BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Pickerington Online - ECPv6.16.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Pickerington Online 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:20260529T024954Z CREATED:20260507T153009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T024954Z 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,Library Event ORGANIZER;CN="Pickerington Public Library":MAILTO:cbauman@pickeringtonlibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260802 DTSTAMP:20260529T024946Z CREATED:20260507T154830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T024946Z 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,Library Event ORGANIZER;CN="Pickerington Public Library":MAILTO:cbauman@pickeringtonlibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260709 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712 DTSTAMP:20260311T222301Z CREATED:20260311T222107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T222301Z UID:41557-1783555200-1783814399@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:2026 Picktown Palooza DESCRIPTION:Picktown Palooza is a three-day celebration of community\, music\, and entertainment designed for adults 18 and older. \nWith an exciting national entertainment lineup\, a diverse selection of food vendors\, the Freedom 5K\, a vibrant beer garden\, Business Showcase Row\, and the popular car\, truck & bike show\, the Palooza offers an unforgettable experience. \nWhile the event is tailored for an adult audience\, minors under 18 are welcome when accompanied by a paying adult. The event location is 300 Opportunity Way\, Pickerington\, OH 43147. \nHours: \nThursday\, July 9: 4:30 pm – 11 pm \nFriday\, July 10: 4:30 pm – 12 am \n  \n\nSaturday\, July 11: 2 pm – 12 am \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-picktown-palooza/ LOCATION:Pickerington Central High School\, 300 Opportunity Way\, Pickerington\, OH\, 43147\, United States CATEGORIES:18 and Over,Community Event,Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260710 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713 DTSTAMP:20260602T144026Z CREATED:20260602T144026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T144026Z UID:44483-1783641600-1783900799@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Anything Goes - Millersport Community Theatre DESCRIPTION:Anything Goes is a musical with music and lyrics by Cole Porter. The original book was a collaborative effort by Guy Bolton and P. G. Wodehouse\, revised considerably by the team of Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse. \nShowtimes will be added when 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/anything-goes-millersport-community-theatre/ LOCATION:Millersport Elementary Theater\, 11850 Lancaster St\, Millersport\, OH\, 43046\, United States CATEGORIES:18 and Over,Community Event,Performing Arts,Theater END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T160000 DTSTAMP:20260601T162230Z CREATED:20260601T153952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T162230Z UID:44286-1783710000-1783872000@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Ohio University Lancaster presents Disney's 'Frozen' DESCRIPTION:“For the first time in forever\, experience the musical phenomenon that has taken the world by storm! Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film\, Disney’s Frozen includes all the film’s beloved songs by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez\, along with new music written exclusively for the stage. \n\nIn the beautiful mountainous kingdom of Arendelle\, Princesses Anna and Elsa grow up sheltered inside their castle\, isolated from the world and increasingly distant from each other. When Elsa is crowned queen\, the magical powers she’s desperately tried to conceal from her sister take control\, and she flees into the mountains. As a ferocious winter descends on Arendelle\, Anna sets off on an epic journey to find Elsa and bring her home – with the help of hardworking ice harvester Kristoff\, his loyal reindeer Sven\, and a happy-go-lucky snowman named Olaf. \nFull of magic\, humor\, and a stunning musical score\, Frozen is a powerful tale of sisterhood\, acceptance\, and finding the real meaning of true love.” \nShows:\n7/10 – 7pm\n7/11 – 2pm\n7/12 – 2pm\n7/19 – 1pm & 6pm | Lancaster Festival\n7/26 – 2pm \nTickets $20 \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/ohio-university-lancaster-presents-disneys-frozen-opening-weekend/ LOCATION:Ohio University Lancaster – Wagner Theatre\, 1570 Granville Pike\, Lancaster\, OH\, 43130\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Event,Event for Young Children,Family Event,Music,Performing Arts,Theater ORGANIZER;CN="Ohio University Lancaster":MAILTO:lancaster@ohio.edu END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR