You say there’s nothing to do in this county? Well, sit right down, kiddos, and let us point out some of the best things happening in Crawford County this month.
Community Care March
This year marks the fifth annual Community Care March and, having made the rounds at Galion, Crestline, and New Washington, it returns to Bucyrus on Nov. 7. The march is the community’s way to show support and join in the fight against drugs. The march begins at 9 a.m. at the Bucyrus Community Hospital parking lot and will proceed to Good Hope Lutheran Church on West Charles Street. Special guest speakers include Bucyrus Mayor Jeff Reser; Jody 
Demo-Hodgins, Executive Director of Crawford-Marion ADAMH Board; Crawford County Sheriff Scott Kent; and the police chiefs from Bucyrus, Galion, Crestline, and New Washington.
“I covered the Community Care March in its inaugural year in Bucyrus. One the most amazing moments was seeing hundreds of people streaming down the hill on North Sandusky Avenue as they walked toward the courthouse. All of these people came together to fight against the drug epidemic that hit our community. It would be wonderful to see that many people stand up again and say, ‘Not in our county.’” – Krystal
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Football Playoff Games
There’s just something about a high school playoff game: the possibility of home field 
advantage, the come-from-behind wins, the fans’ anticipation, the freezing-your-fingers-and-toes-off-but-you-still-won’t-leave-until-the-clock-says-zero feeling, and, yes even the heartbreaking losses.
High school football playoffs begin Nov. 6. Right now, Wynford and Colonel Crawford have already clinched spots and will play on Saturday, Nov. 7. Galion and Buckeye Central may have a chance, and if they do get in they’ll play on Friday night.
EDIT: Wynford, Colonel Crawford, and Galion will be moving on to the playoffs. Galion will travel to Edison on Friday for a 7:30 p.m. game start. Wynford plays at home against Delta at 7 p.m. on Saturday. Colonel Crawford will also be at home, same time and date, versus Ayersville. All three games will be on either WQEL 92.7FM or wqel.com. Also expect photo galleries from each game.
2014 PLAYOFF GAME PHOTOS: Wynford vs Tinora | Wynford vs Van Buren | Galion vs Triway | Wynford vs Delphos Jefferson
4-H Forever in Crawford County
4-H plays a big part in our agricultural community and oftentimes the kids come from all walks of life. This is a chance for the community to come out in support of an organization that gives members the skills to achieve great things in life.
The annual dinner and auction is held to support the local 4-H programs. Seventy-five percent of the proceeds goes toward the programming while the final 25 percent goes into the Crawford County 4-H Scholarship Fund.
The online auction started in October. Those items can be found on 4-H Forever in Crawford County’s Facebook page and can be picked up at the live event.
This event is open to the public. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 8 at the Crawford County Fairgrounds Youth Building. The dinner – catered by Carle’s Bratwurst – starts at 12:30 p.m. with a meal of oven roasted chicken and pulled pork, sides, and Troyer’s pie. The afternoon also includes a silent and live auction and a 50/50 drawing.
Nature Hike
The Crawford Park District always has events going on at all their parks but this one may be an area that locals don’t always think about as they drive by. Daughmer Savannah is located at 786 Marion-Melmore Rd. and was purchased by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources in 2011. It is the largest and best preserved remnant of the unplowed, deep soil prairies and savannahs that were once present in the easternmost part of America’s prairie. The Sandusky
Plains once covered 192,000 acres across Crawford, Wyandot, and Marion counties but have been reduced to less than 75 acres.
Daughmer puts on a colorful show in November with its prairie grass and the last of the insects are active. The open country birds find plenty of food during this season.
Hikers should meet CPD Naturalist Warren Uxley at the Daughmer parking lot at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 8.
To find out more about the Daughmer Prairie Savannah Nature Preserve, visit the Crawford Park District’s website.
“Crawford Park district always put on educational events with a pinch of fun. Outdoor enthusiasts should attend this nature hike as it could provide one of the last glimpses of autumnal foliage in the area.” – Bob Strohm
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Veterans Hall of Fame Induction
The Crawford County Veterans Hall ofFame induction will be taking place at 
Bucyrus High School this year on Nov. 11. The ceremonies will kick off at 7 p.m. Five veterans will be inducted along with a veteran who received the Congressional Medal of Honor during the Civil War. Biographies on the inductees will be forthcoming.
“This should be something everyone in Crawford County attends at least one time to make a special effort to thank those who have served on our behalf.” – Gary
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Midwest Dueling Pianos
With all the fundraising efforts going on, sometimes it’s easy for a good to cause to get lost in the shuffle. A night of dueling pianos, however, is something that is hard to forget.
Orchard Park Assisted Living and HomeCare Matters Home Health and Hospice are bringing the Midwest Dueling Pianos to Bucyrus in support of the Alzheimer’s Association and HomeCare Matters Hospice. Midwest Dueling Pianos is a music and comedy dueling piano performance that engages audiences by making them the stars of the show.
Tickets do need to be purchased for this event but the price does include a dinner buffet. The benefit night will take place on Nov. 13 at the Bucyrus Elks Lodge #156. The buffet will starts at 6:30 p.m. and Midwest Dueling Pianos will take the stage at 8. For more information call 419-468-7985, 1-800-4-Nurses, or visit www.homecarematters.org.
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Holiday Craft Show and Silent Auction
Start your Christmas shopping early! The 2015 Holiday Craft Show and Silent Auction will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14 at Wayside Christian School. There will also be a bake sale to raise money for the senior class trip.
Chilly Chili Cook-off
The leaves are falling, the weather is getting cooler, and you’re having to pull out your fall jacket and maybe even a pair of gloves. Guess that means it’s time for chili!
The Positive Seekers, who have been very active in providing family-friendly events for the community this past year, will be hosting its second annual Chilly Chili Cook-off from 1 – 4 p.m. on Nov. 14 in the cafeteria of the Bucyrus Community Hospital.
Local businesses and organizations can challenge each other to a chili cook-off with the public as the official judges. There is a $10 entry fee for each challenger.
Anyone interested in joining the cook-off or challenging someone can contact Joe Graham at 419-569-4177 or Carolyn Shireman at 419-689-2761.
‘A Barrel Full of Pennies’
The Galion Community Theatre will be presenting A Barrel Full of Pennies. Adonis Samaritan is a cab driver and a lover of mankind, including a variety of rescued animals, much to the despair of his daughter Alicia, who is embarrassed at the thought of inviting her elegant boyfriend, Milton, to dinner. The best of intentions by Adonis and his wife Mina still lead them on a hilarious series of events.
The cast will feature Mike Schaffner, Mary Kingseed, Savanna Peoples, Eric Palmer, Denny Easterday, and Sandy Hoffer. The play will be directed by Nancy Herman. Show dates are Nov. 13, 14, 20, 21, and 22.
Bucyrus Santa Parade
Yes, Santa Claus does take time off his busy holiday schedule to stop by Bucyrus. The Santa Parade will take
place at 6 p.m. on Nov. 20. Line-up starts at 4:45 p.m. Carolyn Ann Smith – who always puts on an excellent parade each year – is still accepting parade entries. (People started contacting her at the end of the summer to be in the parade!) Interested parties can contact Smith at 419-562-6159 to be in the parade.
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High School Basketball
The end of November means the beginning of basketball season. The 
high school girls basketball season starts Nov. 20 for most teams and the boys’ season (barring any deep playoff runs in football) begins the last weekend in November.
Don’t forget, Crawford County Now will have photo galleries from games – both boys and girls – on Friday nights throughout the season.
Check out past basketball photo galleries here.