Festivals

\*English version down below\* ¿Te encanta leer pero te cuesta encontrar el tiempo o el lugar ideal? ¡Acompáñanos! No hay un libro obligatorio, ni presión por participar en debates. El objetivo es simplemente disfrutar de una hora de lectura compartida en un ambiente tranquilo. **¿Cómo funciona?** Es muy sencillo: traes el libro que estés leyendo actualmente (novela, ensayo, cómic o Kindle) y leemos juntos en silencio. Sin tareas, sin compromisos. **Agenda:** * **10:30 AM - 11:00 AM:** Bienvenida y presentaciones rápidas (¿qué estás leyendo?). * **11:00 AM - 12:00 PM:** Una hora de lectura en silencio (¡celulares en vibración!). * **12:00 PM en adelante:** Compartimos un poco de lo que leímos y nos conocemos un poco más En esta ocasión realizaremos un picnic durante la lectura. Te invitamos a que, de manera sustentable, lleves tu propio termo con café o agua, así como algún cojín para sentarte cómodamente. ¡Te esperamos! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Do you love reading but struggle to find the time or the right place? Join us! There’s no required book and no pressure to participate in discussions. The goal is simply to enjoy an hour of shared reading in a calm and relaxed atmosphere. How does it work? It’s very simple: bring the book you’re currently reading (novel, essay, comic, or Kindle) and we’ll read together in silence. No assignments, no commitments. Agenda: - **10:30 AM – 11:00 AM**: Welcome and quick introductions (what are you reading?) - **11:00 AM – 12:00 PM**: One hour of silent reading (phones on vibrate!) - **12:00 PM onwards**: We’ll share a bit about what we read and get to know each other On this occasion, we will have a picnic during the reading session. We invite you to be sustainable by bringing your own reusable cup or thermos with coffee or water, as well as a cushion for comfortable seating. We look forward to seeing you! | | | --- | |

Join us for the best **fireworks** show in the Columbus area, [Dublin Independence Day Celebration](https://www.visitdublinohio.com/event/independence-day-celebration/203/)! **7pm**: *We'll gather at **Urban's Pint House*** to meet n greet for a bit and grab some drinks and eats. **8:30pm**: *Head over the* **Bridge to Old Dublin** and **Getaway Brewing** (*second meetup spot*). **9:30pm**: *walk across the street to secure space on the* **top level of the Library Parking Garage.** **9:50pm**: **FIREWORKS SHOW!** **AFTERPARTY**: traffic is bad for a while so either get in line to exit the parking garage OR hang out at **PINS** (or Roosevelt Room) open til late back at Bridge Park. **PARKING**: the garages all around Bridge Park are free!

Now in its 26th year, [The Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival](https://www.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/), in Gahanna, gathers world famous groups and performers at a single place for you to enjoy the best Blues & Jazz in Ohio. *SATURDAY NIGHT features: The Urban Jazz Coalition with Special Guest Brian Simpson, North Mississippi Allstars, The Deal Breakers & More.* The three-day cultural celebration features musicians on 3 stages, local food trucks and beverage stations, treats, artisans, and more. **Tickets are $15 for adults online.** Link to purchase tickets: [Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival Tickets](https://tickets.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/e/2026-creekside-blues-jazz-festival). $20 at the door. Military are free. WHAT: Here's the festival [EVENT MAP](https://www.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/Event-Map/). Also, here's the [SCHEDULE](https://www.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/Schedule/) map to help you determine who to see. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **Parking -** The Creekside Parking Garage will be open throughout the festival weekend. Entrance is located near the intersection of Mill and North Streets; accessible only by traveling south on Mill Street. **Event parking rate is $5 and collected at entrance to garage. Cash ONLY is accepted at garage entrance for parking.** Although off street parking in the Creekside District is permitted, it is very limited and not recommended. **Shuttle Service** pickup will be at the following location: [AEP Ohio 700 Morrison Rd., Gahanna, OH](https://goo.gl/maps/K9GgvgEdxCHaXsKDA) **Shuttle Service Hours:** Saturday: 1 PM - 12 AM **BRING**: *Be sure to bring a **chair** since there is limited available seating. Also $ or paycard for food and drink.*

Join us at Hilliard's Station Park for an evening of fun, froth and frenzy, and best of all...FREE live music!! Grab a cool drink and some eats and plan to be social. (DORA event so folks can carry open adult beverage cups) CENTER STREET MARKET & [CROOKED CAN](https://crookedcanohio.com/) \- for eats and drinks AMPHITHEATER SEATING but bring a lawn chair if you plan to sit a bit. PARKING: lots all around the block. BAND: [TPN](https://trailerparkninjas.com/) is a Midwest staple, playing a continually evolving mix of Top 40, Hip-Hop, and singalongs. Most every song is danceable! RAIN?: We'll meet inside Crooked Can's huge market seating area instead. Celebration at the Station summer concert series runs June through August every Thursday evening. All concerts feature live bands from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Dine at one of the Old Hilliard restaurants. Adults 21+ can enjoy adult beverages outdoors in the designated outdoor refreshment area from 12 - 9 p.m. daily.

Westerville Pride Festival Sat\. June 6\, 2026 \| 5 PM \- 8 PM If you're thinking of attending, or being a sponsor, vendor, or volunteer, visit our website at https://www.westervillequeercollective.org/pride for more information! Location and other info will be announced soon :)