Oakwood’s “That Day In May” America 250 Celebration
Oakwood, Ohio’s “That Day in May” community festival celebrates its 51st year on Saturday, May 16, 2026 (always the third Saturday in May). This year’s event aligns with the America 250 Celebration, joining communities across the country in recognizing 250 years of shared history, civic spirit, and the enduring promise of community. The festival continues […]
1776
Enjoy the classic musical about the signing of the Declaration of Independence in the weeks leading up to the grand 250th anniversary! It’s the summer of 1776, and the nation is ready to declare independence… if only our founding fathers can agree to do it! 1776 follows John Adams of Massachusetts, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania, […]
Fishing Derby
Join us for Pyramid Hill’s annual catch-and-release Fishing Derby! Take part in a classic Americana past-time, then get creative with the McCloskey Wonder Works Museum’s hosting of crafts and activities. This event has become a tradition for many families, and a favorite option for bonding with the father figures in your life.
America 250-Ohio & Granville Celebrates America’s Outdoors
America Goes Outdoors with a Special Program by Speaker Jeff Gill (Wandering Storyteller) at Granville’s Opera Park. After the program all are welcome to join Jeff Gill and take a walk to Sugar Loaf Park, location of the Granville 1905 celebration. Granville has a rich history of embracing parks and of tree planting as far […]
Great Ohio Bicycle Adventure
GOBA 2026 to Explore Ohio’s Route 250 Corridor The Great Ohio Bicycle Adventure (GOBA) will roll through north-central Ohio in June 2026, following a new route along the scenic Route 250 corridor. This year’s weeklong tour will bring approximately 1,500 cyclists to four welcoming host communities — Norwalk, Shelby, Wooster, and Ashland — showcasing the […]