Okay, so we started May off on a rainy note, but it can only go up from here, right? Say it with us: RIGHT! You know why? Because there’s a whole lot of awesome going on in Crawford County this month.
Farmers Market
It’s farmers market season and Crestline is kicking it off. The Crestline Farmers Market takes place from 3-6 p.m. beginning May 2 and running every Tuesday through the end of October. Make sure to stop by 202 N. Thoman St. to pick up some local goodness.
The Bucyrus Farmers Market opens May 6 and runs every Saturday through October 28. Each one will take place from 8:30 a.m. to noon at 1695 E. Mansfield St., across from Auto Zone.
Right now it looks like there will be no NorthSide Farmers Market in Galion, but if that changes we’ll let you know.
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Avita Health Foundation’s 4th Annual Dames and Dolls ‘Country Garden Party’
The Avita Health Foundation has two big fundraisers for the ladies every year and, since it’s springtime, that means it’s time for the Bucyrus arm of the foundation to hold its annual Dames and Dolls event. The theme this year is “Country Garden Party” so get your inner southern belle on, ladies. Back by popular deman is “A Night at the Races” where party-goers place their wagers on horses to win cash. Get ready for a delectable country fare, raffles, and contests.
All proceeds benefit the Avita Health Foundation and women’s health services. In the past the Dames and Dolls events have raised money for the maternity renovation, mammography pads, and lymphedema bandaging kits.
The Dames and Dolls event will take place from 5:30-9 p.m. on May 4 at The Loft at Pickwick Place, 1875 N. Sandusky Ave., Bucyrus. For more information contact Patti Scott at Avita Health Foundation at 419-462-4616, pscott@avitahs.org, or www.avitahs.org.
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Spring Fling Craft Show
BORN is hosting its third annual Spring Fling Vendor and Craft Show from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 6 at Bucyrus Nazarene Church (2165 Ohio 4, Bucyrus). The event does have free admission and door prizes will be given out every hour.
BORN’s 2017 goal is to serve 500 families by encouraging, empowering, and engaging in their lives. For more information on the event or BORN visit www.bucyrusborn.com, email bucyrusboarn@gmail.com, or call Lisa Whited at 419-557-4550.
Puttin’ on the Dog
Are you looking for a charity auction that benefits our local animals? Well, you’re in luck because the Humane Society Serving Crawford County is bringing Puttin’ on the Dog back for its ninth year!
There is a $10 admission, but you’ll get dinner, raffles, and games starting at 6 p.m. and a live auction at 7:30 p.m. Why should you spend $10 on this? Well, because we’re helping out our four-legged friends, duh. If you need something else to sweeten the pot, auction items include Columbus Zoo VIP passes, 10 passes to Splatter Park, two VP passes to African Safari Wildlife Park, three pairs of Cleveland Indians tickets, four Park Hopper Disney passes, and more.
Pre-sale tickets are available so drop by the Humane Society or hit up a Humane Society board member.
Puttin’ on the Dog will take place from 6 – 10 p.m. on May 5 at Dillinger’s Event Center, 144 Washington Square, Bucyrus. For more information, call 419-562-9149.
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HomeCare Matters Celebrity Waiter Dinner and Auction
You know one of the main reasons you go to this is to have your local celebrity buddy serve you, right? Admit it.
If you’ve never been, local celebrities are you waiter for the night, helping to serve your food and bring your drinks. Aside from being an entertaining night, the Celebrity Waiter Dinner and Auction uses proceeds to help with HomeCare Matters patients who need financial assistance with needed medication, equipment, grief support, and any other services not covered by insurance. All contributions are tax deductible.
Tickets can be purchased for $20 by calling 1-800-4NURSES. The Celebrity Waiter Dinner and Auction starts at 6:30 p.m. on May 12 at Trillium Event Center, 1630 E. Southern Ave., Bucyrus.
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‘The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee’
Are you ready to get a-spellin’? Luckily none of us have to actually participate in the spelling bee – we’re leaving it up to the actors.
The Bucyrus Little Theatre is putting on ‘The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,’ a one-act musical comedy being directed by Jason Chandler. Six tweens are vying for the spelling championship of their lifetime and are telling stories from their home life along the way.
Shows will take place at 7:30 p.m. on May 12, 13, 19, and 20, and at 2:30 p.m. on May 14 and 21.
Crestline Sports Hall of Fame
Crestline fans, get ready to throw a big party for the latest inductees into the Crestline Sports Hall of Fame. The Class of 2017 will feature Robbie Beck, Joe O’Heron, Natalie Ronk, Rachel Sayre, Stacie Shumate, Tom Stewart, Don Winemiller, and the 1959 football team.
The induction ceremony will take place at 5 p.m. on May 13 at the St. Joseph Convocation Center, 319 N. Thoman St. The event begins with a social hour followed by dinner and the ceremony. Tickets are on sale for $20 at the Crestline Advocate and the Crestline High School office.
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Annual Walk for Suicide Prevention (Into the Light)
The Annual Walk for Suicide Prevention, previously known as the Into the Light Walk, will take place on May 13 at Aumiller Park in Bucyrus. Registration for the event will take place from 10-10:30 a.m. at the Aumiller Park Pavilion and the three-mile walk will start immediately following. Registration fees are $20 on the day of the walk.
The Crawford County Suicide Prevention Coalition encourages walkers to collect pledges to support suicide prevention efforts in the community. A free lunch will be provided after the walk to all who registered.
For more information, contact Ginger Gamble at 419-562-8235 or ggamble@columbus.rr.com.
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Galion Community Foundation Fundraiser
Want to hear some good music and have your money go for a good cause? Then make sure to swing by the Galion Moose Family Center (520 S. Market St., Galion) on May 13 for the Galion Community Foundation Fundraiser. Doors open at 6 p.m.
The 13th annual fundraiser will feature The Crazy Gringos in a special tribute to Steve Erlsten. Admission to the concert is $10 and tickets can be purchased at the door. Food and beverages will be provided by the Moose and will be available for purchase.
Proceeds from the event will benefit local scholarships and charitable organizations.
Galion Big Four Depot Pavilion Grand Opening
If you haven’t heard, there’s going to be a big shindig for the grand opening of the new pavilion at the Galion Big Four Depot (127 N. Washington St., Galion). The Creation at the Station event will be held alongside the grand opening beginning at 8 a.m. on May 20. Artists will be on site creating new pieces and additional artwork will be on display. The afternoon will feature live entertainment, kids activities, a wet paint sale, and an auction.
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Road to ReEntry Resource Fair
Looking to reenter the workforce? You’re in luck because OhioMeansJobs Crawford County and the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections is holding a resource fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 24 at the local OhioMeansJobs Center (225 E. Mary St., Bucyrus). Participants will have the opportunity to speak with representatives from different community groups about jobs, education, transportation, and more.
For more information visit the OhioMeansJobs Crawford County office at 225 E. Mary St., Bucyrus, calling 419-562-8066 #300, or email omjcrawford@gmail.com.