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As we celebrate Arbor Day on April 26, seize the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our environment. There's no better moment to add a new member to our green family!
By planting a tree, you're not just enhancing the beauty of your surroundings – you're contributing to a healthier ecosystem for generations to come. Trees are nature's unsung heroes, purifying our air, providing sanctuary for wildlife, and reducing our energy bills.
In Columbus, we're dedicated to nurturing a thriving urban forest, and each tree planted brings us closer to our goal of achieving a 40 percent tree canopy cover by 2050. As we mark Arbor Day, let's reaffirm our commitment to this vision and take action to enrich our community with the gift of greenery.
Before digging, prioritize safety and contact the Ohio Utilities Protection Service at 811 or 800-362-2764. Watch some quick and easy tips for how to plant a tree to help it grow!
Join us on Arbor Day as we plant the seeds of a brighter, greener future for Columbus for generations to come!
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Join us for an exhilarating gymnastics meet on Friday, May 3, where youth participants showcase their talents and passion for the sport. Experience the thrill of the competition; warm-ups commence at 4:30 p.m., followed by the main event at 6 p.m. Be part of the excitement at Franklin Park Adventure Center, 1755 East Broad Street, 43203. Admission is just $5 for adults and children are free.
Are you interested in joining our dynamic program or competing in future events? Learn more!
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Get ready to audition for the enchanting production of "The Sound of Music"! Set in Austria on the eve of the Anschluss in 1938, this classical musical tells the tale of young postulant Maria Rainer, whose free spirit has trouble fitting into the rules and regulations of Nonnberg Abbey. Auditions will take place on May 6-8 from 6:30-9 p.m. at the Columbus Performing Arts Center (549 Franklin Ave.). Performances are scheduled for July 24-27; all shows start at 7:30 p.m.
Embrace the opportunity to be part of this captivating musical tale - register to audition for your chance to shine on stage!
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Are you interested in helping lead Columbus into the future? Join us for City Leaders Academy! During this nine-month program, you’ll learn about the inner workings of the City of Columbus, increase your citizenship skills and receive mentoring from City and community leaders. You’ll improve your public speaking, facilitation, teamwork, community awareness and leadership skills, preparing you to become a leader in your community!
Applications for the Class of 2025 are now open and are due by 5 p.m. on Friday, June 14. Columbus residents entering grades 6-9 this fall are eligible; you must maintain a 2.80 GPA. Attendance is crucial, with a mandatory orientation on Sept. 2; monthly meet-ups start on Oct. 19.
Don't miss this chance to shape your community's future - learn more and apply today!
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As National Volunteer Week unfolds, we extend heartfelt gratitude to over 10,000 volunteers enriching the fabric of our Columbus community. From championing conservation efforts to coaching, officiating, and leading classes, their dedication amplifies the impact of our department impact, enhancing the quality of life for residents.
Learn more about how these generous individuals, organizations and businesses give back to our community and how you can join this generous group!
Check out upcoming events below, and explore the events calendar!
"National League of American Pen Women: To Create Takes Courage” Exhibit
April 12-May 18 | Priscilla R. Tyson Cultural Arts Center
"Creative Viewpoints: Art from Central Ohio NLAPW” Exhibit
April 12-May 18 | Priscilla R. Tyson Cultural Arts Center
Mobile Produce Markets
May 2 | 2 p.m. | Barack, Douglas, Glenwood and Sullivant Gardens community centers
Mobile Produce Markets
May 3 | 2 p.m. | Marion Franklin and Scioto Southland community centers
Walk With a Doc
May 4 | 9 a.m. | Woodward Park Community Center
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