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Once again, the Newark Strawberry Festival is set to return to begin the summer of 2023.
This festival has become a tradition to the citizens of Newark and surrounding areas. Many wait patiently all year long for this festival, which brings so much fun and excitement to Newark. Rides games, crafts, food, and entertainment provide the entire family with many exciting things to do, see, and taste.
Each year, everyone anticipates the return of one of the world’s most-craved delicacies –Strawberry Shortcakes made famous by the Newark Kiwanis Club and served with creamy Velvet Ice Cream, made locally.
The Kiwanis Club of Newark would like to welcome you to the 37th annual Newark Strawberry Festival. “Strawberries on the Square” is our theme.
The hours are 11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday; 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday.
Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world, one child and one community at a time.
A large portion of our local fundraising supports youth activities at Camp O’Bannon and Kiwanis Park.
The camp’s mission is to address the needs of the children it serves-their physical, social and emotional health. Special emphasis is put on developing self esteem through positive experiences, and promoting an atmosphere of respect by emphasizing positive peer interaction, team building and shared community responsibility.
Public Ghost Hunts at Historic Ohio State Reformatory The Ohio State Reformatory has a long, documented history of paranormal activity and is a premiere location for all paranormal enthusiasts. The Ohio State Reformatory provides several ways to interact with the macabre history of the stunning limestone architecture of the former prison. Most of our paranormal programs are conducted in the evening with the assistance of an experienced and knowledgeable guide. Ghost hunting books and merchandise are available through our museum store and online.
Participants MUST be 18 years or older. Evening Schedule:
- Arrive between 6 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. to complete registration. The Museum Store will only be open during that time.
- Tours depart at 7:10 p.m.
- Water, coffee, tea, and hot chocolate will be available throughout the evening.
- Independent investigating will run until 3 a.m.
- OSR staff and volunteers will be available all evening for assistance.
1) Please be kind to all creatures!
2) Leave No Trace! Please do not leave any glitter, trash, or plastic. These can hurt the fairy friends.
3) Please stay on trail! There are plants like poison ivy and stinging nettle in the woods in this area!
4) Please leave houses as you find them! So the next visitors can experience the magic as well.
Share your adventures at #LPDfairytrai
Mansfield, Ohio – Mansfield Fire Museum, 1265 W. Fourth St., Mansfield, Ohio 44905 for the Mansfield Motorama. This Car, truck and motorcycle show is open to everyone. Collector Coins for the first 125 to register. Raffle, 50/50 drawing, food, drinks and games, People’s Choice Awards and music by JR the DJ. The show benefits children with hearing disabilities. Registration is $15.00 to show vehicle; free to attend. Contact Steve for more information (419) 775-8843
Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects Made with LEGO® Bricks, an award-winning and record-breaking exhibition that uses beautiful works of art made from simple toy blocks to explore animal endangerment, the balance of ecosystems, and mankind’s relationship with nature is coming to Kingwood Center Gardens from June 2 to September 17, 2023. Produced by Imagine Exhibitions, Nature Connects depicts important topics that the New York artist, Sean Kenney, holds dear, from protecting an animals’ habitat to planting a garden.
Nature Connects further shows that just as LEGO pieces interconnect, everything in nature is interconnected in a delicate balance. The narratives, along with the intricate displays, also explore the importance of conservation, the balance of ecosystems, predator/prey relationships, as well as the relationships between humankind and the natural world.
1) Please be kind to all creatures!
2) Leave No Trace! Please do not leave any glitter, trash, or plastic. These can hurt the fairy friends.
3) Please stay on trail! There are plants like poison ivy and stinging nettle in the woods in this area!
4) Please leave houses as you find them! So the next visitors can experience the magic as well.
Share your adventures at #LPDfairytrai
NewLife Community Church in Fredericktown invites all kids ages 4 years through 5th grade completed to Wacky Wild Water Week at Sockman Lake Park June 5th – 8th from 9 a.m. – noon and June 9 closing celebration. Kids will enjoy songs, interactive Bible stories, water games and crafts in an outdoor setting. Go to nlifecma.org to register or call the church at 694-LIFE. Early registration deadline is May 21st.
Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects Made with LEGO® Bricks, an award-winning and record-breaking exhibition that uses beautiful works of art made from simple toy blocks to explore animal endangerment, the balance of ecosystems, and mankind’s relationship with nature is coming to Kingwood Center Gardens from June 2 to September 17, 2023. Produced by Imagine Exhibitions, Nature Connects depicts important topics that the New York artist, Sean Kenney, holds dear, from protecting an animals’ habitat to planting a garden.
Nature Connects further shows that just as LEGO pieces interconnect, everything in nature is interconnected in a delicate balance. The narratives, along with the intricate displays, also explore the importance of conservation, the balance of ecosystems, predator/prey relationships, as well as the relationships between humankind and the natural world.
READY, SET, MOVE! Vacation Bible School @ FirstNaz
807 Coshocton Ave Mount Vernon OH
June 5-8; 6:30-8:30 PM
With our closing celebration on June 11
Save your spot by signing-up @ www.firstnaz.net
AGES 4yrs-5th Grade (completed)
Join us for even more fun as VBS continues with our “VBS Wednesdays”
from 7-8 PM throughout the summer