The inaugural fundraiser for the Worthington Parks and Recreation Foundation, held May 16, 2026, featured a brief talk, “Why Pollinator Gardens Matter,” by Marne A. Titchenell, wildlife program director, OSU Extension, and live music by songwriter Matt Steidle. Attendees appreciated the beautiful view from the offices of Cleverley and Associates, and enjoyed refreshments from House Wine in Worthington and Metro Cuisine.
Proceeds from the event go towards improvements at the lovely East Granville Road Park and Moses Wright Nature Area, including trails, benches, picnic tables, and signage, as well as supporting space for a pollinator garden, which will be installed by volunteers.
You can be part of this outstanding local project! Make a donation at this link, our account with The Columbus Foundation, which allows us to share information about our programs with the Central Ohio area (and accrue interest ;).
THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!
Event location sponsor: Cleverley and Associates
WOODLAND GROVE | $2,500
MidStates Recreation
MAPLE | $500
House Wine Worthington–Your local wine store
Lindsey and Eddie Pauline
Liz and Brian Seitz
REDBUD | $250
Macrae ARCHitecture, LLC, Peter Macrae
David and Melanie MacKenzie Chang
Amy and Josh Lloyd
Tom Burns and Robin Kimbrel
Rebecca and Clay Princehorn
Marianne and Don Mottley
Reash Law Offices
Betsy and Charles Warner
Venue Donation
Cleverley and Associates
Silent Auction Contributions
Worthington Candle Works | Julie Ricketts | House Wine | Hollywood Feed
Dr. Chris Tonra | Wild Birds Unlimited | Scioto Gardens
Virgil Temple: Ohio State Basketball Tickets | Ethan Allen, Worthington
High Road Gallery | Jim Glover | Christina Clark | Tonjours Boutique
Starbucks | Porch Growler | Atlas Tavern | Kitty Bubble Café
Senor Antonio’s | Worthington Tavern | Brio | Cameron Mitchell | Angie’s Pizza
TLC Dog Grooming | OH Deer | Crystal Ballroom Dance Center
Worthington Community Center | McConnell Art Center | Barrel & Bloom/Endeavor Brewing
Josh Myers: overnight stay in a Hocking Hills cabin