Nothing is stopping the Ada elementary book fair from taking place. The book fair is online this month. The books will be delivered to the school and then distributed. The link will be open until Sunday, Nov. 29. Teachers have created wish lists for their classrooms as well. Click here to visit the book fair link.
Small Business Saturday just now became more interesting. You can get your cookies and eat them too, in Ada on Saturday, Nov. 28.
As a first-time holiday event, sponsored by the Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance, is a Hardin County Christmas Cookie Walk. The event is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 28.
"Kick off your holiday shopping by supporting Hardin County businesses while enjoying pre-packaged Christmas cookies provided by each business on a first- come, first-serve basis," said the chamber.
NOTE: THIS STORY WAS UPDATED AT 3 P.M. ON THURSDAY.
THE EVENT IS CANCELED DUE TO COVID-19 HEALTH CONCERNS.
A downtown clue hunt is in store for girls interested in Girl Scouting in Ada on Saturday, Nov. 14, will not take place. Watch the Icon for further updates.
Three holiday-related events are on the calendar at Beatitudes, 210 N. Main St., Ada, according to Deb Curlis.
Thanksgiving dinner to go
The annual Thanksgiving dinner is a drive-thru event this year. It takes place from 4 to 6 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 24. Participants are asked to call in reservations to help in planning the appropriate number of meals needed. Call 419-788-9459.
Children family shopping event
The annual children’s family shopping event is from 5 to 7 p.m., Friday, Dec. 4.
Even if you can't play the French horn, you can paint it.
November's PaintINN at The Inn at ONU features the opportunity to paint a Christmas French horn and includes supplies, instruction, a glass of wine, non-alchoholic beverages and a buffet pous dessert.
The PaintInn is at 6 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 19, at The Inn, 401 W. College Ave., Ada.
Reservations are required by calling 419-772-4112. Seating is limited so that we may comply with all social distancing requirements. Masks are required when not dining.
The Ada Schools District has made the decision to cancel this year's Veterans' breakfast, according to Meri Skilliter, superintendent.
"Many factors have gone into this decision but we feel, in the best interest of keeping all those in our school community safe, as well as our veterans and their families, cancelling this year's breakfast is the best option for all involved," she said.
"The Ada Schools continue to support and appreciate our veterans in every way and we hope to re-institute this cherished tradition next year."
