The holiday season is upon us, and neighborhoods across Upper Arlington are lighting up with festive cheer! The City of Upper Arlington is excited to announce Light Up Arlington, a fun, community-driven way to celebrate the season. This initiative features a digital map highlighting homes with dazzling light displays and holiday decorations, giving residents a chance to share their creativity…
We recently shared some basic holiday shopping tips and now it’s time to brush up on some home safety reminders. If You Are Traveling for the Holidays Notify the Police Division of your plans by completing a Notice of Temporary Vacancy form, and officers will periodically check on your home during your absence. Make sure your home looks lived in…
Employment opportunities with the City’s Parks & Recreation Department are reaching new heights, with the opening of the Bob Crane Community Center next Spring AND an annual roster of seasonal positions needed to operate the City’s summer camps, outdoor pools, and more. Read on for a summary of the many part-time and seasonal positions that are available, as well as…
The New Year will soon be here, and it’s time to start planning ahead for community happenings in 2025. To help with this process, the City has several timely reminders to share. 2025 Community Calendar As a service to the community, the City hosts an online Community Calendar on the City’s website. If your community or civic group is planning…
Applications Accepted Through December 13, 2024 The City is accepting applications for the 2025 grant cycle for the Community Relations Innovation Small Grant Program. This program is designed to create opportunity spaces for new initiatives, and enhancements to existing community programs and events that advance the welcoming and inclusion goals of the Community Relations Committee. Grants of $1,000–$5,000 are awarded…
It’s official, the holiday season is upon us and that means more time spent shopping for gifts and preparing for family gatherings. As you ready to grab the credit cards and head out the door to complete your holiday shopping, be sure to follow some simple safety tips so that you don’t fall victim to opportunistic thefts. Read on for…
For 47 years, the Firefighters 4 Kids program has been a beacon of hope for families in the Columbus region, ensuring children have gifts to unwrap during the holiday season. Established in 1977 after a Columbus firefighter responded to a home with young children who had nothing for Christmas, the program continues to make a meaningful impact for hundreds of…
The City’s leaf collection program is nearing its end. The timeframe for collection each year does not change since the Public Works Division must fit this service in with other seasonal services, most notably getting ready for winter weather. Please follow these guidelines: The last day to rake leaves to the curb is Sunday, December 1. Place loose-raked leaves close…
Ready or not, the holiday season is upon us. UA Parks & Rec is ready to celebrate and invites you to get into the holiday spirit with the following activities. Santa’s Mailbox November 15 – December 13 Municipal Services Center, Kenny Road Parking Lot The first order of holiday business is Santa’s Mailbox. If your child wants to receive a…
UA Parks & Rec can’t wait to welcome you to the Bob Crane Community Center, which is scheduled for a Spring 2025 opening. Several spaces within the Community Center will be available for rental. These include: Fifth Floor Event Center The Event Center will open for rentals by early Summer. Perfect for weddings and receptions, conferences, graduation parties and more,…
Please be advised, this event is being rescheduled for the Spring of 2025, when we can host at the newly opened Bob Crane Community Center. Please watch for updates in the New Year! The City of Upper Arlington and TriVillage Chamber Partnership are pleased to co-host the Fast Connections: Big Impact! networking event to further connect the Tri-Village business…
As the holiday season kicks off, the City of Upper Arlington and the Tri-Village Chamber Partnership are teaming up to encourage the community to shop small and support local businesses on Small Business Saturday, taking place this year on November 30. This is a great opportunity for residents to find unique holiday gifts, enjoy personalized shopping experiences, and invest in…
The Upper Arlington Police Division is helping to give back this holiday season by hosting a food drive on Saturday, December 7, from 10 am to 2 pm at Fire Station 72, located at 3861 Reed Road. The event will benefit the Heart to Heart Food Pantry, providing essential items for local families in need. Items Needed for Donation: Peanut…
The Upper Arlington Wall of Honor program provides an opportunity to reflect on our community’s blessings by identifying and recognizing the many talented former residents who were dedicated to their community, the region or beyond, with outstanding achievements in the arts, professions, politics, science, education, sports, religion, commerce, philanthropy, public service or other notable field. Past honorees have included cancer…
UA Parks & Rec will have many part-time positions available at the Bob Crane Community Center. If you are interested in this opportunity to join our team and to help us support an active, healthy and safe environment for our community members, we encourage you to apply. Available positions include: Building Attendant Child Watch Attendant Child Watch Shift Lead E-Sports…