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2026 Oberlin Chalk Walk Kids Zone
OberlinKids will host the Kids Zone at the 2026 Oberlin Chalk Walk on Saturday, June 27, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 23 Eric Nord Way in the East College Street Courtyard behind Slow Train. This free, family-friendly community event will provide children and families with a safe and engaging space to create, play, and explore throughout the day.
Families can enjoy games, activities, community resources, and art-themed literacy kits while supplies last. The Kids Zone will also feature a child-friendly art experience created by 2026 Chalk Walk Juried Artist, Rebecca Boardman.
The event is designed to give children a fun and creative place to play away from busy roads while celebrating art, literacy, and community connection in downtown Oberlin.
2026 Oberlin Chalk Walk
OberlinKids will host the Kids Zone at the 2026 Oberlin Chalk Walk on Saturday, June 27, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 23 Eric Nord Way in the East College Street Courtyard behind Slow Train. This free, family-friendly community event will provide children and families with a safe and engaging space to create, play, and explore throughout the day.
Families can enjoy games, activities, community resources, and art-themed literacy kits while supplies last. The Kids Zone will also feature a child-friendly art experience created by 2026 Chalk Walk featured artist Rebecca Boardman.
The event is designed to give children a fun and creative place to play away from busy roads while celebrating art, literacy, and community connection in downtown Oberlin.
A Commemorative Celebration for SRO Billie Neadham
Oberlin City Schools Change Round-Up July 2026
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
2026 Oberlin Chalk Walk
OberlinKids will host the Kids Zone at the 2026 Oberlin Chalk Walk on Saturday, June 27, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 23 Eric Nord Way in the East College Street Courtyard behind Slow Train. This free, family-friendly community event will provide children and families with a safe and engaging space to create, play, and explore throughout the day.
Families can enjoy games, activities, community resources, and art-themed literacy kits while supplies last. The Kids Zone will also feature a child-friendly art experience created by 2026 Chalk Walk featured artist Rebecca Boardman.
The event is designed to give children a fun and creative place to play away from busy roads while celebrating art, literacy, and community connection in downtown Oberlin.
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.
Oberlin Juneteenth Parade
The Oberlin Juneteenth Parade will take place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, beginning at 12:00 p.m. Community members are invited to come together to celebrate freedom, honor history, and build community during this vibrant neighborhood event.
The parade will begin at Oberlin Spring Street Park and continue along Groveland Street to Edison and Main Streets, ending behind McDonald’s near the pavilion area. The event highlights unity, freedom, and joy while recognizing and reclaiming Black history for future generations.
Families, residents, and visitors are encouraged to attend and participate in this meaningful community celebration that brings people together through culture, history, and neighborhood pride. Learn more at https://www.juneteenthoberlin.org/
2026 Keep Oberlin Beautiful Day
The City of Oberlin will host the 2026 Keep Oberlin Beautiful Day on Saturday, May 16, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Community members are invited to come together to help beautify Oberlin through neighborhood clean-up efforts and flower planting activities taking place throughout the city.
Residents will also have access to a dumpster for extra waste disposal at Park Street Park, located at 40 South Park Street. In addition, tire and Styrofoam drop-off will be available at the Glass Recycling Site at 505 Hill Creek Drive.
Those interested in volunteering or learning more about the event can contact Recycling Coordinator Lori Sprosty at 440-935-0096 or Recycling@CityofOberlin.com. The event is a great opportunity for residents to work together to keep Oberlin clean, welcoming, and beautiful for everyone.