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Motor Skills Play Date with Rising Titans and Lorain With Littles
Get ready to PLAY, MOVE, and GROW!
Our sister collaborative, Rising Titans, is excited to partner with Lorain with Littles for May Motor Skills Play Date
This hands-on play date is all about helping your littles build important fine & gross motor skills through fun, engaging, play-based activities, because learning happens best when kids don’t even realize they’re doing it
From movement-based play to interactive stations, this is the perfect chance for your child to explore, build confidence, and connect with others in a supportive environment.
As always, you can expect a fun-filled experience with opportunities for connection, learning, and community with other local families
Registration is OPEN!
Free snacks and raffles with special story times by Lorain Public Library System and activity tables hosted by Rising Titans collab partners:
OhioGuidestone
Lorain County Public Health
Child Care Resource Center
Lorain County Health & Dentistry
& more
We can’t wait to see you there!
This is a FREE public event best suited for littles ages 2-6 but open to all ages and abilities. Learn more at lorainwithlittles.org/events
The Incredible Years: Social Emotional Group
OhioGuidestone is offering The Incredible Years: Social Emotional Group for children ages 3–5 this summer at its Lorain location, 2173 North Ridge Road. Sessions will take place on Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. beginning June 5 through August 7, 2026.
The program provides hands-on, play-based learning experiences designed to help young children better understand their own emotions and those of others while building important school-readiness and peer-interaction skills. Children will explore emotional awareness, managing big feelings, following directions, and developing positive friendship skills in a supportive environment.
Families interested in learning more or registering can contact Kathleen Donnelly at kathleen.donnelly@ohioguidestone.org or call 440-260-2462.
OhioGuidestone Summer Groups in Lorain
OhioGuidestone is offering a variety of summer support groups for children, teens, and adults at its Lorain location, located at 2173 North Ridge Road. These programs are designed to help participants strengthen social-emotional skills, build confidence, and develop healthy coping strategies in supportive group settings.
Programs available this summer include:
Girl’s Friendship Group for ages 9–12, which focuses on self-concept, identifying strengths, and building positive peer relationships using cognitive behavioral skills.
SPOTS of Emotions with Friends for ages 6–8 uses the Little SPOT of Emotion curriculum to help children strengthen social and emotional learning skills.
The Incredible Years group for children ages 5–7 is an evidence-based program designed to support emotional development, persistence, social skills, and academic competence while helping prevent behavior challenges.
Quieting the Anxious Mind, a supportive program that teaches participants strategies for managing anxiety, regulating emotions, and reducing stress through sensory-based coping techniques. Groups are available for both teens and adults.
Families interested in learning more or registering for a group can call 844-6-CALL-OG (844-622-5564) for additional information. https://ohioguidestone.org/locations/northeast-ohio/lorain/
OhioGuidestone Ready Care
OhioGuidestone ReadyCare is offering walk-in mental health and substance use support services with no appointment required. The program provides immediate access to compassionate behavioral health care without a waitlist, helping individuals and families receive support when they need it most.
Services available through ReadyCare include mental health and substance use assessments, counseling and therapy, crisis intervention, medication and psychiatric services, and substance use disorder treatment. The walk-in clinics are designed to provide timely, expert care for individuals seeking behavioral health support.
Music Therapy & More
Families are invited to participate in Music Therapy & More on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the Oberlin Public Library. The session will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will provide children and caregivers with an engaging opportunity to explore music, movement, and interactive activities in a supportive environment.
The program is designed to encourage connection, creativity, and developmental growth through music-based experiences that are fun and inclusive for young children and families. Participants can register online at connectingforkids.org/music.
Public Works Open House
The City of Oberlin is inviting residents to celebrate National Public Works Week at the Public Works Open House on Saturday, May 16, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The event will take place at the General Maintenance Division Service Complex located at 538 Hill Creek Drive and is free and open to the public.
Families will have the opportunity to meet the city employees who help keep Oberlin running through services including water and stormwater treatment, wastewater management, public buildings, parks and grounds, solid waste and recycling, fleet management, and street maintenance. The event will feature a community cookout, equipment demonstrations, and informational displays about city services, utility systems, recycling programs, street safety, and city parks.
Children and families can also enjoy a variety of hands-on activities including Touch-A-Truck, painting a plow, face painting, photo opportunities, and recycled craft activities. In addition, plant tours will be available at the Water Treatment Plant on Parsons Road and the Water Environment Protection Facility on State Route 511. Transportation to tour sites will not be provided.
For more information, residents can contact info@cityofoberlin.com or call 440-775-7218.
From Plate to Power: Celebrating Women’s Health Month
Circles of Connections is hosting “From Plate to Power,” a special event celebrating Women’s Health Month for pregnant moms and caregivers with children ages 0–12 months, while older children are also welcome to attend. The event will take place on May 29 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Lorain Public Library, located at 351 West 6th Street in Lorain.
Participants will have the opportunity to learn about healthy eating, connect with community resources, and enjoy a provided lunch. Families who attend will also receive a free case of diapers.
The event is presented in partnership with Catholic Charities Home Visiting Program and Lorain County Public Health to support the health and well-being of local families and caregivers.
Oberlin City Schools Sports Summer Camp
Oberlin City Schools is offering a Sports Summer Camp for students in kindergarten through 6th grade at Oberlin High School this summer. Camps will take place Tuesday through Thursday from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., with lunch provided and transportation available from the City of Oberlin's Playground Experience.
Students can participate in a variety of sports-focused camps designed to build skills, confidence, teamwork, and friendships while staying active throughout the summer. Volleyball Camp will take place June 8–12 and will focus on serving, passing, and hitting skills.
Basketball Camp, scheduled for June 15–19, will help students improve shooting, ball handling, and defensive skills in a fun, high-energy environment.
Soccer Camp will run June 22–26 and offer students opportunities to strengthen their footwork, passing, and scoring through drills and scrimmages.
Football Camp will take place July 6–10 and will focus on teamwork, key football skills, and game fundamentals.
Cheer Camp, also scheduled for July 6–10, will help students build confidence, cheer skills, and friendships in an exciting camp atmosphere.
Families can learn more and register through the athletic website at www.oberlinathletics.org.
City of Oberlin 2026 Summer Recreation Programs
Summer is just around the corner - have you signed up your kiddos for Summer Rec Programs yet?
Visit https://ow.ly/QEk050YYcKL for more info and to register for Playground Experience & Open Gym
Fee Assistance Available for Oberlin Residents
Questions? Contact the Recreation Department at 440-775-7254 | Recreation@cityofoberlin.com
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