Your Westerville Week - December 1-8, 2025.
Westerville Events Calendar
Monday, December 1
Uptown Westerville Merchants Begin Christmas Hours
Many Uptown Westerville shops begin their extended holiday schedules this week. Businesses that are typically closed early in the week will now open on Sundays and Mondays, offering expanded hours for holiday shopping and seasonal promotions.
Prom Swap Donations Begin – Westerville Public Library
The Westerville Public Library, 126 S. State St., begins accepting donations for its annual Prom Swap, running Dec. 1 through Jan. 31. New or gently used formal wear and accessories for teens and adults ages 12 and up may be dropped off at the kids’ area desk during regular hours. Clothing must be clean and in good condition. A free shopping event for teens will take place March 7–8; donations are appreciated but not required.
Tuesday, December 2
Crafting with the Council: Felted Ornaments
A needle-felting workshop will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Good Vibes Winery, 2 S. State St. Materials, instruction, and two glasses of wine are included.
Daylight Artist Collective: Draw Together (Still Life)
A still-life drawing session runs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 9 E. College Ave. Open to all skill levels.
Christmas Open House at Hanby House
Hanby House hosts a holiday open house featuring seasonal décor, historical interpretation, and light refreshments.
Westerville City Council Meeting
City Council meets at 7 p.m. at City Hall. This is the final meeting for Councilman Michael Heyeck, concluding 40 years of volunteer service, and for Councilwoman Coutanya Coombs. Complete agenda at the bottom of this newsletter.
Wednesday, December 3
Holiday Art Mart Opens
The Holiday Art Mart opens at Java Gallery inside Java Central Café and continues through Jan. 4, offering original works by local artists.
Westerville Writers Group Feedback Circle
The group meets at 7 p.m. in Meeting Room D at the Westerville Public Library for peer critique and discussion.
Adaptive Night in Bethlehem – Westerville Christian Church
An adaptive, sensory-considerate version of “A Night in Bethlehem” runs from 6 to 8 p.m. at Westerville Christian Church. Visitors explore a calmer Bethlehem marketplace and follow the path to the stable. Timed entries available at 6:00 and 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, December 4
Uptown Review Board Regular Meeting
The Uptown Review Board meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Westerville Justice Center to review signage, siding, and architectural proposals.
Christmas Open House at Hanby House
A second holiday open house is offered at Hanby House.
Alice in Wonderland – Westerville North Theatre
Westerville North Theatre opens its production of Alice in Wonderland at 950 County Line Rd., presenting a faithful but surreal interpretation of Lewis Carroll’s story with updated theatrical elements and a fresh narrative twist.
A Night in Bethlehem – Westerville Christian Church
The full Bethlehem walkthrough event runs from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Westerville Christian Church with marketplace scenes, character encounters, and a guided route to the stable. Timed entry recommended.
Friday, December 5
Holiday Open House at David Myers Art Studio
An open house will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. at 7 W. Main St., featuring artists from the Holiday Show & Sale, running through Dec. 23.
The Revolutionists – Curtain Players
Curtain Players presents The Revolutionists at 5691 Harlem Rd. The comedic, politically charged production follows Olympe de Gouges, Charlotte Corday, Marie Antoinette, and Marianne Angelle as they confront extremism during the Reign of Terror. The show blends satire, activism, and theatrical playfulness, shifting between truth, fiction, and meta-theater while examining violence, legacy, and resistance. Runs on select dates through Dec. 21.
2025 Holiday Tree Lighting and Parade of Lights – City Hall Courtyard
Holiday festivities begin at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 21 S. State St. The Parade of Lights starts at 6:45 p.m. along State Street between Home and Plum Streets. After the parade, Santa lights the community tree.
Alice in Wonderland – Westerville North Theatre
The production continues its second night at Westerville North High School.
A Night in Bethlehem – Westerville Christian Church
The Bethlehem experience runs again from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 6
Daylight Artist Collective: Winter Holiday Market
A holiday market featuring art, crafts, food, and drinks runs from noon to 4 p.m. at 9 E. College Ave.
Live Music at Java Central: MEEK Quartet
The MEEK Quartet performs from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Java Central Café.
Westerville Christmas Parade
The Christmas Parade travels through State Street in the morning, ending with Santa’s arrival.
Santa & Mrs. Claus at Howard Hanna / The McCurdy Team
Santa and Mrs. Claus greet families from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 42 N. State St.
Alice in Wonderland – Westerville North Theatre
Final performance of the three-night run.
Christmas Open House at Hanby House
A daytime open house is held at Hanby House.
Sunday, December 7
Otterbein Senior Cabaret: The Launch
Otterbein University students present a senior cabaret at 2 p.m., featuring scenes, songs, and dance numbers.
Creativity Circle
A drop-in creative session takes place from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Westerville Public Library.
Uptown Scrooge: Abridged!
Good Medicine Productions presents a one-hour interactive version of A Christmas Carol in Uptown Westerville.
Holiday Concert: December Memories for the Ages
The Westerville Concert Band performs at 3 p.m. at Westerville Central High School Auditorium.
Music in the Library: Guitarist John Morgan
Seasonal music from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Westerville Public Library.
Handel’s Messiah Community Sing-Along
A community sing-along of Handel’s Messiah begins at 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul the Apostle Church.
Westerville Lions Rudolph Run/Walk 5K & Winter Fest
A family-friendly 5K and Winter Fest take place in the afternoon at the Westerville Sports Complex.
Gingerbread Cottage Craft Show – Westerville South High School
The Gingerbread Cottage Craft Show runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., featuring artisan vendors, student musicians, concessions, and a bake sale.
Santa Breakfast – Westerville Central High School
All-you-can-eat pancakes and sausage, photos with Santa, and student music run from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Admission is $12 for adults and $6 for children.
Family Holiday Party & Photos with Santa – Cheryl’s Cookies
Cheryl’s Cookies, 646 McCorkle Blvd., hosts a family event with photos with Santa, cookie decorating, and a hot cocoa bar.
Multi-day and Ongoing Events
Model Trains on Display – Westerville Public Library
A multi-day electric model train exhibit is open at the library, with volunteers from the Columbus Area N-Scalers demonstrating operations.
Holiday Art Mart
The Holiday Art Mart runs through Jan. 4 at Java Gallery.
Curtain Players: The Revolutionists
Performances continue on select dates through Dec. 21.
Citu Council Agenda
December 2, 2025
Overview
Final meeting for Councilman Michael Heyeck and Councilwoman Coutanya Coombs. Complete agenda at the bottom of this newsletter.
Ordinance 2025-27 – 2026 Appropriations
Ordinance 2025-28 – Utility Rate Adjustments
Ordinance 2025-29 – Mixed-Use Development Modifications
Ordinance 2025-30 – Rezoning, Central College Road
Ordinance 2025-31 – Zoning Code Amendments
Bid Awards – Alkire Run Restoration; MagneGrip Exhaust System
Street-Lighting Materials Purchase
2026 Meeting Schedule
2026 Board and Commission Appointments
Uptown Review Board Agenda
December 4, 2025
URB 2025-20 – 54–56 East Main St., Siding Modifications
URB 2025-24 – 109 S. State St. (Northstar Café), Wall Signage
URB 2025-25 – 126 S. State St. (Library), Ground Signage
URB 2025-26 – West College Ave / West Main St Block & 17 N. State St. (Rear), Architectural Elements
Editor’s Notes:
In the Monday, November 24, 2025, edition of The Westerville News, it was reported that Ben Jay had been Executive Director of W.A.R.M. for a decade. That was incorrect, and the original article has been corrected to read: “Executive Director, Ben Jay, will retire at the end of the year on December 31, 2025. Jay has guided the organization for 18 months through program growth, deeper community partnerships, and rising demand.”
Westerville Weather
Monday starts quietly with increasing clouds and a high near 35. Winds stay light. Conditions change Monday night as snow moves in, bringing a strong chance of accumulation. Expect 2 to 4 inches by morning with temperatures dipping to the upper 20s.
Snow lingers into Tuesday, though the chance fades by early afternoon. Skies stay mostly cloudy with a high around 33 and a light northwest breeze. Tuesday night cools to the low 20s under mostly cloudy skies.
Midweek brings a calmer stretch. Wednesday turns partly sunny with a high near 34, followed by a mostly cloudy night in the mid-20s. Thursday stays cool with some sun and a high around 31 before temperatures fall sharply into the low teens overnight.
Late week trends cloudier again. On Friday, light snow is possible after midday with highs near 31. Snow chances continue Friday night and into Saturday, though totals look light. Highs hold in the low 30s Saturday before another cloudy night in the mid 20s. Sunday will be mostly cloudy, with a high near 35.
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