Discover Grove City's The Source July/August 2024

The GUIDE PARKS AND RECREATION GUIDE

JULY-AUG. 2024

Online and office registration begins Monday, June 24

Welcome to the Source!

The Source highlights Parks and Rec. programs, activities and amenities. See page 11 for a list of classes. For additional details, access the registration system at bit.ly/gcpReg or a pdf class outline online.

The registration system and website allow people to find information and register online where they can sort classes by age, type of program and day of the week.

Online viewing allows users to personalize options to fit their families’ schedules and interests while accessing fresher, more accurate information.

Visit bit.ly/gcpReg or go to GroveCityOhio.gov and follow prompts from the Parks & Rec. page.

Questions? Staff are available to help! For preschool, youth and adult programs, call or visit the Kingston Center, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday. For programs and activities for ages 55+, call or visit the Evans Center, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday.

Walk-in registration and payment are available at both locations. Payment cannot be made by phone.

PARKS & RECREATION OFFICES

Kingston Center 614-277-3050

3226 Kingston Ave.

General information and preschool, youth and adult class registration

Evans Center ................. 614-277-1060

4330 Dudley Ave. 55+ information and class registration; contact information for senior services

Gantz Farmhouse

2255 Home Road

614-277-3058

Herb garden and Gardens at Gantz Farm Volunteer information

Weather Hot Line

614-277-3060

Status updates on events, sports and programs (e.g., rain outs)

SOCIAL MEDIA

Grove City Parks and Recreation @GroveCityParks

City of Grove City @GroveCityOhio

KEY CITY OFFICES

City Hall 614-277-3000

4035 Broadway

Service ......................... 614-277-1100

3262 Ventura Blvd.

Public Safety/Police ..... 614-277-1710

2255 Home Road

Parks and Recreation Inclement Weather Policy

Classes and programs may be canceled due to adverse conditions (road and playing surface conditions, lack of utilities, etc.).

• For updates, call 614-277-3060, visit GroveCityOhio.gov or check Parks & Rec. Facebook and Instagram accounts.

• Later updates due to incoming weather/condition changes are made to the phone line

• Participation is always at the discretion of a minor participant’s parent/ guardian or the adult participant.

Outdoor Sports/Activities

• Cancellations for evening activities are determined based on field conditions by 4 p.m. by Parks and Rec. personnel.

• Contests may be canceled later if incoming weather affects conditions. Call 614-277-3060 for updates.

• Do not use dirt or grass infields of closed fields as it may cause damage requiring repair and cause further cancellations.

Indoor Sports/Activities

• Weekday classes and programs are canceled when the South-Western City School District closes due to inclement weather.

• If conditions change, evening classes may be canceled at the discretion of Parks and Recreation personnel by 4 p.m.

• Weekend cancellations are made by 7 a.m., Saturday and 11 a.m., Sunday.

The Big Splash

The Big Splash Family Aquatics Center is a City-owned water park serving the residents of Grove City and Jackson Township.

The water park, open to season pass holders and their guests, features a large zero-depth entrance, climbing walls and two large body slides.

Season Pass Purchase online: bit.ly/gcpReg.

• Residents: $50

• Non-residents: $100 Operating Hours May-July

• 11 a.m.-8 p.m. August-September

• 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Swim Lessons

2024 Operating Dates Sat., 5/25-Mon., 9/1 Closed when SWCSD is in session:

• 8/21-8/23

• 8/26-8/30

Offered in partnership with SwimSafe Pool Management, swim lessons are available at The Big Splash for both season pass holders and the public. Register children based on skill level at BigSplashLessons.Coursestorm.com

• Level 0: Frogs & Tadpoles

Child age 3 or younger accompanied by a parent is introduced to the water. 10:20 a.m.

• Mon.-Thu., 7/8-7/18

• Level 1: Flounder

Grow comfortable under the water, becoming able to submerge head and blow bubbles independently. 9:10 a.m., 9: 45 a.m. or 10:20 a.m.

• Mon.-Thu., 7/8-7/18

• Level 2: Jellyfish

Learn to float on front and back independently.

9:10 a.m., 9: 45 a.m. or 10:20 a.m.

• Mon.-Thu., 7/8-7/18

• Level 3: Octopus

Learn to propel self through water with proper arm and leg movements. 9:10 a.m. or 9: 45 a.m.

• Mon.-Thu., 7/8-7/18

Splash Pad

Fryer Park, Discovery Drive Info: bit.ly/GCsplash

The Grove City Splash Pad is a cooperative effort of the City of Grove City and the Grove City YMCA.

The Splash Pad, free and available to the public, is open when the outdoor pool at the YMCA is.

Dates and hours are subject to change, including for weather conditions.

Please follow posted guidelines at the facility.

2024 Operating Dates Sat., 5/25-Sun., 9/1

Closed (national holidays):

• Thu., 7/4

• Mon., 9/2

Team Sports

Grove City offers various team sports for ages 5 through adult. Register online or in the Kingston Center during the assigned month. Spaces are limited; registration may close before the end of the month. Youth and adaptive program players register by individual and are assigned to a team. Adults register by team.

Fall Adult Softball ($300 per team)

Recreational and competitive adult softball leagues play an eight-game regular season at Fryer Park. Leagues play weekday evenings or Sunday afternoons and are subject to change based on interest.

Fall Adult Cornhole ($50 per team)

Monday: Women’s Tuesday: Men’s Rec. Thursday: Men’s Rec. Friday: Men’s Comp. Sunday: Co-rec.

Due to popular demand, Grove City has expanded cornhole offerings! Leagues are now available on Tuesdays for recreational teams and Thursdays for competitive duos. Teams play a six-week season at Grove City Brewing Company. Register by two-person team at bit.ly/gcpReg during July.

Fall Adult Buddy Ball ($35 per player)

Registration for the fall adult league for Buddy Ball begins Mon., 7/15. Sign up through Grove City Parks & Rec. at bit.ly/gcpReg to join a team. Coaches and “buddies” are also needed. Games are played Tuesday evenings on the Mirolo Dream Field at Mount Carmel Stadium in Windsor Park.

Preschool Team Sports

Grove City Parks & Rec. partners with Bally Sports to offer beginner team sports experiences for ages 3-4 in T-ball, soccer and basketball. Visit bit.ly/BallySportsGC for more information and to register.

Program Age Groups

■ Preschool (1-4)

■ Youth (5-17)

■ Adaptive

■ Adult (18+)

■ 55+/Senior

Don’t miss your chance to participate!

Team sports involve scheduling fields and officials, and ordering uniforms for youth leagues, so registration happens well ahead of the season.

Youth Sports Registration

• Little League (Ages: 5-17): February

• Fall Baseball (Ages: 5-17): June

• Volleyball (Grades: 3-12): August

• Basketball (Grades: K-12): October

Adult Sports Registration

• Spring/Summer Softball: March

• Spring Cornhole: March

• Summer Cornhole: May

• Fall Cornhole: July

• Fall Softball: July

• Volleyball: December

Adaptive Sports Registration

• Spring Buddy Ball (Ages: 4+, 16+): February-March

• Fall Adult Buddy Ball (Ages: 16+): Mid-July-August

Fitness & Dance

Physical activity is important for health for all ages no matter their skill level. Whether you are into self-guided activities like utilizing bike paths or enjoy group classes, Grove City Parks & Rec. has something for you!

Gymnastics & Parkour

The balance, core strength and coordination developed in Gymnastics and Parkour provide a great foundation for future athletic endeavors.

Grove City offers options for increasing age and competency levels for preschool and elementary-aged students.

Martial Arts & Yoga

Developing a mind-body connection while performing controlled actions has been used to promote mental and physical health simultaneously for ages. Try a class that relies on these ancient practices.

• Karate is offered at various skill levels for ages 4-7 and 8 through adult.

• Yoga options include general adult classes and others focusing on challenges and benefits for seniors.

• Tai Chi is another great method for seniors to stay limber and focused.

For full details on offerings and registration, visit bit.ly/gcpReg Register starting Mon., 6/24 ⎘

See page 11 for the list of Parks & Rec. classes for July and August.

Youth Tennis Lessons

Develop fitness, hand-eye coordination and flexibility that offers future competitive and leisure opportunities. Grove City Parks & Rec. offers lessons for youth in a variety of ages and skill levels. Bring a tennis racket and water bottle.

• Peewee Lessons Ages: 4-7 Mon.-Wed., 7/1-7/10; 8-8:45 a.m. Mon.-Wed., 7/1-7/10; 4-4 :45 a.m.

Tue.-Thu., 7/23-7/25; 6-7 p.m.

• Beginner Lessons Ages: 8-15 Mon.-Wed., 7/1-7/10; 4 :45-5:45 p.m.

• Intermediate Lessons A ges: 10-17 Mon.-Wed., 7/1-7/10; 5 :45-6:45 p.m.

• Mini-camp Ages: 8-15

Tue.-Thu., 7/23-7/25, 4-6 p.m. Mon.-Thu., 7/29-8/1, 8 :30-10:30 a.m.

• Tennis Serving Clinic Ages: 8-15 Mon.-Thu., 7/29- 8/1, 10 :30-11:30 a.m.

Preschool & Childcare

Children need spaces where they can feel free, safe and active while interacting with others. Grove City offers preschool programs that provide the foundations of group learning with a nature-based philosophy. Options vary from parent/adultchild activities to child-only classes.

P.A.R.K. serves elementary school students by providing activities that keep them engaged, but without the structure of school. Each day includes arts and crafts as well as large-muscle play.

Preschool

Preschool programs foster physical, mental and cultural development for children as young as 2. Participants are exposed to a variety of experiences as they grow, learn and develop personalities, discover interests. They build self-confidence, language skills and self-control while having fun.

RecSchool

Ages 3-5 develop academic, social, creative, physical and emotional skills in a child-centered and supportive group setting. Registration opens in February for the following school year (September-May). For info, visit bit.ly/GCRecSchool or call 614-277-3050.

P.A.R.K.

PlayTots

Ages 2-3 with an adult explore a classroom setting filled with play-based learning opportunities including planned activities and circle time with reading and movement for an hour on Friday mornings, September-May.

This childcare program offers a safe place for children in grades K-4 to stay physically, mentally and socially active before and after school when the SouthWestern City School District is in session. The summer program offers full-day childcare with activities and field trips including weekly trips to The Big Splash.

After-school P.A.R.K. operates Monday-Friday, 2:30-6 p.m., at Buckeye Woods, J.C. Sommer, Highland Park, Monterey and Richard Avenue elementary schools.

We’re Hiring!

Looking for a fun part-time job with no evening or weekend hours?

Visit GroveCityOhio.gov for details.

Before School operates Monday-Friday, 6-8 a.m., at the Kingston Center with transportation provided to the above elementary schools.

For full details on offerings and registration, visit bit.ly/gcpReg Register starting Mon., 6/24

See page 11 for the list of Parks & Rec. classes for July and August.

Be Creative!

Grove City is full of creativity! Much like physical activity improves health, making things with your hands and performing, especially in a group, offers personal benefits beyond the final product.

Blacksmithing

Learn safety and basic skills on a on a traditional forge.

• Blacksmithing 101: Introduction

Sat., 7/27, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat., 8/24, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Youth Art & Crafts

Follow age-appropriate instruction to create art in a variety of media.

• Big Art Ages: 6-9

Thu., 7/11-7/25; 5-5:45 p.m. Thu., 8/8-8/29; 5-5:45 p.m.

• Amazing Artists Ages: 8-12 Thu., 7/11-7/25; 6-6:45 p.m. Thu., 8/8-8/29; 6-6:45 p.m.

• Ahoy Captain Ages: 5-10

Wed., 7/10, 4:15-5:15 p.m.

• Christmas in July Ages: 5-10

Thu., 7/25, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

• Sea Turtles Ages: 5-10

Wed., 8/7, 4:15-5:15 p.m.

• Slimetopia: Slime Chefs on Deck Ages: 7-12

Mon.-Thu., 8/12 to 8/15, 9 a.m.-Noon

• Acting Class with Showcase Ages: 7-16

Thu., 7/11 to 8/15, 6-6:50 p.m.

Painted Canvas: Art Instruction

Youth Music Lessons Music leads to improved cognitive function, creativity, confidence and mental health in children.

• Ukulele Lessons Ages: 6+ Mon., Tue, Wed., 7/29-7/31; 11-11:50 a.m.

Bucket Drumming

• Can You Drum That Song? Ages: 8-13 Wed., 7/17; 6:30-7:30 p.m. Theme: TV shows & movies

• Illuminated Rhythms Ages: 8-13 Thu., 7/18; 6:30-7:30 p.m. Theme: disco

• Swiftie Drummers Unite Ages: 8-13 Sat., 7/20; 2-3 p.m. Theme: Taylor Swift hits

• Tuning into the Rhythm Ages: 8-13 Wed., 7/24; 6:30-7:30 p.m. Theme: percussion-heavy rock

Herb Classes

Combining creativity with nature is just one way the Gardens at Gantz Farm staff and volunteers share their knowledge. Join an upcoming class to create beautiful, useful items or learn a new approach to gardening.

• Kids Jar-cuterie Ages: 6-9 Thu., 8/1, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

• Salsa Ages: 6-9 Tue., 8/20, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

• Hummingbird Feeder & Swing Ages: 6-9

Mon., 7/5, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

• Bug Hotel Ages: 6-9 Mon., 7/22, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

• Victorian Gardens and Crafts Tue., 8/6, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

• Garden Focaccia Tue., 7/23, 6:30-8 p.m.

• Tea 101 Thu., 7/18, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

• Quick Sauces from Fresh Herbs Thu., 7/25, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Youth Cooking

Learn an important life skill with a focus on safety.

• Cooking Camp I Ages: 6-7 Mon. -Wed., 7/15 to 7/17, 10-11:30 a.m.

Follow step-by-step instructions to create a themed acrylic painting using brushes and palette knives. Supplies included.

• Colorful Canvas Ages: 10-14

Tue., 7/23, 6:30-8 p.m. Tue., 8/27, 6:30-8 p.m.

• Floral Painting Ages: 16/up Tue., 8/20, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

• Landscape Painting Ages: 16/up Tue., 7/16, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

• Cooking Camp II Ages: 6-7 Mon. -Wed., 7/29 to 7/31, 10-11:30 a.m.

Evans Center

The Evans Center offers older residents of Grove City a variety of opportunities to stay active physically, mentally and socially. Offerings include parties, trips to restaurants and cultural sites, and classes that teach skills for navigating the challenges that come with aging.

Senior Citizens Day Resource Fair

Wed., 8/21; 9 a.m.-noon

World Senior Citizen’s Day, celebrated each Aug. 21, increases awareness of challenges older adults face as well as their many accomplishments. In honor of this special day, the Evans Center is hosting a free senior resource fair.

Interact with vendors from a variety of organizations with products and services for seniors.

Register to enjoy door prizes and lunch.

On-site Fun

• Patriotic Party$

Wed., 7/3, 1-3 p.m.

Celebrate freedom with American pride, food and entertainment.

• Pizza Palooza Game Night$ Fri., 8/9, 1-3 p.m.

Enjoy pizza while rotating tables to play a variety of games with different people.

Off-site Day Trips ¤ $

Travel by minibus to off-site tours, shopping or entertainment followed by a meal (on your own).

• Ohio State House Tour Thu., 7/11, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Tour the extravagant building, hear fascinating stories, and observe ornate features.

• Jack Nicklaus Museum Fri., 7/19, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Take an immersive journey into the brilliant career of the golf legend.

• Buckeye Lake Day Trip

T hu., 8/30, 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Explore the history of Buckeye Lake: visit its history museum and dine at Buckeye Lake Winery.

Lunch & Learn

• Estate Planning Fri., 7/12; 11 a.m.-Noon

Ensure your wishes and goals are followed at end of life.

• Hearing Health Fri., 8/16; 11 a.m.-Noon

Dining Trips ¤ $

Lunch Bunch: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

• Houlihan’s: Tue., 7/2

• The Morgan House: Wed., 7/25

• The Olympic Diner: Thu., 8/1

• Matt the Miller’s: Tue., 8/13

Supper Club: 4-8 p.m.

• Carfagna’s: Mon., 7/8

• Ann & Tony’s: Thu., 8/15

• Bonefish Grill: Mon., 8/19

Entertainment

• Musical Happy Hour ¤ $ Tue., 8/27, 1:30-4 p.m.

Experience a fun afternoon of music and happy hour with appetizers at Grove City Senior Living.

• Movie Fun: Yesterday (2019; PG-13) Fri., 7/26, 1-3 p.m.

A struggling musician wakes up in an alternate reality as the only person who heard of The Beatles.

Learn to preserve hearing and the risks of untreated hearing loss. ⎘

See page 11 for the list of Parks & Rec. classes for July and August.

Evans Center Annual Membership

Make a great value even better: be a part of something special with an annual membership to The Evans Center! The $15 annual (covers January-December) fee pays for itself in a few weeks with just access to the Fitness Room.

Benefits include:

• First access to register for 55+ classes with the ability to sign up the Friday before it opens to the general public.

• Full access to the Fitness Room (a $120 per year value!).

• Discounted fee for select classes.

• Invitation to a members-only gala.

For more information, stop in the Evans Center or call 614-277-1060.

Support Groups

Unfortunately, dealing with health problems whether experiencing it oneself or being a caretaker for a loved one is often a part of getting older as is dealing with grief.

Meeting with others who are facing similar challenges can help individuals navigate difficulties.

The Evans Center hosts several support groups that meet monthly and are open to all adults.

• Parkinson’s Caregiver Support 1st Mondays at 6:30 p.m.

• Alzheimer’s Support 3rd Tuesdays at 7 p.m.

• Life After Loss 2nd Wednesday at 10 a.m.

COTA//Plus: Free Rides!

Grove City residents aged 55 and older and those with disabilities can now enjoy fee-free transportation using COTA//Plus!

The popular program, which grew in ridership by 38% in 2023, has expanded from offering trips for $2 to fare-free for eligible riders. Each rider can be accompanied by an aide also riding for free.

Registered riders take advantage of the point-to-point mobility service by using a phone app to request a pickup at a service-area location for transport within the area. Riders can also call to set an appointment.

COTA//Plus operates weekdays, 5 :30 a.m.-8 p.m.

Contact

614-308-4400

DAILY ACTIVITIES

Park Updates and Development

The City of Grove City strives to add to, improve and maintain parks and recreation facilities throughout the city. This includes expansion of the system of multi-use paths linking recreational, residential and commercial areas of Grove City.

Current Projects

Evans Center D

• Kitchen Renovation: installation of new kitchen flooring, cabinets and counter tops; painting of walls; and placement of a new entrance sign

Gantz Park )

• Reconstruction of tennis courts including new foundation and groundwork

Grant-Sawyer Homestead I

• Historical restoration of the carriage house

Recently Completed

The Park at Beulah 2

• Finish Line Shelter (2,500-square-foot open-air shelter)

• Paddock Shelter (2,500-square-foot open-air shelter with plumbed restrooms)

→Rental dates to be announced

Windsor Park =

• Irrigation improvements to Field #6

• Buddy Ball complex sidewalk extension

See page 13 for a map of park and facility locations.

Upcoming Projects

The Big Splash "

• Improvement to pool shell and filtration system

• Painting of features and slide tower

• Install new sunshades

• Update bathrooms

• Update mechanical and pump house

Gantz Park )

• Preschool programming building (bid approved)

Windsor Park =

• Lighted paved parking lot

• Replacement of baseball scoreboards and dugouts

• Install batting cage

• Install basketball courts

Fryer Park (

• Paved extension connecting diamonds to main path.

• Installation of turf on West Pod Fields #1 & #4 .

• Grading and drainage improvements in all outfields

• New dugouts for all fields

• Shade structures for bleachers

• New maintenance building for Community Gardens

• Park sign replacement

• Update to Century Village Garden

• Structural correction to Bob Evans Barn

PRESCHOOL

RecSchool

Ages: 3-5

September-May

PlayTots I

Ages: 2-3 with an Adult

Fri., 9/8-5/17; 9 :15-10:15 a.m.

YOUTH

Fun Friday

Grades: Completed K-4

Fri., 7/12, 9 a.m.-Noon

Fri., 7/19, 9 a.m.-Noon

Parent’s Night Out!

Ages: 5-10

Fri., 8/16, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Modern Dance

Ages: 6-10

Thu., 7/11-8/15, 6 :30-7:15 p.m.

Gymnastics

Ages: 5-6

Thu., 7/11-8/8, 6-6:30 p.m.

Ages: 7-8

Thu., 7/11-8/8, 6:30-7 p.m.

Parkour

Ages: 5-6

Tue., 7/9-8/6, 6:15-7 p.m.

Ages: 6

Mon., 7/8-8/5, 5 :45-6:30 p.m.

Ages: 7-8

Mon., 7/8-8/5, 6 :30-7:15 p.m.

Tue., 7/9-8/6, 7-7:45 p.m.

Karate Peewee Beginner Ages: 4-7

Mon., 7/8-8/12, 5-5 :30 p.m.

Wed., 7/10-8/14, 5-5 :30 p.m.

Karate Peewee Advanced Ages: 4-7

Mon., 7/8-8/12, 5 :30-6 p.m.

Wed., 7/10-8/14, 5 :30-6 p.m.

Karate Beginners

Ages: 8/up

Mon., 7/8-8/12, 6-7 p.m. Wed., 7/10-8/14, 6-7 p.m.

JULY-AUGUST CLASS INDEX

Gymnastics

Ages: 3

Thu., 7/11-8/8, 5-5:30 p.m.

Ages: 4 Thu., 7/11-8/8, 5:30-6 p.m.

Karate Advanced Ages: 8/up

Mon., 7/8-8/12, 7-8 p.m. Wed., 7/10-8/14, 7-8 p.m.

Peewee Tennis Lessons Ages: 4-7

Mon.-Wed., 7/1-7/10, 8-8:45 a.m. Mon.-Wed., 7/1-7/10, 4-4:45 p.m.

Tue.-Thu., 7/23-7/25, 6-7 p.m.

Beginner Tennis Lessons Ages: 8-15

Mon.-Wed., 7/1-7/10, 4 :45-5:45 p.m.

Intermediate Tennis Lessons Ages: 10-17

Mon.-Wed., 7/1-7/10, 5 :45-6:45 p.m.

Tennis Mini-camp Ages: 8-15

Tue.-Thu., 7/23-7/25, 4-6 p.m.

Mon.-Thu., 7/29-8/1, 8 :30-10:30 a.m.

Tennis Serving Clinic Ages: 8-15

Mon.-Thu., 7/29-8/1, 10 :30-11:30 a.m.

Ukulele Classes Ages: 6/up

Mon.-Wed., 7/29-7/31, 11-11:50 a.m.

Can You Drum That Song? Ages: 8-13

Wed., 7/17, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Illuminated Rhythms Ages: 8-13

Thu., 7/18, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Swiftie Drummers Unite Ages: 8-13

Sat., 7/20, 2-3 p.m.

Parkour

Ages: 4-5

Mon., 7/8-8/5, 5-5:45 p.m.

Modern Dance Ages: 3-5

Thu., 7/11-8/15, 6-6 :30 p.m.

Tuning into the Rhythm Ages: 8-13

Wed., 7/24, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Hummingbird

Feeder & Swing Ages: 6-9

Mon., 7/5, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Ahoy Captain Ages: 5-10

Wed., 7/10, 4:15-5:15 p.m.

Bug Hotel Ages: 6-9

Mon., 7/22, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Christmas in July Ages: 5-10

Thu., 7/25, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Sea Turtles Ages: 5-10

Wed., 8/7, 4:15-5:15 p.m.

Slimetopia 3:

Slime Chefs on Deck Ages: 7-12

Mon.-Thu., 8/12-8/15, 9 a.m.-Noon

Acting Class with Showcase Ages: 7-16

Thu., 7/11-8/15, 6-6:50 p.m.

Big Art Ages: 6-9

Thu., 7/11-7/25, 5-5:45 p.m. Ages: 6-9

Thu., 8/8-8/29, 5-5:45 p.m.

Amazing Artists Ages: 8-12

Thu., 7/11-7/25, 6-6:45 p.m.

Ages: 8-12

Thu., 8/8-8/29, 6-6:45 p.m.

Colorful Canvas Ages: 10-14

Tue., 7/23, 6:30-8 p.m.

Tue., 8/27, 6:30-8 p.m.

Cooking Camp I Ages: 6-7

Mon.-Wed., 7/15-7/17, 10-11:30 a.m.

Cooking Camp II

Ages: 6-7

Mon.-Wed., 7/29-7/31, 10-11:30 a.m.

ADULT

Yoga

Tue., 7/9-7/30, 6-7 p.m.

Tue., 8/6-8/27, 6-7 p.m.

Blacksmithing 101: Introduction

Sat., 7/27, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Sat., 8/24, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Floral Painting Ages: 16/up

Tue., 8/20, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Landscape Painting Ages: 16/up

Tue., 7/16, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

55+

Patriotic Party

Wed., 7/3, 1-3 p.m. (Veterans free)

Pizza Palooza Game Night Fri., 8/9, 1-3 p.m.

National Senior Citizens Day Resource Fair ƒ

Wed., 8/21, 9 a.m.-Noon

Lunch & Learn: Estate Planning ƒ Fri., 7/12, 11 a.m.-Noon

Lunch & Learn:

Hearing Health & Untreated Hearing Loss Fri., 8/16, 11 a.m.-Noon

Movie Fun: Yesterday ƒ (2019; PG-13)

Fri., 7/26, 1-3 p.m.

Chair Volleyball ƒ

Mon., Wed., 7/1-7/31, 1-2 p.m.

No class: 7/3

Mon., Wed., 8/5-8/28, 1-2 p.m.

No class: 8/21

Crafts, Creativity & Conversations

Wed., 7/24, 10 a.m.-Noon Wed., 8/28, 10 a.m.-Noon

Tai Chi

Tue., 7/2-7/23, 10-11 a.m. Tue., 8/6-8/27, 10-11 a.m.

Kids Jar-cuterie Ages: 6-9

Thu., 8/1, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Salsa Ages: 6-9

Tue., 8/20, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Victorian Gardens & Crafts

Tue., 8/6, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Fresh Kitchen Herb Wreath Thu., 8/15, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Tea 101 Thu., 7/18, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Garden Focaccia Tue., 7/23, 6:30-8 p.m.

Quick Sauces from Fresh Herbs Thu., 7/25, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Senior Exercise

Mon., Wed., 7/1-7/31, 9-10 a.m.

No class: 7/3 Mon., Wed., 8/5-8/28, 9-10 a.m.

No class: 8/21

Senior Yoga Thu., 7/11-7/25, 11 a.m.-Noon Thu., 8/8-8/29, 11 a.m.-Noon

Tech for Seniors ƒ

Weekdays, 10-11 a.m. (by appointment)

Fitness Room Weekdays, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Closed City holidays

Bingo

Thu., 7/11-7/25, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Thu., 8/1-8/29, 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Ohio State House Tour Thu., 7/11, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Buckeye Lake Day Trip Fri., 8/30, 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Jack Nicklaus Museum Fri., 7/19, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Musical Happy Hour Tue., 8/27, 1:30-4 p.m.

Molly Manners Ages: 3-9

Thu., 7/11-8/15, 5-5 :30 p.m.

Ages: 10-16

Thu., 7/11-8/15, 5 :30-6 p.m.

Karate Beginners Ages: 8/up

Mon., 7/8-8/12, 6-7 p.m.

Wed., 7/10-8/14, 6-7 p.m.

Karate Advanced Ages: 8/up

Mon., 7/8-8/12, 7-8 p.m. Wed., 7/10-8/14, 7-8 p.m.

Ukulele Classes Ages: 6/up

Mon.-Wed., 7/29-7/31, 11-11:50 a.m.

Lunch Bunch: Houlihan’s Tue., 7/2, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Lunch Bunch: The Morgan House Thu., 7/25, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Lunch Bunch: The Olympic Diner Thu., 8/1, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Lunch Bunch: Matt the Miller’s Tavern Tue., 8/13, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Supper Club: Carfagna’s Mon., 7/8, 4-8 p.m.

Supper Club: Ann & Tony’s Thu., 8/15, 4-8 p.m.

Supper Club: Bonefish Grill Mon., 8/19, 4-8 p.m.

ƒ = Free

Program Age Groups ■ Preschool (1-4) ■ Youth (5-17) ■ Adaptive

Adult (18+)

55+/Senior

Grove City Parks

Park

Southeast

" The Big Splash/Evans 2831 Southwest Blvd. # Blodwen 2352 Blodwen Circle

$ Breck Community 3005 Demorest Rd.

% Concord Lakes 3606 Lake Mead Dr. & Cread Lawless 3401 Kingston Ave. ' Creekside 2410 Holton Rd. ( Fryer 3899 Orders Rd. ) Gantz

2255 Home Rd. * Henceroth 2075 Mallow Lane + Hennigans Grove 5804 Paul Talbott Circle , Holton Run 5301 Demorest Dr.

Hoover Crossing 2880 Wynridge Dr./ Murfin Trail

Hoover Park 4629 Haughn Rd. / Indian Trails 6190 Buckeye Pkwy.

Keller Farms 1904 Michelle Ct. 1 Meadowgrove 5601 Spring Hill Rd. 2 The Park at Beulah 3700 Glacial Lane 3 Pinnacle Area 2430 Holton Rd. 4 Pinnacle Links North 1243 Pinnacle Club Dr. 5 Pinnacle Links South 5014 Callum Way 6 Scioto Meadows 432 Scioto Meadows Blvd. 7 Sesquicentennial 3247 Park St. 8 Skate 3728 Hoover Road 9 Swearingen 2601 Columbus Street

Town Center Park 3359 Park Street ; Walden Bluff Walden Bluff Ct. < Westgrove 3580 Magnolia St. = Windsor 4330 Dudley Ave./ 4408 Broadway/ Dreamfield: 3400 Ventura Blvd.

B Century Village 4185 Orders Rd.

C Eagle Pavilion 3670 Discovery Dr.

D Evans Center 4330 Dudley Ave.

E Gantz Farmhouse & Gardens 2255 Home Rd.

F George Edge Music Broadway at Park St.

G Grant-Sawyer Home 4126 Haughn Road

H Grove City Gold Star

Families Memorial 3964 Columbus St.

I Grove City Visitors Center & Museum

3378 Park St.

J Kingston Center 3226 Kingston Ave.

Grove City Parks and Rec. Outdoor 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 are available for May 1 through Sept. 30. All other shelters and gazebos are accessible on a first-come basis and are not available for reservation by the public. The Eagle Pavilion in Fryer Park has separate policies from open shelters including no walk-up usage.

For more information, call 614-277-3050 or visit GroveCityOhio.gov.

GANTZ PARK LARGE SHELTER

Size 1,800 square feet

Picnic Tables 12 (2 ADA)

Rental Times & Fees

9 a.m.-3 p.m. or 4-9 p.m.: $75 ($125 NR)

Full Day (9 a.m.-9 p.m.): $125 ($200 NR)

GANTZ PARK SMALL SHELTER

Size 850 square feet

Picnic Tables 6

Rental Times & Fees

9 a.m.-3 p.m. or 4-9 p.m.: $50 ($75 NR)

Full Day (9 a.m.-9 p.m.): $90 ($125 NR)

Parks with Walk-up Shelters

• Blodwen

• Cread Lawless

• Creekside

• Fryer

WINDSOR PARK LARGE SHELTER

Size 1,500 square feet

Picnic Tables 13 (2 ADA)

Rental Times & Fees

9 a.m.-3 p.m. or 4-9 p.m.: $75 ($125 NR)

Full Day (9 a.m.-9 p.m.): $125 ($200 NR)

Size 500 square feet

Picnic Tables 0 Rental Times & Fees

9 a.m.-3 p.m. or 4-9 p.m.: $50 ($75 NR) Full Day (9 a.m.-9 p.m.): $90 ($125 NR)

• Indian Trails

• Keller Farms

• Meadowgrove

• The Park at Beulah

• Scioto Meadows

• Swearingen

• Westgrove

• Windsor

WINDSOR PARK BASEBALL FOR ALL/DREAM FIELD SHELTER

Size 1,500 square feet

Picnic Tables 8 (8 ADA)

Rental Times & Fees

9 a.m.-3 p.m. or 4-9 p.m.: $75 ($125 NR) Full Day (9 a.m.-9 p.m.): $125 ($200 NR)

Outdoor Shelter Reminders

• Reservations are available for May 1-Sept. 30

• Refunds only granted 30 or more days before reservation date.

• Water fountains/flushing toilets are turned off seasonally to protect pipes (approximately Oct. 1-May 1) .

• Restrooms are open to all park users.

• Reservations have priority Police will assist if walk-up occupants refuse to leave Call the non-emergency police number at 614-277-1710.

• Shelters are cleaned early each morning. Be prepared in case conditions are affected by others' use, weather or animals.

• Be courteous! Leave shelters in same or better condition.

• Place all refuse in proper containers.

• Prohibited actions include smoking/vaping of tobacco or marijuana, alcohol use/impairment and pos session of weapons.

• All park laws apply; see Grove Cit y Code Chapter 903.

GANTZ PARK GAZEBO

Registration

bit.ly/gcpReg

24-7

Credit card only

Drop Box, 3226 Kingston Ave. (Rear)

24-7

Check or money order

Payment Methods

• Due to security concerns, payments are not accepted by phone

• Online using a credit card (VISA, MasterCard or Discover Card).

Kingston Center, 3226 Kingston Ave. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday

Credit card, cash, money order, check Ages 1-54

Evans Center, 4330 Dudley Ave.

8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday

Credit card, cash, money order, check Ages 55+

• In person via credit card, cash, money order or check made payable to the Cit y of Grove City.

• Drop box (parking-lot side of the Kingston Center) by check or money order

Fees, Residency Rates & Fair Share Policy

Most activities list two fees with a lower rate for residents. Grove City Parks and Rec. facilities and offerings are funded through property and income taxes; in recognition of this, residents receive a discount.

• A resident is someone whose home address lies within the corporation limits of Grove City or unincorporated Jackson Township

• Please note: this does not include all of ZIP code 43123; the U.S. Postal Service uses ZIP codes to designate the office that delivers mail to an address.

• Verify your rate level at Property.FranklinCountyAuditor.com. Search for your address. Eligible addresses feature a parcel ID that starts with 040 or 160.

• The Fair Share Policy extends eligibility for lower rates to non-residents who pay income tax to the City of Grove City. Proof of employment (e.g., current pay stub showing tax payment) must be confirmed annually.

Confirmation

• No further confirmation regarding registration is made unless there is a change to the time or location. Participants are responsible for being present at the time and location listed.

• View your household’s schedule: log in and select the account tab (top left) to view upcoming classes.

Cancellation by Participant

• Registered participants may cancel before the program starts or materials are ordered. Requests must be in writing (hard copy or email).

• For a full refund for team sports, a request must be made before uniforms are ordered. Decisions on refunds are at the discretion of department personnel.

• Refunds are by check mailed to household or reversal of a credit card charge.

Class/Event

Cancellation

by Department

• Activities are subject to change or cancellation based on participation, instructor availability, weather or building conditions, and public safety concerns. Staff will notify registered participants of changes to classes.

• For day-of updates on events and team sports, call 614-277-3060, monitor social media and visit GroveCityOhio.gov.

The Source

• Every attempt is made to print accurate, complete information. Unfortunately, due to the nature of the publication and the timeline for printing, the guide may include incorrect or incomplete information.

• We apologize for any errors or omissions and encourage you to visit the website and review online offerings for the most up-to-date information.

Photos and Videos

The City of Grove City reserves the right to photograph or otherwise record activities, participants, spectators and park visitors. Images may be used in social media, website, catalogs, brochures, magazines, ads or other print or electronic communications or promotions.

Looking for your photo?

Did you see someone taking photos and want to view them?

• Check EQ@GroveCityParks and EQ@GroveCityOhio.

• Browse the Discover Grove City magazine.

• Visit GroveCityOhio.gov.

Equal Opportunity and Special Populations

Grove City Parks and Rec. is committed to serving the whole community regardless of age, sex, race, color, national origin or religion

Our goal is to include individuals with special needs in existing programs based on need and ability. Individuals or groups serving special populations are welcome to contact the department to make proper arrangements.

The City of Grove City does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to programs or activities. An ADA Coordinator is 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.), prohibiting discrimination on the basis of disability by public agencies. Call 614-277-3050 for information.

Active Transportation Plan

The City of Grove City is drafting an Active Transportation Plan to promote safe, non-motorized transportation within the community.

Grove City received an Ohio Department of Transportation grant to help create an Active Transportation Plan. Walking, biking, riding scooters, and using other non-motorized mobility vehicles are all considered active transportation!

The plan will make it easier for the City to apply for funding to build sidewalks, paths and bike lanes, create new programs, and adopt policies to support active transportation.

Goals for the plan creation process are to:

• Identify ways to make our transportation network safer for cyclists and pedestrians.

• Formalize recent active transportation planning efforts.

• Engage the public and community stakeholders.

• Promote and encourage safe transportation.

Watch for upcoming public outreach opportunities and updates on the status of the Active Transportation Plan meeting dates at bit.ly/GroveCityATP.

Contact Grove City Development

4035 Broadway Grove City, OH 43123

614-277-3004

Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Share your thoughts!

The City is seeking community input regarding the needs and wishes for non-motorized transportation in Grove City.

Complete an online survey at GroveCityOhio.gov and share information on your household’s transportation practices, ways those habits might change with infrastructure changes, and how safe you feel on streets, sidewalks and paths in the city.

The survey includes a map for you to mark the areas you would like more access to, places that should be more accessible for assistive devices, and locations that you feel pose a safety hazard.

Choose to fill out the survey anonymously or share your contact information. Due to the survey format, it is easier to complete it on a computer rather than a cell phone.

Public Service Department

Mosquito Prevention

Mosquitoes can ruin outdoor fun in the summer by causing itchy bites. They also spread diseases like West Nile Disease, encephalitis and heartworm. Grove City contracts with Franklin County Public Health for mosquito control, but residents’ actions make a greater impact by preventing the insects from reproducing. Mosquitoes reproduce in standing water in as few as five days. A single female can lay hundreds of eggs at a time in water as shallow as a quarter-inch. Mosquitoes spend their larval stage in the same water before transitioning to flying, biting adult insects, usually staying in the area.

Prevent or immediately drain/dump out any collected water in your yard, including areas such as old tires and tarps, outdoor furniture and toys, clogged drains and gutters, and flower-pot saucers.

Items where water is intentionally collected such as water barrels, fountains and bird baths can also be breeding areas. Place bacterial larvicides containing Bti (e.g., Mosquito Dunks) that kill larvae but are harmless to people, pets, fish and wildlife in the water. Screens placed on water barrels can prevent insect access.

Franklin County Public Health Mosquito Management

FCPH monitors mosquito population density and tests for disease mid-May through September, and takes action as needed. FCPH inspects hundreds of sites where mosquitoes are known to breed and applies larvicides to standing water to control mosquitoes at their most vulnerable stage. The department also uses traps for surveillance to count adult insects and test for disease When volume reaches a certain density or disease is present, FCPH targets adult mosquitoes by spraying an area by truck.

Citizens can register to receive notifications when spraying will be done in their area, request their address to added to a non-spray list (spray turned off approximately 150 feet from property) and report areas of stagnant water.

Contact Franklin County Public Health

280 East Broad St. Columbus, OH 43215

Garage and Yard Sales

Garage and yard sales are great ways to find deals and keep usable items from the landfill.

To hold a sale, you must have a permit. A permit is free and includes a posting on the city website to help people find it. Each address is limited to two sales per year

Promote a sale with up to three signs: one on your property and two at other locations. Signs must be three square feet or smaller, posted only within 24 hours of the sale, and not placed in the right of way including on sign posts or utility poles.

Local Waste Services

Upcoming Observed Holidays

Collection is delayed one day that week with Friday pickup on Saturday.

• Thu., 7/4 (Independence Day)

• Mon., 9/2 (Labor Day)

Contact

Grove City Public Service

3262 Ventura Blvd. Grove City, OH 43123

614-277-1100

Hours: 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

Grove City Division of Police

Celebrate Summer Safely!

The long, warm days of summer are great for enjoying time with friends at events such as the Grove City Homecoming Celebration and the Grove City High School Alumni Softball Tournament, July 26-28. It can be a fun time for all, but that fun can quickly be ruined by irresponsible drinking. The Grove City Division of Police reminds everyone to be responsible when choosing to partake in alcohol. Here are a few tips to help keep Grove City safe:

1. Plan ahead. Choose a designated driver who will not be drinking.

2. If someone you know has been drinking, don’t let them get behind the wheel. Help them arrange a sober ride.

3. If you plan on drinking, do not drive for any reason. Call an Uber, Lyft, rideshare or a sober friend.

4. Wear your seatbelt. Even if you are responsible, the unexpected can still happen. Protect yourself from an accident caused by impaired drivers, objects in the roadway, animals and mechanical failures.

5. If you see an impaired driver on the road, please call 911.

6. Even if not driving, do not drink so much you cannot make good decisions or safely arrive home.

Traveling This Summer?

Follow these tips to ensure a safe and fun vacation for all!

• Do not leave a child in a car unattended.

• Never leave valuables in your car and always lock the doors.

• Never drive drowsy. Always make sure you are well rested and feel comfortable driving. If your road trip is lengthy, consider switching with another driver.

• If no one is staying at your home, ensure all entryways including windows are locked and your lights are on a timer.

• Don’t let people know your home is unoccupied! Wait to post vacation photos to social media until are home, and have someone pick up your mail.

The Grove City Division of Police provides a home-check service to give residents increased peace of mind while out of town. Register and while you are gone, officers will check your home, as time permits, and notify you if something is disturbed. Complete the form online bit.ly/GCPDHouseCheck

Local Alumni at

the Grove City Division of Police

Did you know that the Grove City Division of Police employs many hometown residents?

A total of 15 employees grew up in Grove City and graduated from Grove City, Central Crossing and Grove City Christian high schools.

If you or someone you know is interested in a career with law enforcement, look to your hometown! Send an email to PoliceRecruitment @GroveCityOhio.gov or call 614-277-1809 to arrange a visit.

National Night Out

Tue., 8/6; 6-8 p.m. Town Center Park

Join the fun as Grove City Police host community groups to offer activities, interactions and giveaways.

Contact

Grove City Safety Complex 3360 Park St. Grove City, OH 43123

• Emergency: 911

• Non-emergency: 614-277-1710

• Public Records: 614-277-1714

• Fax: 614-277-1717

• Mayor’s Court: 614-277-1715