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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.

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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/

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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.

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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.