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Fourth of July – Our Community’s Tradition
Commonly referred to as “the biggest day of the year” in Upper Arlington, residents officially began celebrating July 4th together in 1923. This Party in the Park scene precedes the day’s pinnacle event: a breathtaking fireworks show. Since 1933, our Upper Arlington Civic Association has directed Fourth of July’s activities and preserved many long-standing customs, from the Paul Revere-style wake-up calls to the families who lead the parade in a re-enactment of Willard's famous painting “The Spirit of ‘76.” Alumni return for class reunions further cementing their ties with the community. You won’t need a calendar; the chairs staked out weeks in advance along the Northwest Boulevard parade route will remind you that the Fourth of July is almost here!

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Early Childhood Education Centers Make an Impact

Throughout Upper Arlington and Grandview there are many choices for a preschool education to prepare your child for Kindergarten and beyond

Places of Worship

Throughout the area, local places of worship welcome you.

Foodie Town Favorites

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Address: 1775 Darby Creek Dr., Galloway, Ohio 43119

Battelle Darby Creek features more than 7,600 acres of forest, prairies and wetlands. It stretches along 13 miles of the Big and Little Darby creeks, both State and National Scenic Rivers. Besides the areas surrounding the creeks, there are also over 1,600 acres of restored wetlands and prairies. Bison have been reintroduced to the park and roam freely within two enclosed pastures.

Day Trips and hiking

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Shop Like A Local

Local business owners run specialty boutiques

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Parks & Libraries

Family Activities

The area offers many options for keeping the kids entertained during any season

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Animal Companions Need Care Too

Local vets offer services

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Welcome to the BeLocal Northwest Columbus team! Our team is passionate about helping new residents feel at home by connecting them with the people, businesses, and experiences that make Northwest Columbus a great place to live. Each issue of BeLocal is thoughtfully curated to introduce readers to local favorites, trusted businesses, community events, and hidden gems throughout the area. By partnering with local business owners and community leaders, we create a trusted resource that helps newcomers quickly become part of the community. We're proud to support both new residents and the local businesses that make Northwest Columbus unique, and we look forward to helping people discover everything the area has to offer. If you'd like to learn more about BeLocal Northwest Columbus or explore partnership opportunities, we'd love to hear from you. Contact our team at N2S01BL@n2co.com

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Starting over in a new hometown is never simple.

Throughout Upper Arlington and Grandview there are many choices for a preschool education to prepare your child for Kindergarten and beyond

Throughout the area, local places of worship welcome you.

Let's Get Outside

Local business owners run specialty boutiques

The area offers many options for keeping the kids entertained during any season

Local vets offer services

Check Out Our Partners

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