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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.
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 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.
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.