Now in its seventh year, the Howl’oween Trick or Trot offers participants the chance to run or walk in either a 5K or a one-mile fun run. Pet lovers can also get involved by submitting a photo of their costumed companion in the annual Virtual Pet Contest.
The club has offered the clinic for more than 40 years. The five-week, 10-session program pairs families with a licensed speech-language pathologist to help children maintain progress in their therapy during the summer break. Sessions are held at two locations — one in Lima and one in Delphos.
The Pride Picnic featured food, games, and speakers who shared personal stories. Organizers said the goal was to create a safe, welcoming space, especially at a time when members of the LGBTQ+ community are feeling under attack.
For many, it was also an introduction to 4-H — a youth development program that focuses on building life skills through hands-on experiences. The name 4-H stands for Head, Heart, Hands, and Health.
Around 80 vehicles rolled into the park for the annual Veterans Appreciation Car Cruise-in. Classic cars, tricked-out trucks, and a few patriotic paint jobs were all on display for the crowd.
Faurot Park was the destination for the second-annual 4th of July Round-Net Tournament.
For the past decade, the annual Fishing Derby has been a staple of the Star Spangled Spectacular, giving families a chance to learn basic angling skills like tying knots, baiting hooks, and removing fish from their lines.
Entertainment continues into the evening, with the Lima Area Concert Band performing at 8 p.m. in the Bowl at Faurot Park. The concert leads up to the region’s largest fireworks display, which will light up the sky at 10 p.m.
LIMA, Ohio (WLIO) - Summer is here, and that means Concerts in the Park are back for another year.
Friday marks the first day of summer, and with temperatures heating up, many people took the opportunity to soak up some sunshine. Faurot Park was a popular destination, especially the splash pad, where area kids stayed cool in the heat.