Briefs: Crawford County History Alliance to host History Fair on April 23
First-ever History Fair will launch new Summer Passport Program
The Crawford County History Alliance (CCHA) will hold a first-ever History Fair from 1 to 4 p.m. on April 23 at Lowe-Volk Park Nature Center, 2401 Ohio 598, Crestline.
Twelve of Crawford County’s history-oriented museums and organizations will be at the Nature Center to welcome the public to engage in the history they have to offer. Some will be giving out goodies and others will be selling some wares from their collections. Door prizes will be drawn every 15 minutes for those attending. Among the prizes will be eight original signed and numbered Crawford County Bicentennial barn prints, compliments of the Galion-Crestline Chamber of Commerce.
Most importantly, the History Fair will be your chance to begin collecting stamps to complete a new History Passport, which can be done throughout the summer at Crawford County’s historical attractions.
In the fall your completed passport could earn you the grand prize of an original hand-made copper kettle from Bucyrus Copper Kettle Works, or one of many other prizes showcasing Crawford County businesses.
Beginning in late September first-come, first-served “get-acquainted” bus tours are scheduled to depart from Lowe-Volk Park and give everyone the chance to complete all of their passport stamps.
Council on Aging hosting sweet fundraisers in April
The Crawford County Council on Aging has two sweet fundraisers planned in April.
Through April 26, Council on Aging staff will be taking orders for Der Dutchman pies. A variety of pies are for sale, including fruit, no-sugar added, cream and pecan. Most pies are $16.50; pecan pies are $17.50. Proceeds benefit the senior activities program.
Last day for pie orders is April 26. The pies may be picked up between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. May 12 at the Council on Aging, 200 S. Spring St.
The Council on Aging will also have its second annual Easter Bake Sale on Friday. The sale will be open to the public from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the lobby.
On April 11 in Galion and April 12 in Bucyrus, seniors who attend the Council on Aging’s congregate lunch will be invited to stay after lunch for an exclusive dessert buffet. Activities offered in April include chair exercises on Mondays; cardio classes on Fridays; painting class sessions on April 13; movies on April 14, 21 and 28; bingo and ice cream social April 20, sponsored by ProMedica; and gardening April 27. New this month is Premium Movie Monday. Premium movies are free for members. A $4 donation is asked of nonmembers.
Senior activities in Crestline take place Tuesdays at the Crestline Community Center. Upcoming activities include senior social club on April 11; ice cream social and bingo on April 18, sponsored by Devoted Health; and gardening on April 25.
Seniors should register in advance by calling 419-562-3050 option 4.
This article originally appeared on Bucyrus Telegraph-Forum: Crawford County History Alliance to hold first History Fair
