to make an appointment.

110 S. State St. Westerville, Ohio 43081 Monday-Saturday: 9am-6pm Closed on Saturday: 1-2pm Closed on Sunday localhistory@westervillelibrary.org 614-882-7277, ext. 7

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University Bookstore: (18 N. State St.) – For more than 70 years, J.L. Morrison and family operated bookstores in the community. The current business is Pure Roots Boutique.

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Here is a list of archives available online at www.westervillelibrary.org/local-h Anti-Saloon League Museum Curriculum Guides Historic Maps of Westerville Historic Photographs of Westerville John R. Kasich Congressional Collection Obituaries and Wedding Announcements Online Catalog of Archived Materials Oral Histories Temperance and Prohibition Movement, 1830-1933 Westerville Yearbooks

D.H. Budd’s Cornet Band (Bands and Buggies) – David H. Budd had many interests including buggies (transportation) and music. This was one of the bands in the late 1800s that would play at fairs, parades and special events. This location later became the site of Schneider’s Bakery.

Here are additional resources: Visit Westerville: www.visitwesterville.org/town-history/ Westerville Historical Society (WHS): www.westervillehistory.org/

Schneider’s Bakery (6 S. State St.) – The bakery business began in 1954 by Carl & Floyd Schneider. After changing ownership several times since then, the same family values are what has kept the business going strong.

Hanby House (160 W. Main St.) – This is where the Hanby family lived from 1853–1870. William Hanby was an abolitionist and opened the house as a part of the Underground Railroad. He was the co-founder of Otterbein University, which was established in 1847. His son, Benjamin, was best known as a musician and composer (“Up on the HouseTop”). The home contains furniture and personal items from the family. Open by appointment only, through the WHS.

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STAGECOACHES

SUNBURY

From its beginning in 1816, Sunbury was destined to be a stagecoach town. Anticipating large numbers of stagecoach travelers in Sunbury, the town’s founder, Lawrence Myers, built an inn at the intersection of two major stagecoach routes (the Old Walhonding Trail and the Delaware Newark Pike). In 1820, the first stagecoach arrived in Sunbury from Mt. Vernon.

Famous Stagecoach Travelers Famous stagecoach travelers who stopped in Sunbury included: Johnny Appleseed Henry Clay William Henry Harrison Rutherford B. Hayes The Last Stagecoach Railway travel became more prevalent, and consequently, the last stagecoach rolled out of Sunbury in 1873.

Village of Sunbury Sunbury is a small town similar to so many of Ohio’s small towns. At the heart of the historic downtown is the central square that is the symbolic center of the growing town. Here sits the three-story historic town hall.

Thanks to its proximity to Delaware and Columbus, Sunbury has become what some call a bedroom community.

Sunbury Town Hall According to the historic marker on the village green, the Sunbury Town

Hall was built in 1868. It has served as the village’s Town Hall, jail, fire station, community library, bank and Mason’s lodge. Today the Town Hall has been renovated for use as a community room and houses village offices.

The village green is also home to numerous events throughout the year including the regular farmers market during the summer.

Ohio Fallen Heroes Memorial Sunbury has risen to the forefront to honor Ohio’s military who’ve been lost since September 11, 2001, when the ground was broken for this memorial in 2005. This emotional memorial is a solemn reminder of the high cost Ohio’s citizens have paid in the fight against terrorism.

The site consists of marble crosses and the Star of David, with each marker bearing the name of an Ohio service member killed in the War on Terror since 9/11. The site also

includes a chapel, a courtyard with military flags and sculptures.

The memorial site was chosen because of its easy access location and its proximity to the geographic center of the state. It was and is being built by citizens who donate their time, talent and treasure. The land was donated by the Village of Sunbury.

Ohio Fallen Heroes Memorial 79 1/2 West Cherry St., Sunbury

Information for this article obtained from www.sunburyohio.org.

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PRIVATE SCHOOLS Central College Christian School cccacademy.com 975 S. Sunbury Rd., Westerville, Ohio 43081 614.794. 8146

Marburn Academy (Special Education School) marburnacademy.org 9555 Johnstown Rd., New Albany, Ohio 43054 614.433.0822

Delaware Christian Academy dcschool.org 2280 W. William St., Delaware 740.369.2524

Northside Christian School ncslions.org 2655 W. Schrock Rd., Westerville 614.882.1493

Eastwood Sda Jr Academy ejaonline.org 6350 Sunbury Rd., Westerville, 43081 614.794.6350 Genoa Christian Academy genoachristianacademy.org 7652 Lewis Center Rd., Westerville 740.965.5433

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Oakstone Academy oakstoneacademy.org 900 Club Dr., Westerville, 43081 614.899.2838 Prep Academy prepacademyschools.org 3812 E. Powell Rd., Building A and B Lewis Center, Ohio 43035 614.818.0502

St. Paul Catholic School stpaulk-8.org 61 Moss Rd., Westerville, Ohio 43081 614.882.2710 Westerville Church of the Nazarene (School with Special Program Emphasis K-3) westervillenaz.org 355 Cherrington Rd., Westerville, Ohio 43081 614.882.2148 Worthington Christian School worthingtonchristian.com 6675 Worthington-Galena Rd., Worthington, Ohio 43085 614.431.8215

“The environment at Central College Preschool is full of love, and offers both academic rigor and faith-based nurturing of the hearts and minds of our precious children. We have enjoyed the curriculum, loving teachers, fun, family-centric events like art shows, fun runs, and many more – which has allowed us to get to know and appreciate the care and compassion of not just the wonderful teachers, but the entire staff.” - Shiva S

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PUBLIC SCHOOLS Big Walnut Local School District bwls.net 110 Tippett Ct. Sunbury, Ohio 740.965.3010 Olentangy Schools olentangy.k12.oh.us 7840 Graphics Way Lewis Center, Ohio 43035 740.657.4050 Westerville City School District westerville.k12.oh.us 936 Eastwind Dr., Suite 200 Westerville, Ohio 614.797.5700

UNIVERSITIES Otterbein University otterbein.edu 1 S. Grove St., Westerville, Ohio 43081 614.890.3000

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LOCAL > GOLF Northeast Columbus’ beautiful scenery makes it a perfect location for picturesque golf courses. There is no shortage of country clubs to get your golf fix! Many of these golf clubs are also known for their exquisite dining, which makes for a popular choice for weddings. Check out some of the Northeast Columbus golf options below.

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The Lakes Golf & Country Club (Private) 6740 Worthington Rd, Westerville, OH, 43082

The Medallion Club (Private) 5000 Club Dr, Westerville, OH, 43082

Little Turtle Golf Club (Private) 5400 Little Turtle Way W, Westerville, OH, 43081

Champions of Columbus (Municipal) 3900 Westerville Rd, Columbus, OH, 43224

Double Eagle Club (Private) 6025 Cheshire Rd, Galena, OH, 43021

Royal American Links (Public) 3300 Miller Paul Rd, Galena, OH, 43021

Arrowhead Lakes (Public) 580 N Walnut St, Galena, OH, 43021

Little Bear Golf Club (Public) 1940 Little Bear Loop, Lewis Center, OH, 43035 Bent Tree Golf Course (Public) 350 Bent Tree Road, Sunbury, OH 43074 Big Walnut (Public) 6683 N State Route 61, Sunbury, OH, 43074

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Northstar Golf Resort (Semi-Private) 1150 Wilson Rd, Sunbury, OH, 43074 Rattlesnake Ridge Golf Club (Private) 1 Rattlesnake Dr, Sunbury, OH, 43074 Sunbury Golf Club (Public) 1349 Golf Course Rd, Sunbury, OH, 43074

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DISCOVER THE WORLD IN THE PLACE YOU CALL HOME LOCAL TIP

Biking by myself, or with the family, on any of the amazing paths is always a fun way to spend the weekend. - Joey T

The parks and trails in the Preservation Parks system are right around the corner from where you live in Delaware County. Whether you visit Shale Hollow Park, or Deer Haven Park, or any of the 11 parks and multi-use trails, you will find natural parks that are beautiful and serene, with modern restrooms, picnic shelters, and reservable meeting spaces.

The varying habitats – woodland, prairie, meadow, stream and wetland – are home to a wide variety of wildlife. Visitors might have a chance meeting with a barred owl, or families of deer or wild turkeys.

Hiking trails and picnic areas are located in the parks, and canoes and kayaks can be launched at River Run Park. An off-trail exploration area is located at Shale Hollow, and natural play areas or traditional playgrounds are located in several of the parks. Nature displays describe habitat restoration, pollinators, and other topics, and dozens of free nature programs are offered year round.

Gallant Farm, a reproduction of a 1930s family farm, transports visitors back to an earlier era and celebrates Delaware County’s farming legacy. And several segments of the Ohio to Erie Multi-use Trail invite bicyclists and walkers to further discover the county.

There is a Preservation Park near you.

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Blues Creek Park 9627 Fontanelle Road, Ostrander Char-Mar Ridge Park 7741 Lewis Center Road, Westerville Deer Haven Park 4183 Liberty Road, Delaware Emily Traphagen Park 5094 Seldom Seen Road, Powell Gallant Farm 2150 Buttermilk Hill Road, Delaware Gallant Woods Park 2151 Buttermilk Hill Road, Delaware Hogback Ridge Park 2656 Hogback Road, Sunbury River Run Park 168 Main Road, Delaware Shale Hollow Park 6320 Artesian Run, Lewis Center Future Park (Pollock Road) 1271 Pollock Road, Delaware

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First Responders Park, 374 W. Main St. is open to the community. The park features a quieter space for reflection, a memorial wall for our fallen heroes and markers for all first responders along with the existing elements of the park.

ABOUT THE PARK Westerville’s First Responders Park (FRP) was first dedicated in 2010 to honor the service and sacrifice of all first responders. The centerpiece to the park was a section of steel known as “C-40” from the north tower of the World Trade Center that fell during the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. Later, on Oct. 9, 2011, the City dedicated a privately funded sculpture, “The Crossing,” which honors a fallen Westerville firefighter, David Theisen. In 1998, David was killed while battling a fire in Crooksville, Ohio.

On Feb. 10, 2018, Westerville Division of Police officers Anthony Morelli and Eric Joering were killed in the line of duty. As the community worked to cope with this tragic loss, plans to create a permanent police memorial were expedited.

Before the losses suffered as a community, this project was considered for expansion. The City wanted to grow the space to be more functional and inclusive of all first responders.

The cost of the $1.2 million project was vastly offset by generous donations. This includes the $500,000 commitment from the state of Ohio, which jump-started the expansion. Additionally, $464,000 in cash donations were received from businesses and community members. The project also benefited greatly from approximately $173,000 in in-kind donations. Landscape architecture firms POD Design and McGill Smith Punshon provided design services free of charge to honor Morelli and Joering.

Designs from memorials around the globe were used to inspire the park in form and function. The updated park has a memorial wall for our fallen heroes, special markers for all first responders and more public space for reflection and events. All elements from the original park have been incorporated into the redesigned site.

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Antonio’s 7001 Sunbury Rd. #C, Westerville (614) 882-9500 Big Walnut Grill 175 OH-3, Sunbury (740) 965-3618 Borgata Pizza Cafe 5701 Parkville St., Cols (614) 891-2345 California Pizza Kitchen at Polaris 1500 Polaris Pkwy., Ste. 1238, Cols (614) 985-6304 Cardinal Pizza 10 E. Main St., Westerville (614) 423-8717

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LOCAL > PIZZA Carfagna’s 1440 Gemini Place (614) 848-4488 Carsonie’s 6000 Westerville Rd., Westerville (614) 899-6700 Classic Pizza 906 S. Sunbury Rd., Westerville (614) 882-2999 Cottage Inn Pizza 8317 Market Exchange Dr., Cols (614) 888-8488 Domino’s Pizza 7397 OH-3, Westerville (614) 823-4040 Donatos Pizza 363 S. State St., Westerville (614) 882-5211 861 N. State St., Westerville (614) 891-6333 Fazoli’s 807 S. State St., Westerville (614) 794-3612

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Giammarco’s Italian Restaurant 6030 Chandler Ct., Westerville (614) 895-8890

Minico’s Italian Restaurant 1180 County Line Rd., Westerville (614) 899-1100

Giordano’s 2137 Polaris Pkwy., Cols (614) 852-4330

Monte Carlo Italian Kitchen 610 W. Schrock Rd., Westerville (614) 890-2061

Good Fella’z Pizzeria 245 N. Columbus St., Sunbury (740) 965-6000 Jet’s Pizza 642 N. State St., Westerville (614) 882-5387 167 OH-3, Sunbury (740) 965-1172 Massey’s Pizza 399 S. State St., Westerville (614) 882-6466 Mellow Mushroom Columbus 2170 Polaris Pkwy., Cols (614) 885-6355

OH Pizza & Wings 18 Dillmont Dr., Ste. B, Cols (614) 813-2219 Pasquale’s Pizza & Pasta 558 W. Schrock Rd., Westerville (614) 882-6200 PJ’s Family Restaurant 571 W. Cherry St., Sunbury (740) 965-2000 Romeo’s Pizza 5733 Maxtown Rd., Westerville (614) 895-5555 8929 S. Old State Rd., LC (614) 985-3355

Rise Pies at Tanger Outlets 400 S. Wilson Rd., Sunbury (740) 965-5000 Sandman Gourmet Pizza 440 Polaris Pkwy., Ste. 160, Westerville (614) 839-7263 Taranto’s Pizzeria 1282 E. Powell Rd., Lewis Center (614) 841-2345 Terita’s Pizza Carry Out 3905 Cleveland Ave., Columbus (614) 475-2100 The Other Guy Pizza 15910 East St., Rt. 37, Sunbury (740) 913-0694 Water’s Edge Pizza 2475 Africa Rd., Galena (740) 549-1000 Westerview Plaza Pizza 30 Westerville Dr., Westerville (614) 882-9494

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