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SUMMARY:Public Opinion: Beyond the Headlines in Westerville
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/public-opinion-beyond-the-headlines-in-westerville/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:Westerville History Museum\, 126 S. State St.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081
CATEGORIES:America 250
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SUMMARY:Live Music at Giammarco's
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/live-music-at-giammarcos/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:Giammarco’s Italian Restaurant\, 6030 Chandler Ct.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music & Performances
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SUMMARY:Public Opinion: Beyond the Headlines in Westerville
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/public-opinion-beyond-the-headlines-in-westerville/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Westerville History Museum\, 126 S. State St.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081
CATEGORIES:America 250
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SUMMARY:Live Music at Giammarco's
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/live-music-at-giammarcos/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Giammarco’s Italian Restaurant\, 6030 Chandler Ct.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music & Performances
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SUMMARY:Uptown Friday Nights in Westerville
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/uptown-friday-nights-westerville/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Uptown Westerville\, Main St.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T183000
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SUMMARY:Live Music at Asterisk Supper Club
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/live-music-at-asterisk-supper-club/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Asterisk Supper Club\, 14 N. State St.\, Westerville\, 43081\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music & Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T210000
DTSTAMP:20260528T130525
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SUMMARY:Live Music Fridays at Good Vibes Winery
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/live-music-fridays-good-vibes-winery-westerville/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Good Vibes Winery\, 2 S. State St.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T130525
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SUMMARY:Acoustic Open Mic at Java Central
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/acoustic-open-mic-at-java-central-2/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Java Central Coffee Roasters\, 20 S. State St.\, Ste. B\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music & Performances
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SUMMARY:Public Opinion: Beyond the Headlines in Westerville
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/public-opinion-beyond-the-headlines-in-westerville/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Westerville History Museum\, 126 S. State St.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081
CATEGORIES:America 250
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T130525
CREATED:20260306T165833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T165833Z
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SUMMARY:Westerville Saturday Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/westerville-farmers-market/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:North High Brewing\, 250 S. State St.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T130525
CREATED:20260306T143530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T143530Z
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SUMMARY:Sips & Sounds: Live Music Saturdays at Good Vibes Winery
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/sips-and-sounds-live-music-westerville/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Good Vibes Winery\, 2 S. State St.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T130525
CREATED:20240511T180440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240511T180440Z
UID:10004309-1780164000-1780178400@www.visitwesterville.org
SUMMARY:Live Music at Giammarco's
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/live-music-at-giammarcos/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Giammarco’s Italian Restaurant\, 6030 Chandler Ct.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music & Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T213000
DTSTAMP:20260528T130525
CREATED:20251101T211941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T110457Z
UID:10007807-1780167600-1780176600@www.visitwesterville.org
SUMMARY:Live Music at Java Central
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/live-music-at-java-central-6/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Java Central Coffee Roasters\, 20 S. State St.\, Ste. B\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music & Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T080000
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SUMMARY:Columbus Cars and Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/columbus-cars-and-coffee/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:Starbucks Westerville\, 691 N. Cleveland Ave.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T130525
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SUMMARY:Live Music at Giammarco's
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/live-music-at-giammarcos/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:Giammarco’s Italian Restaurant\, 6030 Chandler Ct.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music & Performances
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SUMMARY:Public Opinion: Beyond the Headlines in Westerville
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/public-opinion-beyond-the-headlines-in-westerville/2026-06-01/
LOCATION:Westerville History Museum\, 126 S. State St.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081
CATEGORIES:America 250
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T220000
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SUMMARY:Live Music at Giammarco's
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/live-music-at-giammarcos/2026-06-01/
LOCATION:Giammarco’s Italian Restaurant\, 6030 Chandler Ct.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music & Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T210000
DTSTAMP:20260528T130525
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T121434Z
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SUMMARY:Trivia Night at Local Cantina
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/trivia-night-at-local-cantina/2026-06-01/
LOCATION:Local Cantina\, 667 N Cleveland Ave\, Westerville\, Ohio\, 43082
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260603
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SUMMARY:Public Opinion: Beyond the Headlines in Westerville
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/public-opinion-beyond-the-headlines-in-westerville/2026-06-02/
LOCATION:Westerville History Museum\, 126 S. State St.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081
CATEGORIES:America 250
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T130525
CREATED:20240511T180440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240511T180440Z
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SUMMARY:Live Music at Giammarco's
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/live-music-at-giammarcos/2026-06-02/
LOCATION:Giammarco’s Italian Restaurant\, 6030 Chandler Ct.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music & Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T203000
DTSTAMP:20260528T130525
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T180501Z
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SUMMARY:Draw Together - Still Life Drawing
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/draw-together-still-life-drawing/2026-06-02/
LOCATION:Daylight Artist Collective\, 9 E. College Ave.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Crafts & Workshops
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260604
DTSTAMP:20260528T130525
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T050800Z
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SUMMARY:Public Opinion: Beyond the Headlines in Westerville
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/public-opinion-beyond-the-headlines-in-westerville/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:Westerville History Museum\, 126 S. State St.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081
CATEGORIES:America 250
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T200000
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SUMMARY:Trivia Night at North High
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/trivia-night-at-north-high/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:North High Brewing\, 250 S. State St.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081\, United States
CATEGORIES:Miscellaneous
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T130525
CREATED:20240511T180440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240511T180440Z
UID:10004313-1780509600-1780524000@www.visitwesterville.org
SUMMARY:Live Music at Giammarco's
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/live-music-at-giammarcos/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:Giammarco’s Italian Restaurant\, 6030 Chandler Ct.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music & Performances
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260605
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SUMMARY:Public Opinion: Beyond the Headlines in Westerville
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/public-opinion-beyond-the-headlines-in-westerville/2026-06-04/
LOCATION:Westerville History Museum\, 126 S. State St.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081
CATEGORIES:America 250
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T103000
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SUMMARY:Story Time at Birdie Books
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/story-time-birdie-books-westerville/2026-06-04/
LOCATION:Birdie Books\, 74 N. State St.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T130525
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SUMMARY:Live Music at Giammarco's
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/live-music-at-giammarcos/2026-06-04/
LOCATION:Giammarco’s Italian Restaurant\, 6030 Chandler Ct.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music & Performances
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SUMMARY:Public Opinion: Beyond the Headlines in Westerville
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/public-opinion-beyond-the-headlines-in-westerville/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:Westerville History Museum\, 126 S. State St.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081
CATEGORIES:America 250
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SUMMARY:Live Music at Giammarco's
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/live-music-at-giammarcos/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:Giammarco’s Italian Restaurant\, 6030 Chandler Ct.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music & Performances
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SUMMARY:Uptown Friday Nights in Westerville
DESCRIPTION:Post updated May 2026 \nMemorial Day means more than just a three-day weekend and the opportunity for cookouts with friends and family. Observed annually the last Monday of May\, Memorial Day is a time to recognize the sacrifice of U.S. military personnel that have lost their lives while serving our country. In Westerville\, the holiday offers a time to reflect on your heroes and remember lost loved ones. For the past 18 years\, the Westerville Sunrise Rotary has been putting on the Field of Heroes event to honor those that are important to us. \nVisit Westerville had the opportunity to speak to Larry Jenkins\, founder of Field of Heroes\, to learn about the history of the event\, and Jim Caldwell\, co-chair of Field of Heroes\, about what to expect at the event. Here’s what they had to share. \nFlashback to 18 years ago - Larry Jenkins was a Westerville resident and in line to become the next President of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary. The community was in need of a fundraising event to replace the annual pancake breakfast that had run its course. On the lookout for a new option\, Larry found the Colonial Flag Foundation\, which at the time was focused on 9/11 memorial tributes\, but Larry had other ideas of how he could create a successful event in Westerville. While the Foundation licenses the design concept and Westerville purchases the field materials from them\, the Sunrise Rotarians and community volunteers have the option to brand it themselves for on-sight design and set-up. Larry wanted the event to provoke positive feelings of pride\, instead of sadness\, and recognized that everyone has someone for whom they’re grateful\, who has been there for them\, who has opened doors for them\, and for many people this includes Veterans and first responders. Given the timing\, the event is most known for its focus on our Fallen Heroes\, but it’s so much more than that\, and from a personal perspective\, the event is really meant to honor anyone that is important to participants. \n \nYear one of Westerville’s Field of Heroes had a goal to sell 1\,500 flags\, but only managed just under 1\,000 flags. Larry and team quickly realized the pressure of sales and knew that’s not what they wanted the event to be about\, so they shifted focus to make it about community outreach and an event everyone could look forward to each year\, which is exactly what it has transformed into today. \nAbout Field of Heroes with Jim Caldwell\nVW: What is the Field of Heroes Event?\nJC: Celebrating its 18th year in 2026\, Field of Heroes takes place each Memorial Day Weekend at the Westerville Sports Complex\, now featuring the Veterans Memorial Park. The event is designed for Central Ohioans to remember and honor their personal heroes through flag displays\, reading of names\, concerts\, a 5K run/walk and more\, concluding with the Memorial Day ceremony. It really is a spiritual experience to walk through the field and see the significance of it. It’s a healing place for Veterans and offers great stories for folks visiting. \n \nVW: What can patrons expect?\nJC: Each year\, Field of Heroes focuses on a different theme and this year's theme is "We the People". The field will feature 2\,500-3\,000 flags as well as traditional events such as the tribute board and education tent. It will also incorporate the new Veterans Memorial Park into the programming. In addition to the traditional activities\, there are other themed events taking place during the weekend: \n\nOhio History Muffins vs. Westerville Sunrise Rotarians – You may or may not know that the Ohio Historical Society has a baseball team\, the Ohio Village Muffins\, that play baseball like they did back in the 1800’s. Taking place at the field on Saturday\, May 23 at 2 p.m. will be an authentic\, old-time baseball game between the Muffins and Westerville Rotarians. This is an event you won’t want to miss\nFree Concert – Saturday\, May 23 at 7 p.m.\, there will be a free concert at the park featuring the Westerville Concert Band. Picnics are encouraged!\n5K Run/Walk for Heroes – Presented by Ohio Health\, this 5k run/walk Sunday\, May 24 at 8 a.m. is a family-friendly race beginning at the park and offers unique opportunities to finish among 2\,500+ full size American flags! Sign up here.\nCeremony and Flyover - End the weekend of reflection with the official Memorial Day Ceremony and flyover of the Commemorative Air Force Buckey Wing on Monday\, May 25 at 12:15 p.m.\n\nView the full schedule of events here.\nVW: How can people support the event or honor their hero?\nJC: Purchasing a flag is a great way to memorialize a Veteran\, or even a mentor. While the weekend is focused on remembering those who served our country and lost their lives in the line of duty\, we also want to make the event about remembering those who are important to us. That could be a friend who lost a child\, a mentor in your life\, your own fallen hero or so much more. Purchase a flag and have it dedicated to that special person\, and have it on display in the field during the weekend to visit\, take pictures and pause to reflect on what that person meant to you. Purchase a flag here. \nThe Future of Field of Heroes\nLarry sees bright things for the future of the event. Currently\, it is run by many volunteers giving up their holiday weekend to support it. Through a great relationship with the city and the addition of the brand-new Veterans Memorial Park\, the team wants to make it into a sustainable event for the community. The weekend is more than just the pools opening or cookouts\, and Westerville hopes to continue to bring the essence of Memorial Day back to remember those who have sacrificed while making it different and engaging each year so people want to keep coming back every year. \nWhen asked what their favorite part of the event is\, both Jim and Larry had a similar response – visit at sunrise and/or sunset. Larry’s recommendation is to come at least twice – come during the day (especially on a blue sky\, sunny day) and late at night (the park is open 24 hours/day and lit at night) when the field is quiet and the flags are still with their shadows. After midnight the park is peaceful and serene and in the early hours of the morning\, you can watch the sunrise over the flags according to Jim. \nFor more information about the event\, visit fieldofheroes.org. \nPost by Michelle Downar \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					UPCOMING EVENTS IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					From markets\, festivals and activities\, see all that's happening in Westerville this summer!				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			VIEW EVENTS		\n			\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n\n	\n	\n\n		\n							\n					MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN WESTERVILLE				\n			\n							\n					Celebrate Memorial Day with these activities in Westerville.				\n					\n\n		\n			\n		\n			\n			MEMORIAL DAY
URL:https://www.visitwesterville.org/event/uptown-friday-nights-westerville/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:Uptown Westerville\, Main St.\, Westerville\, OH\, 43081\, United States
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