ONE LINDEN

Join the North & South Linden Area Commissions and the Department of Neighborhoods for Carols on Cleveland, a festive, family-friendly event celebrating Linden families this holiday season. The first 200 Linden families to attend will receive toys for all ages, coats and hats, a family photo booth, a historic Linden ornament, and information about neighborhood and citywide resources. This special event is open to families residing in the OneLinden plan area. Registration is required to receive toys for children in Linden households. Don't miss out on this joyful holiday gathering! For more information and to register, visit

Regina Barnett’s family home in North Linden, purchased in 1976, was in need of repairs when she inherited it in 2017 after her father’s passing. While some updates had been made over the years, the house’s exterior, including the roof, windows, and siding, required significant attention. After learning about Nationwide Children's Hospital's Healthy Homes program, Barnett applied and received assistance for extensive renovations. The program replaced the roof, windows, doors, porch railings, and outdated wood siding with modern materials, completing the work in just a month. The renovation not only improved the home but also strengthened community ties, as neighbors, some of whom were involved in the work, celebrated the transformation. Grateful for the improvements, Barnett has since recommended the program to others in her neighborhood, ensuring that her home remains a welcoming space for her family and friends.

City Attorney Zach Klein's Office is sponsoring the Porch Protection Program, a pilot initiative to enhance neighborhood safety, reduce package theft, and combat crime. Through this program, eligible Columbus households can enter a lottery to receive a free Ring doorbell camera. The attached flyer provides full details, but here are the key qualifications to apply:

1. Applicants must own their home OR have their property owner’s approval to install a camera-equipped doorbell.
2. Household income must not exceed 200% of the federal poverty level.
3. Applicants must live in one of the qualifying ZIP codes: 43201, 43204, 43207, 43211, 43219, 43223, 43224, 43228, 43229, or 43232.

Applications must be submitted by Monday, December 9, 2024. Selected recipients will be contacted the following week for pickup.

The Community Shelter Board has opened up seven warming centers scattered throughout the city offering a warm environment for anyone needing refuge during the winter months. These warming centers are smaller than traditional shelters and two locations offer space to board animals with their owners. Interested individuals must call the Homeless Hotline at 614 274-7000 to be referred to the closest shelter with capacity; individuals cannot show up to a warming center. Daytime shelters can be found at Columbus Metropolitan Library branches and the Columbus Recreation Centers. A full list of warming centers including hours and phone numbers are attached.

You can now check out Culture Passes for free tickets to the Columbus Zoo's Wildlights at select Columbus Metropolitan Library locations across the city. These passes grant admission for up to six individuals and include access to the Wildlights display. Be sure to visit one of the participating library locations soon to grab your pass before they run out!

As the colder weather looks to be here to stay this season, attached are fall/winter savings tips from AEP. Additionally, the AEP Ohio Neighbor to Neighbor program is open as of November 1 until March 28, 2025. This program provides eligible customers with a utility assistance grant applied directly to their bill.