Wild Turkeys
Turkeys are rebounding in this area and in all of Ohio for that matter. Last year hunters took more than 16,000 gobblers in Ohio. April is the month when the toms strut their stuff, a natural phenomenon called "The Show." So, if you are a birder or hunter you may want to catch a glimpse of of "The Show" in a woods or field near you during breeding season. This year's turkey hunting season in Ohio extends from April 20 to May 17.
Art Winners
Congratulations to these Ada students who won a child abuse poster contest They will have their original artwork displayed on billboards in the county. Winners include Courtney Sumner, first; Gracie Allison, second; Brevin Sizemore, third, in the countywide contest sponsored by Jobs and Family Services and Kenton Kiwanis Club.
Want to Buy Farmland?
How much is farmland worth? In northwest Ohio most land sells for $5,700 to $8,000 an acre nowadays. The top 15% of cropland goes for between $7,000 to $9,800 an acre. Agriculture is big business in Hardin County.
Liberty Conservation Club
The club's next chicken/fish fry will be held from 4:30 to 7:30 pm on Saturday, April 11 (starts a little earlier and lasts a little later than most frys). More than 100 diners usually show up each month for the all-you-can-eat spread. Cost is $8 plus drink. You don't have to be a member to enjoy the food. Most profits go to buy fish and award prizes at the club's annual fish derby held in mid-May.
Needing a Home
Looking for a wonderful dog to give a home to? Search Hardin County Shelter on Facebook or the web. Many lonely pets are pictured and described, then go the shelter to check them out. The shelter is located not far from Ada--just off 309 west of Kenton. You may find a terrific companion in need of a forever home.
Spring Events in Ada--So Much Music & More
Village brush pickup/chipping will be Monday, April 6.
Barb Schwartz, member of the trio Believe will speak and sing at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, April 7 at the United Methodist Church. All are welcome
Senior Citizens to tour Wilson's on Wednesday, April 8. Meet at Health Professionals at noon.
Tara McBride, Columbus attorney, will speak on LGBT-related issues, 7 pm, Wednesday, April 8, McIntosh Center. The program is free and open to the public.
ONU Observatory, "Galaxies of Spring," 8 to 10 pm on Friday, April 10, weather permitting. Public invited.
Multicultural Fair, 4 to 9 pm, Friday, April 10, McIntosh Center.
ONU Men's and Women' Chorus, 8 pm, Friday, April 10, Presser Hall. Free and open to the public.
Medical Disposal Day, 9 am until noon, on Saturday, April 11, in the ONU parking lot north of Rite Aid.
ONU Gospel Ensemble spring concert, free, 4 pm on Sunday, April12, McIntosh Center.
New church building formal dedication, Ada First United Methodist Church, 10 am on Sunday, April 12.
ONU Instrumental Ensemble concert, 8 pm, Monday April 13, Presser Hall. Free and open to the public.
Village officials and residents will discuss deteriorating trees along Main Street, 7 pm on Tuesday, April 14, United Methodist Church. All are welcome.
Poet Anthony Madrid, 7:30 pm, Thursday, April 16, Elzay Gallery. Free and open to the public.
ONU spring musical, "Drowsy Chaperone," April 16-19, Freed Center
Spring Fling sponsored by Chamber for all residents, 10 am to 2 pm, Saturday, April 18, Ada War Memorial Park.
Bluffton University Camaratta Singers, 10:30 am, Sunday, April 19, Grace Gospel Church.
Chamber Singers, 8 pm, Monday, April 20, Presser Hall. Free and open to the public.
Earth Day Potluck with Fermentation on Wheels, 6 to 9 pm, Wednesday, April 22, 508 N. Main.
The Beacon of Hope dinner and auction will be held at 6 pm on Thursday, April 23, in McIntosh Center. The event supports the patients and families of Community Health Professionals visiting nurses, hospice, and private duty services.
ONU Wind Orchestra, 7:30, Friday, April 24, Freed Center.
ONU Spring Band Festival, 4 pm, Sunday, April 26, Freed Center.
ONU Jazz Band, 7:30, Thursday, April 30, Freed Center.
Lions Club mulch sale begins Saturday, May 2, 8 am to 1 pm.
ONU Symphony Orchestra, 7:30 pm, Saturday, May 2, Freed Center.
(Monty [email protected])
