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The Blue Caboose is owned and managed by the Lima-Allen County Convention & Visitors Bureau and staffed by nearly 30 volunteers. These Tourism Specialists give their time, enthusiasm, and knowledge to welcoming visitors to Lima and Allen County by providing local, state, and regional information and printed materials for inquisitive travelers. The Caboose is open seasonally from the end of May to Labor Day.

- Blue Caboose Tourist Info Center


We are proud to announce the BRAND NEW Lima/Allen County Visitors Guide! It is a special 30th Anniversary Edition. The new guide is now available! Please contact the CVB to request one!

- NEW Lima/Allen Cty. Visitors Guide NOW AVAILABLE!

As you travel along I-75 in northwest Ohio, there is much to see and do in Allen, Hancock, Wood, and Lucas counties. For information about the tours offered in each of these fine counties, check out the Group Tour section or call the Lima/Allen County Convention & Visitors Bureau at 419-222-6075.

- I-75 Corridor Tours


Kudos is a feature on our web site that highlights special events, awards received, promotions, new business openings, new menus, and any other noteworthy information. To submit an article or item for consideration please email your news to cara@lima-allencvb.com (include the word "Kudos" in the subject line) or call the CVB office at 419-222-6075. We look forward to hearing from you!

- Lima/Allen County CVB


July 30th - August 2nd, 2009: 50th Annual NTA Convention Lima, OH To view info go to: Visitor Info; Links; Events on the CVB website OR see trappers website: www.nationaltrappers.com

- ATTENTION NATIONAL TRAPPERS ASSOCIATION!



May Events:

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An Evening with Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood

A REGIONAL EVENT -

Friday, May 1, 2009.
7:30 p.m.
Location: Niswonger Performing Arts Center, Van Wert.

Following enormously successful solo tours, America's favorite stars of the Emmy nominated Whose Life Is It Anyway? have teamed up to present an evening of extraordinary improvisational comedy.  Using their quick wit, Colin and Brad take contributions from the audience to create hilarious and original scenes.

Individual tickets on sale February 2, 2008.  Ticket Prices: Orch. Ctr. - $45; Orch. R&L - $40; Mezz. Ctr. - $30; Mezz. R&L, Balcony - $25.
View Official Website/Buy Tickets: www.npacvw.org.

 
Contact:
Paul Hoverman
Niswonger Performing Arts Center
10700 St. Rt. 118 South
Van Wert, OH  45891
419-238-6722
Email: marketing@npacvw.org.

 

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Freed Center - Grand Hotel

A REGIONAL EVENT -

April 29 - May 3, 2009.
Location: Freed Center for the Performing Arts.

Grand Hotel (Musical).


Contact:
Freed Center for the Performing Arts
525 S. Main St.
Ada, OH  45810
Box Office, 419-772-1900

 

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McCluer Animal Swap Meet and Flea Market

Saturday & Sunday, May 2 & 3, 2009.
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location: McCluer Farm, 6440 Harding Hwy., Lima.

Spring Flea Market includes Spring bedding plants, nursery stock, lawnmowers, basic outdoor equipment, flea market and food.

In addition to the swap meet and flea market, Max McCluer auctions livestock and general merchandise the second Saturday of each month at the farm.

Free admission.


Contact:
Max & Diane McCluer
6440 Harding Hwy.
Lima, OH  45801
419-230-9134

 

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Tri-State Gun Show

May 2-3, 2009
Saturday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location:  Allen County Fairgrounds.
 
A popular show for collectors. Guns, knives, hunting equipment and associated collectibles. 

Admission Fee: Adults - $4.00; Children 14 and under - Free, and must be accompanied by an adult.


Contact:
Manetta Sneary
419/647-0067

 

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Elida Band Boosters Bingo - 2009

Every Tuesday & Sunday.
May 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, 2009.
7:00 p.m.
Location: Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center, Exhibit Hall.

Package prices start at $15.00.

 
Contact:
Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center
7 Town Square
Lima, OH  45801
419-224-5222

 

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Library Fundraiser - 2009

Mondays -
May 4, 11, 18, 25
9:00 a.m.
Location: Lima Public Library.

Gift baskets designed and created by Sarah Ricks of Sarah Ricks' Treasure Company will be raffled off to the public.
Beautiful baskets will be on display in the front entry cases.
Raffle tickets will be $1 each or six for $5.
Sarah Ricks' Treasure Company received the 2008 Culturally Diverse Business of the Year Award by the Lima/Allen County Chamber of Commerce.


Contact:
Lima Public Library
650 W. Market St.
Lima, OH  45801
Karen Sommer, sommerk@limalibrary.com

 

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Mystery Dinner Theater

Friday, May 8, 2009.
Show begins: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Old Barn Out Back, Lima.

"Mayhem & Mystery" Dinner Theater: Another One Bites the Dust.

Dinner served buffet-style.
Cost: $25 per person. Reservations required.


Contact:
Old Barn Out Back Restaurant
3175 W. Elm St.
Lima, OH  45805
419-991-3075

 

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4-Wheel Jamboree Nationals

May 15 - 17, 2009.
Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Sunday: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Allen County Fairgrounds, 2750 Harding Hwy., Lima.

This is the 24th annual O'Reilly Auto Parts Spring 4-Wheel Jamboree Nationals.  The Allen County Fairgrounds will crawl with more than 2,000 4-wheel drive vehicles from the U.S. and Canada for a powerhouse off-road weekend.

The 4-Wheel Jamboree is a family event geared toward the truck enthusiast.  The event is made up of participants (4x4 enthusiasts who come to display their truck for the weekend and compete in the racing events and show), spectators, vendors and sponsors.

Each year segments of the Jamboree are filmed and have been televised on ESPN 2, Verses (V's.), The Outdoor Channel, Discover Channel, TLC and Spike TV.  These events are also routinely covered in national enthusiast magazines and websites.

More details pending.

 
Contact:
The Promotion Company
838 N. Delaware St.
Indianapolis, IN  46204
317-236-6515

 

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Cleveland Pops Orchestra

A REGIONAL EVENT -

Saturday, May 16, 2009.
7:30 p.m.
Location: Niswonger Performing Arts Center, Van Wert.

Enjoy "Saturday Night At The Pops" with the Cleveland Pops.  This unique and innovative concert, produced by Carl Topilow and the Cleveland Pops, crosses all boundaries and appeals to all musical tastes.

Individual tickets on sale February 13, 2009.  Ticket Prices: Orch.Ctr. - $40; Orch. R&L - $35; Mezz. Ctr. - $30; Mezz. R&L - $25; Balc. Ctr. - $20; Balc. R&L - $15.
View Official Website/Buy Tickets: www.npacvw.org.

 
Contact:
Paul Hoverman
Niswonger Performing Arts Center
10700 St. Rt. 118 South
Van Wert, OH  45891
419-238-6722
Email: marketing@npacvw.org.

 

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Freed Center - Beethoven-3 With The ONU Symphony

A REGIONAL EVENT -

Saturday, May 16, 2009.
Location: Freed Center for the Performing Arts, Ada.

Beethoven-3 With The ONU Symphony Orchestra.


Contact:
Freed Center for the Performing Arts
525 S. Main St.
Ada, OH  45810
Box Office, 419-772-1900

 

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