Making the Move to Galion Ohio

Don't let the cold weather slow down your end-of-year house hunting quest. If you're searching for a home and a community with genuine, small-town character, you'll be pleased with the listings of Galion homes for sale. The holiday season is a great time to get a feel for this gem of a city.  

Getting to to Know Galion

Galion is a small community located about halfway between Cleveland and Columbus with about 10,000 residents.  Although it's considered a rural community, the city offers services, activities, and amenities to meet your needs.

Quick Facts about Living in Galion, Ohio

• Industry: 13 local businesses manufacture products ranging from machinery to church directories.
• Transportation: Seneca Crawford Area Transportation and Council on Aging meet local transportation needs.
• Recreation: The city maintains a system of public parks, a community pool, splash park, athletic fields, and play areas.
• Education: Local public schools offer a K-12 education. Residents also have access to K-8 education at St Joseph's Catholic School, Online K-12 with GOAL Digital Academy, and 9-12 trade education at Pioneer Career and Technology Center.
• Higher Education: College students have several alternatives, including OSU Campuses in nearby Mansfield, Marion, and Bucyrus.
• Community Events: Residents keep busy with a schedule of community events throughout the year.

Of course, many local holiday events have come and gone, but Christmas lights are still twinkling throughout the community. Through December 23, Children can still visit their favorite jolly old elf at Galion Santa Christmas House at the Public Square. If you want to see what you've missed, use the hashtag, #merrychristmasgalion, to view holiday photos on Facebook and Instagram.

If you're looking forward to ringing in 2018 in Galion, you can put on your formal attire and attend the "New Year's Eve Gala" at the Galion Community Theatre. Our REALTORS® recommend this exciting evening. It's a great opportunity to mix and mingle with local residents while dancing the night away. Here are a few more details.

Community Events:  New Year's Eve at the Galion Community Theatre

This Hollywood-themed New Years Eve party is ideal for putting on ringing in the new year and holiday best and dancing the night away. Formal affairs like this rarely happen in small towns like Galion. That makes it even more special. Your admission ticket entitles you to a complimentary drink, hors-d'oeuvres, and a night of live entertainment.

You can spend the evening sipping your favorite drinks at the cash bar. The theatre will sell raffle tickets for a chance to win great prizes. Event: 8:00 pm to 1 am. Admission: $20.

The Galion Community Theatre

The Galion Theatre, located at 127 Harding Way West, opened its doors in 1949 and operated as a movie house until 1970. The facility has since housed a restaurant, a nightclub, and other commercial operations. In 1993 the Galion Community Theatre nonprofit organization purchased the building.

After extensive renovation and upgrades, it now operates as a professional 230-seat theatre delighting crowds with several live shows each year. The Galion Community Theatre fulfills its mission to the community by promoting an appreciation of performing arts.

Making Galion Your Home in 2018

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