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Johnny Appleseed Metro Parks 50 years-50 mile challenge

Posted by Paula Scott on Friday, June 3, 2022

In 2022, the Johnny Appleseed Park District is marking its 50th anniversary. One way to join the celebration is to participate in the district's 50 Mile Challenge. Walk, run or hike any of the nearby trails to complete the 50 miles, receive a 50 Mile Challenge Sticker and be entered in a drawing to win fabulous prizes.

Prizes include OSU Football tickets, Dayton Dragon tickets, Trekking poles, restaurant gift certificates.

June 15 marks the calendar halfway point, but participants have until September 1 to walk 50 miles and turn in log sheets.

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After 2 gap years, Bluffton Arts & Craft show returns under new management

Posted by Paula Scott on Tuesday, May 31, 2022

Returning to Bluffton after two COVID gap years, the Bluffton Arts & Craft Show has a new host and will take place just yards away from its traditional location in downtown Bluffton. The Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce has handed the reins over to Blended Roots, a consignment craft shop at 246 Cherry St.

There will be 51 vendors with booths outdoors and products from 65 vendors indoors. Parts of Cherry, Railroad and Vance Streets will be closed beginning at 6 a.m. for setup. The show will run from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

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AHS 2022 Commencement ceremonies will stream live on Facebook

Posted by Staff on Sunday, May 29, 2022

You can tune in to watch the live 2022 Ada High School Commencement at

https://www.facebook.com/adabulldogs

Viewing will begin at 1:45 p.m. (May 29, 2022).

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Rescheduled: Strike Out Cancer fundraiser now May 28

Posted by Paula Scott on Thursday, May 26, 2022

Crummy weather is messing with outdoor events this week. The Ada Exempted Village Schools have announced that the first annual Strike Out Cancer game originally scheduled for Thursday evening will now be held on Saturday, May 28.

10:00 a.m. Home Run Derby and Fastest Pitch contest

11:00 a.m. Benefit game between Ada High School varsity baseball and softball teams

A 50-50 raffle and bake sale will also be held in conjunction with the event.

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Tickets on sale for Hardin Co. garden tour

Blossoms and Butterflies, June 26 in Kenton and Ada
Posted by Staff on Thursday, May 26, 2022

The Keep Hardin County Beautiful Commission will be hosting a garden tour in the Kenton and Ada area on June 26, 2022 from 1:00-5:00 p.m.

The “Blossoms and Butterflies” tour will be a relaxing stroll through nine beautiful gardens. The invitation reads: "We hope that you take this opportunity to experience the joys and rewards of gardening. A Master Gardener will be present at each garden to answer your gardening questions."

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Reminder: June 1 early bird deadline for Harvest & Herb vendors

Posted by Staff on Wednesday, May 25, 2022

HARVEST AND HERB FESTIVAL VENDOR SIGN-UP

Don't forget, sign-up by June 1 to save on Harvest & Herb Festival booth rental fees.

Save $10 on your standard booth - $35 ($45 after 6/1)

Save $10 on your limited electric booths - $50 ($60 after 6/1)

Email: [email protected] with questions.

The festival and parade are on Saturday, September 17.

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