November 24, 2025, Press Release from the Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District:
Here are some of the programs and events being offered by the Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District for the month of December!
CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL
Visit the Park District Tree at the 53rd Annual Christmas Tree Festival, a (free) holiday tradition in Lima at the ALLEN COUNTY MUSEUM (620 W. Market St., Lima, OH).
Enjoy the entertainment and Christmas trees decorated by area organizations while in the museum, visit the MacDonnell House and the 1800’s log home right next door, and don’t forget to visit Evergreen, the Talking Tree!
HOURS TO VISIT:
Wed., Dec. 3rd 10 am - 5 pm
Thurs., Dec. 4th 10 am - 5 pm
Fri., Dec. 5th 10 am - 8 pm
Sat., Dec. 6th 10 am - 5 pm
Sun., Dec. 7th Noon - 5 pm
WEEKLY WALKS
The JOHNNY APPLESEED METROPOLITAN PARK DISTRICT will offer WEEKLY WALKS beginning Wed., Dec. 3rd at HERITAGE PARK – VETERANS SHELTER (2092 Reed Rd. Lima, OH 45804) at 9:00 a.m.
Enjoy the quiet winter mornings while we get in our steps! Join a Naturalist as we walk the trails of Heritage Park. Together we can achieve our fitness goals while also enjoying nature. All ages welcome, and we can set our own pace. Dress for the weather – rain, snow, or shine!
Meet at the Veterans Shelter. Register by Dec. 2 online at www.jampd.com or by calling 419-221-1232.
NATURE PALS: WINTER IN THE WOODS!
THE JOHNNY APPLESEED METROPOLITAN PARK DISTRICT will offer NATURE PALS: WINTER IN WOODS at the MCELROY ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER (2355 Ada Rd., Lima, OH).
Dates and times available:
Thurs., Dec. 4 10:00 a.m. OR 1:00 p.m.
Fri., Dec. 5 10:00 a.m. OR 1:00 p.m.
There is a chill in the air! Children ages 3-5 along with their adult companion are invited to find out who is out and about and who is snoozing the winter away. Bundle up for some winter exploration!
Register by Dec. 2 online at www.jampd.com or by calling 419-221-1232.
