This time of year, the calendar is jam-packed with seasonal celebrations. We’ve rounded up a
Home for the Holidays, photo courtesy of Upper Arlington Public Library
list of events happening in Upper Arlington so you won’t miss out on the fun.
Christmas in the Park
Nov. 29, 2:30-9 p.m., Nov. 30-Dec.3, 6-9 p.m.
Thompson Park, 4250 Mountview Rd.
Bring your kids to Thompson Park to take a carriage ride and visit with Santa. Registration begins at 6 a.m. on Nov. 13 and is required to attend the event. Sign up for a visiting time during registration. Use the parking lot off Woodbridge Drive, or park on the street.
Home for the Holidays
Dec. 3, 4-6 p.m.
Miller Park Branch, 1901 Arlington Ave.
Enjoy crafts, music, refreshments and a visit from Santa at this annual Miller Park tradition.
Holiday Cards
Dec. 3, 10-11:30 a.m.
Upper Arlington Senior Center, 1945 Ridgeview Rd.
Come to the Upper Arlington Senior Center to take a class on making holiday cards. Bring Scotch tape, scissors, tape runner and quick-dry adhesive. All other materials are provided at the class.
Leadership UA Holiday Alumni Party
Dec. 3, 5:30-8 p.m.
Location TBD
Celebrate the season at a party for Leadership UA alumni and their guests.
Winter Festival & Tree Lighting Ceremony
Dec. 4, 6-8:30 p.m.
Mallway Park, 2096 Arlington Ave.
Come celebrate the season with carriage rides, caroling, s’mores, visits with Santa and a tree lighting ceremony at 7:30 p.m.
Brunch with Santa
Dec. 5, 9 a.m.
Sunny 95 Park, 4395 Carriage Hill Ln.
Enjoy brunch with Santa in the Amelita Mirolo Barn in Sunny 95 Park. Reservation information will be available in November. Reservations are required for the event.
44th Annual Holiday Happiness
Dec. 5, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Upper Arlington Public Library, 2800 Tremont Rd.
Celebrate the season with the Upper Arlington Public Library with crafts, displays, music and a visit from Santa Claus.
Upper Arlington Lutheran Church Christmas Choir Concert
Dec. 11, 7-8 p.m.
Upper Arlington Lutheran Church at Mill Run, 3500 Mill Run Dr.
Come listen to Christmas carols sung by the Upper Arlington Lutheran Church choir.
Holiday Meal & Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra
Dec. 8, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Upper Arlington Senior Center, 1945 Ridgeview Rd.
Come enjoy a holiday meal and listen to a musical tribute to Frank Sinatra for his 100th birthday by singer and songwriter Celeste Friedman. Registration required.
Year of Yay! December 2015: Giving
Dec. 12, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Whole Foods Market, 1649 W. Lane Ave.
Join Yay Bikes!, along with Trace Hendricks and Meredith Joy, for a bike ride and exploration of the spirit of giving. Yay Bikes! members and first-time guests are welcome to participate for free.
Holiday Treat Exchange
Dec. 14, 10-11 a.m.
Upper Arlington Senior Center, 1945 Ridgeview Rd.
Come to the Upper Arlington Senior Center to share your holiday treats and sample some new ones. Registration required.
A Taste of Christmas in France
Dec. 15, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Upper Arlington Senior Center, 1945 Ridgeview Rd.
Enjoy a French Christmas meal at the Upper Arlington Senior Center. Hosted by Josie Gonot. Registration required.
Tremont Center Christmas Event
Dec. 15, 6-8 p.m.
Tremont Center
Come join the Tremont Center merchants for visits with Santa and his reindeer, free sleigh rides, refreshments and more.
2015 Holiday Lunch
Dec. 17, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Scioto Country Club, 2196 Riverside Dr.
Start the holiday season with a holiday lunch and great music. Registration required.
Holiday Horseback Riding
Dec. 21-22 and 28-29, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Liberty Farm, 2620 Fisher Rd.
Bring your kids or grandkids to learn the basics of horseback riding.
Athnie McMillan-Comeaux and William Kosileski are contributing writers. Feedback welcome at ssole@cityscenemediagroup.com.
