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Beginning Archery Program

Evans Archery Range 1376 N St Marys Road, Spencerville, OH

Participants age 9 through adult will meet with certified archery staff to assist beginning archers on the fundamentals of archery.  Mathews Genesis bows and all other supplies will be provided by the Park District.  Archery supplies are cosponsored by the ODNR Division of Wildlife in cooperation with the US Fish and Wildlife Service and the …

Beginning Archery Program

Evans Archery Range 1376 N St Marys Road, Spencerville, OH

Participants age 9 through adult will meet with certified archery staff to assist beginning archers on the fundamentals of archery.  Mathews Genesis bows and all other supplies will be provided by the Park District.  Archery supplies are cosponsored by the ODNR Division of Wildlife in cooperation with the US Fish and Wildlife Service and the …

Summer Stroll

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

Come explore the first JAMPD park! 50 years ago McLean Teddy Bear Park was the first property in Allen County to become part of the Park District. Plan on a 1-1.5-hour hike, be prepared for the weather and ground conditions. Register by July 15.

Mr. Puppet

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

A perennial favorite, Mr. Puppet is back and ready to entertain us with his cast of puppet characters.  In the entertainment business since 1996, Mr Puppet has honed his comedic timing and ability to relate to children and adults all in the same show.

Imaginature Playgroup

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

Come play with us at the Hermon Woodlands Imaginature Playscape! Join a naturalist at the West Shelter for a mini-program, then spend the rest of the time playing and exploring in the Playscape and creek. Feel free to pack a picnic lunch. Caregivers might want to pack extra shoes and/or clothes for the ride home! …

Imaginature Playgroup

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

Come play with us at the Hermon Woodlands Imaginature Playscape! Join a naturalist at the West Shelter for a mini-program, then spend the rest of the time playing and exploring in the Playscape and creek. Feel free to pack a picnic lunch. Caregivers might want to pack extra shoes and/or clothes for the ride home! …

Contemporary Gospel by Ashton Crook

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

Local budding gospel musician-singer-songwriter, Ashton Crook will perform his own songs and renditions of standard gospel songs in a keyboard driven performance. Join us for a deeply meaningful evening under the summer sky.  

Go Outside and Play! (Picnic, Mud)

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

Pack a picnic lunch and join us for this month’s “Picnic & Mud” program. After our picnic we will have fun playing with mud!  Dress to be outdoors. See the article on page 10. Register by July 22.  

Recurring

MetroPark Discovers – Bugs Galore! Day Camp (Ages 7-9)

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

Bugs! Not just the crawly, squirmy kinds, but bugs that swim, fly, burrow, jump, and more! Youth ages 7 through 9 years old will learn about bugs of the land, water, and air. Hikes throughout the park will be included.  Be prepared for the weather and wear shoes to potentially get muddy!  Please bring a …

Traditional Irish Music by Toraigh

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

Join us for a wee bit of traditional Irish music, played by seasoned professionals. Toraigh's repertoire draws on much of the century-old traditional dance music and ballads of Ireland and Scotland and other Gaelic lands. You won’t be able to resist the urge to clap your hands along with the playful sounds of the traditional instruments.

Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District