Take Flight into Birdwatching; Oct. 4; 6:00 p.m. Wagnalls Memorial Library, 150 E. Columbus St, Lithopolis Interactive birdwatching session for all ages. Learn essential skills, explore apps, and enjoy fall birding.
Photo by Theresa Garee

Home Sweet Home Show

Sept. 20; 9 a.m. – Noon

Stradley Place, 30 S. High St.

This free, family-friendly event will feature dozens of vendors and local service providers as well as giveaways. Highlights include: Dozens of home and garden vendors and local service providers in one place, expert tips for home projects, and giveaways. Free.

Canal Winchester Classic Marching Band Competition

Sept. 20; 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Mike Locke Stadium, Canal Winchester High School

A day of high school marching band performances, culminating in a show by the Canal Winchester Marching Indians.

Bingo Night Benefiting Kids Get Cancer Too

Sept. 20; 6 p.m.

The Studio at Grace FTC, 1449 Refugee Rd.

Proceeds will benefit Ohio families with children in active cancer treatment.

Early registration tickets are $25 online, or $30 at the door. Each ticket includes a 12-game packet with six cards per game, and all games pay cash prizes. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with Bingo starting at 6 p.m.

The event is for ages 18 and older. Extra game cards, raffle tickets for themed baskets, concessions, and 50/50 raffle tickets will be available for purchase. Seating is limited. Register at kgct.org.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Sept. 25; 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Diley Ridge Medical Center, 7911 Diley Rd.

Canal Winchester’s collection site is set up in a convenient stop and drop model, allowing those discarding unwanted prescription drugs to remain in their vehicles, drop medications with collection agents, and continue on their way. Collectors may only accept pills. The service is free and anonymous; no questions asked.

Red Cross Blood Drive

Sept. 25; 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Canal Winchester Community Center, 45 E. Waterloo St.

The City of Canal Winchester is proud to partner with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive in the CW Community Center. Schedule an appointment to donate today! Visit redcrossblood.org, sponsor code CWCommunity, or call 1-800 RED CROSS

Community Fishing Day

Sept. 27; 9 a.m. – Noon

Howe Pond Park, 8030 Howe Industrial Pkwy.

The City of Canal Winchester invites the community out for a free afternoon of fishing, food, and family fun.Bait will be provided, courtesy of Columbus Wholesale Fish Bait. Volunteers will be on hand to help anyone new to the sport get set up and demonstrate basic instructions.

Shucking Bubba Deluxe at Summer Sundays

Sept. 28; 4-7 p.m.

Stradley Park, 36 S High St

Free outdoor concert: bring chairs, food, friends & family. Summer Sundays in Stradley’s last event of the season.

CW Tour of Skeletons

Entire month of October

Throughout Canal Winchester

Homes, businesses, classrooms, and organizations are encouraged to decorate skeletons or skeleton scenes. Community voting with prize categories like Funniest, Most Creative, Best Business.

Fairfield County Trail of Scarecrows

Entire month of October

Throughout Fairfield County

Explore over 14 communities showcasing creative scarecrow displays. Navigate the trail with the Visit Fairfield County app and participate in challenges for prizes.

Halloween Tarot Bingo

Oct. 2; 7-9 p.m.

Brewdog Dogtap, 96 Gender Rd.

Kick off spooky season at Tarot Bingo with The Secret Card Society – a night of mystical fun & prizes!

Tire Sweep & Creek Cleanup

Oct. 4; 8-11 a.m.

Walnut Woods Metro Park, 6723 Lithopolis Rd.

Volunteers help remove tires and debris from Walnut Creek. Canoes/kayaks welcome; wading also possible. Pancakes and coffee provided starting at 7:30 a.m. Rain or shine. RSVP encouraged.

Sisterhood Luncheon

Oct. 4; Noon

Obetz Village Community Center, 1650 Obetz Ave.

“Weaving a Tapestry of Sisterhood Through Service, Wellness, and Unity”

Women join Alpha Kappa Sorority to support each other, prioritize their well-being, and strengthen bonds through service and unity!

Herbs: The Spice of Life

Oct. 4; 1-3 p.m.

Slate Run Living Historical Farm, 1375 OH-674

Learn about the traditional uses of herbs in cooking and medicine. Free and open to the public.

Fall Fest at Slate Run Metro Park

Oct. 12; 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Slate Run Metro Park, 1375 OH-674

Fall-themed fun including hayrides, corn maze, archery, historical farm activities, Ohio Wildlife Center animals, games, and crafts.

CW Meet the Candidate Night

Oct. 16; 5 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Brewdog Dogtap, 96 Gender Rd.

The Canal Winchester Chamber of Commerce hosts an evening of networking and a panel discussion featuring candidates for CW City Council. RSVP at canalwinchester.com/events.

Phoenix Fantasy Ball

Oct. 18; 6-9 p.m.

Wagnalls Memorial, 150 E. Columbus St.

oin Rise Up Arts Alliance at Wagnalls Memorial for The Phoenix Ball, an evening where fantasy comes to life. Dress up as your favorite character from beloved books and enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres, enchanting music, and a night filled with magic during Wands & Wizards Weekend. Capture memories at their Photo Booth and with a professional photographer, ensuring every moment shines. There will be a Fantasy Market of geeky delights for book lovers, movie fans, cosplayers and more.

Fortress Fright Night

Oct. 25; 6-9 p.m.

Fortress Obetz, 2015 Recreation Trail, Obetz

Family-friendly Halloween event featuring trick-or-treating, costume contests, and other spooky activities.

Family Game Night – Halloween Edition!

Oct. 29; 5-8 p.m.

Canal Winchester Community Center, 45 E. Waterloo St.

Bring your own game or choose from one of the many available at the center. We’ll also have special Halloween crafts! Dinner, snacks, and beverages will be provided. Costume contest.