Busy summer of events awaits Reynoldsburg residents
Reynoldsburg is ready to kick off a busy summer of scheduled events as the farmers market opens its 15th season June 9.
The market at John F. Kennedy Park, 7232 E. Main St., is open each Thursday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. through Sept. 1.
“We have a wide variety of vendors,” said Jennifer Clemens, the city’s special events and media coordinator who manages the market. “We have a lady who makes homemade jams and jellies, a local produce vendor and another who brings in meats, cheeses and eggs. We have others who make homemade desserts.”
At least 20 vendors have signed up to participate.
Clemens said some of the confirmed vendors include Elfrink Farms, Sue’s Herbs & Relishes, Olde Village Meats, Nova Terra Farm, Danella’s Desserts, Jose Madrid Salsa, Rare Mineralz, Simple Trinity, Midway Kettle Corn and Tyler’s Pizzeria & Bakery.
The COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic the past two seasons limited patrons, seating and entertainment. Vendors also had to follow health protocols.
While no restrictions are in place for this season, Clemens said patrons still will see precautions.
“I know a lot of the vendors will still have hand sanitizer and watch how they are offering their food sampling, but most of those restrictions we won’t have to have in place this year. There are no mandates for us this year.”
Below are some of the other major city events scheduled from June to September. Details can be found at ci.reynoldsburg.oh.us, or on the Parks and Recreation Department’s Facebook page, facebook.com/reynoldsburg1.
Food Truck Fridays
The city will host multiple food trucks, live music and family-friendly games from 5-8 p.m. at JFK Park. The first Food Truck Friday is June 17.
Celebrate the Fourth of July
Fireworks will light up the night sky July 1 in honor of Independence Day.
Festivities begin at 6 p.m. at Civic Park with food vendors, family-friendly fun and music.
Tomato Festival
North to Nashville, Morris Day and Plain White T’s headline the entertainment at the festival Aug. 4-6 at Huber Park.
Started in 1965, the festival honors Reynoldsburg’s claim as the birthplace of a sweeter, edible tomato created by resident Alexander W. Livingston. In 1870, he was the first to upgrade the wild tomato plant.
The 2019 festival was the first managed by the city after being organized by Reynoldsburg Festivals Inc.
Under city management, carnival rides, national musical acts and expanded entertainment returned and more tomato-themed offerings, such as chili and salsa contests and a tomato food fight, were added.
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