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Park Spotlight, National Play Outside Day, Visit the Fran Ryan Center, Jazz & Rib Fest, Volunteer with U





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Explore Nature [ https://columbusrecparks.com/nature/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]

Park Spotlight: Dexter Falls Park

Looking for your next park adventure? Head to Dexter Falls Park [ https://columbusrecparks.com/parks/dexter-falls-park/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] on the northwest side of Columbus! This 10.1-acre neighborhood gem has something for everyone—playgrounds for kids, a smooth paved path for walkers, basketball courts, picnic tables, open air shelter and plenty of green space to explore. Add it to your summer list!

Dexter Falls




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Step Outside and Play – It’s National Play Outside Day

Saturday, July 5, is National Play Outside Day! It’s the perfect excuse to step away from your screen and get outside. Explore our beautiful parks [ https://columbusrecparks.com/facilities/parks/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ], cool off at our pools [ https://columbusrecparks.com/facilities/aquatics/pools/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] or float down one of our blueways [ https://columbusrecparks.com/facilities/trails/olentangy-river-water-trail/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ].  

However you like to play, this is your day to get out, and soak up the summer!

Kid outside




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Try Something New: Free Demo Day at Fran Ryan Center

Join us for Demo Day at the Fran Ryan Center [ https://columbusrecparks.com/facilities/franryancenter/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]!

Stop by on Saturday, July 12, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. for a free event where you can experience everything the Fran Ryan Center has to offer. Instructors and staff will be on-site with hands-on activities, and they will be ready to answer your questions.

You can also preview our upcoming Session 4 classes—registration opens July 7! Self-guided tours of the facility will be available throughout the event.

No experience needed—everyone is welcome!

Demo Day Flyer




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Fire Up the Flavor: Jazz & Rib Fest

Get ready for the hottest weekend in Columbus! Jazz & Rib Fest, presented by Columbus Recreation and Parks, is back with world-class music and mouth-watering BBQ—all for free!

Stop by West Bank Park and Bicentennial Park, along the Scioto Mile, on Friday, July 18, and Saturday, July 19, from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. and Sunday, July 20, from 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

Get the full schedule and more details at HotRibsCoolJazz.org [ https://www.hotribscooljazz.org/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ].

Jazz and Rib




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Volunteer This Summer: Lend a Hand, Make a Difference

Looking to get involved and give back? We’ve got volunteer opportunities all summer long—whether you want to protect pollinators, support community festivals or help run sports tournaments, there’s something for everyone.

*Upcoming Opportunities:*


* Pollinator Documentation Program [ https://crpd.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/conservation/event/39e04542-cb50-4926-8d85-75bc1d3b2610?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] (May-October): Help document pollinator species using the iNaturalist app. Perfect for nature lovers! Sign Up for Virtual Training [ https://crpd.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/conservation/event/39e04542-cb50-4926-8d85-75bc1d3b2610?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] or attend in-person training on Aug. 6 [ https://crpd.volunteerhub.com/vv2/event/41fd8e0e-8dc4-40f6-a587-858e9e0277f7?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ].
* Mobile Produce Markets [ https://crpd.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/producemarkets?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] (Ongoing): Help pack and distribute produce. 
* [ https://crpd.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/conservation/event/6eb4335f-624a-463b-a551-7651f03b8ceb?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]Kickball Tournament at Berliner [ https://crpd.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/youthprogramming/event/0072fd26-8afc-493b-a4cd-0075ba4585de?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] - July 16: Help us bring the fun! Volunteers assist with event setup, registration and general support.
* Conservation at Holton Park [ https://crpd.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/conservation/event/6eb4335f-624a-463b-a551-7651f03b8ceb?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] - July 19: Pitch in to clean up litter on land and in the waterway. Dress for the mess, and bring your water bottle.
* Dodgeball Tournament at Willis Athletic Complex [ https://crpd.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/youthprogramming/event/e3e52dd1-29d0-49f7-a670-cbd604222135?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] - July 30: Keep the energy high by supporting this fast-paced event.
* Cap City Festival at Barack Center and Lincoln Pool [ https://crpd.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/CapCityFestivals/event/e16a5c03-39db-4de9-8ca7-26e2eb3d43de?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ] - Aug. 8: Set up, pass out food and help lead activities at this neighborhood celebration. Boxed lunch provided!

Be part of the action. Meet new people. Make a difference.

Morgan Stanley Volunteer
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Allegories, Narratives, and Storytelling Exhibit [ https://www.culturalartscenteronline.org/the-art-store/main-gallery/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]
*June 27-Aug. 2  |  Priscilla R. Tyson Cultural Arts Center*

1221 Art Space Artists Exhibit [ https://www.culturalartscenteronline.org/the-art-store/loft-gallery/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]
*June 27-Aug. 2  |  Priscilla R. Tyson Cultural Arts Center*

Offices and Facilities Closed in Observance of the Fourth of July
*July 4*

Late Night Basketball [ https://columbusrecparks.com/wellness/athletics/basketball/late-night-basketball/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]
*July 7  |  Blackburn and Far East community centers *

Tribute Tuesday: Imposters in Effect (Tribute to Beastie Boys) [ https://columbusrecparks.com/calendar/tribute-tuesday-beastie-boys/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]
*July 8  |  6:30 p.m.  |  Bicentennial Park*

Late Night Basketball [ https://columbusrecparks.com/wellness/athletics/basketball/late-night-basketball/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]
*July 8  |  Dodge and Milo Grogan community centers *

Late Night Basketball [ https://columbusrecparks.com/wellness/athletics/basketball/late-night-basketball/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]
*July 9  |  Driving Park and Glenwood community centers *

Mobile Produce Markets [ https://columbusrecparks.com/wellness/food/mobile-produce-markets/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]
*July 10  |  Dodge and Holton community centers*

Late Night Basketball [ https://columbusrecparks.com/wellness/athletics/basketball/late-night-basketball/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]
*July 10  |  Thompson and Woodward Park community centers

*Mobile Produce Markets [ https://columbusrecparks.com/wellness/food/mobile-produce-markets/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]
*July 11  |  Barnett and Far East community centers *

Late Night Basketball [ https://columbusrecparks.com/wellness/athletics/basketball/late-night-basketball/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]
*July 11  |  Linden and Marion Franklin community centers *

Columbus Book Festival [ https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]
*July 12-13  |  Main Library and Topiary Park*

City Leaders Application Deadline [ https://columbusrecparks.com/youth-success/city-leaders-academy/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ]
*July 18*






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