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FOSSIL CREEK BAND

Ottawa Metro Park Amphitheater 2632 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United States

We have saved the best for last! Join us for one of the premier bluegrass bands coming out of the Great Lakes region. The “Creekers” are known for their fun-loving, …

HEALTH THROUGH NATURE

McLean Teddy Bear Park 2004 N. Dixie Hwy., Lima, OH, United States

Although modern technologies are making our life easier, more and more people are experiencing a sense of unease and anxiety. New scientific research is concluding that our disconnect from nature may …

FAMILY NATURE EXPLORATION

Ottawa Metro Park - Campground 2632 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United States

Families are encouraged to join a park district naturalist to celebrate the end of our 2018 summer Family Nature Exploration series. Explore nature through a variety of activities. No registration.

WIND ENERGY & BIRDS

OSU Lima Campus - Visitor/Student Center 3900 Campus Drive, Lima, OH, United States

The Air Column is an under-protected habitat of great importance to birds. Mark Shieldcastle, Director of Research for the Black Swamp Bird Observatory, will discuss the interactions of birds and …

WALKING THRU AUTUMN

Kendrick Woods Metro Park 971 N. Defiance Trail, Spencerville, OH, United States

There’s nothing quite like a walk on a sunny, crisp autumn morning! Please join us for the 12th consecutive year of the popular Walking Thru Autumn series. Each week, 50-70 …

FAIRY HOUSES

Hermon Woodlands 485 N. Wapak Road, Lima, OH, United States

Construction workers of all ages are welcome to Hermon Woodlands Naturescape to help construct a fairy village! You will be “hired” to plan, design and build a fairy house in …

TAI CHI

Ottawa Metro Park Amphitheater 2632 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United States

Learn to “flow like water,” quiet your mind and improve your balance as you participate in a 7 week Tai Chi class with instructor Mary Lou Paisley. You will learn …

Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District