Flower Arrangement Workshop
America 250 Goes to the Fair: Flower Arrangement Works. Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a creative, hands-on flower arranging workshop inspired by the beauty of county fairs, cottage gardens, and summer bloom. Join us at Cherry City Honey as we create a charming floral arrangement using fresh, seasonal flowers. Whether you’re a beginner or have […]
Ohio Writing Project: Writing Kettering Independence Writing Workshop with Special Commemorative Letterpress Printing
The Ohio Writing Project will be leading a special writing experience celebrating the places, memories, and stories that make Kettering unique. Led by Beth Rimer, Co-Director of Miami University’s Ohio Writing Project, and local K-12 teachers, participants will begin with the prompt, “Kettering is…” As a group, participants will travel through the adjoining Indian Riffle […]
Keynote “America at 250 – The Nation, The Founding, and The Ohio State University” by Prof. Christopher Nichols at the OSURA: 2026 Annual Conference
Keynote address 9:00AM September 23, 2026: “America at 250 – The Nation, The Founding, and The Ohio State University” Christopher Nichols, the Wayne Woodrow Hayes Chair in National Security Studies and professor of history. In 2026, Professor Nichols serves as Faculty Chair and overall co-chair for Ohio State’s initiative for America 250, a series of […]
Decoupage Workshop
The North Ridgeville Arts Council will host a free, hands-on workshop for school-aged children on Friday, May 29, at the North Ridgeville Branch Library. Participants will create an America-themed decoupage project while exploring creativity and celebrating our nation’s history. This workshop provides a fun and engaging way for young residents to take part in America […]
Bay Village Historical Society: Captain Wolf of the Delaware
Living history reenactor John Burke presents the history of Native Americans in Northwestern Ohio. John has a long history of reenacting vital parts of Ohio history. THIS EVENT WILL BE OUTSIDE – PLEASE BRING CHAIRS AND BLANKETS. (In case of inclement weather, the event will be relocated to the Bay Village Library, 27400 Wolf Road) […]
Preserving Your Family History
Discover how to safeguard your most treasured memories with guidance from the Archives team at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens. This informative and engaging program will walk you through best practices for preserving photographs, scrapbooks, letters, and more—helping ensure your family’s stories last for generations. This program also connects to Stan Hywet’s America 250 exhibition, […]
Tallow Salve Workshop
Tallow Salve Workshop June 20 | 10:00 AM 📍 Cherry City Honey – Honeycomb Classroom Step back in time and discover a tradition that connects us to America’s roots. As we celebrate America 250, we’re bringing back one of the original forms of natural skincare—tallow salve. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how early Americans […]
Share Your Story Community Tapestry – An event that invites the community to reflect, connect, and create together.
Share Your Story Community Tapestry – An event that invites the community to reflect, connect, and create together. In celebration of America250 Arts, Culture & Literature, guests will be guided through a thoughtful storytelling experience, sharing personal memories and what the community means to them. During the event, participants will also take part in a […]
Bridging the Divide: History and Civic Conversation
Join PBS Western Reserve, the Braver Angels, and the Cuyahoga County Public Library for a special program that explores history, civic dialogue, and how we engage with one another across political differences. The event will begin with a preview screening of Ken Burns’ newest film, The American Revolution. Following the screening, participants will take part […]
Design 101: Front Yard Gardens
Why should the backyard have all the fun? In this hands-on workshop, we’ll craft a design to transform the most visible part of your home into a vibrant, welcoming garden retreat. Learn how to create eye-catching plant combinations using classic plants while dialing up the excitement with accents of topicals, vegetables, and herbs. We’ll explore […]