More Westerville Means More Fun

Westerville has more to offer than ever before. We regularly attract more residents, students and visitors as they discover our community parks, vibrant Uptown and distinctive neighborhoods. And now we have an additional 40,000 square-feet of fun in the newly expanded Community Center to add programs, classes and more activities.

Residents will now receive the Westerville Community Recreation Guide every other month, typically the first week of the first month (January, March, May, July, September and November). Issues will also be placed in and available for pick-up in public facilities, including Westerville City Hall, Westerville Public Library and the Community Center.

Issues are fully produced by Westerville staff; production is managed by the Community Affairs team and classes and events are developed by the programming team at Parks and Recreation. Programmers are more intentional than ever to maximize the newly expanded Center and continue to develop innovative, quality programs.

“Amping up what we offer has been in our playbook as soon as we looked at creating more space at the Community Center,” said Mike Phillips, Recreation and Operations Supervisor. “We love to be known for amazing events like Snowflake Castle and the Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow among what we regularly offer in fitness classes, arts and kid-friendly fun. Being in touch with our residents more frequently gives more opportunities to put our best foot forward.” Phillips says cooking classes in the Center’s new demonstration kitchen and Esports in the new gaming room will be big attractions through winter and spring. Programmers will also be offering more drop-in classes as instructors open schedules.

“It’s really just more to love for everyone - more family fun and more for fitness enthusiasts,” said Phillips.

What you need to know

What’s changing? What does this mean?

You’ll get two extra issues (instead of four quarterly issues) of the Westerville Community Recreation Guide a year. This also means there will be more program offerings and more registration opportunities. Each Guide will offer instructions for registration.

I’m a Westerville resident. What do I need to do to make sure I’m getting the Guide every other month?

Nothing. You’ll get it delivered directly in your mailbox. If you notice any delivery discrepancies, please email communityaffairs@westerville.org or contact editor Toni Schorling at (614) 901-6503.

I live in Genoa (or Blendon) Township, but use the Community Center and sign up for classes. Can I get it delivered?

Not at this time. The Guide is mailed only to residents within the corporate limits of Westerville. For a free copy, you may visit the Community Center or pick up a copy at Westerville City Hall or the Westerville Public Library. You can find the latest digital edition at www.westerville.org/

recreationguide. Does the Guide accept advertising?

Not at this time.

I have a story idea. Who should I contact?

Editor Toni Schorling, toni.schorling@westerville.org

I have a registration question/problem. Who should I contact?

Parks and Recreation staff members will be happy to help you. Call the Community Center at (614) 901-6500.