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August 10 Farmers & Merchants Picnic packs the park with fun

Posted by Paula Scott on Friday, August 2, 2024

The 2024 Ada Farmers & Merchants Picnic is Saturday, August 10 at War Memorial Park. Started in 1913, this Ada tradition is sustained by volunteers and a non-profit organization. Funds raised in 2023 were used to improve the park by upgrading the three back ball diamonds with brick dust and sponsor the Pride of Ada Fireworks.

The following activities are highlighted on the Farmers & Merchants Picnic Facebook page, which also lists hourly and end of day prize drawings and vendors.

SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS

  • Vendor Alley: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.Vendor Alley: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
  • Horse Show - 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
  • Train Rides - 10:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
  • Wandering Balloon Twister - 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m
  • Entertainment - 10:3 0 .a.m-5:00 p.m at the Band Shelter
  • Exotic Petting Zoo: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
  • Bingo - 12:30 p.m. at Shelter House #1
  • Greased Pigs - Register from 11:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Starts at 4:00 p.m. $5 Entry fee. At ball diamond #2
  • Basketball Tournament: Register from 11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m. Starts at 12:00 $30 per team.  At basketball courts
  • Wack a Wreck: Get the chance to have some fun and wack-smash-wrech a beat up car.  Admission is $5 for 2 minutes of smashing.
  • Pony Rides -  3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. $5 per ride at Ball Diamond #1.
  • Truck & Tractor Pulls -  6:30 p.m. $10 entry fee. Seniors/Vets/Kids under 12 are free.
  • Main Prizes announced at 6:00 p.m.

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Ada Music Boosters host annual Chicken BBQ on August 16

Posted by Staff on Thursday, August 1, 2024

The Ada Exempted Village Schools have issued this reminder:

Football Friday Nights are almost here and so is the annual Music Booster Chicken BBQ on August 16. 

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Soroptimist of Kenton Hardin County to host Mad Hatter's High Tea

Posted by Paula Scott on Monday, July 29, 2024

Soroptimist of Kenton Hardin County will be holding their first Mad Hatter High Tea Party on Sunday, August 11 to spread community awareness and raise money to help women and girls in Hardin County. 

Attendees will enjoy finger sandwiches, petit fours, scones, hot and cold tea and a lemonade bar. 

  • $10/person $5/ages 13 and under
  • The Coterie 1 N. Detoir St., Kenton
  • 50/50, basket raffle

Purchase tickets online HERE.

To find out more about the event or Soroptimist and their organization visit their Facebook page at Kenton/Hardin County Soroptimist International.

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July 31 Community Meal

Posted by Paula Scott on Monday, July 29, 2024

St. Mark Lutheran Church--located at the corner of Lincoln and Johnson Streets in Ada--will be having their monthly community meal on Wednesday, July 31, from 5 to 6:30 p.m., or whenever supplies run out. 

The meal is free and open to the public. This month's menu is a slightly lighter fare.  The meal will consist of a sub sandwich, chips, fruit and cookies.  You may dine in, carry out or drive up for curbside service.

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Ada Schools volleyball alumni game invitation

Posted by Paula Scott on Wednesday, July 24, 2024

All Ada High School volleyball alumni are invited to join an August 9 alumni game. Organizers encourage past players to "reconnect with old teammates and show off your skills on the court. Don't miss out!"

To RSVP use the online form https://forms.gle/Gv9teaWeBsrZF1iY6

The event includes a scrimmage with the 2024-2025 Varsity team. Alumni are encouraged to attend whether or not they are playing. 

The event begins at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, August 9.

Admission is free.

 

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Registration is open for September 14 Patrick Archer Memorial Softball Tournament

Posted by Staff on Friday, July 19, 2024

The 2024 Patrick Archer Memorial Softball Tournament and Fundraiser is scheduled for September 14, 2024.

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