The annual Veterans Appreciation Car Cruise-In will bring classic cars, custom vehicles and community members to Faurot Park on July 4 to celebrate Independence Day while honoring U.S. military veterans.
Lima City Schools continues to serve free hot lunches to children 18 and younger through its summer lunch program at multiple locations across the city. Thursdays are especially popular because Domino's Pizza is on the menu, drawing excitement from children participating in the program.
The Lima Rotary Club and Apollo Career Center students partnered to build a new mini Rotary Pavilion at Lima Noon Optimist Safety City in Faurot Park. The $7,500 project was funded through a Rotary District 6600 grant and donations from Lima Rotary members to enhance Safety City and support youth education.
The City of Lima's Summer Parks Program has begun its eight-week season at Faurot and Robb parks, offering children ages 6 to 12 a summer filled with games, crafts, playground activities and field trips. Organizers say the first day brought excitement as returning participants and newcomers began building friendships and enjoying summer fun.
Lima City Schools has launched its 10-week free summer lunch program, providing hot meals to children ages 1 to 18 at multiple locations throughout the city. School officials hope the program helps families manage rising household costs while ensuring children have access to nutritious meals during summer break.
Lima City Schools has started its summer food program, providing free hot meals to children ages 1 to 18 at several locations throughout the city. School officials say the program is open to all children in the community and encourages families to participate.
The City of Lima is preparing for its Summer Parks Program, offering eight weeks of activities for children ages 6 to 12 at Faurot and Robb parks. Registration begins Saturday, with activities including bowling, skating and swim days at the new Lima aquatic park.
Students from Lima City Schools spent the morning at Faurot Park learning fishing skills through a partnership between Lima Parks and Recreation and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. The program gave children the opportunity to catch fish, learn boating basics and gain hands-on outdoor experience.
The city of Lima honored the memory of Ava Armstead by planting a sycamore tree at Faurot Park during its Arbor Day observance. Family, friends and community members gathered to celebrate her life and lasting impact.
Lima Central Catholic students celebrated Earth Day by volunteering to clean up Faurot Park, collecting trash and debris throughout the area. Organized by the city’s parks department, the effort highlighted students’ commitment to community service and environmental responsibility.