WorthingtonSpotlight

31/10/2024

Happy Halloween, especially to Ron Overstreet and his spooky crew!

When Ron Overstreet was asked about his feelings toward Halloween, describing his interest as an “affinity,” he was quick to make a correction. “Obsession is probably a better word,” he conceded. Overstreet, owner of the Dairy Queen at the corner of North Street and High Street, goes all out...

30/10/2024

Thursday evening!

16/10/2024

Lots of fun seasonal options coming up later this week in Worthington!

It's gearing up to be a beautiful busy weekend in Worthington, starting off strong on Thursday evening with our Third Thursday Night Market in Old Worthington!

On Friday and Saturday nights, jump on the Ghost Trolley at the Ohio Railway Museum and visit our second-to-last outdoor Worthington Farmers Market on Saturday morning from 8AM - noon! (We move inside on November 2!)

And, finally, don't miss our Spooky Pooch Party & Parade from noon to 5PM in the historic district! The Pooch Parade kicks off at 1PM!

09/09/2024

Noon on Wednesday. Hope to see you there.

05/09/2024

We caught Shanna Martin-Gornall (left) and Tiffany Young prepping the Graeter's Ice Cream window in Worthington as the shop began marketing its annual Cones for the Cure fundraiser to combat pediatric brain cancer. Now through Sept. 15!

15/08/2024

Some great classes are planned for this fall at the Peggy R. McConnell Arts Center of Worthington !

We are thrilled to announce the Fall 2024 schedule for the McConnell Arts Center's Lifelong Learning Institute! Enjoy eight weeks of engaging and dynamic presentations with speakers from the Central Ohio community. Sponsored by WorthingtonSpotlight, this popular series takes place on Tuesdays from 1 - 3 pm at the MAC.

Subscriptions are just $75 for all of the programs presented or may be purchased “a la carte” for $15 per presentation. Register today!

https://www.mcconnellarts.org/classes/lifelong-learning-institute/

10/07/2024

Loving these new tables and chairs at Zaftig, here for Meet the Editor now through 6 p.m.

19/06/2024

Catch this great event!

Join Worthington Police Officers for some outdoor fun in our FREE Cops & Bobbers Fishing Derby!

🗓️ Sunday, Jun 30, 2024, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
📍 Brookside Elementary School Pond

Don't miss this great opportunity for children to learn the fishing basics while connecting with local police officers in a positive environment. Officers will be on hand to help children bait hooks and catch and release fish. A prize will be given for the largest fish caught!

Rods and bait will be provided, but children are welcome to bring their own. This is a FREE parent/child activity, but only children are permitted to fish.

Limited spots available! Register now: https://tinyurl.com/2akvz648

14/06/2024

All of the work that goes into a major festival is well worth it, artists say:

After three decades of sharing art with the community, the Worthington Arts Festival is going back to its roots. The annual summer event, managed once again by the McConnell Arts Center, city of Worthington, and Worthington Schools – to name a few community partners – will be held on Saturday Ju...

27/05/2024

Good morning, Worthington. The reason for today...

27/05/2024

Some folks are getting their prime spots already for today's Memorial Day parade!

21/05/2024

Great event on tap next Wednesday for our seniors!

18/05/2024

Get ready for some fun on the Green!

17/05/2024

Congrats to the Worthington Area Chamber of Commerce for taking this bold step forward!

09/05/2024

As the opening of a new pool season nears, City Council considers options for long-term life of popular facility:

It remains uncertain whether Worthington residents will be asked to consider a ballot issue Nov. 5 seeking a property tax increase to finance the required repairs and rising operating costs of the three pools at Thomas Worthington High School. City staff members, at the behest of Worthington City Co...

03/05/2024

Support programs that benefit local youth while enjoying fried fish, fellowship and fun!

27/04/2024

Join us for Week 7 of the Lifelong Learning Institute at the MAC featuring Paul Beck's insightful discussion on "The 2024 Election: Current and Prospective." Delve into the complexities of this pivotal moment in American history as we explore the impact of a deeply polarized electorate, the dynamics of the nomination process, and the role of third-party candidates.

Don't miss this engaging session with Professor Emeritus Paul A. Beck, offering expert analysis and thought-provoking insights into the future of electoral democracy in America.

This is part of the MAC’s second Lifelong Learning Institute in the Spring of 2024. Enjoy eight weeks of engaging and dynamic presentations with speakers from the Central Ohio community. Subscriptions are just $50 for all of the programs presented or may be purchased “a la carte” for $10 per presentation.

https://www.mcconnellarts.org/classes/lifelong-learning-institute/

18/04/2024

Give a listen to our own Seth Shaner as he sits down for a chat with Worthington Schools Supt. Trent Bowers!

‎Society & Culture · 2024