Stroll Highland Lakes, Columbus, OH (2025)

07/15/2025

🚪🪟Mother Nature taking a toll on your windows and doors?

Our houses are aging and it might be time to upgrade your doors and windows to protect against our harsh rain, sun, and wind.

Reach out to the team at Pella Windows & Doors of Columbus to chat about making your life brighter!

+1 833-441-1964
pellabranch.com/columbus

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07/14/2025

🪑🛋🛏Home Matters: Highland Lakes Furniture Bank Day-SATURDAY, JULY 19th

If you have read my columns for the past 20 years, you know that I have written about the challenges sellers face when figuring out what to do with their stuff. Most of it is in great shape, but they no longer need it.

On my radio show, The Paul George Real Estate Show, I recently spoke with Adam Knisley of the Furniture Bank of Central Ohio, which inspired me to both get involved in helping the cause and also to assist my friends and neighbors in getting rid of their unneeded and unwanted items. If you have a chance, listen to the show, episode 90 of my podcast, and hear about this wonderful organization and everyone they help.

With that inspiration comes the first annual “Highland Lakes Furniture Bank Donation Day.” I worked with Furniture Bank to set a special Highland Lakes Day. On SATURDAY, JULY 19th, Furniture Bank will come to Highland Lakes and pick up all of that unwanted stuff. Typically, Furniture Bank will pick up items for free if they are placed outside or in the garage. However, if they need to move items, a $50 fee is charged to cover their liability. Having strong sons and their strong friends, I have employed them to help you move your big stuff out to where they can be picked up for free.
Eligible Items:
• Mattresses and Box Springs
• Bed Frames
• Dressers and Nightstands
• Kitchen Tables and Chairs
• Sofas, Chairs, and Coffee Tables
• Bookshelves and Cabinets
• Appliances (Electric) 15 yrs old max
• TVs and small appliances
• Wall Art and Lamps
• Small Desks and Chairs
• Pots & Pans, Dishes, Glassware
• Bed and Table Linens
• And more....
Go to www.furniturebankcoh.org/donate-furniture/ for a full list of eligible items. You MUST SIGN UP and have items available on SATURDAY, JULY 19th. To sign up, use the QR code or go to www.paulgeorgerealestate.com/donate. Any questions, call me directly at 614-570-2853.

07/13/2025

🎉 POLARIS PARTY TIME 🎉

CAPS Plastic Surgery, Dermatology, MedSpa, & Wellness Center is turning ONE—and throwing the ultimate bash to celebrate! ✨

THURSDAY, JULY 31st
4:00p-7:00p
CAPS Polaris, 405 Polaris Parkway

The night will include:
✨ Discounted Botox on-site
✨ Local vendors to shop
✨ Live tattoos
✨ Giveaways & prizes
✨ Light bites & drinks
✨ One-night-only event specials

Bring your besties and grab your spot at CAPS Polaris! 💃🥂

RSVP https://CAPSpolaris.rsvpify.com

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07/12/2025

📚Nurturing your child's unique potential!

The Goddard School ismore than just a daycare. The Goddard School is a private preschool, offering childcare to infants and toddlers to pre-k. Their programs are designed to nurture each child's curiosity in a safe and caring environment.

8750 Olde Worthington Road, Westerville
+1 614-882-0111
goddardschool.com/schools/oh/westerville/westerville-polaris

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07/11/2025

🤩Reconnect with our Advertisers!

We are delighted to express our gratitude to our renewing advertisers, whose continued partnership is vital to our magazine's success.

Your steadfast support allows us to deliver engaging content that connects and enriches the lives of our readers. Thank you for being so committed to our community publication—your contributions help keep our magazine accessible to everyone.

We encourage our neighbors to support these valued advertisers who help make our work possible.

RENEWALS
Morgan Stanley | Rachel Beck

07/09/2025

🖼Special Community Event: Westerville’s Music & Arts Festival Returns for Its 51st Year of Creative Community Fun

Mark your calendars for Westerville’s annual Music & Arts Festival, returning to Heritage Park & Everal Barn on Saturday, July 12 (10a-7p) and Sunday, July 13 (10a-4p).

Now in its 51st year, the festival has grown dramatically since its first summer in 1973, when Doris Hoffman—a Chamber member who owned Flowers by Doris on College Avenue—rallied businesses to host a street fair on South State Street. What began with just 50 fine arts and crafts exhibitors has more than doubled in size.

Between the Heritage Park and the newly refurbished Everal Barn, this venue offered plenty of space to station exhibitors, concessionaires, and bands and room to expand.

In addition to browsing 125 art vendors, visitors can enjoy a jam-packed schedule celebrating the arts, including exhibits, workshops, a caricature artist, and live music performances.

Kids can participate in special youth activities such as face painting, children’s crafts, and “instrument petting zoos” sponsored by Musicologie and School of Rock Gahanna.

The air-conditioned Everal Barn will host a silent auction and youth art exhibit, giving guests a cool break while they enjoy even more creativity.
Admission is $2 for anyone over 10, payable by cash or Venmo. Parking is nearby, with trolleys running to and from the Sports Complex and Uptown Westerville.
Twenty local food vendors will offer a variety of refreshments. Beer sales will be extended on Saturday from noon-7p, allowing guests to stroll the festival grounds with a beverage. New this year: a water bottle refill station to help guests stay hydrated.

For a full schedule, parking information, volunteer opportunities, and more, visit:
https://www.westervillechamber.com/music-arts-festival/.

07/08/2025

🏘Handling all your exterior needs!

Great Roofing and Restoration - Ohio takes pride in being your comprehensive solution for all home exterior needs.

While they excel in roofing services, they are also a full-service general contractor, ready to address every aspect of your property’s exterior. From residential roofing, siding, gutters, and window services to catering to multi-family properties and offering commercial roofing solutions, they have the expertise and experience to handle it all. Whether you’re a homeowner or a property manager, you can trust Great Roofing & Restoration-Ohio to deliver exceptional results

+1 614-858-3364
greatroofing.com

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07/07/2025

📆Community Events: Your Guide to July Fun

🎼Sounds of Summer Concert Series – British Invasion (July 20), and Westerville Jazz Orchestra (July 27). Bring a blanket or chairs to the Alum Creek North Amphitheater these Sunday nights for free family entertainment.

🍓Uptown Westerville's Farmers Market – Visit the CoHatch parking lot on Saturdays between 9a-noon to shop for locally grown food and farm products. More: https://uptownwestervilleinc.com/uwi-presents/farmers-market

🖼Music & Arts Festival – On Saturday and Sunday, July 12 and 13, Heritage Park will come alive with the sights and sounds of art! Engage with talented musicians and artists while enjoying fare from food trucks. More: westervillechamber.com/music-arts-festival

🎥Movies at McNamara—watch a movie under the stars. On July 12, at 7:30p, bring a picnic, chair or blanket, and bug spray to watch the “Dog Man” movie. There will be free popcorn! More at genoatwp.com.

📚Library Events – Stop by the Westerville Public Library for fun activities, including Paw Patrol Storytime, a Taylor Swift party, detective games, an UNO competition, and a Giant Bubble Show. More: westervillelibrary.org/events

🎭Cats – Local actors bring the classical musical “Cats” to life Thursday, July 17, through Sunday, July 20. Tickets: www.Westerville.org/Tickets

💐WesterFlora Garden Tour – The Westerville Garden Club’s annual free tour on Sunday, July 20 from Noon-6p, inviting garden enthusiasts to tour inspiring local gardens. More: https://westerflora.net

🥳Uptown Westerville Fourth Friday – July 25 from 6p-9p. Enjoy shopping, food, entertainment, and community. Three Ton Toad will perform outside Hanby School from 6:30p-8:30p. More: uptownwestervilleinc.com/uwi-presents/fourth-friday-uptown-street-festivals

🏘Tapestry of a Town—On July 27 from 1p-5p, visit 11 historic sites of Westerville on a self-guided walking tour and learn about your community's heritage. Tickets and more: westervillehabitat.org.

🖊Jennie Williams, N2 Staff Writer

07/05/2025

🖊July has arrived in Highland Lakes, and with it comes everything we love about summer—cookouts with neighbors, catching fireflies at dusk, lazy lake days, and fireworks lighting up the night sky.

This issue of Stroll Highland Lakes is packed with summer spirit. Be sure to check out our Meet Your Neighbors feature introducing the Wood family, who share their favorite parts of Highland Lakes life, the Webb kids and their summer camping adventures. And don’t miss tips from Emileigh Brenneman, a local veterinary technician, on how to help pets cope with fireworks and thunderstorms—perfect timing as the Fourth of July approaches!

As always, Stroll Highland Lakes is here to celebrate the people, pets, and moments that make this neighborhood special. Whether you're headed to the pool, hosting friends in the backyard, or just soaking up the sunshine, we hope this month’s issue adds a little more warmth to your summer.

If you're interested in sharing stories, events, or family milestones in future editions or if you’re a business interested in reaching the Highland Lakes community, please reach out to Amber Mustafaga for advertising opportunities.

Wishing everyone a safe, joyful, and community-filled July!
— The Stroll Highland Lakes Staff

07/04/2025

🏠Ready for you!

Looking to Buy? Sell? Build? Mary Staebler is ready to let her experience work for you!

With over 25 years in the local real estate market, Mary has the knowledge and expertise to help buyers and sellers achieve their real estate goals!

740-972-3833
[email protected]

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07/03/2025

🎆🇺🇸Mark Your Calendars: Celebrate Independence Day Across Central Ohio

🎆THURSDAY, JULY 3rd
COLUMBUS
Columbus’ signature Independence Day celebration—Red, White & Boom!—lights up downtown! This free event features a parade, street festival, live music, and a stunning fireworks display that draws thousands yearly.

🎆FRIDAY, JULY 4th
GAHANNA
Starting at 5:30p the Gahanna Municipal Golf Course hosts an evening of live music and local food vendors, ending with a vibrant fireworks show.

DELAWARE
Celebrate with a free outdoor concert by the Central Ohio Symphony at Phillips Glen (OWU Campus) beginning at 7:30p, followed by a dazzling fireworks display.

DUBLIN
The City of Dublin’s Independence Day festivities begin with a Fishing Derby at 8a, parade at 11a, and live entertainment at Dublin Coffman High School starting at 4:30p. Fireworks will close out the evening.

HILLIARD
Freedom Fest begins at 5p with SuperGames activities, live music, and street entertainment. Food trucks and Grandad’s Pizza will be available starting at 3p, with fireworks around 9:45p.

NEW ALBANY
Start your day with the Independence Day 5K Walk, Run, and Family Races. At 11a, stick around for the "Too Fly for the 4th of July" parade, and around 10p, cap off the night with fireworks near Rose Run Park and the NAPLS campus.

PLAIN CITY
The celebration kicks off with a 10a parade. From 11a-9p enjoy Pastime Park food vendors, a DJ, games, and bounce houses. Live music runs from 7p-9:450, with fireworks at 9:45p.

WESTERVILLE
Begin the day with a Veterans 5K and Kids Fun Run, followed by a patriotic parade through Uptown at 10:30a. Evening activities at the Sports Complex begin at 5p, with fireworks at 10p.

WORTHINGTON
Join the Rotary Family Picnic at 6p on the front lawn of the McConnell Arts Center. The picnic will feature food, live music, and inflatable games. The fireworks launch at 10p.

07/02/2025

🏠Do you want to know what lasts?

How about your new floors?!

When Ohio Garage Interiors installs your polyaspartic garage floor, you get 20 years of happiness...guaranteed.

Their 20-year warranty means your investment stays beautiful through countless Ohio seasons.

+1 216-767-6363
ohiogarageinteriors.com

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