There will be Perennial Trade Day on April 29 in Rotary Park, 2260 Dayton Xenia Road. Bring 10 plants to trade, including perennials, annuals, vegetables, bushes and more. Viewing begins at 9:30 a.m. and trading begins at 10 a.m.
Fishing derby May 20
On May 20 from 8:30-11:30 a.m. there will be a fishing derby in Phillips Park, 2132 Dayton Xenia Road. Registration will start at 8 a.m. Families will enjoy free entertainment and prizes will be awarded at 11 a.m. Participants should bring their own fishing pole.
SUGARCREEK TWP.
Free carbon monoxide detector available
Free carbon monoxide detectors are available for Sugarcreek Township residents. The CO detectors are available for pick-up on a first come, first serve basis at station 72, located at 4398 Clyo Road with the following stipulations: Must be a Sugarcreek Township resident or business, one unit per occupancy, signature and address requested on distribution sheet.
If you are unable to pick up your detector at Station 72, arrangements can be made for delivery.
For questions, please contact the station 937-848-7344.
GREENE COUNTY
Shelter Break-Out Day 5K April 22
On April 22 from 9-11 a.m. Greene County Animal Control will hold its Shelter Break-Out Day 5K Walk/Run.
Bring your favorite four-footed family member to this free celebration of our canine companions.
The walk begins and ends at Greene County Parks and Trails Oldtown Reserve, 1360 Old Springfield Pike, Xenia.
Food will be available for purchase from the 4-H Dog Committee. Donations to Greene County Animal Control will be graciously accepted.
For more information contact Amanda Wissinger at awissinger@co.greene.oh.us, or 937-562-7400 or contact Dennis McCarthy dmccarthy@co.greene.oh.us.
Participation in this 5K can be counted towards Greene County employees’ County Wellness Program.
BELLBROOK
Sugar Maple Festival April 21-23
Join the Bellbrook-Sugarcreek community and celebrate the 39th annual Sugar Maple Festival in downtown Bellbrook from April 21-23. The theme of this year’s festival is “Superheroes,” kicking off the community’s spring and summer seasons. This year’s festival will include entertainment, activities for kids, shopping, great food, and more.
The Sugar Maple Festival provides many family friendly activities, around 75 craft vendors, many food vendors, a community parade, a 5k race, and a beer garden, which will offer craft beer from local breweries. Entertainment, including live music, will begin Friday evening and continue through Sunday. For more information on individual events, visit the festival website at www.sugarmaplefestival.com.