BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Pickerington Online - ECPv6.17.3.1//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;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T193000 DTSTAMP:20260731T193327Z CREATED:20260712T202903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T193327Z UID:45931-1784224800-1788463800@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Kids in Karate - Adults too! DESCRIPTION:Directed by Grandmaster Stephens of Free Spirit Karate Clubs. Tae Kwon Do skills help build strength\, agility and coordination. The mental aspects build self-confidence\, self-control and mental-discipline. From kids to adults\, it is great for the whole family. Everyone can benefit from this class. \nKIK-03\nAge: 6 Years and Up\nTime: Thursdays\, 6-7:30pm\nFee: $93\nCity Resident Discount Fee: $74 \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/kids-in-karate-adults-too/ LOCATION:American Free Spirit Karate\, 5953 E Main St\, Columbus\, OH\, 43232\, United States CATEGORIES:6 and Over,Community Event,Family Event,Hands-On Demo,Informative Event,Sports ORGANIZER;CN="Pickerington Parks & Recreation":MAILTO:rmedinger@pickerington.net <rmedinger@pickerington.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T180000 DTSTAMP:20260731T184639Z CREATED:20260601T205639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T184639Z UID:44300-1785319200-1786298400@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:2026 Ohio State Fair DESCRIPTION:“Discover the Ohio State Fair\, a favorite family tradition since 1850! Come for the Midway\, featuring exhilarating rides\, and unleash all the fair flavors on your tastebuds with your favorite goodies from one of the amazing food vendors! \nExperience free stages with amazing hypnotists\, impressive magicians and wholesome kids’ entertainment. Immerse yourself in activities and exhibits including interactive educational displays\, sporting competitions\, fine arts\, exotic animals in the free petting zoo\, a farm animal delivery room\, roving performers\, youth agricultural competitions\, horse shows\, an eight acre natural resources park with free kiddie fishing\, wildlife and so much more!” \nPrices:\nAdvance Sale (May 1 – July 28):\n1-day admission – $9\n3-day admission – $24\n12-day admission – $84\nParking – $10\nRide-All-Day Wristband – $33 \nOn-site/Day of Sale (July 29 – August 9):\nChildren (5 and younger) – Free\nYouth (6-12) – $10\nAdults (13-59) – $13\nSenior (60+) – $10\nVeterans\, Military\, & First Responders (fire\, police\, or EMS) with valid ID – Free\nParking – $10\nRide-All-Day Wristband – $38 \nHours:\n7/29 – 10am – 9pm\n7/30 – 10am – 9pm\n7/31 – 10am – 9pm\n8/1 – 9am – 9pm\n8/2 – 9am – 9pm\n8/3 – 10am – 9pm\n8/4 – 10am – 9pm\n8/5 – 10am – 9pm\n8/6 – 10am – 9pm\n8/7 – 10am – 9pm\n8/8 – 9am – 9pm\n8/9 – 9am – 6pm \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-ohio-state-fair/ LOCATION:Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds\, 717 East 17th Avenue\, Columbus\, OH\, 43211\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Event,Event for Young Children,Fair/Festival,Family Event,Informative Event,Music,Outdoor Activity,Performing Arts 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:20260803T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260824T190000 DTSTAMP:20260731T190207Z CREATED:20260712T201159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T190207Z UID:45922-1785780000-1787598000@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Nature School DESCRIPTION:A nature class for children to observe\, explore\, learn and grow in the great outdoors. Classes include a nature lesson\, book or song\, time to create or build\, and open-ended play time. Classes emphasize confidence-building imagination\, and appreciation for the nature world. Children will keep a nature journal with weekly entries. \n*Parents must remain with children. Be prepared to get wet! \nNS-03\nAge: 2-6 Years\nTime: Mondays\, 6-7pm\nFee: $75\nCity Resident Discount Fee: $60\nLocation: Sycamore Creek Park\, Hilltop Shelter\, 280 Hilltop Dr\, Pickerington\, Ohio\, 43147 \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/nature-school/ LOCATION:Sycamore Creek Park\, Lockville Road\, Pickerington\, OH\, 43147\, United States CATEGORIES:City of Pickerington / Violet Township Government,Community Event,Event for Young Children,Family Event,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:20260805T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T090000 DTSTAMP:20260728T164816Z CREATED:20260728T164816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T164816Z UID:46344-1785916800-1785920400@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:PACC - Wednesday Connects Networking DESCRIPTION:August is drawing near\, and so is Wednesday Connects. Come Aug. 5\, at 8:15 a.m.\, to reconnect with fellow members. The breakfast sponsor is I.T. Call Tech. Your first visit is free. \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/pacc-wednesday-connects-networking/ LOCATION:Pickerigton Public Library Main Branch\, 201 Opportunity Way\, Pickerington\, OH\, 43147\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Informative Event,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pickeringtononline.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/unnamed.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T083000 DTSTAMP:20260729T215329Z CREATED:20260522T193136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T215329Z UID:43486-1785918600-1785918600@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Pickerington Girls Golf @ Pick North Invitational DESCRIPTION:An invitational golf tournament against multiple opponents at the Links at 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/pickerington-girls-golf-pick-north-invitational/ LOCATION:The Links at Groveport\, 1005 Richardson Rd\, Groveport\, OH\, 43125\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,For High Schoolers,Outdoor Activity,Pickerington Local School District,Sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T103000 DTSTAMP:20260601T143656Z CREATED:20260522T193807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T143656Z UID:43491-1785925800-1785925800@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Pickerington Boys Golf @ OCC #1 DESCRIPTION:An invitational golf tournament against multiple opponents at Turnberry Golf Course. \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-central-boys-golf-occ-1/ LOCATION:Turnberry Golf Course\, 1145 Clubhouse Ln\, Pickerington\, OH\, 43147\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Outdoor Activity,Pickerington Local School District,Sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T160000 DTSTAMP:20260728T191815Z CREATED:20260728T191815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T191815Z UID:46387-1785938400-1785945600@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Library On-The-Go - Zeller 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-zeller-park/ LOCATION:Zeller Park\, 8475 Benadum Rd\, Canal Winchester\, OH\, 43110\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Event,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:20260805T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T170000 DTSTAMP:20260529T030353Z CREATED:20260527T220127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T030353Z UID:43789-1785945600-1785949200@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:AP Lit Book Club - Jane Eyre DESCRIPTION:Preparing for AP Literature and Composition in the fall? AP Lit Book Club is a space to discuss classic literature\, ask and answer questions\, and get prepared for the school year! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPreparing for AP Literature and Composition in the fall? Want to have accountability to get through some reading as well as dive into what you’re reading with someone who took the course? Come to AP Lit Book Club! We will cover each piece for two weeks\, taking time to discuss the readings\, the authors\, and historical context. \nJune 3 and 10: Mrs. Dalloway by Virginia Woolf \nJune 17 and 24: The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde \nJuly 1 and 8: Waiting for Godot by Samuel Beckett \nJuly 15 and 22: The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison \n \n\nJuly 29 and August 5: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte \nAugust 12: Wrap-up\, questions\, and preparing for the School Year! \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/ap-lit-book-club-jane-eyre-2/ LOCATION:Pickerington Library (Sycamore Plaza)\, 7861 Refugee Road\, Pickerington\, OH\, 43147\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,For High Schoolers,Informative Event,Pickerington Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pickeringtononline.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/BC_-_AP_Lit_Book_Club.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pickerington Public Library":MAILTO:cbauman@pickeringtonlibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T073000 DTSTAMP:20260729T064620Z CREATED:20260529T050150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T064620Z UID:44027-1786001400-1786001400@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Pickerington North Girls Golf @ OCC #1 DESCRIPTION:An invitational golf tournament against multiple opponents at the Links at Echo Springs. \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-north-girls-golf-occ-echo-springs/ LOCATION:The Links at Echo Springs\, 5940 Loudon St\, Johnstown\, OH\, 43031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,For High Schoolers,Outdoor Activity,Pickerington Local School District,Sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T100000 DTSTAMP:20260731T190122Z CREATED:20260729T003812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T190122Z UID:46546-1786003200-1786010400@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Slate Run - Morning Wetland Hike DESCRIPTION:Join us for a beautiful morning hike at Slate Run Metro Park! Meet at the Buzzards Roost parking lot. \nThis hike will cover approx. 3-4 miles\, over mixed terrain\, with some hills. Explore Slate Run’s beautiful trails that connect to the wetland area! \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-morning-wetland-hike/ LOCATION:Slate Run Metro Park\, 1375 State Route 674 North\, Canal Winchester\, OH\, 43110\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Columbus Franklin County Metro Parks,Community Event,Family Event,Informative Event,Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T083000 DTSTAMP:20260601T143745Z CREATED:20260529T045413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T143745Z UID:44021-1786005000-1786005000@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Pickerington North Boys Golf @ Westerville North Invitational DESCRIPTION:An invitational golf tournament against multiple opponents at the Medallion Club. \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-north-boys-golf-westerville-north-invitational/ LOCATION:Medallion Golf Club\, 5000 Club Dr\, Westerville\, OH\, 43082\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,For High Schoolers,Outdoor Activity,Pickerington Local School District,Sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T190000 DTSTAMP:20260528T012429Z CREATED:20260528T012429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T012429Z UID:43842-1786032000-1786042800@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-2026wk10/ 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:20260806T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T203000 DTSTAMP:20260731T191153Z CREATED:20260729T003330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T191153Z UID:46543-1786041000-1786048200@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Blacklick Woods Golf Course - For Adults 50+: Step By Step Barn Owl Painting DESCRIPTION:Participants must register for this program via Sign Up Genius. \nGet in touch with your artistic side! We will provide all the supplies and instruction needed to create your own barn owl painting. We will also share information about these raptors to inspire your creativity. Drinks and snacks available for purchase with credit card only. \nMeet at the Eagleview Building. \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-golf-course-for-adults-50-step-by-step-barn-owl-painting/ LOCATION:Blacklick Woods Metro Golf Course\, 7309 E Livingston Ave\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States CATEGORIES:50 and Over,Columbus Franklin County Metro Parks,Crafts,Hands-On Demo,Informative Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T000000 DTSTAMP:20260807T135823Z CREATED:20260731T021913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T135823Z UID:46745-1786060800-1786320000@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Ohio Sales Tax Holiday 2026 DESCRIPTION:Items That Qualify \nIn 2026\, Ohio will host the standard back-to-school sales tax holiday of three days\, starting 12:00 a.m. Friday\, August 7th until 11:59 p.m. Sunday\, August 9th. The exemption will apply to all items of clothing priced at $75 or less\, school supplies priced at $20 or less\, and school instructional materials priced at $20 or less. \nClothing \n“Clothing” means all human wearing apparel suitable for general use. \n“Clothing” includes\, but is not limited to\, aprons\, household and shop; athletic supporters; baby receiving blankets; bathing suits and caps; beach capes and coats; belts and suspenders; boots; coats and jackets; costumes; diapers\, children and adult\, including disposable diapers; earmuffs; footlets; formal wear; garters and garter belts; girdles; gloves and mittens for general use; hats and caps; hosiery; insoles for shoes; lab coats; neckties; overshoes; pantyhose; rainwear; rubber pants; sandals; scarves; shoes and shoe laces; slippers; sneakers; socks and stockings; steel-toed shoes; underwear; uniforms\, athletic and nonathletic; and wedding apparel. \n“Clothing” does not include items purchased for use in a trade or business; clothing accessories or equipment; protective equipment; sports or recreational equipment; belt buckles sold separately; costume masks sold separately; patches and emblems sold separately; sewing equipment and supplies including\, but not limited to\, knitting needles\, patterns\, pins\, scissors\, sewing machines\, sewing needles\, tape measures\, and thimbles; and sewing materials that become part of “clothing” including\, but not limited to\, buttons\, fabric\, lace\, thread\, yarn\, and zippers. \n \n\nSchool Supplies \n“School supplies” means items commonly used by a student in a course of study. \n“School supplies” includes only the following items: binders; book bags; calculators; cellophane tape; blackboard chalk; compasses; composition books; crayons; erasers; folders\, expandable\, pocket\, plastic\, and manila; glue\, paste\, and paste sticks; highlighters; index cards; index card boxes; legal pads; lunch boxes; markers; notebooks; paper\, loose-leaf ruled notebook paper\, copy paper\, graph paper\, tracing paper\, manila paper\, colored paper\, poster board\, and construction paper; pencil boxes and other school supply boxes; pencil sharpeners; pencils; pens; protractors; rulers; scissors; and writing tablets. \n“School supplies” does not include any item purchased for use in a trade or business. \nSchool Instructional Materials \n \n\n“School instructional material” means written material commonly used by a student in a course of study as a reference and to learn the subject being taught. \n“School instructional material” includes only the following items: reference books\, reference maps and globes\, textbooks\, and workbooks. “School instructional material” does not include any material purchased for use in a trade or business. \nItems That Do Not Qualify \nIn 2026\, the sales tax holiday only applies to the above back-to-school items. It does not apply to clothing priced at $75.01 or more\, school supplies priced at $20.01 or more\, school instructional materials priced at $20.01 or more\, food in restaurants\, boats/watercrafts\, titled outboard motors\, motor vehicles\, alcohol\, tobacco\, vape products\, or items with marijuana. It also does not apply to any other tangible personal property\, taxable services\, and items purchased for use in business. \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-sales-tax-holiday-2026/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T120000 DTSTAMP:20260728T181100Z CREATED:20260728T181059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T181100Z UID:46377-1786179600-1786190400@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Hunting Dragons DESCRIPTION:Registration Required: \nDragonflies use their wings independently for precise flight control\, allowing them to make rapid alterations to their flight path while chasing prey or avoiding danger.  Want to learn more about these amazing creatures? \nRegister now for “Hunting Dragons!” at Hague Nature Preserve in Pickerington.  Participants will help capture\, examine\, identify\, photograph\, and release dragonflies and damselflies!  There is no charge for this fun educational program by The Bill & Joyce Hague Foundation. \nGet full details and register online at billjoycehaguefoundation.org/event/finding-dragons-20260808 \nThe program address is purposely omitted.  Because the program is limited to 10 participants\, the address and parking information will be sent just to those who register. \nPhoto by Jim Osborn \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/hunting-dragons/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Event,Informative Event,Outdoor Activity,Volunteer Opportunity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pickeringtononline.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/20240703-OSBORN-blue-ringed-dancer-damselfly-01-1c-768x576-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Coyote Run":MAILTO:tmfp@icloud.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T120000 DTSTAMP:20260805T054133Z CREATED:20260805T054101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T054133Z UID:46988-1786179600-1786190400@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Home Sweet Home Show DESCRIPTION:The Canal Winchester Chamber of Commerce invites the community to attend the third annual Home Sweet Home Show on Saturday\, August 8 from 9 am to noon in historic downtown Canal Winchester. This free event will feature dozens of vendors offering home and garden services\, furniture and pottery. Canal Winchester Human Services will be on-site to share information about outreach programs and accept non-perishable items for the food pantry. \nThe Home Sweet Home Show is presented by Tammy Roof Elliott of RE/MAX ONE with support from additional local business sponsors. This event will be next to the Canal Winchester Farmer’s Market. \nEvent Highlights: \n• Local home and garden vendors\n• Door prizes\n• Fire truck and family-friendly activities\n• Canal Winchester Human Services food pantry item collection\n• Free Admission \nVendor List: \n\nAccurate Mechanical\nArbor Homes\nBuckeye Window Treatments\nCanal Banking Center\nCanal Winchester Human Services\nCapital Choice\nChampion Pest & Termite Control\nEdward Jones – Cody Byers\nFresh Coat Painters of Canal Winchester\nGregg Hesterman – RE/MAX – Revealty\nImperial Floor Coatings\nJessica Murphy – Insurance Agent\nJSB Home Solutions\nLemons Landscaping LLC\nNothing Bundt Cakes\nNootka Hummingbirds Pottery LLC\nPreservan\nPrim Painting\nRealistar- The Woodrow Group\nService First Heating and Cooling\nTammy Roof Elliott – RE/MAX ONE\n3D Pathways\, LLC\n12/11 Wood Design\nU.S. Bank\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/home-sweet-home-show-2/ LOCATION:Stradley Park\, 20 S High St\, Canal Winchester\, OH\, 43110-1251\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Event,Family Event,Outdoor Activity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pickeringtononline.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/unnamed-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Canal Winchester Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:cwchamber@canalwinchester.com <cwchamber@canalwinchester.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T160000 DTSTAMP:20260731T193712Z CREATED:20260729T004840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T193712Z UID:46552-1786183200-1786291200@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Slate Run Historical Farm - A Hunting We Will Go DESCRIPTION:Activity ongoing 10am-4pm both days\nAll ages\nPick up a scavenger hunt list at the farmhouse and enjoy searching for items around the farm. \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-historical-farm-a-hunting-we-will-go/ 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,Informative Event,Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T103000 DTSTAMP:20260807T200903Z CREATED:20260807T200903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T200903Z UID:47197-1786185000-1786185000@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Battle of Boots and Badges DESCRIPTION:State Agencies\, Partners to Host Inaugural Battle of Boots and Badges Jiu Jitsu Tournament for First Responders\, Veterans \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/battle-of-boots-and-badges/ LOCATION:Ohio State University Recreation and Physical Activity Center\, 337 Annie and John Glen Ave\, Columbus\, OH\, 43210\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,Sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T120000 DTSTAMP:20260728T203639Z CREATED:20260728T203639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T203639Z UID:46401-1786186800-1786190400@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Adaptive Stories and Play DESCRIPTION:An all-ages literacy class specifically adapted for children who need extra support. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdaptive Stories and Play combines books\, songs\, movements\, and sensory activities into a class that promotes learning in a fun way. It will feature quieter music\, fidget toys\, interactive learning\, a visual schedule\, and the flexibility for children to move. \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/adaptive-stories-and-play/ LOCATION:Pickerigton Public Library Main Branch\, 201 Opportunity Way\, Pickerington\, OH\, 43147\, United States CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community Event,Event for Young Children,Family Event,Informative Event,Pickerington Public Library ORGANIZER;CN="Pickerington Public Library":MAILTO:cbauman@pickeringtonlibrary.org 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:20260808T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T140000 DTSTAMP:20260729T051820Z CREATED:20260729T051820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T051820Z UID:46646-1786197600-1786197600@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Pickerington Boys Golf @ Echo Springs DESCRIPTION:An invitational golf tournament against multiple opponents at the Links at Echo Springs. \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-boys-golf-echo-springs/ LOCATION:The Links at Echo Springs\, 5940 Loudon St\, Johnstown\, OH\, 43031\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,For High Schoolers,Outdoor Activity,Pickerington Local School District,Sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T180000 DTSTAMP:20260731T193631Z CREATED:20260729T005253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T193631Z UID:46555-1786294800-1786298400@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Blacklick Woods - Wildflower Walk DESCRIPTION:Take a 1-mile hike with a naturalist to search for blooming flowers in the old field and prairie. \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-wildflower-walk-2/ 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,Informative Event,Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T100000 DTSTAMP:20260729T174909Z CREATED:20260729T174909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T174909Z UID:46675-1786356000-1786356000@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Pickerington North Girls Golf @ Big Walnut Invitational DESCRIPTION:Share 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-north-girls-golf-big-walnut-invitational/ LOCATION:North Star Golf Course\, 1150 Wilson Rd\, Sunbury\, OH\, 43074\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,For High Schoolers,Outdoor Activity,Pickerington Local School District,Sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T110000 DTSTAMP:20260809T005349Z CREATED:20260729T173753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260809T005349Z UID:46669-1786359600-1786359600@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Pickerington North Boys Golf @ St Charles Invitational DESCRIPTION:Share 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-north-boys-golf-st-charles-invite/ LOCATION:The Lakes Golf & Country Club\, 6740 Worthington Rd\, Westerville\, 43082\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,For High Schoolers,Outdoor Activity,Pickerington Local School District,Sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T120000 DTSTAMP:20260809T005936Z CREATED:20260729T174439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260809T005936Z UID:46672-1786363200-1786363200@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Pickerington Central Girls Golf @ OCC 2 DESCRIPTION:Share 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-central-girls-golf-occ-2/ LOCATION:Oakhaven Golf Course\, 2871 US Highway 23 N\, Delaware\, OH\, 43015\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,For High Schoolers,Outdoor Activity,Pickerington Local School District,Sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T150000 DTSTAMP:20260731T193609Z CREATED:20260729T005758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T193609Z UID:46558-1786370400-1786374000@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Blacklick Woods - For Adults: Hike and Sketch DESCRIPTION:Take a half-mile hike on the Buttonbush Trail as we stop to learn about and sketch what we see. Materials will be provided. \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-adults-hike-and-sketch/ LOCATION:Blacklick Woods Metro Park (Nature Center)\, 6975 E. Livingston Ave.\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068\, United States CATEGORIES:18 and Over,Columbus Franklin County Metro Parks,Community Event,Crafts,Hands-On Demo,Informative Event,Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T080000 DTSTAMP:20260729T191541Z CREATED:20260729T191541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T191541Z UID:46678-1786435200-1786435200@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Pickerington Central Girls Golf @ Watkins Invitational DESCRIPTION:Share 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-central-girls-golf-watkins-invitational/ LOCATION:Cumberland Trail Golf Club\, 8244 Columbia Rd. SW\, Pataskala\, OH\, 43062\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,For High Schoolers,Outdoor Activity,Pickerington Local School District,Sports END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T083000 DTSTAMP:20260729T192208Z CREATED:20260729T192208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T192208Z UID:46687-1786437000-1786437000@pickeringtononline.com SUMMARY:Pickerington North Girls Golf @ OCC #2 DESCRIPTION:Share 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-north-girls-golf-occ-2/ LOCATION:Raymond Memorial Golf Course\, 3860 Trabue Rd\, Columbus\, OH\, 43228\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event,For High Schoolers,Outdoor Activity,Pickerington Local School District,Sports END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR