Each Saturday the Ohio Bird Sanctuary offers free "Nature Encounters".  Come enjoy a short presentation by one of the volunteers or staff starring one of the resident birds that have come to the sanctuary and could not be released back into the wild after rehabilitation.  

You will learn about the species, what they eat, how they hunt, how they live, and their typical activities in the wild.

The Ohio Bird Sanctuary is a 501(3) non-profit organization which is dedicated to the rehabilitation of Ohio's native birds of prey and songbirds, with an emphasis on educating the community about conservation of our natural resources.

The Bird Sanctuary is open to the public and encompasses over 90 acres including; hiking trails, live bird of prey displays, and a walk-through songbird aviary. Visitors can purchase a small cup of meal worms in the Visitor Center and hand feed the aviary residents.
 

Visitor Center, Displays and Trail Open Hours

• Monday - Visitor Center, Displays and Trails closed
• Tuesday through Saturday - 10:00am to 4:00pm
• Sunday - Noon to 4:00pm

 DAILY ADMISSION IS FREE: DONATIONS WELCOMED! 
 

Photo Credit: James Pennington

Altered Eats is excited to announce that they have created a Series of Local Food Dinners and Cooking Classes, as well as a Harvest Celebration, that will take place throughout the summer at the MBA Entrepreneurs' Kitchen! 

ALTERED EATS 2017 COOKING CLASSES:

Each class is $80. 
Class space is limited. Each class will allow for a maximum of 8 students.
Free ticket to Harvest Celebration Dinner on October 21st when you sign up for a class or dinner.
All classes will be held at the Mind Body Align Entrepreneurs' Commercial Kitchen located at 13 Park Ave. West

Friday, June 16th, 7-10pm
Basics of Baking:  Desra Wells from Blackbird Bakery and Anne Massie from Altered Eats will be demonstrating how to bake the perfect cookie as well as a bread making demonstration. Ever wonder why your baked goods aren’t quite right? We will have tips on how to improve your baking! Class includes an array of baked goods for sampling, refreshing herb tea and appetizers. All participants will take home printed recipes as well as receive a follow up email with recipes.
Purchase Tickets Here For Basics of Baking

Saturday, August 26th, 6-9pm
Cooking for Your Health:  Anne Massie of Altered Eats and Nicholas Copley of Altered Eats and Lionheart Medicinal Gardens will teach a hands on class demonstrating meals that are tasty and good for you!  Anne will demonstrate how to make "protein power bowls" that are easy to put together for a quick dinner as well as the basics behind making a homemade salad dressing. Nick will discuss the role of herbs in health, and demonstrate an in season dish that is wild foraged from our area.  All participants will take home printed recipes.  Samples of the demonstrated items as well as appetizers and iced tea will be served. 
Purchase Tickets Here for Cooking for Your Health

Saturday, October 7th, 7-10pm
The Secrets of Scratch Pie Making:  Desra Wells from the Blackbird Bakery and Anne Massie from Altered Eats will be demonstrating how to bake a pie from scratch.  Desra will show the students how to make the perfect crust, giving you time to practice before the holidays!  Anne will demonstrate how to make delicious Quiche Lorraine.  This class is hands on, participants will learn how to roll their own dough and will take their own personal pie home!  Class includes baked goods for sampling, refreshing herb tea and appetizers. All participants will take home printed recipes.
Purchase Tickets Here for The Secrets of Scratch Pie Making



ALTERED EATS 2017 LOCAL FOOD SERIES DINNERS:

Each dinner is $80
Free ticket to Harvest Celebration Dinner on October 21st when you sign up for a class or dinner.
All dinners will be held at the Mind Body Align Entrepreneurs' Kitchen located at 13 Park Ave West

Anne Massie and Nicholas Copley of Altered Eats will create incredible meals from locally sourced farm-to-table ingredients. Each dinner will highlight a Farmer from Ohio, most ingredients will be sourced directly from the farm. The Chefs will create 4 course sit-down dinners with the farmers, together we will talk about each delicious dish in detail. Each evening will feature a casual appetizer period followed by a sit down dinner. The dinners will be fun, tasty, and a great way to promote the bounty of Ohio! They have partnered with local 501(c)3 nonprofit Mankind Murals Inc, and Green Room Gallery & Events for each dinner.


Saturday, July 15th, 6-9pm
Cassandra Clawson and Jimmy Myers of Front 9 Farm Dinner
Purchase Tickets for Front 9 Farm Dinner


Saturday, July 29th, 6-9pm
Joan and Reed Richmond of Meadow Rise Farm Dinner
Purchase Tickets for Meadow Rise Farm Dinner


Saturday, August 12th, 6-9pm
Cindy and Steve Shasky of Shasky Family Farms Dinner
Purchase Tickets for Shasky Family Farms Dinner


Saturday, September 23rd, 6-9pm
Jon and Autumn Fogle of Blackfork Farm Dinner
Purchase Tickets for Blackfork Farm Dinner



HARVEST CELEBRATION:

Tickets: $30 (Tickets not yet for sale)
Free for participants in the cooking classes and local food dinners, as well as farmers and all volunteers.

Saturday, October 21st, 5-8pm
A celebration of the bounty of the season! A casual evening with locally sourced appetizers and refreshments.





Photo Credit: Staff Photo

Please join us in our fundraising efforts at the First Annual TYger Booster Club Golf Outing!  Still time to sign up! More teams are needed to help support the kids of Mansfield!

This tournament includes 18 holes of golf with a cart, with food at the turn and at the end of the tournament.  We will have door prizes for everyone and the cost for this "day of fun" is only $60 per golfer!  You must have four golfers per team!

1st place wins $300
2nd place wins $200
3rd place wins $100

There will also be prizes for longest drive, longest putt and closest to the pin.  There will be giveaway door prizes, 50/50 raffle and a lot of FUN! 

We look forward to you participating in this outing!!!

You will need a registration form to sign up for the outing. Please contact Stan Gilbert to obtain one if you would like to register to participate in this outing or if you have any questions regarding this outing you can reach Stan Gilbert at 419-632-0792.

All checks should be made payable to: TYger Booster Club

The outing will be held on Saturday, July 29th with a shot-gun start beginning at 9:00am. 

This outing which is sponsored by the TYger Booster Club will be taking place at Oak Tree Golf Club located at 1440 Old Oak Trail in Mansfield. 


 

Photo Credit: John Beasley

*Disregard the deadline date for signups on the photo as there is no deadline to sign up.

The Verizon IndyCar Series headlines the Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio weekend as Ohio native Graham Rahal returns to his home track where he had a memorable 2015 win.

Also included in the weekend is the entire Mazda Road to Indy, which includes Indy Lights Presented by Cooper Tires, Pro Mazda Championship Presented by Cooper Tires and Cooper Tires USF2000 Championship Powered by Mazda.

Pirelli World Challenge, a fan favorite with its intense on-track competition and manufacturer diversity, completes the weekend line-up.

July 28th - 30th
7:00am-7:00pm

Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course
7721 Steam Corners Rd, Lexington, Ohio


To purchase tickets click HERE



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Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages.

Directed by Kris Kyer and featuring a talented cast of local artists. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl" and "Part of Your World."

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Saturday, July 29th the Ohio State Reformatory offers Ghost Hunts®;  serious yet informal attempts to document paranormal activity at the castle-like, former prison. Ghost Hunts provide an unusual, first-hand experience to search other realms. Ghost Hunts at OSR are the first of their kind in the United States.

Public Hunt admission is $70* per person and includes access to the building from 7:00 pm until 1:00 am and a late dinner of pizza and soda.  Complimentary water, soda, coffee and hot chocolate available throughout the evening.

• Gates open 6 pm
• Check in at the Gift Shop between 6 pm - 7 pm
• Guided tour of facility 7 pm - 8 pm 
• Independent investigating 8 pm - 3 am
• Must be 18 and over to participate

*The building contains hazards including, but not limited to steep steps, uneven surfaces, and lead-based paint.  It is not recommended for pregnant women. Sleeping during a hunt is prohibited. For a full list of rules and regulations, please visit the Mansfield Reformatory Preservation Society website at http:/​/​www.​ohiostatereformatory.​org/​

All participants will be required to sign in at check in and present a valid photo ID.

*Any changes to participant registration can be made at the registration table on the day of the hunt. Replacement participants must be at least 18 years of age and provide a photo ID.

*Please note, there are no physical tickets for ghost events. An email confirmation is sent automatically to the person who registered. All registered participants will check in with a photo ID.

 

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Oasis of Love Church Community Block Party to benefit the youth of Mansfield!

School supply giveaway, free hair cuts, free food, bouncy house, rock climbing, dunk tank, entertainment, and other activities.

Saturday, July 29th
Noon to 4:00pm

Block of the Oasis of Love Park and Ocie Hill Building to the Gateway Resource Center
Harker and Bowman Streets to Springmill and Bowman Streets. 

For more info please contact: The Oasis of Love Church at 419-610-1487

Event sponsored by:
Oasis Charities, Gateway Resource Center, Kingdom Grace Fellowship Church, Crossroads Community Church, ManCI, Gorman Rupp, UMADAOP, NECIC, Shirley A. Foundation, Prayer N' Praise Network, U.S. Army, BW3, Linden Road Presbyterian Church, Gifted Hands Cleaning Service, Garden of Prayer Church, Shiloh Baptist Church, E.T.L, M.I.M.A.




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All you can eat pancakes to benefit Local Boy Scout Troop 113 at Charles Mill Marina!

Local Boy Scout Troop 113 is hosting the 2nd annual ALL YOU CAN EAT Pancake Breakfast on the Charles Mill Marina Deck as a troop fundraiser..

Saturday, July 29th
8:00am-12:00pm

Meal includes: All you can eat pancakes, a beverage & a serving of sausage.

$7 for adults or $6 with coupon
$4.00 for under 12

Coupons available at the Marina.

In the event of rain the event will be held in the New Boat Showroom.

Charles Mill Marina
1277 St. Rt. 430, Mansfield




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Shiloh-Cass-Bloominggrove Firefighters Association Inc. presents the 51st Annual Firemen's Ox Roast!


 

51st ANNUAL FIREMAN’S OX ROAST
8500 lbs of delicious beef slow cooked in a 90ft pit to benefit the Firemen's Association.

JULY 28th & 29th
in Shiloh on St. Rt. 603

Shiloh Fire Department
C B & S Joint Fire District
11 North Delaware St.
Shiloh, OH 44878

Rain or Shine!

8500lbs. of Beef
Serving food from 11:00am to 9:00pm each day
$3.50 PER SANDWICH

Bulk Sales of meat, baked beans, potato salad will be at the Fire Station on Delaware St.

BE ADVISED!!
They normally sell out of beef by parade time on Saturday
Come early to be sure you don't miss out on good eats!
In 2016, the last sandwich sold at 5:26pm on Saturday!

Hot dogs, Baked Beans, Potato Salad, Cake, Pie and other food vendors available.

Kiddie Rides

Garden Tractor Pull Friday at 6:30pm
Pedal Tractor Pull for Ages 3-8 Saturday at 11:00am

Live Music Friday and Saturday Nights 8:00pm-11:00pm

**FRIDAY:  “DEVAULT RIDGE”
**SATURDAY:  “BLUE MOONSHINE”

SATURDAY 4:00pm-6:00pm GOSPEL MUSIC “Small Town Singers”

ALL SHOWS ARE FREE ADMISSION

PARADE SATURDAY 7:00PM

FOR MORE INFO CALL:  JEFF BURRER 419.545.0073  or  PAUL BROWN  419.571.4071 or visit the Shiloh Fire Department website HERE or the facebook event page HERE

Proceeds go to the Firemen's Association




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