pickerington community calendar february/march 2020 Through April 26 Decorative Arts Center of Ohio presents Tell Me a Story Where the Bad Girl Wins: The Life & Art of Barbara Shermund Decorative Arts Center of Ohio, 145 E. Main St., Lancaster, www.decartsohio.org
Barbara Shermund was one of the first cartoon artists to work for The New Yorker starting in 1925. Learn and witness her fiercely feminist works that were rarely seen in an era of male-dominated cartoon artists.
Feb. 1-29 Free Yoga with Darlene Every Saturday, 8-9 a.m., Epiphany Lutheran Church, 268 Hill Rd. N., www.pickeringtonchamber.com
Start your Saturday mornings off in total zen during this free event. From deep breathing to tall stretches, you’ll feel relaxed and ready to take on the weekend.
Feb. 2 Beers & Bluegrass 3-6 p.m., Combustion Brewery & Taproom, 80 W. Church St., www.combustionbrewing.org
The first Sunday of every month, enjoy afternoon live music at this local joint. February features The Coal Cave Hollow Boys, a local band that won the Ohiobased 2019 Pinecastle Records National Bluegrass Band Competition.
Feb. 4 Craft It! Rustic Home Sign 6:30-7:30 p.m., Sycamore Plaza Library, 7861 Refugee Rd., www.pickeringtonlibrary.libnet.info
Just as the website says, bring out your inner Joanna Gaines with this farmhouse-inspired home sign. Enjoy the company of other crafters and get inspired by their creations, too. All supplies will be provided.
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Feb. 8 All Ages Canvas Painting – Penguin Love
COSI Science Spots
2:30 p.m., Picktown Art Works, 140 W. Borland St., Suite 400, www.picktownartworks.com
Embrace the winter season by learning new artistic skills. Paint adorable penguins as they hug in the snow.
Feb. 8 William T. Sherman’s 200th Birthday Party 6-10 p.m., The Mill Event Center, 431 S. Columbus St., Lancaster, www.visitfairfieldcounty.org
Born in Lancaster on Feb. 8, 1820, Sherman was an American Civil War general who successfully led Union forces. In honor of his heroic legacy, enjoy an evening of appetizers, birthday cake, music, trivia, a Civil War costume contest and reenactment performances.
Feb. 11 Pickerington Ridgeview Junior High School presents Heart Strings Orchestra Concert 6 p.m., location TBD, www.pickerington.k12.oh.us
Enjoy an evening of music as all orchestras at Ridgeview present works.
Feb. 13 and March 12 Pickerington Farmers’ Market – Indoor
Feb. 15 Pickerington Public Library and the Great Backyard Bird Count 2-4 p.m., Coyote Run, 9270 Pickerington Rd. N.W., www.pickeringtonlibrary.libnet.info
The PPL will partner with Coyote Run to participate in the 23rd annual Great Backyard Bird Count. Learn about different birds and their natural habitats at this nature-loving event.
Feb. 16 Valentine Tea at the Georgian 3-4:30 p.m., The Georgian Museum, 105 E. Wheeling St., Lancaster, www.visitfairfieldcounty.org
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at this cozy tea party. Tickets start at $35 per person and sell fast.
Feb. 19 and March 18 Mike Poyer Live Acoustic 5 p.m., Hangry City Grille & Spirits, 1252 Hill Rd. N., www.hangrycity.net
Second Thursdays, 4-8 p.m., Combustion Brewery & Taproom, 80 W. Church St., www.pickeringtonvillage.com
Listen to great music while munching down on delicious bites.
Farmers’ markets aren’t just for the summer. Held the second Thursday of each month until May, mark your calendar for the upcoming events.
Feb. 21-23 Garret Players present The Murderous Mansion of Mr. Uno
Feb. 15 American Red Cross Blood Drive
Whodunit? Enjoy this deadly comedy by Don Zolldis.
9 a.m.-5 p.m., Pickerington Public Library Main, 201 Opportunity Way, www.pickeringtonlibrary.libnet.info
For more information or to schedule an appointment call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit www.redcrossblood.org, sponsor code PickeringtonLibrary.
Fairfield Country District Library, 219 N. Broad St., Lancaster, www.garretplayers.org
Feb. 22 COSI Science Spots 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Pickerington Public Library Main, 201 Opportunity Way, www.pickeringtonlibrary.libnet.info
COSI is coming to the PPL! Play, explore and learn about science at the numerous hands-on kiosks during this event. www.pickeringtonmagazine.com
