BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Pickerington Online - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://pickeringtononline.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Pickerington Online REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711 DTSTAMP:20260528T023310 CREATED:20260507T153009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T175712Z UID:43063-1779408000-1783727999@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:2026 Summer Reading Program - All Ages Essay Contest DESCRIPTION:“What Does America Mean to You?” \nCalling all writing enthusiasts! The Pickerington Public Library is hosting an Essay Contest this summer! Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday\, we want to hear your thoughts\, opinions\, and experiences of living in the United States of America! \nWriters of all ages are invited to reflect\, tell their stories\, and submit an original essay for a chance to win their age category and be a featured guest at the Open Mic Night and Awards Ceremony in August. Prize baskets will be awarded to each winner in the three age groups\, and one overall grand prize winner will win a $200 gift card to the Columbus Association for the Performing Arts. \nAge Categories:\nKids: 0-11\nTeens: 12-17\nAdults: 18+ \nEssay Requirements: \n\nEssays should respond to the theme “What Does America Mean to You?”\n\nClick to view the 2026 Summer Essay Content Judging Rubric\n\n\nSubmissions must include at least one personal experience\, observation\, or example that helps explain the writer’s perspective.\nEssays must be typed.\n\nTeen & Adult essays should be 500–1\,000 words in length.\nKids’ essays do not have a word requirement.\n\n\nEssays must be original work created by the participants. Submissions that contain plagiarized material\, are generated by artificial intelligence tools\, or are written by someone other than the participant may be disqualified at the discretion of the library.\n\nParents of younger children may type the exact words of their child\, if the child is unable to type. We recommend using speech-to-text technology\, if available.\n\n\nBy submitting an essay\, participants grant the library permission to display or publish their work (with first name and last initial) for promotional or educational purposes.\nTyped essays may be dropped off at Pickerington Main Library or Sycamore Plaza Library.\nIn the event of a tie\, the submission with the highest Reflection and Insight score will be selected as the winner\nMay. 22: Contest Opens\nJul. 10: Submission Deadline\nAug. 12: Open Mic Night & Awards\n\nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n Like this:Like Loading… URL:https://pickeringtononline.com/event/2026-summer-reading-program-all-ages-essay-contest/ LOCATION:Pickerington Public Library (Main Branch)\, 201 Opportunity Way\, Pickerington\, OH\, 43147\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Informative Event ORGANIZER;CN="Pickerington Public Library":MAILTO:cbauman@pickeringtonlibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260802 DTSTAMP:20260528T023310 CREATED:20260507T154830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T201829Z UID:43060-1779408000-1785628799@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:2026 Summer Reading Program - Red\, White\, and Read! DESCRIPTION:Join the fun starting May 22 by signing up online to track your progress digitally\, or stop by any library location to register and pick up a paper reading log. Earn rewards for reading\, visiting the library\, and attending programs\, plus entries for a chance to win one of 10 Grand Prizes — through Aug 1. \nThe kickoff event on May 22nd includes an All Ages Essay Contest focusing upon the question “What Does America Mean to You?” \nJune 12-13 is the Children’s Book Sale\, run by the Friends of the Pickerington Public Library to provide more books for younger readers. \nThe conclusion is the Big Summer Celebration with a petting zoo\, inflatables\, Touch-a-Truck\, and More! \nOther events will be included and linked as they are announced. \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n Like this:Like Loading… URL:https://pickeringtononline.com/event/2026-summer-reading-program-red-white-and-read/ LOCATION:Pickerington Public Library (Main Branch)\, 201 Opportunity Way\, Pickerington\, OH\, 43147\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Event for Young Children,Family Event,Informative Event ORGANIZER;CN="Pickerington Public Library":MAILTO:cbauman@pickeringtonlibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T140000 DTSTAMP:20260528T023310 CREATED:20260528T000937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T001923Z UID:43804-1781787600-1781791200@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:The Wild Robot Reading Club DESCRIPTION:For kids entering 3rd – 5th grade\n\n\n\nWe’ll take turns reading aloud\, pause to discuss what’s happening\, and share thoughts\, predictions\, and favorite moments in this surprising journey of survival\, friendship\, and discovery. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat would you do if you woke up alone on a wild island—with no instructions and no one like you in sight? Rising 3rd–5th graders will explore friendship\, adventure\, and teamwork when we dive into The Wild Robot by Peter Brown. \nDuring weekly meetups\, we’ll take turns reading aloud\, pause to talk about what’s happening\, and share our thoughts\, predictions\, and favorite moments. Everyone is encouraged to participate at their own comfort level\, and staff will guide the conversation to keep it fun and welcoming. \nAt the end of each meeting\, participants will be assigned a few chapters to read at home before the next session. When we return\, we’ll discuss what we read and continue the adventure together. We will also include simple activities or crafts connected to the story. \nThis book club is a great way to practice reading\, grow confidence\, and connect with other kids who enjoy great stories. \nRegistration is required. \n  \n\n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n Like this:Like Loading… URL:https://pickeringtononline.com/event/the-wild-robot-reading-club-june-18-2026/ LOCATION:Pickerigton Public Library Main Branch\, 201 Opportunity Way\, Pickerington\, OH\, 43147\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,For Middle Schoolers,Informative Event,Reading ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pickeringtononline.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026_-_The_Wild_Robot_Reading_Club.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pickerington Public Library":MAILTO:cbauman@pickeringtonlibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T190000 DTSTAMP:20260528T023310 CREATED:20260508T022209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T004934Z UID:43257-1781798400-1781809200@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Pickerington Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:The Olde Pickerington Farmers’ Market offers fresh Ohio-grown produce\, baked goods\, honey\, meats\, crafts\, prepared foods\, and more. \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n Like this:Like Loading… URL:https://pickeringtononline.com/event/pickerington-farmers-market-2026wk3/ LOCATION:Pickerington Village Farmers’ Market\, 89 North Center Street\, Pickerington\, OH\, 43147\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family Event,Outdoor Activity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pickeringtononline.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/farmersmark.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T190000 DTSTAMP:20260528T023310 CREATED:20260527T193056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T193056Z UID:43730-1781805600-1781809200@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Camp Delaware Movie Screening with Q&A DESCRIPTION:Learn the powerful story of the 5th United States Colored Infantry Regiment who trained for the Civil War in Delaware\, Ohio. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCamp Delaware invites audiences on an immersive journey through American history\, focusing on the powerful story of the 5th United States Colored Infantry Regiment. This documentary explores the regiment’s formation\, mustering\, training\, and battlefield experiences\, centering on Camp Delaware in Delaware\, Ohio\, where these brave soldiers prepared to fight in the American Civil War. Through authentic speeches from key political figures of the era\, personal letters from the troops\, and evocative music from the period\, Camp Delaware captures the strength and courage that fueled these soldiers’ dedication to freedom and justice. \nExperience history through the words of Ohio Governors William Dennison and David Tod\, Secretary of War Edwin Stanton\, and President Abraham Lincoln\, as well as through the impactful words of a 5th USCT soldier\, and descriptions of the heroic actions of Medal of Honor recipients James Bronson\, Robert Pinn\, Milton Holland\, and Powatan Beaty. Each narrative and historical detail brings the struggles and triumphs of the Colored Troops vividly to life. \nCommunity Arts Network will host a 30 minute screening of the movie\, followed by a Q&A session with the filmmakers\, Mark and Francine Butler. \n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n Like this:Like Loading… URL:https://pickeringtononline.com/event/camp-delaware-movie-screening-with-qa/ LOCATION:Pickerigton Public Library Main Branch\, 201 Opportunity Way\, Pickerington\, OH\, 43147\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family Event,Film,Informative Event,Performing Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pickeringtononline.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026_Camp_Delaware_Movie_Screening.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR