BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Pickerington Online - ECPv6.17.5//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;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T130000 DTSTAMP:20260731T185934Z CREATED:20260729T000003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T185934Z UID:46528-1785578400-1785589200@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Walnut Woods - Bugstravaganza: A Celebration of Insects and More DESCRIPTION:It’s bigger and buggier than ever! See insects up close\, write bug poems\, catch and release bugs\, listen to live music\, make crafts\, learn about moths\, visit a beekeeper\, explore the OSU Bugmobile (with living bugs from around the world)\, learn about pollinators and pests and more. \nAll activities are free. \nFree hot dogs\, chips and drinks served from 10:30am-1pm. \nWalnut Woods Metro Park Buckeye Area\, 6716 Lithopolis Rd\, Groveport \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/walnut-woods-bugstravaganza-a-celebration-of-insects-and-more/ LOCATION:Walnut Woods Metro Park (Buckeye Area)\, 6716 Lithopolis Rd\, Groveport\, OH\, 43125\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Columbus Franklin County Metro Parks,Community Event,Crafts,Games,Hands-On Demo,Informative Event,Music,Outdoor Activity,Presentation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T160000 DTSTAMP:20260731T185948Z CREATED:20260729T001938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T185948Z UID:46537-1785578400-1785686400@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Slate Run Farm - Growing Vegetable Soup Story Walk DESCRIPTION:Program on-going from 10am-4pm both Days\nEnjoy the “Growing Vegetable Soup” Story Walk and try to find the stuffed vegetables hidden around the house. Afterwards\, check out the garden to see what vegetables are growing. \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/slate-run-farm-growing-vegetable-soup-story-walk-2/ LOCATION:Slate Run Living Historical Farm\, 1375 OH-674\, Canal Winchester\, OH\, 43110\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Columbus Franklin County Metro Parks,Community Event,Family Event,Games,Hands-On Demo,Informative Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T110000 DTSTAMP:20260731T190222Z CREATED:20260712T143545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T190222Z UID:45894-1785747600-1786100400@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Pickerington Safety City DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickerington is excited to bring back a popular program for incoming kindergartners. Learn about various safety topics from police\, fire and other local organizations to learn what it takes to be safe in your city. Children will learn about important safety information in a fun format covering topics from how to ride a school bus\, playground safety\, water safety\, what to do in case of a fire and poison prevention. Of course\, children will get to pedal around on a small scale safety city to learn about traffic and pedestrian safety as well. The last day of the program will be a graduation ceremony. \nAll participants will receive a t-shirt\, bag and bike\nhelmet with registration. \nThis program is limited to\n70 children. \nPlease register early to guarantee your\nspot in the program. \nRegistration for this program\nis open now through April 24 for all households in\nthe Pickerington Local School District. \nRegistration is not available online during this early enrollment\nperiod. Online registration will open to everyone\non April 27. \n \n\nTime: \n9-11am each day \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-safety-city/ LOCATION:Victory Park\, 1 Lockville Road\, Pickerington\, OH\, 43147\, United States CATEGORIES:City of Pickerington / Violet Township Government,Community Event,Event for Young Children,For Elementary Schoolers,Games,Hands-On Demo,Informative Event,Outdoor Activity ORGANIZER;CN="Pickerington Parks & Recreation":MAILTO:rmedinger@pickerington.net <rmedinger@pickerington.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T140000 DTSTAMP:20260808T072125Z CREATED:20260731T021154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T072125Z UID:46723-1786186800-1786197600@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:PLSD School Resource Fair DESCRIPTION:The PLSD Back 2 School Resource Fair is almost here!\nJoin us for a FREE community block party and resource fair on Saturday\, August 8\, from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Toll Gate Middle School (12089 Toll Gate Road).\nDJ JJ\nGames & family fun\nFREE backpacks (courtesy of our friends at NBC4\, while supplies last)\nSchool supplies donated through our Stuff the Bus campaign (while supplies last)\nFood trucks and vendors on site with items available for purchase\nSchool and community resources\nBring your family\, invite your friends\, and help us kick off an amazing school year together. See you there!\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/plsd-school-resource-fair/ LOCATION:Toll Gate Middle School\, 12089 Tollgate Road\, Pickerington\, OH\, 43147\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Crafts,Family Event,For Elementary Schoolers,For High Schoolers,For Middle Schoolers,Games,Outdoor Activity,Pickerington Local School District END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T150000 DTSTAMP:20260731T193650Z CREATED:20260729T004207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T193650Z UID:46549-1786194000-1786201200@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Blacklick Woods - Escape Trail DESCRIPTION:Think escape room – only outside! Take a 1.25-mile hike while making stops to solve problems and receive clues to finish the puzzle. Be observant\, find clues\, solve riddles and test your ability! \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/blacklick-woods-escape-trail/ LOCATION:Blacklick Woods Metro Park (Nature Center)\, 6975 E. Livingston Ave.\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Columbus Franklin County Metro Parks,Community Event,Family Event,Games,Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T140000 DTSTAMP:20260731T193539Z CREATED:20260729T010725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T193539Z UID:46564-1786528800-1786543200@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Blacklick Woods - For Preschoolers: Bats DESCRIPTION:First Session – 10-11am\nSecond Session – 1-2pm \nLearn about bats through a story\, activity and a craft. \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/blacklick-woods-for-preschoolers-bats/ LOCATION:Blacklick Woods Metro Park (Nature Center)\, 6975 E. Livingston Ave.\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States CATEGORIES:Columbus Franklin County Metro Parks,Community Event,Crafts,Event for Young Children,Family Event,Games,Hands-On Demo,Informative Event,Reading END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T220000 DTSTAMP:20260731T183906Z CREATED:20260731T181932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T183906Z UID:46762-1786636800-1786831200@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:2026 Reynoldsburg Tomato Festival DESCRIPTION:Originally debuted as “The Heritage Holiday Festival and Tomato Show” in August of 1966\, The Reynoldsburg Tomato Festival has grown to become our city’s signature tradition. For over 60 years\, we have been celebrating the contributions of Alexander Livingston and showing why Reynoldsburg has the alias “The Birthplace of the Tomato”. \nFrom our beloved Tomato Contest\, fierce battle of Tomato Wars\, our shocking Spaghetti Eating Competition\, delicious Pizza Challenge and family-friendly Tomato Smash contest- we are embracing tomatoes in the greatest ways imaginable!  We invite you to enjoy a three-day celebration of fun with great food\, a vibrant crowd\, free live entertainment\, a variety of vendors and so much more. Tomatoes pair well with a good time! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFestival Hours\nThursday\, August 13th\, 2026 – 4:00pm – 10:00pm\nFriday\, August 14th\, 2026 – 4:00pm – 10:00pm\nSaturday\, August 15th\, 2026 – 12:00pm – 10:00pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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/2026-reynoldsburg-tomato-festival/ LOCATION:Huber Park\, 1640 Davidson Dr\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Event,Fair/Festival,Games,Music,Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T233000 DTSTAMP:20260808T070055Z CREATED:20260808T070055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T070055Z UID:47228-1786665600-1786923000@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:31st Annual Tractor and Truck Show at the Fairfield County Fairgrounds DESCRIPTION:Visit the Fairfield County Fairgrounds from Friday\, August 14 to Sunday\, August 16 to enjoy the 31st Annual Tractor and Truck Show from the Fairfield County Antique Tractor Club. The show features International Harvester/Farmall tractors. Admission and parking is free\, but donations are accepted. \nThere will be lots of activities for all ages including field demonstrations\, craft and toy vendors\, food\, tractor pulls\, coin scrabble\, a pedal tractor show\, and more. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy the weekend with a tractor show. \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/31st-annual-tractor-and-truck-show-at-the-fairfield-county-fairgrounds/ LOCATION:Fairfield County Fair Grounds\, 157 E Fair Ave\, Lancaster\, 43130\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Event,Fair/Festival,Family Event,Games,Informative Event,Outdoor Activity,Presentation ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfield County Anique Tractor Club":MAILTO:info@fairfieldcountytractorclub.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T150000 DTSTAMP:20260731T194528Z CREATED:20260729T011302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T194528Z UID:46567-1786798800-1786806000@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Blacklick Woods - End of Summer Fun DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of summer fun while we fly kites\, blow bubbles and draw with chalk. \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/blacklick-woods-end-of-summer-fun/ LOCATION:Blacklick Woods Metro Park (Nature Center)\, 6975 E. Livingston Ave.\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Columbus Franklin County Metro Parks,Community Event,Family Event,Games,Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T160000 DTSTAMP:20260728T192739Z CREATED:20260728T192739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T192739Z UID:46391-1787061600-1787068800@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Library On-The-Go - Independence Park DESCRIPTION:The Library On-The-Go brings books\, activities\, early literacy fun\, crafts\, games\, and more to a park near you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Library On-The-Go is a full-service mobile library loaded with books and other materials for all ages! \nVisitors can sign up for a free library card (children under 18 must have parent or guardian permission) and check out materials during their visit. \nEach stop may also feature engaging activities such as early literacy\, crafts\, games\, nature kits\, and more\, with offerings varying by location and date. \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/library-on-the-go-independence-park/ LOCATION:Independence Park\, 3065 Dewbourne Dr\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Event,Crafts,Games,Informative Event,Outdoor Activity,Pickerington Public Library,Reading ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pickeringtononline.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026_-_Outreach_-_Parks_Tour.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pickerington Public Library":MAILTO:cbauman@pickeringtonlibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T160000 DTSTAMP:20260728T201208Z CREATED:20260728T193813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T201208Z UID:46395-1787752800-1787760000@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Library On-The-Go - Pickerington Ponds DESCRIPTION:The Library On-The-Go brings books\, activities\, early literacy fun\, crafts\, games\, and more to a park near you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Library On-The-Go is a full-service mobile library loaded with books and other materials for all ages! \nVisitors can sign up for a free library card (children under 18 must have parent or guardian permission) and check out materials during their visit. \nEach stop may also feature engaging activities such as early literacy\, crafts\, games\, nature kits\, and more\, with offerings varying by location and date. \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/library-on-the-go-pickerington-ponds/ LOCATION:Pickerington Ponds Metro Park (Burning Lake Lot)\, 4432 Gender Rd\, Canal Winchester\, OH\, 43110\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Event,Crafts,Games,Informative Event,Outdoor Activity,Pickerington Public Library,Reading ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pickeringtononline.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026_-_Outreach_-_Parks_Tour.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pickerington Public Library":MAILTO:cbauman@pickeringtonlibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T100000 DTSTAMP:20260731T023214Z CREATED:20260731T023214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T023214Z UID:46749-1787997600-1787997600@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Hero Play Day at Kiddie Academy DESCRIPTION:Registration Required \nThis free\, hands-on event invites children to explore what it means to be a hero through engaging\, age-appropriate activities. From community helpers to imaginative adventures\, each experience encourages children to collaborate\, think creatively\, and take on new challenges with confidence. \nDesigned to get children moving\, creating\, and working together\, Hero Play Day highlights how meaningful play supports important life skills like problem-solving\, responsibility\, and teamwork. \nHero Play Day is open to all families. Join us to connect with our team\, explore our classrooms\, and see how purposeful play helps children grow. Invite friends and neighbors to be part of the experience. \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/hero-play-day-at-kiddie-academy/ LOCATION:Kiddie Academy – Pickerington\, 611 Diley Road\, Pickerington\, OH\, 43147\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Crafts,Event for Young Children,Family Event,Games,Hands-On Demo ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://pickeringtononline.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Kiddie-Academy-Hero-Play-Day.avif END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR