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HOME SCHOOL ENRICHMENT CLASS

McElroy Environmental Education Center 2355 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United States

CANCELLED Homeschool Enrichment classes will be offered again for the upcoming school year, September 2019 – May 2020. Students, K-6th grade, are invited to join us each month as we explore the animal kingdom. Class will typically include a hike, lesson and animal visitor. Classes will be held in the McElroy Environmental Education Center at …

MR. PUPPET

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

Back by popular demand is Mr. Puppet.  Mr. Puppet is in the business of laughter and we all could use a good laugh.  Whether you are 3 or 93, Mr. Puppet will show you a good time with his puppets and marionets.  Bring the kids and enjoy the fun!  Mr. Puppet has understandably requested no …

LOWER LONDON STREET DIXIELAND BAND

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

This engaging group of talented and experienced musicians from the Columbus area offer authentic 1920’s Dixieland music, timely humor and fun vocals.  Let’s welcome them for their premier visit to the Ottawa Metro Park Amphitheater stage.

LAUREN JEAN SCHROEDER “WINNER OF OHIO HAS TALENT!”2019

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

Lauren Jean is an exceptionally talented and accomplished 17-year old singer, songwriter and musician.  Lauren Jean recently auditioned for American Idol and was one of the few that made it to Hollywood.  Her music is best described as pop mixed with soul and rock, with a dash of an electronic sound.  This spring she released …

STEVE MADEWELL

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

Steve’s music is shaped by his passion for the natural world, which guided his careen in the park, conservation, and outdoor recreation field, and the amazing places he has seen on his travels.  He spends a lot of time tramping around fields, forests, and streams and shares his thoughts on these experiences through stories and …

LITTLE HOG CREEK DULCIMERS

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

A perennial crowd favorite, they’ll play their hammered and mountain dulcimers with a few extra unconventional instruments added for fun.  Their traditional and novelty songs are a joy to listen to outside on a summer night.  

EZ & COMPANY

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

This group is back and better than ever with their traditional gospel & tight harmonies.  A non-denominational “church group” these talented guys have the best time singing together.  Join us for a splendid evening in song.  

CHRIS ROWLANDS

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

High-energy professional musician, artist, puppeteer and all-around good guy, Chris Rowlands will perform some of the best nature songs out there.  His puppets offer nature tips and educational information.  Please don’t miss this performance.    

CLOUD OF WITNESSES

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

Join us as we showcase local talent from the Bluffton area.  With a blend of folk, rock, country and pop this quartet specializes in guitar-driven songs with meaningful lyrics that have stood the test of time.  

STANDARD TIME JAZZ QUINTET

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

Billed as “Northwest Ohio’s best easy-listening jazz quintet”, these 5 talented and seasoned professional musicians specialize in jazz music from the 1940’s to present day with vocals and instrumentals.  You’ll enjoy some toe-tapping, feel-food music as the evening unfolds.  

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