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Greg Pitts Art ExhibitAugust 27 - September 30, 2010.
Location: The Meeting Place on Market, Lima.
Contact:
Kevin Brogee
The Meeting Place on Market
220 W. Market St.
Lima, OH 45801
419-222-0985
info@meetingplaceonmarket.com
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Farmers Thursday MarketThursdays, June - October, 2010.
September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2010.
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: In front of the AARP Tax Bldg., 221 N. Main St., Lima.
In addition to the Saturdays Farmers Market, this is an opportunity for downtown workers and those who can't come on Saturday to have access to home-grown produce.
Contact:
Rick Kabara
P.O. Box 430
Waynesfield, OH 45896
419-230-2195
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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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Farmers Market - 2010Saturdays, June - October, 2010.
September 4, 11, 18, 25, 2010.
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon.
Location: In front of the Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center, Lima.
Available are a wide variety of home-grown produce including organics, live herbs, plants, trees, home-baked pies, cookies and breads.
Most Farmers Market Saturdays include an event.
Contact:
Rick Kabara
P.O. Box 430
Waynesfield, OH 45896
419-230-2195
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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 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 FairTuesday through Saturday, September 7 - 11, 2010.
Location: To be determined.
Contact:
Pat Komarek
419-339-2932
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Appalachian Opry Monthly Variety ShowsA REGIONAL EVENT -
Jan. 23, Feb. 20, Mar. 20, Apr. 17, May 15, June 19, Aug. 21, Sept. 18, 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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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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Responsible Dog Ownership DaySaturday, September 18, 2010.
1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Lima Kennel Club.
Free Admission. Parking: $5.00.
Contact:
Deenie Morris
Lima Kennel Club
1050 Thayer Rd.
Lima, OH 45801
419-221-0523
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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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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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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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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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