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WEEKLY PULSE: Marion County Ohio's Event Calendar for the Week of Monday, December 8 through Sunday, December, 14 2025

  • Writer: Chip Gregory
    Chip Gregory
  • 3 days ago
  • 4 min read
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This weeks Event & Entertainment Calander is filled with holiday concerts, live music, craft workshops and community celebrations. Below are the week’s events organized by day.


Lapsit  Baby Time — 11 AM, Monday December 8 and Monday December 15

Marion Public Library – Kids Area

A 20‑minute lap‑sit storytime promoting early literacy for babies aged 0–24 months. Led by Miss Madison and Jaymi, it includes songs, bounce rhymes, finger plays and a short book.

Phone: 740‑387‑0992


Buckeye Talks on Tap: “What the Supreme Court Should Say About Sex Discrimination” — 5:30 PM, Tuesday December 9

Bucci’s Italian Scratch Kitchen, 320 W Center St.

OSU Marion’s lecture series visits Bucci’s. Doors open at 5 PM for food and drinks; at 5:30 PM Professor Chris Green discusses how the U.S. Supreme Court should treat sex discrimination, followed by a Q&A session.

Phone: 740‑751‑4724


Make a Holiday Ornament — 5:30 PM, Tuesday December 9

Marion Public Library – Large Program Room

Adult craft workshop where participants learn new techniques and make a holiday ornament to take home. Registration is required.

Phone: 740‑387‑0992


Christmas in the Village — 5–7 PM, Wednesday December 10

Downtown LaRue

A family-friendly holiday celebration featuring pictures with Santa, live reindeer, face painting, a Christmas train, carolers, hay rides, and carriage rides. Hot chocolate, hot dogs, s’mores, cookies, and chili will be available.


Family Fun Night: Do You Wanna Build a Snowflake — 5:30 PM, Wednesday December 10

Marion Public Library – Large Program Room

Families build snowflakes out of toothpicks and marshmallows and take home a hot chocolate packet.

Phone: 740‑387‑0992


Christmas Porter Party — 4 PM, Wednesday December 10

Marion Brewing Co., 151 S Main St.

Holiday party featuring four unique porters to warm your winter evenings.

Phone: 740‑361‑6583


Silver, Copper & Gemstone Jewelry Pop‑Up — 6:30 PM, Wednesday December 10

Shovel City Drinkery, 181 N Main St.

Marion artisan Vanessa Conte sets up a pop‑up shop with handcrafted copper, silver and gemstone jewelry.

Phone: (none listed)


Holiday Wine Tasting (5 for $35) — 6:30 PM, Wednesday December 10

Shovel City Drinkery, 181 N Main St.

Ticketed event where guests sample five wines and enjoy light snacks during the bar’s final wine tasting of the year.

Phone: (none listed)


Story Time! — 10 AM, Thursday December 11

Marion Public Library – Large Program Room

Half‑hour preschool storytime with songs, rhymes, activities and stories; siblings may attend when space permits.

Phone: 740‑387‑0992


Teen Tabletop Time — 3:15 PM, Thursday December 11

Marion Public Library – Large Program Room

Teens of all experience levels explore tabletop role‑playing games similar to Dungeons & Dragons.

Phone: 740‑387‑0992


Girls Night Out: Downtown Marion Shopping Event — 5 PM, Thursday December 11

Downtown Marion

Downtown shops stay open late for an evening of holiday shopping. Enjoy exclusive discounts, free gifts, door prizes and carry‑out beverages in the DORA district while supporting local businesses.

Phone: 740‑802‑7329


Handbags for Hope Holiday Party — 5:30 PM, Thursday December 11

Marion Women’s Club & Home, 1126 E Center St.

Holiday party where guests are asked to fill a new or gently used purse or handbag with toiletries and personal items for donation to the Turning Point Domestic Violence Shelter; reservations are due by November 29.

Phone: 740‑387‑1366


Networking @ Noon – Strike A Connection — 11:45 AM, Friday December 12

Cooper’s Bowl, 191 Barks Rd W

Lunchtime networking event featuring pizza and bowling. Hosted by the Marion Area Chamber of Commerce with fun twists and prizes; registration is encouraged.

Phone: 740‑389‑2667


Nutcracker Nights: Downtown Marion’s Annual Christmas Gala — 5:30 PM, Friday December 12

The Brickyard on Main, 135 S Main St.

Formal gala featuring gourmet charcuterie and dinner, a reverse raffle, silent and live auctions, a dessert dash, live music, community awards and dancing. Proceeds support Downtown Marion, Inc.; tickets are $100.

Phone: 740‑251‑2559


Jazz Night with Ethan Galbraith — 7 PM, Friday December 12

Shovel City Drinkery, 181 N Main St.

The Ethan Galbraith Quartet performs jazz from 7 PM to 10 PM, while Mr. Bill’s Wood‑Fired Pizza Truck serves food starting at 5 PM.

Phone: (none listed)


Waldo Tin Star Chili Cookoff — 2:00 PM, Friday December 13

Waldo Tin Star, Waldo OH

Chili cookoff limited to eight entries, $10 per entry. All proceeds support Waldo Swim and Recreational. Free pool during the event.


Christmas By Candlelight drive‑thru — 6 PM, Friday December 12 through Sunday December 14

Marion County Fairgrounds, 220 E Fairground Rd.

Drive‑through light display open nightly from 6 PM to 9 PM. Visitors see thousands of lights and festive scenes; special toy‑drive nights later in the season let donors meet the Grinch.

Phone: 740‑382‑2558


Photos with Santa — 10:30 AM, Saturday December 13

Days Gone By Photography, 132½ S Main St.

Children visit Santa, write letters and receive a personalized reply; additional photo packages are available.

Website: dgbphoto.com

Phone: 740‑225‑2323


National Wreaths Across America Day — 12 PM, Saturday December 13

Prospect Cemetery (Winter & Water Streets, Prospect)

Community event honoring veterans by placing wreaths on graves as part of the nationwide Wreaths Across America observance.


5th Annual Victorian Christmas Celebration — 12:30 PM, Saturday December 13

Booming Blessings – Tea & Treasure, 288 E Church St.

Guests enjoy traditional holiday treats, spiced tea and festive cheer in a Victorian‑themed celebration. Admission is $8.

Website: booming‑blessings‑tea‑and‑treasure.business.site

Phone: 937‑209‑0874


Cookies and Crafts with Santa — 1 PM, Saturday December 13

Marion Family YMCA, 645 Barks Rd E

Families enjoy cookies and milk, holiday crafts and photos with Santa. Cost is $25 per family (cash only); registration is not required.

Phone: 740‑725‑9622


Christmas at the Studio (Parents Night Out) — 5 PM, Saturday December 13

Irey Dance Academy, 219 E Center St.

Drop‑off program where children enjoy crafts, games and holiday fun while parents enjoy a night out. Open to non‑students and supports Irey Dance Academy’s company students.

Phone: 419‑777‑4739



XMAS PJ Party with Analog Youth — 7 PM, Saturday December 13

OK Café, 734 E Center St.

The OK Café’s annual pajama party features live music by Analog Youth from 7 PM to 11 PM. Guests wear festive PJs, sip holiday drinks and enjoy dancing, laughter and seasonal shenanigans.

Phone: 740‑387‑6565


Adult Skate — 10 PM, Saturday December 13

Zoomers Skate Club, 1683 Marion‑Mt. Gilead Rd.

Late‑night skating session for adults (21+). Admission is $10 per person and includes skate rental; valid ID required.

Phone: 740‑389‑5554


Brunch, Please! A Mimosa‑Fueled Throwback Sing‑along — 10 AM, Sunday  December 14

Bucci’s Italian Scratch Kitchen, 129 N Main St.

Brunch event with build‑your‑own Bloody Mary and mimosa bars, live piano and drums, DJ sets and a full‑volume sing‑along of throwback hits. Doors open at 10 AM; sing‑along begins at 11:30 AM.

Phone: 740‑751‑4724


Sounds of the Season – Central Ohio Symphony — 2 PM, Sunday December 14

Marion Palace Theatre, 276 W Center St.

The Central Ohio Symphony performs a holiday concert featuring seasonal classics. Presented by the Marion Community Foundation; tickets start at $13.

Phone: 740‑383‑2101


Christmas By Candlelight drive‑thru — 6 PM, Sunday December 14

Marion County Fairgrounds

The drive‑through light display continues nightly with thousands of lights and holiday scenes.

Phone: 740‑382‑2558



 
 
 

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