Media Contacts:Kerry Francis, 614-645-8504, 740-504-5892 (cell),
[email protected]Stephanie Garling, 614-204-2695
(cell),
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Recycling Grant Allows Jazz & Rib Fest to be Environmentally-Friendly
COLUMBUS - Columbus Recreation and Parks Department’s Jazz
& Rib Fest could offset eight tons of recyclable and compostable material
from entering the landfill, thanks to a Recycle Ohio Grant from the Ohio
Environmental Protection Agency’s (Ohio EPA) Recycling and Litter Prevention
program.
2022-07-18
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Residents Encouraged to Check out All Columbus Recreation and Parks Has to Offer During National Park and Recreation Month
COLUMBUS, OH – July is National Park and Recreation Month, and Columbus Recreation and Parks is connecting residents with the many ways the department and its staff benefits them and the City of Columbus.
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Jazz & Rib Fest Returns to Downtown Riverfront After Two Year Hiatus
(Columbus, Ohio) – After two summers impacted by the pandemic, Columbus Recreation and Parks Department is
excited to present the 41st annual Jazz & Rib Fest from Friday, July 22, to Sunday, July 24, on the Downtown Riverfront.
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City of Columbus Begins Using New Online Platform to Automate Permitting Process for Events and Festivals
COLUMBUS – The City of Columbus has started to use a new platform to make it easier for organizations and residents to apply for permits to host festivals, races, marine events, block parties and film within Columbus.
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Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Hosts Its First Hiring Fair
COLUMBUS - Columbus Recreation and Parks Department believes its workforce should be reflective of the community it serves and is bringing the hiring process to the people. Candidates interested in summer seasonal positions, part-time work or internships with Columbus Recreation and Parks are invited to Dodge Community Center on Saturday, April 2, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
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Columbus Cultural Arts Center Announces April 2022 Events
COLUMBUS – The Columbus Cultural Arts Center (CAC) has announced its April calendar of events.
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Columbus Recreation and Parks Community Centers to Help Residents Keep Warm
COLUMBUS – With bitterly cold temperatures forecasted, Columbus Recreation and Parks will open warming centers at five community centers to give residents a place to keep warm during this Friday’s cold temperatures: the Barnett, Dodge, Linden, Marion Franklin and Thompson community centers will be open 9 a.m.-9 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 4. Contact information for the centers is available online.
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Columbus Recreation and Parks Receives Top Honors for the Linden Community Center Project
Representatives from Columbus Recreation and Parks Department accepted a first place Award of Excellence from the Ohio Parks and Recreation Association (OPRA) for the Linden Community Center at the association’s annual conference. The department received the first place award in the Capital Projects: $2.5 million and up category. OPRA’s annual awards program recognizes organizations throughout Ohio that embody the vision, dedication and demonstration of excellence in parks and recreation.
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Honoring the Legacy of Kathy Espy
Today we mourn a great City leader whose many, many contributions include service to Columbus Recreation and Parks Department, Kathy Espy.
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Columbus Cultural Arts Center February 2022 Events
COLUMBUS – The Columbus Cultural Arts Center (CAC) has announced its February 2022 calendar of events.
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Reese Begins Tenure as First Woman Leader of Columbus Recreation and Parks
Bernita A. Reese today began her tenure as the first woman leader of Columbus Recreation and Parks Department. She joins the department from Huntsville, Alabama Parks & Recreation Department, where she served as the director.
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Columbus Recreation and Parks Department announces the return of WinterFest to Bicentennial Park on Dec. 4
For Immediate Release Sarah
Irvin Clark, 614-296-4057
2021-11-04
Columbus Recreation and Parks Department announces the return of WinterFest to Bicentennial Park on Dec. 4
COLUMBUS - After taking a hiatus
last year as a result of the pandemic, Columbus Recreation and Parks Department
is bringing back
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Columbus Cultural Arts Center Announces November Events
For Immediate Release
2021-10-20
Columbus Cultural Arts Center Announces November Events
COLUMBUS – The Columbus Cultural
Arts Center (CAC) has announced its November calendar of events.
Exhibitions
Out of Tunes
Nov. 19 - Dec. 31; Main
Gallery
In this exhibition,
artist Brian Rieg
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Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Hosts Kids Run
For Immediate Release
2021-10-18
Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Hosts Kids Run
COLUMBUS –
Columbus Recreation and
Parks Department is excited to announce the annual Kids Run. In partnership
with the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon and Highlights for
Children, this event
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Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Hosts Senior Wellness Jamboree
For Immediate Release
2021-09-27
Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Hosts Senior Wellness Jamboree
COLUMBUS – Columbus Recreation and Parks Department is excited to announce its annual Senior Wellness Jamboree. In Partnership with Franklin County Office on Aging, this event is FREE for all resident
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Columbus Cultural Arts Center Announces October Events
For Immediate Release
2021-09-15
Columbus Cultural Arts Center Announces October Events
COLUMBUS – The Columbus Cultural Arts Center (CAC) has announced its October 2021 events.
Exhibitions
Art and Jazz
Oct. 8-Nov. 1; Main Gallery
Visual artist Karin Dahl and composers Chris Berg, B
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Columbus Recreation and Parks Announces the Return of Jack Attack Boccia Tournament
For Immediate Release
2021-08-24
Columbus Recreation and Parks Announces the Return of Jack Attack Boccia Tournament
COLUMBUS – Columbus Recreation and Parks Department is excited to
announce the return of Jack Attack, the department’s annual Boccia tournament
for adaptive athletes. Boccia is a game of
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Columbus Cultural Arts Center Announces September Events
For Immediate Release
2021-08-23
Columbus Cultural Arts Center Announces September Events
COLUMBUS – The Columbus Cultural
Arts Center (CAC) has announced its Sept. 2021 calendar of events.
Exhibitions:
Interwoven
Aug. 27-Oct.
2, Main Gallery
Artist Elaine Fleck
presents a selection of
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Community Giveaway Helps Families in Need
For Immediate Release
2021-08-18
Community Giveaway Helps Families in Need
COLUMBUS – Columbus Recreation
and Parks Department will host a community giveaway this weekend. This
drive-thru event will provide free food, book bags, shoes and toiletries to
residents. The event is open to all community mem
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Event Gives Youth of All Abilities the Opportunity to Try Wheelchair Basketball, Learn About Adaptive Sports
For Immediate Release
2021-08-17
Event Gives Youth of All Abilities the Opportunity to Try Wheelchair Basketball, Learn About Adaptive Sports
COLUMBUS – A “Try It” event is designed to help youth of all abilities
learn about wheelchair basketball, and the opportunity to participate in sports
regardless
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