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ArtSpace/Lima ExhibitAugust 1 - September 11, 2010.
Location: ArtSpace/Lima, ArtZone Gallery.
An exhibition of current and recent work by ceramist Brandon Knott and photographer Alice Schneider.
Contact:
Bill Sullivan
ArtSpace/Lima
65-67 Town Square
Lima, OH 45801
419-222-1721
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ArtSpace/Lima Exhibit - Fiely Smith TogetherAugust 1 - September 11, 2010.
An exhibition of current and recent work by Doug Fiely and Steve Smith.
Location: ArtSpace/Lima, Ellen Nelson Gallery.
Both artists are in the Department of Art at Defiance College, and both have a long, award-winning history of association with ArtSpace/Lima. Fiely won the Third Award in Spring Show 2009 for his woodcut print, Dying Poplar. In that same show, Steve Smith took the Martha Farmer Award for Sculpture with Zygote Steel, a combination stone and steel piece. This year, they won the Ceramics Award in Spring Show 2010 for their collaborative piece, Homecoming.
Contact:|
Bill Sullivan, Operations Manager
ArtSpace/Lima
65-67 Town Square
Lima, OH 45801
419-222-1721
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Bluffton University - Ceramics Exhibit/DemonstrationAugust 29 - September 27, 2010.
Artist Reception: Friday, September 17 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Artist Demonstration: Monday, September 27 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Gallery hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. weekdays and 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays & Sundays.
Location: Bluffton University, Sauder Visual Arts Center, Grace Albrecht Gallery.
The exhibition of ceramics is by Mark Nafziger, resident potter at Archbold's Sauder Museum and Craft Village. Nafziger, an Archbold native who has been at Sauder Village since 1981 is a proprietor of Brush Creek Pottery there. His display at Bluffton will feature functional stoneware along with recent work with wood-fired, salt-glazed ceramics.
Free and open to the public.
Contact:
Robin Bowlus
Bluffton University
1 University Drive
Bluffton, OH 45817
419-358-3453
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Greg Pitts Art ExhibitAugust 27 - September 30, 2010.
Location: The Meeting Place on Market, 220 W. Market St., Lima.
Greg began his foray into the arts as a young teen when he purchased his first camera from Mack Camera store in downtown Lima. For the next 30 years, he used photography as a way of expressing his artistic side, winning several awards and holding several photography exhibits throughout the country.
As an award-winning filmmaker, he wrote, produced and directed eight short films which have won awards and been featured in film festivals throughout the US and internationally.
For the past three years, Mr. Pitts has been painting. He is an abstract expressionist artist. Greg Pitts is currently on exhibit in Miami in the Wynwood Art District and Ft. Lauderdale in the Fat Arts Village. He is one of the featured artists to exhibit at this year's Art Basel Miami.
Greg is donating a portion of proceeds of the sale of his artwork to the United Way in honor of his grandparents who migrated from Alabama and were very strong, hard-working people. He is also offering a limited number of custom designed coffee mugs featuring his first published piece of artwork.
Contact:
The Meeting Place on Market
220 W. Market St.
Lima, OH 45801
419-222-0985
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Memories of Japan ExhibitJuly 1 - September 30, 2010.
Location: St. Rita's Medical Center Mezzanine Gallery.
ArtSpace/Lima and St. Rita's Medical Center present Memories of Japan, a celebration of the arts and crafts of Japan.
The exhibit features works from the personal collections of the Co-Chairs of the Lima Sister Cities Association, Keiko Hahn and Sandra Liechty, including dolls, fans, vases, and statues. In addition, there are two Japanese-themed quilts which the Association is offering for sale.
Contact:
Bill Sullivan
ArtSpace/Lima
419-222-1721
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Senior Citizens Services BingoEvery Wednesday throughout the year except holidays.
September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2010.
Doors open: 5:00 p.m.
Bingo: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Senior Citizens Services, Inc.
54 cards: $20; 72 cards: $25; 90 cards $30 w/free tag.
Fireball Jackpot: $8700.
Open to the public.
Contact:
Senior Citizens Services, Inc.
3400 W. Elm St.
Lima, OH 45807
419-991-8811
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Bluegrass CafeA REGIONAL EVENT -
Thursdays, September 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30, 2010.
7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
Location: Famous Old Time Music Company.
Enjoy bluegrass music in a homey, relaxed atmosphere.
Admission: $5.00
Contact:
Famous Old Time Music Company
20322 U.S. 33
Wapakoneta, OH 45895
419-568-1220 or 513-607-1874
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Rays Market Wine TastingsThursdays: September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2010.
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Saturdays: September 4, 11, 18, 25, 2010.
12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Rays Market.
50 cents per sample. Typically two to four samples.
Contact:
Chris Pauff
Rays Market
890 S. Cable Rd.
Lima, OH 45805
419-224-0600
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Vino Bellissimo Wine TastingsThursdays: September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2010.
5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Saturdays: September 4, 11, 18, 25, 2010.
12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Vino Bellissimo.
Taste four different wines for $2.00.
Contact:
Mark Reineke
Vino Bellissimo
2720 Elida Rd., Suite 144
Lima, OH 45805
419-221-1010
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Lima Astronomical Society Observing ScheduleSeptember 3, 2010.
The Schoonover Observatory in Schoonover Park (670 N. Jefferson St., Lima) will be open at 8:00 p.m. on the first Friday of every month. This coincides with the regular monthly meetings of the Lima Astronomical Society.
The Observatory will also be open from time to time for special events related to sky phenomena taking place at the time.
On regular meeting nights, there will be a short business meeting at 8:00 p.m. followed at 8:30 p.m. by some sort of presentation lasting approximately an hour. Observations will commence thereafter.
Everyone is welcome to attend the Society's regular meetings and any special events.
You are encouraged to come to the observatory and look through the 14-inch Celestron telescope housed at that facility. Members of the LimaAstronomical Society will be on hand to operate the telescope and answer your questions.
Contact:
419-224-8222
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Max's Water Dog Races/Swap Meet/Flea Market - 2010September 3 - 5, 2010.
Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Allen County Fairgrounds, 2750 Harding Hwy, Lima, OH.
Events: Water Dog Races, Dog Treeing Contest, Wiener Dog Races, Horseshoe Pitching, Cornhole Contest.
Entertainment: Karaoke Contest all three nights.
Over 800 flea market vendors will be selling antiques, new and used treasures and collectibles, guns, dogs, produce and mums. Food vendors.
Vendor spaces: $50.00. Set-up days: Wednesday & Thursday, September 1 & 2.
Cost: General Admission, $6.00. Children under 12, Free. Parking Free.
Contact:
Max McCluer
419-225-8545, 419-230-9134 or 419-230-7405
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Concert Under the Stars - The Fabulous FiveSaturday, September 4, 2010.
8:00 p.m.
Location: Ottawa Metro Park Amphitheater, 2632 Ada Rd., Lima.
Celebrate this Labor Day weekend with a concert under the stars. Enjoy the music of the Fabulous Five as we bid goodbye to the summer.
Contact:
Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District
2355 Ada Rd.
Lima, OH 45801
419-221-1232
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Elida Band Boosters BingoEvery Sunday & Tuesday, 2010.
September 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28, 2010.
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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Labor Day Community Garage Sale - HarrodMonday, September 6, 2010.
8:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Downtown Harrod.
Enjoy this annual community garage sale.
Contact:
Bill Gossard
419-648-5091
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Labor Day ParadeMonday, September 6, 2010.
10:00 a.m.
Staging/Line-up at Northland at 9:00 a.m. Parade proceeds down Main Street to Lima's Town Square.
Music, clowns, candy, bands, floats.
Contact:
Bill Allen, Chairman
Allied Labor Council
419-223-9891
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AAUW Book FairBook Fair: September 7 - 11, 2010.
Tuesday, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. ($5.00 additional charge for first choice of books).
Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Former Odd Lots Building at Northland Plaza, 155 E. Northern Ave., Lima.
Books range in price from $.50 to $5.00.
The Lima branch of the American Association of University Women will start collecting on June 8 through August 26. Bring in your fiction and nonfiction books, college texts published since 2000, records, CDs, DVDs, children's books and specialized magazines to the collection location at the former Big Lots at Northland Plaza.
Collection hours are 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Tuesdays & Thursdays, and 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Tuesdays.
Proceeds from the Book Fair go to college scholarships for area young women, as well as camperships for area middle school girls.
Contact:
Pat Komarek
419-339-2932
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Sacred Dances and Chants of TibetTuesday, September 7, 2010.
7:00 p.m.
Location Bluffton Town Hall, Third Floor (handicap accessible) Main Street, Bluffton.
The Village of Bluffton hosts Gaden Shartse Monks for their September Town Hall Concert in the historically restored town hall. Come join us for an evening of sacred sounds from the roof of the world. www.gadenshartsecf.org.
This performance features monks from the renowned Gaden Shartse Monastery. All of the performances include an introduction as well as a question and answer period.
Contact:
Wendy Chappell-Dick
419-303-9769
wendy@mennofolk.org
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Tri-Moraine Audubon Society ProgramTuesday, September 7, 2010.
7:30 p.m.
Location: OSU Lima's Welcome Center meeting room (formerly the Cooperative Extension Service office.)
Program: "New Zealand's Revenge: Invasive Aquatic Snails in Western U.S. National Parks."
Dr. Leslie Riley, assistant professor in the Department of Biological and Allied Health Sciences at ONU, will cover the recent invasion of New Zealand Mud Snails into western U.S. rivers.
Contact:
Carol Bertrand
Tri-Moraine Audubon Society
419-227-9231
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Alzheimer's Support Group2nd Wednesday of each month:
Sept. 8, Oct. 13, Nov. 10, Dec. 8, 2010.
2:00 p.m.
Location: Allen County Council on Aging.
Meetings are for family members and caregivers of persons with Alzheimer's disease or a related memory loss condition.
Learn more about Alzheimer's disease and meet other caregivers.
Contact:
Judy Jacomet or Judy Doute
Allen County Council on Aging
215 N. Central Ave.
Lima, OH 45801
419-228-5135
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Lima/Allen County Civil War Study ClubJanuary 13, February 10, March 10, April 14, May 12, June 9, July 14, August 11, September 8, October 13, November 10, 2010.
The Lima/Allen County Civil War Study Club meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month except December.
7:00 p.m.
Location: New Creation Lutheran Church, Allentown Rd., Lima.
Contact:
Tom Bowman
419-999-4785
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American Traditional Skills - Beginner KnittingPart I: Thursday, September 9, 2010.
Part II: Thursday, September 16, 2010.
Part III: Thursday, September 23, 2010.
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. each session.
Location: McElroy Environmental Education Center, 2355 Ada Rd., Lima.
Join Carol Cornwell and Jo Riter as they teach us to knit both American and European styles in this three-part workshop. Learn to make a washcloth that can be easily expanded into a baby blanket or afghan.
All supplies are included.
Cost for the three-part class is $45.
Register by September 7.
Contact:
Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District
419-221-1232
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UNOH Fall Car ShowThursday, September 9, 2010.
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Registration and set-up begins at 9:00 a.m.
Location: University of Northwestern Ohio Campus, large parking lot directly across from the 1000 Administration Building.
The second annual UNOH Fall Car Show will be held with a swap meet added this year to the event. Dash plaques will be given to the first 100 entries. Trophies will be given for the top three winners in the UNOH Class and the Open Class.
If there is inclement weather on September 9th, the car show will be held on September 16th.
For more information or to register contact:
Marty McCaslin, 419-998-3162 or Jerry Myers, 419-998-7933.
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Alzheimer's Memory WalkSaturday, September 11, 2010.
Registration: 10:00 a.m.
Walk: 10:30 a.m.
Location: Ottawa Metro Park, 2632 Ada Rd., Lima,
The Memory Walk increases awareness of Alzheimer's disease and raises money to provide support for patients, families and caregivers.
Contact:
Allen County Council on Aging
419-228-9700 or 1-800-272-3900
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Kid FestSaturday, September 11, 2010.
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center, Exhibit Hall.
The Lima News presents "Kid Fest."
The event will feature lots of fun for the entire family with games and contests, workshops, food, prizes and more!
Admission: $1.00. (Free for kids age two and under)
Contact:
Jolene Molaski
Lima News
419-993-2118
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Kings and Peasants, with Nathan Scott ConcertSaturday, September 11, 2010.
7:00 p.m.
Location: The Meeting Place on Market.
Come out and hear Kings and Peasants on Saturday for a free live concert! They are an ensemble comprised of vocals, guitar, piano, cello and violin.
Contact:
The Meeting Place on Market
220 W. Market St.
Lima, OH 45801
419-222-0985
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Lima Area Concert Band - America's Musical HeritageSaturday, September 11, 2010.
7:30 p.m.
Location: Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center, Lima.
Lima Area Concert Band - 40th Anniversary Season!
Featuring Raquel Rodriequez, Trumpet.
Music performed is from America's past and present including a tribute to New York City and September 11, 2001.
Raquel Rodriquez is the Assistant Professor of Trumpet at Northern Kentucky University in Highland Heights, Kentucky. Prior to her appointment, Dr. Rodriquez served on the faculties of Washburn University in Topeka, KS and Southeastern Oklahoma State University. She has performed with many regional orchestras in Texas, the Sunflower Music Festival Orchestra, Aspen Festival Orchestra, Kansas City Symphony, Fountain City Brass Band, Athena Brass Band, Brass Theater with the Canadian Brass, and the Tony Awarding winning show, Blast!
Tickets: Season - $40; Single - $15.
Contact:
Lima Area Concert Band
P.O. Box 732
Lima, OH 45802
419-228-7618
cdetrick@wcoil.com
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Lima Silver Spurs Square DanceSeptember 11, 2010
2nd Saturday of every month except July and August.
July: no dance
August: 3rd Friday.
8:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Location: West Middle School Cafeteria, 503 N. Cable Rd., Lima.
Contact:
Sharon Myers
419-222-5520
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NWORRP - Tracks to the PastA REGIONAL EVENT -
September 11 & 12, 2010.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - dark.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation, Inc.
Admission: $2.00 Adults and $1.00 Children 12 & younger.
Train Rides: $1.00 additional charge, all ages.
All-you-can-eat Pancake Breakfast 7:00 - 9:00 a.m. Saturday and Sunday -
$5.00 Adults and $3.00 Children 12 & younger.
All train rides are subject to cancellation due to inclement weather. It is our intention to run our Steam Engine 901 for Special Programs and Sunday rides, but we reserve the right to run Diesel Engine 101. Children under 42" tall must ride with an adult. Prices and times subject to change without notice.
Contact:
Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation, Inc. (NWORRP)
11600 County Rd. 99
Findlay, OH 45840
419-423-2995
Email: nworrp@sbcglobal.net
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Springbrook Gardens Dances - 2010Saturdays except for last date in December.
All dates: 8:00 p.m.
April 24, May 15, May 29, June 12, June 26, July 10, July 24, August 14, August 28, September 11, September 25, October 9, October 23, November 13, December 11 and December 31, 2010.
Location: Springbrook Gardens.
Contact:
Springbrook Gardens
4240 N. West St.
Lima, OH 45801
419-225-8451
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WTLW TV-44 AuctionSaturday, September 11, 2010.
Registration begins: 8:30 a.m.
Location: 1844 Baty Rd., Lima.
Television station WTLW has scheduled their annual fundraising auction for September 11, 2010.
Items to consider for donation are antiques, power tools and slightly used furniture. Items can be dropped off from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at the station.
Proceeds will go to the continuation of Christian TV in the area. All donations are tax deductible.
Contact:
Sheri Ketner
419-339-4444, ext. 162
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Kiwanis Ham & Chicken BarbecueSunday, September 12, 2010.
Drive-thru: 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Dine-in: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Apollo Career Center, 3325 Shawnee Rd., Lima.
1/2 chicken or ham slice, 2 sides, dessert, beverage and roll.
Cost: $7.00.
Contact:
Bob Day
419-645-5703
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Knights of Columbus - Fall Bridal ShowSunday, September 12, 2010.
12:00 noon - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Knights of Columbus.
You will meet and talk with more than 25 vendors that will help you plan your Special Day.
Brides, grooms and parents are welcome to tour the beautiful Knights of Columbus facility.
Free admission for Brides and Grooms.
Contact:
Knights of Columbus
810 S. Cable Rd.
Lima, OH 45805
419-223-0761
www.kofclima.com
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Ohio State Lima Barons Golf OutingSunday, September 12, 2010.
9:00 a.m. Shotgun Start
Location: Hawthorne Hills Golf Club, 1000 Fetter Rd., Lima.
Join us on September 12th as we raise funds for Barons Athletics at the 3rd Annual Ohio State Lima Barons Golf Outing!
$55.00 per person includes a tailgate meal, cart and greens fees. Sponsorships are available, and there will be drawings, awards and door prizes!
Please RSVP by September 6, 2010.
To RSVP or for more information, please contact:
Janet Anderson, 419-995-8623 or anderson.1782@osu.edu.
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L.A.U.R.A. MeetingJanuary 20, February 17,March 17, April 21, May 19, June 16, July 21, August 18, September 15, October 20, November 17, 2010.
The Local Area UFO Research Association (L.A.U.R.A.) meetings are held the 3rd Wednesday of every month except December.
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Market Street Presbyterian Church, Lima, Ohio - lower level.
Contact:
Tom Bowman
419-999-4785
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Tea at TwoWednesday, September 15, 2010.
2:00 p.m.
Location: The MacDonell House.
"A Trip to Israel." Jeanne Goldman will share with us her adventures as she traveled through the Middle East. Israel is an exotic mix of the old and the new. Stay at hotels with every modern convenience while visiting ancient sites from Biblical times and the Greco/Roman period. No matter what your faith, you will find a holy place to visit.
Cost: $12.50. Please make check payable to The Allen County Historical Society.
Call in your reservation, and then send the registration form and payment to:
Ruth Detrick
830 N. McDonel St.
Lima, OH 45801.
Contact:
Ruth Detrick
419-228-7748 or
Carolyn Detrick
419-228-7618
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Delphos Old Fashioned Canal DaysSeptember 16 - 19, 2010.
Thursday: The Toast, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Friday: 4:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location: Downtown Delphos.
This is the 53rd year for this premier festival geared around the Miami Erie Canal. The festival offers a variety of activities, attractions and entertainment for all ages - kiddie tractor pulls, children's crafts, petting zoo, putter golf, amusement rides, and music from some of the hottest local bands. A grand parade takes place Sunday afternoon.
Contact:
Diane Sterling
Delphos Area Chamber of Commerce
310 N. Main St.
Delphos, OH 45833
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Nature Pals: Apples and More!Thursday, September 16, 2010.
10:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.
Location: Allen County Farm Park, 1582 Slabtown Rd., Lima.
Children ages 3 - 5 along with their adult companion are invited to join us "down on the farm". Visit an apple orchard, listen to stories about Johnny Appleseed, grind corn and taste apple butter prepared over an open fire. The program will conclude with a glass of apple cider.
Register by Sept. 14.
Contact:
Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District
419-221-1232
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Rebel Run Rod & Custom NationalsSeptember 16 - 19, 2010.
Location: Allen County Fairgrounds.
This is the 31st annual Rebel Run Rod & Custom Nationals Car Show.
Registration begins at 12:00 noon on Thursday with gates open to the public at 1:00 p.m.
Registration begins on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 8:00 a.m. with gates open to the public at 9:00 a.m.
Activities for the entire family. Entertainment will be provided by some great musical acts. Special guests will be in attendance, and other activities will include 50/50 drawings, a swap meet, craft show, model car contest on Saturday and drive-in movies all weekend. Golden Years Race Days are Friday at 6:00 p.m. and Saturday at 12:00 noon.
Admission for spectators is $7.00 per day, and children under the age of 12 are admitted free.
Contact:
LeRoy Roby
888-557-3235 or 419-648-5999
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ArtSpace Exhibit - The Heritage of IndiaSeptember 17 - October 30, 2010.
Opening Reception: Friday, September 17 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Location: ArtSpace/Lima.
Lecture by Kamesh Casukhela TBA.
Contact:
ArtSpace/Lima
65-67 Town Square
Lima, OH 45801
419-222-1721
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Encore Theatre - PicnicSeptember 17-19 & 24-26, 2010.
Friday & Saturday: 8:00 p.m.
Sunday matinee: 2:00 p.m.
Location: Encore Theatre.
Picnic
The sudden arrival of Hal Carter, a handsome young drifter, in a small Kansas town, stirs the emotions of a group of neighbors as he develops an instant attraction with Madge, one of the most beautiful girls in town. As Hal hides deep insecurities with grand shows of bravado, Madge is torn between her heart and her head in this Pulitzer Prize-winning drama where passions turn one small community upside down.
Cost: Regular Adult: $13; Senior: $11; Student to age 18: $8.
Contact:
Encore Theatre
991 North Shore Drive
Lima, OH 45801
419-223-8866 or 1-800-944-1441
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Appalachian Opry Monthly Variety ShowsA REGIONAL EVENT -
Jan. 23, Feb. 20, Mar. 20, Apr. 17, May 15, June 19, Aug. 21, Sept. 25, Oct. 23, Nov. 20, Dec. 18, 2010.
Saturdays: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Famous Old Time Music Company.
The Apalachian Opry is our answer to Hee Haw and the Grand Ole Opry. An assortment of guest artists join staff musicians Vernon & Kitty McIntyre with Mitch Manns, Don Bowlin, and Jeff Causey for an evening of bluegrass, old country music, comedy and fun.
Cost: $10.00
Good food available on site.
Contact:
Famous Old Time Music Company
20322 U.S. 33
Wapakoneta, OH 45895
419-568-1220 or 513-607-1874
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Charlie Daniels BandA REGIONAL EVENT -
Saturday, September 18, 2010.
7:30 p.m.
Location: Niswonger Performing Arts Center, Van Wert.
Grand Series Opener: Leading off the 2010-2011 season will be 50 years of Country Rock and Roll History as Charlie Daniels and his band bring their famous sound to Van Wert!
Tickets: $28, $33, $38, $42, $52, $59. On sale Friday, July 30.
Contact:
Niswonger Performing Arts Center
10700 St. Rt. 118 South
Van Wert, OH 45891
419-238-6722
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Dog Day at the BeachSaturday, September 18, 2010.
12:00 Noon - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Ottawa Metro Park, 2632 Ada Rd., Lima.
This is the 8th annual Dog Day at the Beach.
Don't miss this opportunity to spend some quality time with your best canine friend!
Things you will need: Current proof of dog license and vaccinations (records for rabies, distemper, parvo and all parasites - worms). Wading will be permitted for the human visitors - only the dogs get to swim!
Cost: $3.00 per dog (humans get in free)!
Contact for additional information:
Richard Kimmel, Park Ranger
Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District
2355 Ada Rd.
Lima, OH 45801
419-223-1025
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Gourmet Cooking ClassSaturday, September 18, 2010.
11:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Location: ArtSpace/Lima, 65-67 Town Square, Lima.
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs Cooking Class.
Great Gourmet Encounters is offering a variety of friendly informative cooking classes no matter what your skill level. So if you qualify for the America's Worst Cook, we can change your life and show you that food is not just for surviving. If you're a home cook who wants to polish your skills, we can help take you to the next level and learn some professional tips and tricks. Even if you've never stepped into a kitchen, we can teach you some basic cooking techniques to get you started.
Description: This class is designed for an adult/child pair. What could be more fun than making your own meatballs. Help your child learn sustainable life skills and good nutritional habits. Class size is limited to 10 for this hands-on class, so be sure to register early.
Cost: $35.00 per adult/child pair or $25.00 per adult. (Note: Limit one child per adult.)
To register contact:
419-303-0605
https://greatgourmetencounters.com
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Laurel Oaks Hobby & Harvest FairSaturday, September 18, 2010.
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Laurel Oaks Park.
Always the third Saturday in September, the Laurel Oaks Hobby & Harvest Fair is a great day of shopping and fun. Approximately 100 crafters, great food and games for the kids.
Admission: $1.00.
Attendees are encouraged to park at Elida High School and ride the FREE shuttle.
Contact:
Jean Sroufe
419-339-3572
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Lima Public Library Book SaleSaturday, September 18, 2010.
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Lima Public Library basement.
Bring a box or a bag and stock up on enough reading material to get you through the cold winter months.
Contact:
Karen Sommer
Lima Public Library
650 W. Market St.
Lima, OH 45801
419-228-5113
sommerk@limalibrary.com
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OksoberfestSaturday, September 18, 2010.
12:00 noon - 6:00 p.m.
Location: 799 S. Main St., Lima.
Kids tent, lots of live entertainment, food vendors, and contests (cornhole, karaoke, chicken dance, etc.) and No-Sale Garage Sale in church basement. Donations are being taken for the garage sale.
Oksoberfest is sponsored by the We Care Faith Partners, and is a great family friendly alternative to the traditional Oktoberfest events.
Oksoberfest will take over the 700 block of S. Main St., Lima. Locations include St. John's Catholic church basement and lawn, Kibby Corners Park and more!
Help us provide quality alcohol-free entertainment FREE for our community. Volunteers needed to help recruit donations, work the event, and help organize.
Contact:
Wanda Stokely
419-303-1969
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Responsible Dog Ownership DaySaturday, September 18, 2010.
1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Lima Kennel Club.
Open to all breeds - mixed and full blooded.
Animal Rescue Groups will be at the event all day. Activities! Demonstrations!
Donations made by: Pet Supply Plus, Jacks Aquarium and Pets, Hollowell Dog Training, Angels with Paws Pet Grooming & Bil-Jac.
Free Admission.
Contact:
Deenie Morris
Lima Kennel Club
1050 Thayer Rd.
Lima, OH 45801
419-221-0523
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Tri-Moraine Audubon Society Field TripSaturday, September 18, 2010.
8:30 a.m.
Location: Eastgate Mall parking lot behind Wendy's, Rt. 309, Lima.
This field trip, led by Janet Sweigart, will be a wild mushroom hunt at her tree farm in Maysville. J & J's Woodsland was recognized in 2005 as the Ohio Tree Farm of the Year, and in 2006 the Sweigarts were recognized as North Central Regional Outstanding Tree Farmers of the Year.
Participants will carpool departing at 8:30 a.m. from the parking lot behind Wendy's.
Free and open to the public.
Contact:
Carol Bertrand
Tri-Moraine Audubon Society
419-227-9231
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Walking Thru Autumn Hiking SeriesSaturday, September 18, 2010.
9:00 a.m. (approximately 1-1/2 to 2 hour hike).
Location: Ottawa Metro Park, Evans Arboretum, 2632 Ada Rd., Lima.
This is the 4th year for this popular series of 8 consecutive Saturday morning hikes. Combine the benefits of walking with an opportunity to explore some of the 27 miles of Metro Park trails.
Attend your first hike and receive a hand-made hickory, sassafras or dogwood walking stick and a guide to the Metro Park trails. Upon completing 6 out of the 8 hikes, participants will receive a 2010 Metro Parks hiking stick medallion.
All participants are required to register, and a $10 registration fee is charged. The registration fee will be waived for those not interested in a hiking stick.
September 18 marks the first hike; however, participants may register as late as October 1 for the final 6 hikies. After this date, walk-ins are welcome, but will not be eligible for the hiking stick or the medallion.
Contact:
Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District
419-221-1232
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Lecture Series: Steven KelloggA REGIONAL EVENT =
Monday, September 20, 2010.
7:30 p.m.
Location: Niswonger Performing Arts Center, Van Wert.
Steven Kellogg is a beloved author and illustrator who has contributed over 100 books for children, 30 of which he penned and illustrated himself. Kellogg will be demonstrating his talent of illustration as he visits with us in September.
Tickets on sale June 22, 2010.
Contact:
Niswonger Performing Arts Center
10700 St. Rt. 118 South
Van Wert, OH 45891
419-238-6722
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Smokin' in Rail City Square Dance WeekendSeptember 24 & 25, 2010.
Friday: tentative, 3:00 - 11:00 p.m.
Saturday: tentative, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Location: Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center, Exhibit Hall.
This event is open to the public, but dancers are required to be proficient in "Modern Western Square Dancing."
We will again feature our box catered supper on Saturday for those who buy tickets at the dance. Please purchase your meal tickets by noon on Saturday. This year we will have chicken, beef and salad options catered by the Old Barn Out Back.
Please visit the website regularly for information on the facility, caller biographies, hotels and registration. This site will be updated many times between now and the dance. Please make hotel and dance registrations early.
Web site: www.smokininrailcity.com.
Contact:
Ken & Myrna Allen, Phone: 937-426-4165
Email: kenneth.r.allen@earthlink.net
Jack & Sherry Pladdys
Phone: 513-737-1057
Email: pladdys@aol.com
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Wake, Rattle & RollFriday, September 24, 2010.
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
Location: Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center.
Presented by the Lima/Allen County Chamber of Commerce, these monthly morning breakfast gatherings are your best opportunity to stay informed about the local business community.
$4.00 for members. $6.00 for non-members.
Please call the Chamber office for reservations.
Contact:
Lima/Allen County Chamber of Commerce
144 S. Main St.
Suite 100
Lima, OH 45801
419-222-6045
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Antiques & Collectibles Charity AuctionSaturday, September 25, 2010.
2:00 p.m. (Preview at 1:00 p.m.)
Location: Primrose Retirement Communities, 3500 W. Elm St., Lima.
Contact:
Diane Bishop
Allen County Council on Aging, Inc.
419-228-5135
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Dulcimer JamsA REGIONAL EVENT -
Jan. 30, Feb. 27, Mar. 27, Apr. 24, June 26, Aug. 28, Sept. 25, Oct. 30, Nov. 27, 2010.
Saturdays: 1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Famous Old Time Music Company.
Our monthly Dulcimer Jams feature mountain and hammered dulcimers with autoharps; but we also welcome guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle, bass, and other players. Join us and have lots of fun!
Donations accepted.
Contact:
Famous Old Time Music Company
20322 U.S. 33
Wapakoneta, OH 45895
419-568-1220 or 513-607-1874
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KaZooby-FestSaturday, September 25, 2010.
10:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Location: Allen County Fairgrounds.
KaZooby is a new kid's program powered by RewardsRewards. KaZooby awards kids with points for participating in any of four self-improving activities: Educational, Exercise, Community and Charitable (activity provider). Kids redeem points at KaZooby.com for free stuff (Coupons) from local merchants (prize provider).
The Event:
KaZooby-Fest will have a variety of fun family-friendly activities, inflatable rides, putt-putt golf, hay rides, pumpkin decorating, tie dying, face painting, local fire truck, K-9 dogs, animals, craft show, movie under the stars, and great food. Organizations that provide self improving activities where kids can earn points will be present.
KaZooby Kids with the help from local merchants and volunteers has a goal to raise funds for Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Northwest Ohio!
Volunteers are needed.
Contact:
Stacy Swackhamer
KaZooby Kids
419-979-3763 or Stacy@KaZooby.com
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Lima Memorial Annual Baby FairSaturday, September 25, 2010.
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Lima Memorial Hospital Parking Lot.
Go to the white tent to find information, give-aways and door prizes for new and expectant mothers!
Contact:
Cindy Brunswick
Lima Memorial Hospital
1001 Bellefontaine Ave.
Lima, OH 45804
419-226-5033
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Paranzino Brothers Building Materials AuctionSaturday, January 9, 2010.
Saturday, September 25, 2010.
9:00 a.m.
Location: Allen County Fairgrounds
Building materials auction open to the public.
Contact:
Tom Paranzino
330-549-3133
www.pbauctions.com
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Walking Thru Autumn Hiking SeriesSaturday, September 25, 2010.
9:00 a.m. (approximately 1-1/2 to 2 hour hike).
Location: Deep Cut Historical Park, 22900 St. Rt. 66.
This is the 4th year for this popular series of 8 consecutive Saturday morning hikes. Combine the benefits of walking with an opportunity to explore some of the 27 miles of Metro Park trails.
Attend your first hike and receive a hand-made hickory, sassafras or dogwood walking stick and a guide to the Metro Park trails. Upon completing 6 out of the 8 hikes, participants will receive a 2010 Metro Parks hiking stick medallion.
All participants are required to register, and a $10 registration fee is charged. The registration fee will be waived for those not interested in a hiking stick.
September 18 marks the first hike; however, participants may register as late as October 1 for the final 6 hikies. After this date, walk-ins are welcome, but will not be eligible for the hiking stick or the medallion.
Contact:
Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District
419-221-1232
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A.B.A.T.E. of Ohio Toy RunSunday, September 26, 2010.
Doors open: 10:00 a.m. Bikes leave: 12:00 noon.
Location: Allen County Fairgrounds, 2750 Harding Hwy., Lima.
25th Annual Toy Run.
A.B.A.T.E. of Ohio, Inc., Region 3 is part of a nationwide motorcyclist's rights organization that provides political support of rider freedom while promoting rider education and safety. Region 3 includes Allen, Auglaize, Logan, Mercer, Paulding, Putnam, Shelby and Van Wert Counties in Ohio.
Each year, Region 3 hosts a Christmas Toy Run to raise money and collect toys to benefit our area's needy children for the holidays. Success has been phenomenal, but is gained only through the cooperation of A.B.A.T.E. members and the community working together to provide for those less fortunate.
Music (to be announced)
Free food while it lasts.
Cost: $15.00 per person or $10.00 and a new toy.
Contact:
Dana Frost
419-229-0982 or 419-649-0240
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Ronald W. Richards Music SeriesSunday, September 26, 2010.
3:00 p.m.
Location: Trinity United Methodist Church, 301 W. Market St., Lima.
Trinity United Methodist Church will open its 25th - 26th season of Ronald W. Richards Music Series with a performance by a "Family of Harpists."
The concert will provide a group of selections representing the various seasons of the year. Janice Bishop, principal harpist of the Lima Symphony, will be joined by her sister, Linda Kandel Grieser of Cincinnati and Jan's daughter, Dawn Bishop Chiang, Chicago, where she performs as a soloist and a member of the Artists Trio composed of flute, cello and harp. Joining this group will be Anna Heider, one of Jan's students, and a junior at Lima Central Catholic High School.
All programs are presented without charge; however, a free will offering will be received and will be added to the Ronald W. Richards Scholarship Fund administered by the Lima Kiwanis Club of which he was a member.
Contact:
419-227-0800
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Alzheimer Caregiver's Support GroupMeetings 4th Tuesday of the month:
September 28, October 26, November 23, December 28, 2010.
6:30 p.m.
Location: HCF, Inc., 1100 Shawnee Rd., Lima.
Refreshments served at each meeting.
Contact:
Linda Friend, LSW
419-999-2055
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Tranquili-TeaWednesday, September 29, 2010.
1:00 p.m.
Location: St. Rita's Auxiliary Conference Center, 718 W. Market St.
St. Rita's Volunteer/Auxiliary invites the public to the Tranquili-Tea Benefit Luncheon and Style Show.
Doors will open at 12:45 p.m. Prepaid reservations are necessary. Cost is $8.00 per person, tax deductible. Please make checks payable to St. Rita's Volunteer/Auxiliary and send them to:
St. Rita's Volunteer Resources Department
St. Rita's Medical Center
730 W. Market St.
Lima, 45801.
All proceeds will go toward the monthly Tranquili-Teas served to oncology and medical inpatients at St. Rita's Medical Center.
Style show fashions will be provided by Christopher & Banks and C.J. Banks, both at the Lima Mall.
Seating will be assigned as reservations are received. Tables will seat 6. If you wish to sit with others, all names must be sent in with the check.
Parking is available in the Parking Garage.
Contact:
Linda Chartrand
Director of Media Relations & External Communications
St. Rita's Medical Center
419-226-9802
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Bluffton University Artist Series - Massenkoff Russian Folk FestivalThursday, September 30, 2010.
7:30 p.m.
Location: Bluffton University, Yoder Recital Hall.
Bluffton University Artist Series - Massenkoff Russian Folk Festival.
Starring singer Nikolai Massenkoff and featuring Russian folk instruments, including a balalaika ensemble and Russian folk ballet.
Contact:
Robin Bowlus
Bluffton University
1 University Drive
Bluffton, OH 45817
419-358-3453
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