It was a zoo, latterly, at the opening of the Ada Public Library summer reading program. There were goats and sheep, giant rabbits, a calf, bagpipers, steel band drummers, used books for sale, a fire truck, ambulance, police cars, and more. Here are Ken Collins photos, capturing some of the fun people, of all ages, had on Saturday. Oh, yes, and lots of people signed up for the summer reading program, too.
The Grand Opening of the Ada Dog Park is slated for 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 23. All are invited...dogs, too.
The large 300’x100’ park is part of Ada War Memorial Park. It is located at the end of East Lehr Avenue (turn east at the Church of Christ on Main Street).
The dog park includes a shelter, benches, water availability, an area for large dogs and one for small dogs, all fenced so that dogs can be off-leash for play, exercise, and socialization. More trees will be added later.
COLUMBUS - Ada junior Noah Mattson finished ninth in the shot put at the Div. III state track and field meet at Columbus in the Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium Friday afternoon.
Mattson recorded a best effort of 50-1.75 on his fifth toss Friday in flight two. His first throw went 49-8.25, followed by a foul. On try three, he put the shot 49-6.5.
His fourth effort covered 49-8.25, followed by the 50-1.75 throw. Mattson's sixth and last toss covered 50-1.
What potion is the mad scientist and his cohort cooking up now? If you go to the Ada First United Methodist Church between June 25-29 for Vacation Bible School, you’ll find out.
Dave Lusk and Amy Dennis (pictured) will lead the science portion of VBS for ages 3 to 3rd grade.
The theme this year is “Faith Lab,” which is a science-based program. Students in grades 4-6 will participate in community service projects.
The Monday-Friday VBS runs from 5-7:30 p.m. The church is located at 3O1 N. Main. Registration is available at adaumc.org.
An Aqua Zumba class will be taught at the Ada Pool beginning Saturday. Lynne Scott will lead the class in its fast-paced routine from 12:10 until 12:55 p.m. each Saturday throughout the summer. This year she has added a weekly Wednesday class from 7:10 until 7:55 p.m. Lynne is a certified Aqua Zumba instructor and holds classes on terra firma, as well. There is no need to preregister for Aqua Zumba. The cost is $5 per session. One may join anytime.
