July 5, 2009 - Jane Horton Concert in Aumiller Park - Jane Horton, country gospel/pop singer will perform at 7:00 pm at the Bell Tower at Aumiller Park, Bucyrus, Ohio. Public is requested to provide their own chairs. Cool water will be provided for free by the Salvation Army.
July 5, 2009 - Festival - at Mother of Sorrows Chapel, North Auburn (located 4 miles east of New Washington off of State Route 103 E, at the intersection of N. Auburn Rd. & Young Rd.) BBQ chicken or ham dinners with homemade dressing & pies served from Noon until 6:00 PM. Handicap accessible dining.
July 12, 2009 - John Kennedy Orchestra Concert in Aumiller Park - The John Kennedy Orchestra, big band swing music will perform at 7:00 pm at the Bell Tower at Aumiller Park, Bucyrus, Ohio. Public is requested to provide their own chairs. Cool water will be provided for free by the Salvation Army.
July 17, 2009 - Crusin' with WSSR & Special Wish Foundation - @ Galion's Kentucky Fried Chicken, St. Rt. 598 (in old Pamida parking lot), Galion, Ohio. 5 - 9:30 pm. No registration fee! Awards at 9 pm. For more info contact Dan at 419-468-4277.
July 18-25, 2009 - Crawford County Fair
July 19, 2009 - "The White Lily Gospel Singers" Concert in Aumiller Park - The White Lily Gospel Singers will perform at 7:00 pm at the Bell Tower at Aumiller Park, Bucyrus, Ohio. They are from Ashley and they are a Bucyrus Favorite. Public is requested to provide their own chairs. Cool water will be provided for free by the Salvation Army.
July 26, 2009 - The Marion Concert Band Concert in Aumiller Park - The Marion Concert Band will perform at 7:00 pm at the Bell Tower at Aumiller Park, Bucyrus, Ohio. They will be playing marches, tunes from broadway and again always a draw at this concert series. Public is requested to provide their own chairs. Cool water will be provided for free by the Salvation Army.
August 1-2, 2009 - 40th Anniversary Historical Days/W Ruby Flower Show
August 5, 2009 - National Night Out
August 7, 2009 - BTVB Chicken BBQ
August 7, 8, 9, 2009 - Lincoln Highway Garage Sale
August 8, 2009 - Nevada Cruisers Car Club Car, Bike & Truck Show Mini Swap Meet - Noon to 5 pm at the Nevada Community Park. For more info contact Danny Holdcraft at 740-482-0040
August 4, 2009 - National Night Out
August 6-7-8, 2009 - BTVB ABE DAYS CELEBRATION
August 6-7-8, 2009 - LH Across OH Garage Sale
August 18 & 21, 2009 - BTVB Speakeasy Production
August 20-21-22, 2009 - Bratwurst Festival
August 20-21-22, 2009 - Serenitea @ First Christian Church
August 20-21-22, 2009 - Quilt Show @ Library
August 21, 2009 - Crusin' with WSSR & Special Wish Foundation - @ Galion's Kentucky Fried Chicken, St. Rt. 598 (in old Pamida parking lot), Galion, Ohio. 5 - 9:30 pm. No registration fee! Awards at 9 pm. For more info contact Dan at 419-468-4277.
August 22, 2009 - BEST "WURST" BIKE RIDE
August 22, 2009 - BEST "WURST" BIKE RAFFLE
August 22, 2009 - UCT Corn Roast
August 23, 2009 - St. Bernard's Festival - New Washington
August 29-30, 2009 - BTVB Golf Tournament
September 5, 2009 - HOBO Days @ T&OC
September 13, 2009 - Chatfield Firemen Chicken BBQ
September 18, 2009 - Crusin' with WSSR & Special Wish Foundation - @ Galion's Kentucky Fried Chicken, St. Rt. 598 (in old Pamida parking lot), Galion, Ohio. 5 - 9:30 pm. No registration fee! Awards at 9 pm. For more info contact Dan at 419-468-4277.
September 19, 2009 - Lincoln Highway Pontiac Car Show
September 20, 2009 - Eliminators Car Show - held at McDonald's Restaurant 1660 Marion Road, Bucyrus. 1 - 5 pm
September 26, 2009 - Unger Farm Heritage Day
September 26-27, 2009 - Tarhe AKC Obedience Dog Show
October 17, 2009 - BTVB Speakeasy Dinner Theatre
October 24, 2009 - Mardi Gras Parade
October 25, 2009 - Nazareth Lutheran Spaghetti Dinner
November 7, 2009 - Holy Trinity Calico Craft Show
December 3, 2009 - Candlelight Shopping Downtown Bucyrus
December 3, 2009 - Doll Show at Library
December 6, 2009 - Christkindlemart @ T&OC Train Station
EVENTS
Pre-registration is requested for some programs. Phone the Park District at 419-683-9000 to reserve your space! Youth are welcome to attend with their parents. Most events are free. Donations for programs are appreciated.
Nature Center Hours
Mon. thru Sat. 9AM to 4 PM Sun. Noon to 4 PM
July 11, 2009 - Bug Bonanza - 12 to 3 PM Lowe-Volk Nature Center. Look at bugs. Get brave and hold bugs! Hands on bug displays, bug collections and active learning programs will enthrall kids of all ages. Hold a tarantula, eat a chocolate covered ant or just keep your distance and learn about this buggy world. Step into a "butterfly house." Maybe one will land on your shoulder! Insects, arachnids, millipedes, bring 'em on!
July 11, 2009 - Viewing the Night Sky - 10 PM at Lowe-Volk Park. Join members of the Richland Astronomical Society and CPD volunteers as they share their knowledge and telescope skills with all who are interested in the celestial sights. Note that start times may vary as sunset changes. Bring your own telescope or allow the volunteers to assist you with those provided. It is a spectacular universe!
July 12, 2009 - Daughmer Savannah - 1 PM meet at Lowe-Volk Park. Bur Oak Savannah is one of the world's critically imperiled ecosystems. Luckily, one of the finest examples of this rare habitat is in western Crawford County. Many rare prairie plants can be found there. Meet Warren Uxley at Lowe-Volk Park to car pool.
July 16, 2009 - Nature Story & Craft Hour - 10:00 AM Lowe-Volk Nature Center. "On Beyond Bugs! All About INSECTS" will be the featured book at this summer's Story & Craft Hour. Geared toward grades K-3, children will hear the Dr. Seuss-like rhyming book and then create their own insect in a craft activity. Reservations are requested. (419) 683-9000.
July 19, 2009 - Milkweeds: Ohio Asclepiads-An Overview - 2 PM Lowe-Volk Nature Center. Presenter: Roger Troutman. Many milkweeds are neither milky nor weeds! Join Roger Troutman to discover the importance of this varied group of plants. Roger, of Lexington, is a long time field naturalist and photographer whose specialties include the Asclepiads. In addition to Monarch larvae, the leaves of milkweeds are used as food by the immature young of many other insects. Find out about the poisonous chemical in the leaves of milkweeds and how this affects the food chain! Milkweeds: fascinating, floriferous and food!
July 24, 2009 - Family Tent Camping - 7:30 PM Lowe-Volk Park. Come anytime after 5 PM to pitch your tent around the pond at Lowe-Volk Park. Adults must accompany youth of any age. Registration will begin at 7:30PM with programs starting at 8:00. The registration fee of $3.00 per camper will cover programming and a campfire breakfast (8AM). Bring a treat to share around the campfire, if you wish. Please call the Nature Center (419-683-9000) to reserve your spot. Yard games, fishing, nature hike, campfire stories/songs, and a woodland night hike will be on the schedule.
August 1, 2009 - Secciaum Park: Tellin' Tales on the Road - 2 PM Speece Residence Ed and Dee Ann Speece's, 1727 SR 19 If you have stories to tell, pictures to share, or you just want to learn about the former Secciaum Park then plan to attend this special session of Tellin' Tales. Secciaum Park was Crawford County's very own amusement park from 1899 until 1948. Ed and Dee Ann Speece own the property where the park was located. They have invited us to their picnic shelter on their pond to tell our tales. Special moderator, Eric Honneffer, who researched and authored the book, Jolly Times at Seccaium Park will be on hand to share his insights. Jim Croneis, local historian, will also be present.
August 8, 2009 - Viewing the Night Sky - 10 PM Lowe-Volk Park. Join members of the Richland Astronomical Society and CPD volunteers as they share their knowledge and
telescope skills with all who are interested in the celestial sights. Marcheta Gibson will begin inside with a power point presentation on the Summer Triangle. Note the earlier start time. Bring your own telescope/binoculars or allow the volunteers to assist you with those provided. It is a spectacular universe!
August 12, 2009 - Walk and Woof: The Prairie Tour - 7 PM Unger Park. It is time once again to bring your furry friend and join Josh and Carley as they gallivant the trails of
Unger Park. With the incredible views of a mature prairie as the backdrop, you'll enjoy grasses, forbs, and a walk along the Sandusky River. Grab your leash and your favorite pooch for an enjoyable summer's eve stroll. All ages and breed welcome.
August 15, 2009 - Water Carnival - 11 AM to 3 PM Lowe-Volk Park. Water is a natural resource that we often take for granted. The Water Carnival will give you an opportunity to
focus on the importance of water in an ecosystem and to have a Great Time getting wet during water games! There will be contests, fire trucks and even a bicycle that goes across water! Come ready to learn, to get wet and to have great family fun!
August 21, 2009 - Crickets - 8 PM Lowe-Volk Park. Field Crickets, Tree Crickets, Mole Crickets - August brings with it a rich cacophony of insect sounds. This program will look at the different Cricket groups as well some of the more common species in Crawford County. PowerPoint presentation followed by a walk to listen to these highly vocal insects. Meet Warren Uxley at Lowe-Volk Park.
August 22, 2009 - Brattie Bike Tour - Begins at CC Fairgrounds The Bucyrus Tourism and Visitor's Bureau sponsors the Brattie Bike Tour but our Nature Center is a key rest stop. Registration for the event is at the Crawford County Fairgrounds between 7 and 8 AM. If you are a cyclist, we encourage you to participate!
August 27, 2009 - Monarch Tagging at Unger Park - 1 PM. Join Naturalist Cindy Eusey at Unger Park for a Monarch butterfly tagging program. Learn about the life cycle of the Monarch butterfly, its need for milkweed plants and their amazing migration to Mexico. You will have an opportunity to help Kansas University with Monarch migration and
population research by attempting to capture, tag and release a Monarch butterfly. Nets will be provided. Meet at the Unger Park parking lot on Nevada Road just West of Aumiller Drive.
August 29, 2009 - Hunting Lottery - 10 AM Lowe-Volk. The annual hunting lottery for the Sandusky Wildlife Area and Sears Woods. The lottery drawing along with a mandatory orientation session will be held at the Lowe-Volk Park Nature Center. Permits will be given out for various hunting seasons.
