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NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

Heritage Park 2092 Reed Road, Lima, OH, United States

Come join family and friends at Heritage Park for National Night Out. There will be food, games for the kids, a 5K fun run and displays from your local Fire and Law Enforcement Departments. Parking will be at Apollo Career Center. Take this opportunity to spend an evening with your family.

NATURE PALS: MORNING AT THE BEACH

Ottawa Metro Park Beach 2632 Ada Road, Lima, United States

Children, ages 3-5, and their adult companion and siblings are invited to celebrate summer with a trip to the Ottawa Metro Park Beach. Enjoy the water, along with games and a scavenger hunt. Dress for swimming and remember to bring sunscreen. $3 per child, adults get in free. Register by August 7 at 419-221-1232.

JUST FOR KIDS: STREAM STROLL

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

Kids, ages 5-12, are invited to explore life in a creek. We will be searching the creek for clues of who lives there by using dip nets and hand lenses. Be prepared to get wet and muddy. Wear old clothing and water shoes, rubber boots or old gym shoes. Parents might want to pack an …

DRAGONS AND DAMSELS

Lippincott Bird Sanctuary 3093 Bellefontaine Road, Lima, United States

Flying jewels and tigers of the sky, these aerial masters are invertebrate kings. Their larvae are aquatic, so you will usually find the adults near water, like at Lippincott Bird Sanctuary. Come enjoy your afternoon learning, observing, catching and experiencing these awesome insects! Some nets will be provided, be prepared for the weather and to …

FAMILY NATURE EXPLORATION: STREAM STROLL

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

Families are invited to join a naturalist for an exploration of the creek. Come get right into the water and mud as we explore with dip nets. Wear old clothing and water shoes, rubber boots, or old gym shoes. Parents might want to pack an extra outfit for the ride home.

THE CONKERS

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

The Conkers are a family group who have been performing traditional music together for almost 35 years. They accompany themselves with a variety of folk instruments such as the fiddle, Irish whistle, bodrhan, concertina, banjo, dulcimer, and guitar, just for starters. But they are best known for their blended vocal harmonies of traditional English, Irish …

PERSEID METEOR SHOWER

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

Join members of the Lima Astronomical Society at Kendrick Woods at dark for meteor viewing.  Telescopes will be present for astronomical viewing. Bring mosquito repellent and a comfortable chair or blanket. In case of rain or thick clouds the program will be cancelled.

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FAMILY NATURE EXPLORATION

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

Families are encouraged to join a park district naturalist each Saturday morning throughout the summer, rain or shine. Explore nature through a variety of activities including hikes, scavenger hunts, fishing, and live animal presentations. A different activity will be offered each week. Dress to be outdoors. No registration is necessary.

CHRIS ROWLANDS

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

Singer, songwriter, musician, puppeteer, visual artist and naturalist educator are just some of Chris’s accomplishments. He’s been described as “rRobin Williams with a guitar” and that pretty much sums up his program. Entertaining for both children and adults. Chris will knock your socks off with his funny and educational performance. Don’t miss this show! CD’s …

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, energetic performing style, tight harmonies, and their original bluegrass tunes. They have a great time writing and playing their original type of bluegrass music, and …

Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District