Topiary Park announces summer lineup of free events
Break out the calendar for more events this summer. | Photo via Topiary Park
Summer is just around the corner + Topiary Park is looking to be in tip-top shape once the new season arrives. The local park in the Discovery District just announced a lineup of events from June to September and we’re here to tell you what’s up.
Take “easy like Sunday morning” to the fullest extent with food trucks, live music, and games from 1-4 p.m. each Sunday from June through August. Plus, most of the fun will happen in Kaufman Plaza, which is nearby the Columbus Metropolitan Library’s main branch.
Unwind + find your inner zen each Tuesday in June with Daron Larson, a local mindfulness speaker, teacher, and coach. Each session from 6-7 p.m. and all experience levels are welcome.
Find various bushes that have been carved into sculptures at Topiary Park. | Photo via Topiary Park
This once-a-month class is a relaxing way to start a Saturday as each session begins at 11 a.m. Classes are taught by an expert from Replenish Spa, a local business and co-op, and run from June through September.
Grab a lawn chair + some blankets because it’s movie night every fourth Friday this summer. Movies start at 9:15 p.m., and food trucks will be on site beforehand. We’ll be the first to say it — this lineup rocks:
June 23: “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off”
July 28: “Grand Budapest Hotel”
August 25: “Grease”
Events
Monday, May 29
Memorial Day Run | Monday, May 29 | 8:30 a.m. | Reed Road Park, 3855 Reed Rd., Upper Arlington | $25-$40 | Run this 5K that has been a tradition since 1971.
Tuesday, May 30
Creative Critters | Tuesday, May 30 | 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Terra Gallery, 6631 Dale Dr., Dublin | $35-$64 | This hands-on class will teach kids how to paint animals like owls and wolves.
Wednesday, May 31
Columbus Crew vs. Colorado Rapids | Wednesday, May 31 | 7:30 p.m. | Lower.com Field, 96 Columbus Crew Way, Arena District | $24-$493 | Cheer on the local soccer club in the final home game of May.
Thursday, June 1
Boozy Spelling Bee | Thursday, June 1 | 7-10 p.m. | Sotto Terra, 610 Neil Ave., Columbus | $15 | Test your spelling abilities while slightly inebriated.
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Memorial Day, honoring US military personnel who died in the line of duty. It is a federal holiday, meaning civic offices, most state offices, banks, and public libraries will be closed. Stop by the National Veteran’s Memorial and Museum for a remembrance ceremony.
Health
OhioHealth announced plans for a $10 million neuroscience center at 1480 W. Lane Ave. in Upper Arlington. The local healthcare provider is hopeful to open this 55,000-sqft facility in spring 2024. (Columbus Business First)
Open
After a month of anticipation, the new 110-ft adventure sky wheel at the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium is now open. The massive Ferris wheel officially opened to the public on Saturday, May 27 + glows in the CBUS night sky with 24 gondolas and LED lights.
Watch
Ohio Stadium + Amazon partnered to create a new grab-and-go concessions stand for games and concerts. Visitors can sign in with a credit card then scan their hand to enter an area full of refreshments. Once finished, customers can leave freely + their card will be charged accordingly. (The Columbus Dispatch)
Kids
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Hot dog or hamburger? For this veg head, I’m all about plant-based hot dogs. And apparently I’m not alone, because this report from 2017 says 800+ hot dogs are devoured every second on Memorial Day in the US. I can’t tell if that’s gross, or impressive. Maybe both?
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