Native American History Canoe Paddle
The Maumee River is a primary life source to communities of the present and past. Join Wood County Parks staff with a special co-leader, community and communications specialist, and Cherokee Nation member Jessie Walton-Summers, on this paddle around the islands. We’ll share the river’s significance to Native Americans who thrived in the area for generations […]
Picnic in the Pasture
It is National Picnic Month! Gather together at Carter Historic Farm for a pack-your-own picnic, a brief tour of the farm, and summer yard games. Please bring your own lunch and picnic blanket.
“Meet the Patriots” at Granville’s Old Colony Burying Ground on July 3rd
Granville’s Old Colony Burying Ground boasts the gravesites of 23 veterans of the American Revolution — probably the third-largest number of all graveyards in Ohio. On July 3rd from 2:00 to 4:30 P.M., visitors to the Old Colony will be able to “meet the Patriots”; as members of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR), […]
Founders Park Grand Opening
In honor of America’s 250th birthday, the Village of West Milton is proud to open a brand new park – and we want YOU to help us celebrate! Join us at 438 S. Miami St. for an evening filled with history, community, and family fun. We’ll kick off the celebration at the new park with […]
Americana 250 Cycling Classic
The Americana 250 Cycling Classic is a vibrant, community-centered event that utilizes the Miami Valley Trail Network- the epicenter of the nation’s largest paved trail system- to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary through outdoor recreation, local history, and regional pride. Event proceeds directly benefit the United Way of the Greater Dayton Area programs and services. A […]
Norwalk Wednesday Night Summer Concert Series
Patriotic music Yard Games Door Prizes Food Trucks (available to make purchases at) Event sponsored by VFW #2743
Norwalk Wednesday Night Summer Concert Series
Patriotic Music Yard Games Door Prizes Food Trucks (available for purchase) This event is free to the public.
Norwalk Wednesday Night Summer Concert Series
Live Music from Firelands Orchestra Kids Activities Door Prizes Food trucks (available to make purchases from) The event is free to the public.
2026 Norwalk National Night Out
Safety demonstrations Activities for kids of ALL ages Community fun Emergency vehicles & first responders Games, entertainment, and more! This aligns with America 250, as Norwalk PD is using it as an opportunity to bring the spotlight on local law enforcement and first responders, and the event will be the biggest one yet to include […]
Fort Meigs Independence Day 1813
July 4, 1813, was a day of festivity at Fort Meigs. Soldiers fired 18 shots from cannons in a National Salute and spent the day celebrating the founding of the nation they were defending. Join us as we recreate Independence Day 1813 with weapons demos, historic music presentations, civilian activities, and the 18 cannon shot […]