Celebrate the birth of our nation with the West Chester Symphony at the annual Ice Cream Social. This special concert will feature patriotic tunes, free ice cream treats, and fun arts & crafts activities for families.
Join us for a walk and discussion through Cahoon Park. Stephanie West leads a foraging walk that highlights what pioneers endured and what they had to search for in the early days of Dover Township.This is a walking tour; be sure to wear appropriate shoes and clothing.The event is free to the public.
The Lima Symphony Orchestra will perform patriotic selections, show tunes, and "Hang On Sloopy," along with an Armed Forces Salute honoring military service members.The 90-minute concert features an intermission and takes place outdoors on the school's east lawn. Attendees should bring lawn chairs. If weather becomes problematic, the event will relocate indoors to Ada High School's gymnasium.Food trucks will be available on-site. The event is offered at no cost to the public.
Join in on the celebration of America250 with a unique and joyful introduction to the world of music for young children.The program provides a captivating and enriching exploration of music designed specifically for young children. Participants will use rhymes, boomwhackers, rhythm sticks, and egg shakers to create beautiful (or chaotic) harmonies and play along to popular patriotic songs in this America250-themed special edition.
Celebrate our country's Independence with patriotic music provided by our own Snarin' Aaron. Get ready for an epic 4th of July with these favorite American classics! The event is free to the public.
The StoryWalk at Goshen Park is changed out every month. The July StoryWalk will feature the book 'The Flag We Love' by Pam Muñoz Ryan. Meet Kelly on Tuesday, June 30 at 6:00 PM to enjoy the story. If unable to attend then, the StoryWalk will be available all month.
A complimentary concert celebrating America's 250th anniversary, featuring the 122nd Army National Guard Band. The program includes patriotic compositions and traditional American music performed outdoors under evening skies.Attendees are encouraged to bring seating and invite family and friends. The City of Powell and Johnson's Real Ice Cream will provide complimentary root beer floats while available.
Upon arrival, guests will hear a presentation about the signers of the Declaration of Independence, then print their own copy on a wooden press as a keepsake, plus experience additional printing activities.
The program aims to foster early literacy through storytelling and interactive activities in a group setting. This session focuses on America's independence celebration and the nation's 250th anniversary, with refreshments provided to participants.
Participants will discover stories of remarkable Ohioans, including the Olympic friendship between Jesse Owens and Luz Long, contributions by Paul Newman and Erma Bombeck, and Dorothy Fuldheim's interview with Adolf Hitler.The program includes a Cleveland-style lunch featuring a classic Polish Boy (grilled kielbasa sausage in a bun, loaded with French fries, sweet BBQ sauce, and creamy coleslaw), mac and cheese, and kolaczkis.Presented by Susan Cannavino with Presentations with Pizzazz.Cost: $15.00
Test your knowledge of American history at this Jeopardy-style trivia event at the Milton-Union Public Library. Arrive as a team or join one at the library for a chance to win prizes and bragging rights. Snacks will be provided. Registration is appreciated; call the library at 937-698-5515.
The event examines how the Great Depression challenged institutional and political norms. It explores differing approaches to addressing the economic crisis and examines the left- and right-wing challenges to the New Deal and the individuals who sought to undermine it.This is the seventh installment in the Great Depression Lecture Series.
