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Coming soon to Auglaize & Mercer Counties:May Events Information Update! Mercer County is getting ready for the upcoming running season and Mercer Health is proud to be a part of it! Every 5K race in Mercer County is included in this year’s Mercer Health 5K Challenge. A web site about all of the races can be found at www.mercerhealth5kchallenge.com Here you’ll find registration sheets, updated information about the Mercer Health 5K Challenge and an ongoing listing of the standings as the season progresses. In addition, the economic impact of these races on the communities throughout the county is pretty impressive. A mailing to over 1400 participants from last year’s races has just gone out. Organizers are hoping to increase these numbers this year. For more information about the Mercer Health 5K Challenge, visit the web site or contact Steve Schmidt at 419-586-6555.
May 1 State of the City/State of the Schools Luncheon. On May 1 the Wapakoneta Chamber will hold its annual State of the City/State of the Schools Luncheon. The luncheon has been very popular with Chamber members as it provides an opportunity to hear firsthand reports on the city and schools. Mayor Rodney Metz and Superintendent Keith Horner have agreed to participate. Sponsorship opportunity: Each sponsor will receive logo placement on our fliers and privilege to hang its banner behind the speakers podium. A sponsorship is $100. Maximum of two sponsors will be accepted or one sponsor at $200. If interested, reply to this e-mail or give Dan a call at 419-738-2911 by Friday, April 4. Thank you and please mark your calendar for this event. WAPAKONETA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE "State of the City/State of the Schools" LuncheonThursday, May 1, 2008 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Wapakoneta VFWLunch will be provided for $10.00 per person Reservations by Wednesday please! Call the Chamber office at 419-738-2911 Featured Speakers:Mayor Rodney Metz City of Wapakoneta Superintendent Keith Horner Wapakoneta City Schools.
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May 3 LIVE BULL RIDING The Mack Arena west of Celina on ST RT 29 is host to live bull riding every Saturday night inside a heated arena , bleacher seating, concessions, coolers welcome, no glass, starting at 7:30pm bull riding ends May 31st. BLUE GRASS IN THE CORNFIELD INDOORS Famous Old Time Music Company presents Bluegrass in the Cornfields indoors at 20322 US 33 in Wapakoneta. Shows start at 3:00pm for more information call 419-568-1220 or visit www.fotmc.com
KIDS ART DAY Children join us on May 3rd from 12-4pm the kids Art Day will be held at the WSU Lake Campus. Come for a delightful day of making pottery, face painting, and discovering the world of art first hand. For more information call 419-586-0360 or visit www.lakeccac.com
May 4 30TH ANNUAL MOON CITY AUTO PARTS SWAP MEET 2008 The Auglaize County Fair Ground in Wapakoneta, OH will host their 100% automotive 30th annual Swap meet on May 4th 2008. Kids 12 and under are free general admission is $5.00 8:00am to 4:00pm. There will also be food & refreshments for sale. For more info contact Bill Lininger, Jr. 419-394-6484.
Strolling Through the Bluegrass w/ Vernon and Kitty McIntyre Enjoy some bluegrass music, some of stories, and try out all the bluegrass instruments yourself. Strolling Through the Bluegrass w/ Vernon and Kitty McIntyre 2p-3 Allen County Museum, 620 W Market St Lima, OH For more information call419-222-9426
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May 9 "SPRING FLING" Grand Lake St. Marys State Park Campground will be hosting there annual “Spring Fling”. You will enjoy camping, movies & popcorn, a surprise for Mother’s Day plus a children’s fishing derby on Saturday morning are just a few of the fun activities planed. For more info contact the state park office at 419-394-2774.
CAMP & CARE WITH US MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND KOA Campground in Wapakoneta will host a Mother’s Day Campout May 9-10. Come Camp & Care with Us Weekend & Mother’s Day! Click here to make your reservations http://koa.com/where/oh/35108/ccwu/ Reserve Friday night and get Saturday night free. Our Heated Pool Opens! Enjoy a free continental breakfast on Sunday!
May 10 "SPRING FLING" Grand Lake St. Marys State Park Campground will be hosting there annual “Spring Fling”. You will enjoy camping, movies & popcorn, a surprise for Mother’s Day plus a children’s fishing derby on Saturday morning are just a few of the fun activities planed. For more info contact the state park office at 419-394-2774. OPEN AIR DANCE The Burkettsville Park Improvement will host an Open Air Dance at the park on May 10th 2008 from 8:30pm -12:30am with special live entertainment Freerider for more information contact Rita Siefring at 419-375-4253. LIVE BULL RIDING The Mack Arena west of Celina on ST RT 29 is host to live bull riding every Saturday night inside a heated arena , bleacher seating, concessions, coolers welcome, no glass, starting at 7:30pm bull riding ends May 31st. CAMP & CARE WITH US MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND KOA Campground in Wapakoneta will host a Mother’s Day Campout May 9-10. Come Camp & Care with Us Weekend & Mother’s Day! Click here to make your reservations http://koa.com/where/oh/35108/ccwu/ Reserve Friday night and get Saturday night free. Our Heated Pool Opens! Enjoy a free continental breakfast on Sunday!
May 11 "SPRING FLING" Grand Lake St. Marys State Park Campground will be hosting there annual “Spring Fling”. You will enjoy camping, movies & popcorn, a surprise for Mother’s Day plus a children’s fishing derby on Saturday morning are just a few of the fun activities planed. For more info contact the state park office at 419-394-2774. May 12 FREE LECTURE BY NOVILIST JIM BAUMGARDNER The author of the Sarah series will speak about of his works of historical fiction set in our very own Wapakoneta in the years of 1858-60. Lecture will start at 6:oopm at the Augliaze County Library.
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May 15 Tom Crouch to celebrate the opening of Heroes in the Sky Lecture by Tom Crouch to celebrate the opening of Heroes in the Sky will be given at the Armstrong Air & Space Museum on May 15th at 7:00pm. A Native of Dayton, Crouch is Senior Curator of Aeronautics of the National Air in Space Museum for the Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C. A prolific writer Crouch is the author of First Flight: The Wright Brothers and the Invention of the Airplane.
May 16 Heroes of the Sky, Adventures in early Flight 1903-1939 Heroes of the Sky, Adventures in early Flight 1903-1939 exhibit will be in Wapakoneta at the Wapakoneta Chamber of Commerce May 16-August 15, and will be free of charge. May 17 RIBFEST 2008 The Mercer County Fair Grounds & the Grand Lake Mariners will host the 2nd annual Ribfest on Sat May 17th at the Mercer County Fair Grounds. The Rib fest will feature ribs from several different vendors, as well as other food & beer. There will be live entertainment and a 5k run.
LIVE BULL RIDING The Mack Arena west of Celina on ST RT 29 is host to live bull riding every Saturday night inside a heated arena , bleacher seating, concessions, coolers welcome, no glass, starting at 7:30pm bull riding ends May 31st. May 18 Godspell – is a musical based on the Gospel according to St. Matthew. Genesis, Matthew and Luke to be more specific. From the moment the audience hears the voice crying out from the wilderness to Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord – the Praise and Worship service begins as the Parables we have learned from childhood are reveled, explained, and accepted. The reenactment of the Last Supper and Crucifixion are considered some of the most touching moments delivered through musical theatre. Led by Stephen Swartz’ incredible songs; Day By Day is probably the hit best remembered from the show which first premiered in 1971. It’s another telling of the Greatest Story Ever Told – presented this July 18, 19, 25 &26th by the Young Actors of Grand Lake Theatrix. Auditions are May 18th, at 105 West Spring Street at 3pm; tickets go on sale the same day and are $12.00 each. The performances include a hor'd'ourves buffet at intermission. For more information, call 419-953-7612, or visit www.grandlaketheatrix.com
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May 20 "Wapakoneta and Ohio History and Celebration through Music,” by Hank Arbaugh, Musical Presentation, “Wapakoneta and Ohio History and Celebration through Music,” by Hank Arbaugh, This event will be held at St. Paul United Church of Christ at 7:30pm, FREE Professional musician Hank Arbaugh comes to us from Columbus. He will tell the story of Wapakoneta and Ohio through traditional and popular music from history. This event is sponsored by Downtown Wapakoneta Partnership and supported by the Ohio Humanities Council.
May 21 “Research Findings of Grand Lake St. Marys” Dr. Bob Hiskey will discuss “Research Findings of Grand Lake St. Marys” on May 21st at 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. which will be held in the Lake Campus, Auditorium The seminar, which features Lake Campus faculty and runs once per month throughout the academic year, allows for faculty and staff to share ideas and discuss their research on a wide array of subject matter. Contact Dr. Bob Hiskey, associate professor of biological sciences/419-586-0310 for more info or email Bob.Hiskey@wright.edu
May 22 May 23 PARTY IN THE PARKWAY 2008 Free Outdoor concerts in Downtown Wapakoneta From 6-9pm Backseat Driver will perform Classic Rock
May 24 LIVE BULL RIDING The Mack Arena west of Celina on ST RT 29 is host to live bull riding every Saturday night inside a heated arena , bleacher seating, concessions, coolers welcome, no glass, starting at 7:30pm bull riding ends May 31st. May 25 May 26 May 27
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May 29 May 30 May 31 "Bock to Rock” Another festival is brewing on the horizon after Minster Civic Association representatives received the official go-ahead to host a beer-tasting event featuring 75 different varieties on tap.
COLDWATER K OF C PICNIC The annual K of C Picnic will be held on the Holy Trinity Parish grounds May 31st –June 1st. There will be great food, games, and fun family entertainment. Bingo will be held in the air conditioned church basement. Live entertainment Sat and Sun evenings. Squeezebox polka band from 6-10 on Sunday. For more info contact Dave Hemmelgarn at 419-678-4084 or email cindyhemmelgarn@hotmail.com
LIVE BULL RIDING The Mack Arena west of Celina on ST RT 29 is host to live bull riding every Saturday night inside a heated arena , bleacher seating, concessions, coolers welcome, no glass, starting at 7:30pm bull riding ends May 31st. Celina Summer Challenge Radio Control Hydroplane Boat Racing- May 31 & June 1, 200 Over 80 hydroplane teams are expected to race 150 boats in 20 classes, on the Eastview Park Pond, at speeds up to 100 miles per hour. Action begins a 8:00 A.M. both days. Heat racing will continue to 5:30 P.M on Saturday and 2:00 P.M on Sunday. The race course is located east of Celina on St. Rt. 29 next to the Walmart complex. This is the 17th year for this to be held in Celina. This event is sanctioned by the International Model Power Boat Association and will attract teams from across the United States and Canada. Admission is free, food beverages are available. Great Entertainment for the entire family Contact: Tom Saddler, 419-305-4281
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