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Bringing the families and residents in the Highland Lakes community closer together. We enjoy helping people get to know one another through our monthly publication. Supported by the local business sponsors found inside the magazine.

08/09/2025

🖊Editor's Letter: Ice Cream, Pencils & Page-Turners

As summer winds down and the back-to-school buzz begins, this issue of Stroll Highland Lakes is packed with stories, events, and helpful resources to make the transition feel a little smoother—and a lot more exciting.

Mark your calendars for one of our favorite seasonal traditions: the Highland Lakes Ice Cream Social! Join us on Tuesday, August 13 at 4:00 p.m. at Freeman Park for sweet treats, great company, and family fun. We’re grateful to The Goddard School for generously sponsoring this community favorite once again.

Inside this issue, don’t miss our special feature on Aviva and Rogue, two adorable Highland Lakes kids gearing up for their first days of kindergarten and first grade. Their back-to-school energy and Sharpie-ready style are sure to bring a smile to your face.

If your family is making the leap into middle school, be sure to check out our student-led guide to surviving and thriving in sixth grade—packed with helpful insights from local kids who’ve just been there.
We’re also sharing a smart and practical guide to back-to-school shopping on a budget, so you can save big without sacrificing style or quality.

And as always, please take a moment to support the local businesses and advertisers featured in these pages. They make this publication possible—and they’re an important part of what makes our community so special.

Wishing you a smooth, joyful, and inspired start to the school year!

Warmly,

The Stroll Highland Lakes Team!

08/08/2025

🚪Tour the showroom!

You want to update, but you don't know where to begin. Your front door says a lot about your home. Be sure everyone's first impression is the BEST.

Not sure if you want a solid door, maybe sidelights, maybe double doors? Reach out to Vienna Door Company and schedule a tour of their showroom, where their experts will talk about styles and finishes and installation.

4801 Roberts Rd, Columbus
+1 614-363-5006

viennadoor.com

📣We are honored to have Vienna Door as a Stroll Highland Lakes Preferred Business.

Curious how to become a Stroll Highland Lakes Preferred Business? Send us a DM to learn more!

08/07/2025

📆Community Events

🥳Uptown Friday Nights: Fridays (except the fourth Friday) 6:30–8:30p, stroll through charming Uptown as music fills the air, artists showcase their work, and merchants keep their doors open late.

🎼Sounds of Summer Concert Series: The Music Of Linda Ronstadt (Aug. 10), Westerville Jazz Orchestra (Aug. 17), and Westerville Symphony (Aug. 24). Bring a blanket/chairs to the Alum Creek North Amphitheater.

🍅Farmers Market: COhatch/North High Brewing property at 240 S State St on Saturdays, 9a-noon to shop locally grown food and farm products. https://uptownwestervilleinc.com/uwi-presents/farmers-market

📚Library Events: Live animal visits, a pickleball clinic, a local author visit, and a musical class for kids with Musicologie. westervillelibrary.org/events

📨Summer Letterbox Adventure: Visit the Preservation Parks of Delaware County and follow clues as you hike along trails to find letterboxes. Find four or more letterboxes to earn a prize. https://preservationparks.com/programs/summer-letterbox-adventure

🍺Uptown Untapped: Saturday, August 9, from 5–10p, transforming E Main St into a celebration of craft beer, food, and music. More than 16 breweries represented, bites from beloved Uptown eateries, live performances by LDNL and Billy Brown, and games galore, 21+ festival https://uptownwestervilleinc.com/uwi-presents/uptown-untapped

📖The Westerville Files Walking Tour: a storytelling walking tour that unlocks the hidden, quirky, and surprising stories behind the city's historic district. Select Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings all month long. https://www.facebook.com/UptownWvilleInc

🥳Fourth Friday: August 22 from 6 to 9 p.m. Shopping, food, entertainment, and community. Rockhouse will perform outside Hanby School from 6:30-8:30p and play classic lawn games in front of the Westerville Library.
uptownwestervilleinc.com/uwi-presents/fourth-friday-uptown-street-festivals

🖊 Jennie Williams, N2 Staff Writer and Highland Lakes Resident

08/05/2025

🪷Looking for a holistic approach to wellness?

At Polaris Wellness Acupuncture and Chiropractic Center LLC they provide services from across multiple disciplines to promote healing and help improve your quality of life:
📍Acupuncture
🪷Chiropractic Care
💡Laser/Red Light Therapy

Dr Hindman's goal is to enhance the natural, powerful healing ability within your body to restore proper function, provide superior pain relief, decrease stress, and improve overall vitality so life can be more enjoyable!

110 County Line Rd W, Ste B, Westerville
+1 614-735-8930
polariswellness.com

📣We are honored to have Polaris Wellness Acupuncture and Chiropractic Center as a Stroll Highland Lakes Preferred Business.

Curious how to become a Stroll Highland Lakes Preferred Business? Send us a DM to learn more!

08/04/2025

🍦Join Us!

We are celebrating Back-to-School!

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13th
4:00p
Freeman Park

THANK YOU to The Goddard School !

08/02/2025

🖌Someone is getting a face-lift!

Take a step back and look at your house. Is it faded and stained? You'd be amazed what a couple of coats of paint can do to bring it back to life.

Reach out to Paint 4 You for a stucco and trim update!

Ask about their Stroll Highland Lakes discount!

+1 614-316-2929
paint4youcolumbus.com

📣We are honored to have Paint 4 You as a Stroll Highland Lakes Preferred Business.

Curious how to become a Stroll Highland Lakes Preferred Business? Send us a DM to learn more!

08/01/2025

📚Where has the summer gone? It's our back-to-school issue!

📸To Be Loved Photography

07/30/2025

⛺️Kids 2 Kids: From Worm Hunts to Tooth Fairy Visits: Camping with the Webbs

Outdoor-loving parents turned camper-van adventurers, the Webb family is raising two happy campers—one worm-chaser and one fisherman—on muddy memories, shared bunk beds, and the magic of life under the stars.

What’s life without a bit of adventure? Highland Lake residents, the Webbs, have always been drawn to the outdoors. Before having kids, Brittany and Jared were cross-country travelers, backpacking through countless national parks. Now that 6-year-old Colton and 3-year-old Abby are in the picture, the camping experience looks a little different—rather than four legs, the family moves on four wheels. The Webb family camper van is full of fun, excitement, and plenty of snacks!

On their last adventure, the Webbs spent the weekend at Alum Creek Campground—their typical kickoff spot for the camping season. Because it’s so close to home, it allows them to enjoy time away while still participating in local sports and activities that the kids are involved in. Their next planned excursion is to Mohican State Park at the beginning of the summer. Mom has her first triathlon of the season around this time, so they’re creating a fun family trip out of it!

The Webb parents offer two tips for families looking to get into camping: “Embrace the dirty”. Let loose and have fun! Dirt can be washed off, but memories can’t. Secondly, acknowledge that adjusting to a new setting might be difficult for your family, especially young children. Playing outdoors might be familiar for your kids, but living outdoors is another story. There may be unexpected obstacles, so be flexible, especially if it’s your first time! The Webbs have certainly grown to love life on the campground: “We’ve always found camping and being outdoors to bring out happier kids and are so grateful to give them beautiful experiences across the country”.

🖊 Kendra Petrill, N2 Managing Editor

07/29/2025

🖼In a world where everything is digital, be an original!

There's something to be said for family keepsakes. This is an original drawing by a client's grandfather c.1940.

Reed Arts added a small French line detail on the mat echoing the line work of the drawing while the contoured frame recalls the curves of the car's bodywork.

Subtle and stunning and a beautiful memory!

943 West 3rd Avenue, Columbus
+1 614-291-0253

reedarts.com

📣We are honored to have Reed Arts as a Stroll Highland Lakes Preferred Business.

Curious how to become a Stroll Highland Lakes Preferred Business? Send us a DM to learn more!

07/28/2025

🪣🧽Young Achiever--From Funky to Fresh: Will Clayton's Trash Bin Transformation Service

When most kids walk past a smelly trash bin, they hold their noses and hurry on. Not Will Clayton. This enterprising Highland Lakes resident saw an opportunity where others saw only odor. At just 13 years old, Will has launched a neighborhood trash bin cleaning service that’s making waves—and making bins sparkle.

It all started with a suggestion from his mom, who thought it could be a great summer business idea. “She kind of told me about it,” Will says. “Then we bought the power washer, and she got some customers who are friends around the neighborhood. It took off from there.”

Will taught himself the ropes by watching YouTube tutorials and practicing on his own family’s bins. “They were so dirty,” he laughs. “But I cleaned them up, and they looked so good.”

His equipment includes a heavy-duty power washer, a professional-strength probiotic enzyme cleaner, and a deodorizer. “The power washer is my favorite,” Will says. “It’s satisfying to see the before and after.”

Despite the bugs and the dirt that collect in hard-to-reach crevices, Will says the flexibility of running his own business is the best part. “I like that I can do it on my own time, in between sports and school,” he says. “The startup cost is pretty low, so you can start making a profit quickly.”

Will’s service has spread fast through word of mouth, social media, and neighbor recommendations. His twin brother Alex and friends like Graham have been huge supporters, and Will is now looking to expand into the Lewis Center and Westerville areas. Flyers will be going up soon, so keep an eye out!

Will hopes his story inspires other young entrepreneurs. “My advice would be just to believe you can do it,” he says. “Put in the hard work and you will be successful.”
Want your bins to shine like Will’s? Contact Will at (330) 518-9849 to schedule a cleaning!

🖊 Kendra Petrill, N2 Managing Editor

07/26/2025

💦The Lakes Golf and Country Club: Life Is Better Poolside

When one homeowner’s pool project sparked a wave of curiosity, it led to a deeper appreciation for The Lakes Golf and Country Club's vibrant, welcoming aquatics community.

I love the water. Growing up meant summers at the community pool and vacations at the beach. Now that my kids are teenagers, I look back at the last 19 years and realize that their formative years mirror my own—vacations with family at the beach with a pool always close by.

Recently, I was driving the back nine of The Lakes Golf and Country Club and noticed one of the homeowners was installing a small but very lovely pool. Since I love pools, I took a couple extra minutes to admire the ongoing construction. Even though it was only two-thirds finished, you could see the transformation it was bringing to an already beautiful space.

That moment inspired this article. Why would I spend six figures on a pool when I could join The Lakes and enjoy their wonderful aquatics complex?
The Lakes’ aquatic complex features two large pools, a baby pool, 25-foot speed slide, diving boards, a playground, and a basketball court. The Pool Grill provides chicken fingers, slushies, and Lakes’ Shakes all Summer long for members. Not to mention that the lower lap pool is covered every Winter, allowing for swimming year-round at the Club. All these amazing amenities don’t include the most important thing, the people. The friends, neighbors, classmates splashing year-round at the pool and the wonderful staff that keep the place running so smoothly.
My dream of owning a pool isn’t dead. It has just evolved a little bit. Now, I dream of lounging at The Lakes’ pool with family and friends.

🖊Raymond Bice, Clubhouse Manager at The Lakes Golf and Country Club

07/25/2025

🏡Selling your home is a big deal!

Teresa Powell, Realtor is here to make sure every detail is handled with care, expertise, and a commitment to YOUR goals.

Here are just a few ways Teresa goes above and beyond to make the process as smooth and successful as possible for her sellers.

Professional Photos & Virtual Tour✅
Attention to Detail✅
Strategic Online Marketing✅
Smart Pricing Strategy✅

Ask her about her seller guide!

+1 614-679-9955
LuxeHomeTeam.com

📣We are honored to have Teresa Powell, Realtor as a Stroll Highland Lakes Preferred Business.

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