Events

Bazaar and craft show planned Aug. 3

A few booth spaces remain available for the McGuffey Memory Room bazaar and craft show planned in early August. Persons interested in reserving a booth should contact T.J. Carter in the village office for details at 419-757-2292.

The bazaar and craft show is from  8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 3, in the McGuffey Community Building, 404  Courtright St.

The event will feature area craft vendors, plus some garage sellers will be present. In addition, there will be a bake/food sale as part of the fundraiser.

Former Astronaut Gregory H. Johnson visits Lima July 19

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Neil Armstrong’s first steps on the moon, Mercy Health – St. Rita’s Medical Center is hosting an opportunity for individuals to meet former Astronaut and Col. Gregory H. Johnson.

On Friday, July 19, at 10 a.m., he will be giving a presentation at the St. Rita’s Auxiliary Conference Center. There is no cost to attend and light refreshments will be served. 

The public is invited to a One Stop Shop at The Chicago Room on Saturday, July 20, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Little Chicago Room is located at 13670 S.R. 68, Kenton.

Admission is free and baked goods will be available.

Vendors include:
Damsel in Defense
Color Street
Perfectly Posh
Johnny's Buckeye BBQ
Scentsy
Paparazzi
Pampered Chef
Folly Faces
Stevie Alexis Photography
Two Hearts Designs
Premier Designs
Mary Kay

VFW car and truck cruise and show gets bigger each year

Last summer's Ada VFW cruz-in-Ada attracted owners of over 60 vehicles. This year's show should be just as large if not better, according to Win Hauenstein.

Here's what you need to know:

• Click here for winners from last year's show.

The show is from 1 to 8:30 p.m., Saturday, July 20, on Main Street, Ada. The street will be closed to through traffic during the event.

Registration is $12 and takes place from 2 to 4 p.m. A cruise is from 5 to 7 p.m. Awards are presented at 7:30 p.m.

Members will hear from local Boys and Girls State delegattes

The July meeting of the Foss-Agin-Meyer Post of the American Legion will be held on the third Tuesday, July 16, instead of the 4th.  

The meeting will be held at the VFW Hall north of Ada at 7 p.m.  Besides regular business those attending will hear reports from local Buckeye Boy State and Girls States delegates.

Restore Community Center is hosting a free community meal tonight, Tuesday, July 9, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the store.

The meal will be provided by Centiry 21 Sunway Realty. The meal will be roast pork loin, au gratin potatoes, green beans with bacon and dinner rolls.

The meal is open to the public. The store is located at 210 North Main St. 

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