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“It’s basically everything that’s going on in Lima in the ’30s, but also what’s going on around the nation,” said Hannah Bergstedt, Public Engagement and Learning Coordinator at the Lima Public Library. “I think we all know the Great Depression — that’s what the 1930s are known for. But there were other things going on. And actually, Lima did better than a lot of communities during that time because of all of our industry, so we’ll be talking about all of that.”

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The 11-week camp runs from June through August, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Each week features a unique theme with games, crafts, and activities related to it. Participants also receive daily gym and pool time, and lunches are provided through the Lima City Schools Summer Lunch Program. The camp is open to children ages 6 to 12.

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It comes once a year, and hundreds come out in support. The St. Rita's Holiday Street Fair is the biggest fundraiser that the Mercy Health-St. Rita's Auxiliary holds. Volunteers spend hours creating hundreds of holiday decorations. There is also a basket raffle of a variety of items donated by the medical center's departments.  All monies raised go towards the organization's pledge, and organizers say it is a great fundraiser.

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For nearly 50 years, the St. Rita's Auxiliary and volunteers have been helping people out during the Christmas season as they raise money to help the medical center. This Thursday, December 4, 2024, they will be holding their annual Holiday Street Fair. There will be homemade crafts and decorations, dog treats, and items for sale. There is also a cookie walk and a country kitchen to stock up on holiday sweets. Plus, they will have a veterans' table for people to get information. 

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It has become a holiday tradition in the Lima area. The South Side Christian Church's "Holiday Treasures" bazaar is at the end of this week. Members of the Disciple's women's group at the church work all year crafting and creating. The bazaar dates back to the 1950s, raising money for local non-profits, and it also provides fellowship for those who work on the sale. Members say they are blessed to be able to help others with the sale.

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November 1, 2024, Press Release from Lima Memorial Health System: The Lima Memorial Auxiliary invites the community to kick off the holiday season at its annual Holiday Bazaar and Gift Shop Open House on Friday, November 8. The event will take place in the Lima Memorial Welcome Center, which will be transformed into a festive holiday shopping destination in support of the Lima Memorial Auxiliary.