1. SPI – the spot where STEM learning and play intersect – still has space in its summer camp programs: “Trash to Treasure” runs half days during the week of June 24. Campers grow food, learn about pollinators, and experiment with compost. Or, kids can also choose SPI’s “Woods & Water Wandering” program or LEGO robotics options the week of June 10. Income-based scholarships available to all qualifying families! Info at www.spi-mountvernon.org or by calling 740-501-7616.2. SPI is offering buy one get one free admission between 3 and 5 pm on June 7 to encourage families to get downtown to enjoy the FIRST First Friday of summer! Visitors can come to SPI to play, then make their way one block north to enjoy community festivities.Thanks for your help and prompting!StephStephanie Calondis Geiger
Executive Director614-507-6754
Vacation Bilble School June 24-26 408 S. Market St Danville
Information Call 740-599-6645
The Ashland Ohio Balloonfest, 29 years of high flying fun! Feel the excitement and splendor of bold, colorful hot air balloons as they tower over you, then magically rise and soar away! Plus, enjoy lots of other activities: Balloon Glow, Balloon races, stage performances, sport tournaments, displays, exhibits, food and more. Everyone will enjoy the colorful Ashland skies as the hot air balloons fill the air for this memorable weekend.
Over the past 28 years, even through the unpredictability of the weather, the Ashland Balloonfest has been a memorable weekend for the community of Ashland. There have always been over 20 to 30 balloons participating, with the record being 39 balloons in 2005, depending on pilot schedules and sponsorships available. In the past, there have been many shaped balloons such as a Santa Claus, Red Dragon, the Purple People Eater, the One-Eye’d Jack, a huge birthday cake, Smiley the Scarecrow, a large-sized American flag, Oggy the Friendly Dragon, a pink monster truck, and even Gordo the Monkey.
Preaching, Music, Free Food, Ice Cream Truck