CommunityCalendar

Aug. 1-Sept. 26

Dublin Farmers’ Market

3:30-6:30 p.m., Wednesdays, Oakland Nursery, 4261 W. Dublin-Granville Rd., www.dublinfarmersmarket.com

Local vendors will purvey their own homemade produce, jellies, honey, baked goods, dog food and more at the Dublin Farmers’ Market.

Aug. 2

Dublin Irish Festival IGS Energy 5K Run and Dub Crawl

5:30 p.m. to midnight, Historic Dublin, 1 N. High St., www.dublinirishfestival.org

Runners and walkers alike are invited to compete in the traditional Dublin Irish Festival 5K. New this year is the Kids Fun Run/Walk that allows the little ones to get involved, too. The race begins at 7 p.m., but the Dub Crawl takes place before and after.

Aug. 3-5

Dublin Irish Festival

4 p.m.-midnight, Coffman Park, 5200 Emerald Pkwy., www.dublinirishfestival.org

More than 100,000 guests are expected to attend the annual Dublin Irish Festival, complete with seven stages, 535 performers, shopping, art displays and dancing. Festival gates open Aug. 3 at 4 p.m. and tickets for adults are $10 a day, while kids under 12 get in free. Weekend tickets are available online for $22. See page 16 for details.

Aug. 11

Tinis for Autism

2-4 p.m., Mary Kelley’s Restaurant and Pub, 7148 Muirfield Dr., 614-760-7041

Sip martinis for a cause. For an entry fee of $40, guests can indulge in five specialty martinis created with Ohiomade Buckeye Vodka, as well as an array of Mary Kelley’s creations. All proceeds benefit the Columbus Walk Now for Autism Speaks.

Sept. 3

Labor Day

Sept. 14-15

Stream

6:30 p.m., Dublin Arts Council, 7125 Riverside Dr., www.dublinarts.org

Experience a live, outdoor contemporary dance performance by Stream. Expect to see a theatrical 40-minute performance inspired by the Scioto River. Members of the project come from OhioDance, The Ohio State University Department of Dance, University of Akron Dance Program and the Ohio Department of Education Division of the Arts.

Sept. 20

Sláinte Thursdays

6-9 p.m., Historic Dublin, 1 N. High St., www.historicdublin.org

Visit Historic Dublin each third Thursday of the month for an evening of shopping, upscale dining and entertainment.

Sept. 22

Rwandan Fête

5-10 p.m., Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, 4850 W. Powell Rd., Powell, 614-724-3485, www.colszoo.org

Open your eyes to a different culture and enjoy music, dinner, live auctions and an authentic open-air African Market at the annual Rwandan Fête, presented by Partners in Conservation. Proceeds from the event fund conservation and humanitarian projects in Central Africa. Tickets are limited and the event sells out each year.

Aug. 14-Sept. 14 emerging: An Exhibition of Student Art Dublin Arts Council gallery, 7125 Riverside Dr., www.dublinarts.org

The annual exhibition features art by Dublin City Schools students. Opening reception is Aug. 14, 6-8 p.m. The exhibition will be open to the public Tuesdays10 a.m.7 p.m., Wednesdays through Fridays 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturdays 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Aug. 17

Northwoods Foundation Derby

5-8 p.m., Northwoods Foundation, 5815 Wall St., www.northwoodsfoundation.org

Compete or come cheer. Awards will be given out to the fastest, slowest and bestlooking cars. All money raised will go to a fund that helps local families and individuals recover from catastrophic hardships.

Aug. 21

CityScene Movie Night

5:30 p.m., Arena Grand Movie Theater, 75 W. Nationwide Blvd., www.arenagrand.com

Catch The Bourne Legacy on the big

Sept. 22-23

Jack Hanna’s Fall Fest

10 a.m.-5 p.m., Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, 4850 W. Powell Rd., Powell, www.colszoo.org

Celebrate fall with live music and the Country Character Caravan parade, and watch your favorite animals bob for apples. Visit Jungle Jack and his friends on the Safari Stage at the zoo at noon and 2 p.m. daily.

Sept. 25-Nov. 2

Shifting Perspectives: In the Community

Dublin Arts Council Gallery, 7125 Riverside Dr., www.dublinarts.org

This exhibition will be an exploration, as well as a celebration, of acceptance in regard to living with Down syndrome. Four Ohio photographers and one international photographer are paired with those who have the disorder, and will guide them through creative workshops screen for just $7, plus special prices on concessions.

Aug. 26

The Emerald City Half and Quarter Marathon

7 a.m., Dublin Methodist Hospital, 7500 Hospital Dr., www.emeraldcityhalfmarathon.com

Sprint, jog or walk through either the half marathon or the quarter marathon course. Every finisher will receive a medal and every participant will receive a free shirt.

Aug. 27

First Day of School

Aug. 27

Dublin Springs Open House

4-7 p.m., Dublin Springs Hospital, 7625 Hospital Dr., www.dublinsprings.com and help break down the stigma of Down syndrome through images.

Dublin Springs Hospital will host a tour of its new facility, including its Internet based e-learning and computer assisted treatment model “Cognit.” The hospital specializes in mental health care and addiction treatment services for adults and senior citizens.

Sept. 27

HOOfit Walk

9:30-10:30 a.m., Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, 4850 W. Powell Rd., Powell, www.ohiohealth.com/hoofit

Work on your fitness while admiring the wildlife at the Columbus Zoo and talk with an OhioHealth doctor along the way. Reserve your spot by registering online.

Sept. 29

Cruisin’ at Max & Erma’s

11 a.m.-4 p.m., Max & Erma’s, 411 Metro Pl. N., www.irishisanattitude.com

It’s cruisin’ night at Max & Erma’s. Enter your favorite car for a chance at an award or come see your neighbors’ hot rides. Registration is $10.