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Letter Carrier’s Stamp Out Hunger Campaign

Donations to food pantries are highest around the holidays and through winter months. Unfortunately, donations decrease during spring and summer. The annual Letter Carrier's Stamp Out Hunger Campaign helps restock food pantries! The need for food donations is a constant though - especially in … [Read more...] about Letter Carrier’s Stamp Out Hunger Campaign

Cedar Point: Free admission for Military appreciation May 22-25

Cedar Point is honoring the service and sacrifice of U.S. military members and veterans during Military Appreciation Days, happening Friday, May 22 through Monday, May 25, 2026. In recognition of Memorial Day Weekend, eligible guests can enjoy free admission to the park, plus access to … [Read more...] about Cedar Point: Free admission for Military appreciation May 22-25

Free admission Memorial Day Weekend for Kings Island Military Appreciation

Kings Island is honoring our nation’s heroes with Military Appreciation Days this Memorial Day Weekend, from Friday, May 22 through Monday, May 25, 2026. It’s the park’s way of saying thank you to the men and women who have served — and continue to serve — in the U.S. Armed Forces. They can also … [Read more...] about Free admission Memorial Day Weekend for Kings Island Military Appreciation

Columbus Underground Urban Living Tour – May 3

Want to see what's like to live in the downtown Columbus? Have you driven by new and renovated homes and apartments in Columbus and wondered what they look like inside? The Urban Living Tour organized by Columbus Underground is the perfect chance to get a glance at city living. Urban Living … [Read more...] about Columbus Underground Urban Living Tour – May 3

Family Funday at the Columbus Commons during Memorial Weekend

Bring the family out for a good time at the Columbus Commons for Family Funday on Saturday, May 23, 2026 from 12 pm - 4 pm. Enjoy free family-friendly games, crafts, face painting, carousel rides, live music, inflatables and more.   More fun events include:  Face … [Read more...] about Family Funday at the Columbus Commons during Memorial Weekend

Memorial Day Parades and Ceremonies around Columbus

Memorial Weekend is often celebrated as the first long weekend of the Summer, when weather has finally warmed up. There are Memorial Day events and ceremonies around Columbus to honor our heroes. Make sure you take time to remember those who gave their lives for our country this Memorial … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Parades and Ceremonies around Columbus

Westerville Field of Heroes during Memorial Day Weekend

Westerville Field of Heroes is a Memorial Day tradition that honors and remembers our heroes. The annual Field of Heroes, presented by the Westerville Sunrise Rotary Club, offers multiple experiences from May 22-25, 2026. The event is at the Westerville Sports Complex at the corner of … [Read more...] about Westerville Field of Heroes during Memorial Day Weekend

Summer Wine Festival in Downtown Columbus

The Columbus Summer Wine Festival is on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at McFerson Commons Park (Arena District) in downtown Columbus.  It's a perfect event if you love wine, wine spritzers, and hard seltzers. With a variety to sample, festival-goers are sure to find something they love. In … [Read more...] about Summer Wine Festival in Downtown Columbus

Herb Day in Gahanna, the Herb Capital of Ohio

The Ohio Herb Education Center in Gahanna is celebrating Herb Day on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Gahanna Herb Day One of the main features of the day is the plant sale. There will also be vendors in the marketplace featuring herbal and Ohio-made products, tours, … [Read more...] about Herb Day in Gahanna, the Herb Capital of Ohio

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