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pickerington community calendar december 2020/january 2021

Through Feb. 28, 2021 Russian Decorative Arts from the Tsars to the USSR

Decorative Arts Center of Ohio, 145 E. Main St., Lancaster www.decartsohio.org From the decadence of the tsars to the destitute communist rule years, Russian history is filled with contradictions. During the Bolshevik Revolution (1917-1945), a significant amount of Russian-made art was destroyed, lost or taken from the country. For the first time, curator Michael Reese will display his incredible private collection.

Through Dec. 15 Santa’s Mailbox

Pickerington City Hall, 100 Lockville Rd. www.pickerington.net A North Pole Express mailbox will be placed in front of City Hall for children to write Santa Claus and his helpers a letter for Christmas. Please include the child’s name and return address so Santa can write back.

Dec. 4-18 Dorothy Steiger Memorial Mitten Tree

Pickerington City Hall, 100 Lockville Rd. www.pickerington.net The 30th Annual Dorothy Steiger Memorial Mitten Tree will be at City Hall. Drop off your new or gently used mittens, gloves, hats and scarves and they will be donated to Fairfield County Job and Family Services and then distributed to children and families in need.

Dec. 5 Toy Drive Collection Drive

8 a.m.-3 p.m., Fire Station 592 8700 Refugee Rd. NW www.violet.oh.us The Violet Township Fire Department will host a drive-thru toy collection event and will accept a new gift, gift card or cash donation.

Dec. 6 Santa Land–A World of Hopes & Dreams

3-5 p.m., 7-8 p.m., Crossroads Ministry Center, 2095 W. Fair Ave., Lancaster www.visitfairfieldcounty.org Meet Santa and his friends. Enjoy Christmas displays and trail layouts.

CANCELED Breakfast with Santa Olde Village Holiday Gathering

Dec. 7, Jan. 18 Monday Makers

6-6:30 p.m., virtual www.pickeringtonlibrary.org Just in time for holiday gift-giving! This month we are making a personalized ornament. Once you register, you will be contacted to pick up your kit, which will include the Zoom login information.

Dorothy Steiger Memorial Mitten Tree

Dec. 7, Jan. 4 Facebook LIVE Book Chat

6-6:30 p.m., Facebook Live www.pickeringtonlibrary.org Find us on Facebook starting at 6 p.m. on the first Monday of every month. New books are featured at every LIVE event!

Events subject to change due to health concerns. Consult websites for details and updates.

Are you a Senior in need of a little help?

Submit Your Event Do you have an event you would like to submit to our calendar? Send details and photos to bklein@cityscenemediagroup.com.

Dec. 8, Jan. 12 Stitching ‘N the Stacks–Yarn Craft Group

6:30-7 p.m., Facebook Live www.pickeringtonlibrary.org Stitching ‘N the Stacks is virtual! Librarian Laura hosts an informal meet up of experienced and beginner crafters.

Dec. 13 Wood Ornament Painting

2-4 p.m., DogTap Columbus, 96 Gender Rd., Canal Winchester www.studio614.com This two-hour class will walk beginners with no experience through the steps of handpainting their own reversible wood ornaments for the Christmas tree or as gifts for friends and family. Studio 614 will provide its custom cut stencils and plenty of different brushes, paint markers and technique examples. Supplies are included and each guest will paint four ornaments.

Dec. 13 Lancaster Holiday Extravaganza

4-5:45 p.m., The Mill Event Center 431 S. Columbus St. Lancaster, www.paulettesprincessparties.com Enjoy the magic of a holiday extravaganza! There will be singing, dancing and more with Mr. and Mrs Claus and their family of characters. Due to COVID-19, masks and social distancing requirements are in place, but tickets will be refunded if the event is canceled.

Wood Ornament Painting

Dec. 22, Jan 26 Citywide Training & Development

8:30-9:30 a.m., virtual www.pickeringtonchamber.com Join the Pickerington Area Chamber and The City of Columbus Citywide Training and Development Center every fourth Tuesday of the month from now through September 2021 for a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Virtual Education series. Each month will feature a different topic with a fabulous speaker.

Dec. 23-Jan. 3 Pickerington Schools Winter Break

www.Pickerington.k12.oh.us

Jan. 20 Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Lisa Stoklosa, Owner

Pickerington Senior Helper

We provide in-home help with: • Companionship • Meal preparation • Light housekeeping • Grooming and personal care • Shopping/appointments

Call us today! (614) 971-0893 pickseniorhelper.com

For the most recent information on events and hours, visit www.pickeringtonlibrary.org