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Civil War cemetery tour
A cemetery tour of Civil War graves will be held June 18 at the Groveport Cemetery at 7 p.m. Learn about the military graves located in the cemetery from historian Don Porter. Meet at the log house. For information call (614) 836-3333.
Civil War encampment
A Civil War encampment will take place in Groveport's Heritage Park on Wirt Road beginning June 20 at 8 p.m. See Union and Confederate troops camped along the banks of Palm Pond and join in a community bonfire. This event is free. For information call (614) 836-3333.
Dad's day
Fathers will receive special rates on Father's Day (June 21) with your dad at the Groveport Aquatic Center and Groveport Recreation Center. Fathers accompanying a child/children to either facility will pay only $4. Normal admission applies to all other patrons. For information visit www.groveportrec.com or call (614) 836-1000.
Appreciation weeks
The Groveport Aquatic Center is showing its appreciation for police officers, active military personnel and firefighters this summer by offering Appreciation Weeks with free admission to: police officers (June 21-27); active military (July 5 -11); and firefigthers (July 12 -18). Other members in the immediate party receive a $2 discount on the normal daily fee.
Photo contest
The Groveport Parks and Recreation Department's Summer 2009 Photo Contest's theme is "Celebrating Hometown." Subject matter must be taken within the Groveport area and includes some kind on recreational aspect and or nature of the area. Entry fee is $5 per entry (one entry per person). Deadline for submission is June 29. For information visit the Groveport Recreation Center or go online to www.groveportrec.com.
Groveport Senior Center
The Groveport Senior Center, located in the Groveport Recreation Center, 7370 Groveport Road, offers the following:
•Mondays -play bridge at 11:30 a.m. or progressive euchre at 12:30 p.m.
•Tuesdays - double deck pinochle at 12:30 p.m.
•Wednesdays - all - noon: poker, quilting; 5 p.m.: double deck pinochle; fourth Wednesday - 10 a.m. - Super Game Day.
•Thursdays - all - 9:30 a.m. - crafts; 11:45 a.m. - lunch; first Thursday, 10 a.m. - Game Day; 12:30 p.m. - hand & foot; second Thursday - 9 a.m. to noon - county nurse; 12:30 p.m. - business meeting; 1 p.m. - hand & foot; third Thursday, 12:30 p.m. - cash bingo, hand & foot following bingo; fourth Thursday, 12:30 p.m. - euchre, hand & foot.
•Fridays offer bowling at Eastland Lanes at 9 a.m. and poker at 6 p.m.
•Saturdays progressive euchre at 6 p.m.
•Sundays are to just come in and relax.
For information call 836-4599. Annual memberships to the Senior Center are $6.
Heritage Nature Center
The following programs are offered at the Heritage Nature Center at the log house in Heritage Park on Wirt Road in Groveport. For information call 836-3333.
•June 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Groveport's Annual Nature Fair. Enjoy crafts, demonstrations, exhibits, a petting zoo and a ride in a hay wagon.
•June 15 at 10 a.m. - Preschoolers: Turtle Time. Listen to a story, make a craft, look at the naturalist's turtle friends, and walk along the edge of Palm Pond to spy for these armored reptiles.
•June 20 at 8 p.m. - Summer Campfire. Come to Palm Pond for the official first day of summer evening campfire. Bring a snack and seating.
•June 27 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Three Creeks Fest. Enjoy hands on activities, displays and recreational fun. Meet at Bixby Road pavilion at Three Creeks Metro Park.
Groveport Garden Club
The Groveport Garden Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month at Groveport Zion Lutheran Church, 6014 Groveport Road, Groveport. The club welcomes anyone interested in gardening. For information call Virginia Myers, 836-5456.
South High reunion
Columbus South High School's class of 1959 will hold its 50th reunion on Aug. 7, 8, and 9 at Deer Creek State Park Lodge. Members of the January class not contacted may reach Jo-Ann Carter Smith at (614) 414-0367. Members of the June class may contact George Poppy at (740) 927-6799.
Groveport Relay for Life
The Groveport Relay for Life will be held June 26-27 at the Groveport Recreation Center from 6 p.m. to noon. This year's fundraising goal is $30,000. For information about the event or how to register teams or individuals, e-mail tykraft20@aol.com or call (740) 603-2344. Committee and team captains meetings are held the second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at the Groveport Recreation Center.
Summer Lunch Program
The Summer Lunch Program is coming back to Groveport Madison this summer. The program, sponsored by the Ohio State Department of Education, is designed for children ages 0 to 18. The program will be at Middle School North (Sedalia) and at Middle School South (Glendening). Volunteers are needed a day or two each week from 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. during the summer. To volunteer, contact Donna Drury at 920-0398.
Get fit
Every Monday and Thursday at 6:15 p.m. low-impact aerobics is offered at the Groveport Recreation Center 7370 Groveport Road. Also offered is a strength and toning class every Friday at 10 a.m. Drop in rates $5/$6 or save money with a Fitness Freedom Pass purchased at the front desk. You do not need to be a member of the Groveport Recreation Center to take classes. Call Kathy Frank at 836-5800.
Nature Fair
Groveport's annual Nature Fair will be held June 13 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Heritage Park, 551 Wirt Road. The event features nature programs, Metro Parks, hay rides, petting zoo, crafts, face painting, and displays. Call 836-3333.
Civil War exhibits/activities
Groveport will host several Civil War activities and events in June including a month long exhibit of Civil War artifacts and memorabilia in the art gallery of Groveport Town Hall, 648 Main St. Other Civil War activities include:
•June 9 - Just for Kids: board games and toys from the Civil War era at 7 p.m. at Groveport Town Hall. Free.
•June 10 - Lecture by a Civil War doctor; a re-enactor will describe surgeries and medical care at 7 p.m. at Groveport Town Hall. Free.
•June 18 - Learn about military graves in the Groveport Cemetery at 7 p.m.
•June 19-21 - Civil War encampment: See how Civil War soldiers set up their camps at Heritage Park, 551 Wirt Road.
•June 20 - Just for Kids: Kids can get a Father's Day photo with a Civil War re-enactor and then create a refrigerator magnet at Groveport Town Hall at 10 a.m. Cost is $2 for residents and $3 for non-residents.
•June 30 - Meet Governor Dennison: Hear a free lecture by a Civil War re-enactor portraying Ohio's Governor Dennison, who was governor during the Civil War at 7 p.m. at Groveport Town Hall. Sponsored by the Groveport Heritage Society.
For information call (614) 836-3333.
Summer concerts
The Center for Groveport Madison Human Needs will host summer concerts at 7 p.m. on Sundays at Groveport's Heritage Park on Wirt Road. Bring a blanket or chair and a picnic dinner. All concerts are free with a free will collection to benefit the Center. Concessions available from other local area non-profits. Interested non-profits should contact Go Groveport at 836-7939. For information visit www.gogroveport.com. The concert line up:
•June 7 - Americana Community Choir & All Sing
•June 28 - to be determined
•July 12 - SolaFide and Gospel Roadmaster's (Gospel)
•July 26 - Oblivion Fire (rock and roll)
•Aug. 9 - CityFolk, (acoustic band)
•Aug. 23 - Z Sharp Band (big band/swing)
Groveport Farmers' Market and Picnic in the Park
The "Groveport Farmers' Market and More" operates every Thursday from June through August from 4:30-6:30 p.m. on the front lawn of Groveport Elementary, 715 Main St.
Come to the market on the third Thursday each month for Picnic in the Park from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, pack a picnic dinner or purchase one from featured vendor OD on BBQ. Entertainment will include
•June 18 - Jayz Jamz vocal duo of Greg Dickson & Judy Booth who sing music from the 50s, 60s & 70s with some classic rock & roll and country.
•July 16 - Rosebriar Shakespeare Company performs one of their latest live theater productions.
•Aug. 20 - Roger & Ann Tedrow play folk, gospel and old country music on their hammer dulcimer and guitar.
For information contact Go Groveport at 836-7939 or online at www.gogroveport.com
Groveport Fourth of July
Groveport's Fourth of July parade will begin at 1:30 p.m. on July 4 and travel from Glendening Drive, south on Hendron Road, and then proceed east on Main Street.
Fireworks will be held at dusk on July 4. The fireworks will be fired from Palm Pond in Heritage Park on Wirt Road.
Youth choral
A youth choral group for elementary students and teenagers will start June 12 at Groveport KidSpace Building, 630 Wirt Rd, at 8 p.m. This five week series costs $20 (and an additional $5 for a t-shirt.) Register at (614) 836-3333.
Aromatherapy class
An aromatherapy class will be held June 24 at 7 p.m. at Groveport Town Hall, 648 Main St. This class is for beginners. Cost is $15 for residents and $16 for non-residents. Call (614) 836-3333.
Sign language classes
Sign language classes for kids will begin June 12 at Groveport KidSpace Building, 630 Wirt Road. Cost is $10 for six weeks Register at (614) 836-3333.
Learn guitar
Guitar lessons for ages 7 to adult will start June 12 at Groveport KidSpace Building, 630 Wirt Rd. Cost is $25 plus $1 for music. Students must bring their own guitar (electric or accoustic.) To register, call (614) 836-3333.
High school athletes' summer training
The Groveport Recreation Center, 7370 Groveport Road, is offering a new membership classification for high school students who need a place to train over the summer.
"The program was developed due to the current economic conditions," said Parks and Recreation Director Kyle Lund. "Many high school students or their parents may not have the financial resources to commit to a long term membership. Also, many high school athletes may not be able to get to their school's facilities during certain hours due to other commitments, like a summer job. Many of our existing members do not workout inside the facility as often in the summer so our facility is able to accommodate more members in the summer."
The high school student summer membership runs from June 1 to Sept. 1 and can be for one to four months. Village residents pay $14 a month while non-residents pay $21. For information call 836-1000.
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