Excitement is building as we prepare to open the doors to the brand-new Bob Crane Community Center! Before the official grand opening celebration on April 6, we’re offering community members an exclusive opportunity to get a first look at this incredible facility. Join us for special preview sessions the week of April 1-5, where you can: Explore the amenities and…
Deadline: Noon, Monday, March 31 Common Greens, the non-profit entity that partners with the City for our annual UA Farmers Market, has announced their first annual T-shirt design contest for the 2025 market season. Local artists are invited to submit one design/entry by the deadline of Noon, Monday, March 31. The winning artist will receive $500, in addition to having…
The City of Upper Arlington and the Upper Arlington Historical Society are pleased to announce that Dr. Martin Peter Sayers, II and Marjorie Garvin Sayers are the 2025 Upper Arlington Wall of Honor inductees. Dr. Sayers (1922-2013) was a pioneering pediatric neurosurgeon, a world-renowned and pathbreaking innovator. “Pete” grew up in the early years of Upper Arlington, which had been…
The City of Upper Arlington is excited to announce the return of Arts on Arlington, an annual event dedicated to showcasing the incredible talent of local artists and artisans! Mark your calendars to join us on Thursday, June 12, from 6-9 pm at Mallway Park, 2096 Arlington Avenue. Now in its third year, this award-winning event has become a beloved…
The City of Upper Arlington has been recognized for its exceptional environmental achievements, earning both silver status in the Encouraging Environmental Excellence Program from the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Clean Energy Community Award from Power a Clean Future Ohio (PCFO). The Encouraging Environmental Excellence Program acknowledges organizations across Ohio that go above and beyond environmental compliance to demonstrate…
The Bob Crane Community Center is Upper Arlington’s all-in-one community hub—a state-of-the-art home for fitness and sports, versatile gathering spaces, special programming, and more. Designed to support personal well-being, recreation, and connection, the facility is more than just a building—it’s a place where people of all ages come together to live, play, and thrive. Now’s your chance to be part…
Application Deadline: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 The City is fortunate to have many residents who are willing to donate their time and expertise serving on the various Boards and Commissions that have been formed to address specific community issues. In return, these individuals are afforded the opportunity to help shape their community in areas that are of interest to them…
10 am-2 pm, Saturday, March 8 If you’re wondering what UA has to offer for family health, wellness, or aging in place, get answers at the Upper Arlington Library’s Health Fair on Saturday, March 8, from 10 am-2 pm at the Tremont Road Branch. The event will feature screenings, vaccinations, activities, and opportunities to chat with representatives from local organizations…
With the opening of the Bob Crane Community Center, the Upper Arlington Parks and Recreation Department will be transitioning office locations. During this process, office hours and locations will temporarily change. Current Office Locations and Hours Municipal Services Center *Offices open through Friday, March 14 **In-person requests can be made at the Upper Arlington Senior Center the week of March…
Take the Housing Study Survey: //communityscale.github.io/UpperArlington/survey.html View the Project Dashboard: //communityscale.github.io/UpperArlington/ The City of Upper Arlington is conducting a detailed analysis of the community’s housing market to gain a better understanding of existing conditions and trends at the local level and within the regional context. The study is being conducted by CommunityScale, an urban planning and spatial data analysis company…
To enhance public safety and improve emergency response, the City of Upper Arlington is implementing a new alarm monitoring permit requirement for all properties with burglary or fire alarm systems. Beginning in February 2025, the PM AM Corporation will oversee the permitting process and tracking of false alarms. This partnership with the City is designed to streamline operations, reduce the…
“The Play UA assistance that we received was such a great help! It allowed me to have my son participate in two soccer camps, and most importantly to any kindergarten kid, Safety Town. Without the assistance I received I would not have registered him for the soccer camps. I'm so grateful that there was a way to assist me so…
Registration Deadline: February 21 Quest Dates: February 22-March 2 The Upper Arlington Historical Society invites residents to get in on the fun of their annual scavenger hunt with a history twist – UA Quest – which runs February 22-March 2. UA Quest encourages teams of up to six people to explore what you already know about UA, and to Google…
5:45 pm, Thursday, March 6 Amelita Mirolo Barn Cost: $20 Per Person The Community Relations Committee invites the community to join them for the Second Annual Iftar Dinner, in celebration of Ramadan. The Iftar Dinner is part of the CRC’s Welcome Series, which is designed to provide spaces for all members of our community to come together in new and exciting…
The Upper Arlington Police Division is proud of Lieutenant Jason Messer and Lieutenant Branden Staiger who successfully completed the Certified Law Enforcement Executive (CLEE) program. After 14 months of intensive coursework, they were among 26 graduates honored at a ceremony at the Ohio State Highway Patrol Training Academy on January 31, 2025. CLEE, co-sponsored by the Law Enforcement Foundation, Inc…