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50th Anniversary Youth Fishing Derby

Ottawa Metro Park Beach 2632 Ada Road, Lima, United States

Join us in celebrating the Park District's 50th Anniversary. The day will begin with a free youth fishing derby. There are 3 age groups for the event and prizes for each group. The grand prize is a life-long fishing license. Age groups: Ages 3-6, Ages 7-11, Ages 12-15. Park at the Amphitheater parking lot and …

50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

Ottawa Metro Park 2632 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United States

  50th Anniversary Celebration flyer (pdf) Help us celebrate 50 years with a day of events, activities and entertainment! 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM          ****YOUTH FISHING DERBY Ottawa Metro Park Swim Lake  (enter from south gate)                                                                                                                                                                       3 Age Groups      * Ages 3-6   * Ages 7-11     * Ages 12-15    …

50th Anniversary Celebration – NASHVILLE CRUSH

Ottawa Metro Park Amphitheater 2632 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United States

With their high-energy, award-winning stage show we’d like to welcome Nashville Crush and their multitudes of fans to the Amphitheater stage. The band is made up of some of the best musicians and vocalists around, Nashville Crush presents a perfect blend of country and rock music.  Bring your lawn chairs for a extended night of …

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MetroPark Discovers – Animal Adaptations Day Camp (Ages 7 – 9)

McLean Teddy Bear Park 2004 N. Dixie Hwy., Lima, OH, United States

Animals have incredible features that help them survive in all sorts of environments and situations. We will have so much fun exploring the adaptations of various live animals and comparing them to our own human adaptations. We will then use our imaginations to create adaptations for our own 3-D creatures. Please bring a sack lunch …

Liam Stolly

Ottawa Metro Park Amphitheater 2632 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United States

The headline should read, “Local Musician Lands in Nashville”. Liam Stolly, an accomplished guitarist, singer, and songwriter grew up in Lima but now calls Nashville home. Playing  country standards from the past decades.  

Summer Stroll

Heritage Park 2092 Reed Road, Lima, OH, United States

Appreciate a mid summer walk in one of the Park District’s first properties – Heritage Park! Plan on a 1-1.5-hour hike, be prepared for the weather and ground conditions. Register by July 1.

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MetroPark Explorers – Nature Heroes Day Camp (Ages 10 to 14)

McLean Teddy Bear Park 2004 N. Dixie Hwy., Lima, OH, United States

You can be a Nature Hero! Together we will learn to explore nature around our homes and be amazed with what we can find! We will spend time learning hands-on what nature needs to survive, and we will use these tools and knowledge to improve the habitat in our yards and watch the beneficial wildlife …

60’s Survivor Band

Ottawa Metro Park Amphitheater 2632 Ada Road, Lima, OH, United States

The boys from the 60’s are back and ready to rock and roll with the Golden Oldies.  Re-learning songs that they played 50 years ago has been quite challenging but these guys are still rockin'. Join us for a rocking and rolling good time!  

1940’s Ice Cream Social At Lauer Farm

Lauer Historical Farm 800 Roush Road, Lima, United States

Travel back in time to the 1940’s and enjoy the simple pleasures of an old-fashioned ice cream social. Try your hand at cranking the ice cream maker and then re-live the anticipation of the delicious result of your efforts. The 1940’s era historic farmhouse will be also open for tours.  Pre-registration requested but not required. …

Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District