summertime events
Summer Events
July
Every Saturday in July the Farmer’s Market will be held on N. Market Street between the Heritage Center and Elderly United buildings; All local food grown in Ohio. 9am – 1pm Call Gene Barnett for more information, 937.536.9408
Summer Arts Festival will be held from June 18 to July 18. The events take place at Veteran’s Park Amphitheater, 250 Cliff Park Road, Springfield. Bring lawn chairs and blankets for seating under the stars. It will feature international, national, regional and local entertainers. For a detailed listing call the Springfield Arts Council at 937.324.2712 or visit www.springfieldartscouncil.com.
1-31 Aug Downtown Sounds: Good food, good music, beautiful weather and fun is the combination on the City Hall Plaza. Downtown Sounds returns for the summer beginning June 10 and continuing through August. This is a free program designed to showcase downtown amenities and downtown businesses and will run from 11:30am to 1pm each Wednesday on the downtown plaza next to city hall.
1 Jul – 31 Dec - “112 Years and Counting: The History of the Clark County Historical Society” is outside the Crabill Discovery Hall. The exhibit looks at how the historical society has changed over time and highlights its collections, the different venues where it has been, and looks at the move to the Heritage Center. For more information call 937.324.0657 or visit www.heritagecenter.us.
1 Jul-8 Aug Julia McLemore: Held 9 am to 5 pm at the Springfield Museum of Art. The New Botanicals: Reminiscent of the photogram, these “photographs” are made outside of the camera. These oversized, stunning floras depict a new generation of botanical prints. Their color, texture and sense of the interior space of plants give the viewer a new way to look at flora.
1 Jul-23 Aug Summer in the Springs: A summer long series of arts and cultural events, situated in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Call 937.767.2686 for more information.
1 – 25 Garden Tour, Celebrating Nature. Westcott House, 10am. Join us for our Garden Tour and learn about the restored landscape and the inspirations that shaped Wright’s respect for the nature.
1-30 Aug Pottery Exhibition by Naysan McIlhargey Exhibition Opening, June 20th, 2009, 7:00pm to 10:00pm at the Westcott House
1 Clark County Public Library Summer Family Matinee “Tale of Desperaux” (G) at the Houston Branch at 1:30 PM
2 Old Fashioned Country Fireworks: Clark County Fairgrounds, 4401 South Charleston Pike, Springfield, OH.
3-5 Young’s BBQ Weekend Come celebrate small towns and the big taste of BBQ this Independence Day weekend at Young’s. The Dairy Store & Golden Jersey Inn will both feature great BBQ specials on our menus.
4-5 Pinto Horse Association of Ohio – Pavillion at the Champions Center
4 – 29 Aug Upper Valley Mall Summer Concert Series. Come out to the Upper Valley Mall on Saturday evenings in July and August from 6pm – 8pm to hear your favorite local performers and bands! The mall will be hosting a variety of local bands and musicians performing a wide variety of music. Take a break from the hot summer weather and relax to some music. Questions, please contact Carla Miller at the Upper Valley Mall office, 937.329.8000.
8 Summer Walking Tour - Downtown as a Work of Art, 6 pm. At the end of the 19th century, local leaders understood that great architecture was part of their civic duty. Tour through Springfield’s Golden Age of architecture. Meet in the Esplanade at the corner of High and Fountain. Presented by Teresa Demana. Rain date, July 15 at 6 pm.
9-12 The Yellow Springs Kids Playhouse will perform a new action-adventure musical called “007–A Price to Pay” on two consecutive weekends during the summer of 2009. Directed by John Fleming and written by YSKP alum, Daniel Malarkey, the musical is set in the 1930s in pre-war Europe. Two teenage boys join a group of thieves with connections to SPECTRE. Success, however, does not come without a price — a price to pay.
11 Summer Walking Tour – Downtown Modern, 10 am. In the 1960s and 70s, a new vision for a vibrant downtown materialized through a series of structures that remain today as an enduring imprint of the modern era in Springfield. Meet outside 1 South Limestone Street. Presented by Alan Ladd and Jake Studebaker. Rain date, July 12 at 1 pm.
11-12 Champions Center International Horse Show
11-16 Monaco Coach Rally, Clark County Fairgrounds
12 Young’s Jersey presents Dayton Corvette Cruise-In. 2009 Biannual All Corvette Cruise-in, 10am – 2pm. Some 70 Corvette owners joined the Greater Dayton Corvette Club for this cruise-in in 2007, we hope that many more of you will join us this year. Young’s will provide all participants with certificates for food and fun. This is a great opportunity for Covetters to meet and greet, and to experience one of the most visited venues in Ohio (if you haven’t been at Young’s before).
13-17 Clark County Public Library Harry Potter Matinee Showings Get ready for the latest Harry Potter release by joining us for a preview of the first 5 movies. Monday: The Sorcerer’s Stone, rated PG. Tuesday: The Chamber of Secrets, rated PG. Wednesday: The Prisoner of Azkaban, rated PG-13. Thursday: The Goblet of Fire, rated PG-13. Friday: The Order of the Phoenix, rated PG-13. Door prizes will be given to any muggle that attends, while supplies last. 2 pm-5pm daily.
14 Clark County Public Library Southern Village “Trash Can” Village Have a blast making an instrument from recycled items. Play your “new” instrument in our library band led by local musicians. Time: 6:30 pm -7:30 pm.
16 Clark County Public Library Fabric and Pearl Bead Necklace Beginning at 6:30 pm all supplies will be provided to make a beautiful, hand-made necklace to take home. Stop by Houston’s circulation desk to see the sample on display. Adults, bring your teens along, if you’d like.
16 Clark County Public Library Family Game Night Hey kids! Take your parents to the library for a fun, free night of family games! We will bring out the Wii for some gaming fun on our big screen, and you can bring your favorite board games, too! Snacks and drinks will be provided. For families of all ages. Fun begins at 6:30 PM until 8:30 PM. Call (937) 328-6903 for more information.
16 Garden Walk Ohio State University Extension, Gateway Learning Gardens, 4400 Gateway Boulevard in Springfield from 6pm – 8 pm. Admission is free!
16-19 The Yellow Springs Kids Playhouse will perform a new action-adventure musical called 007–A Price to Pay on two consecutive weekends during the summer of 2009. Directed by John Fleming and written by YSKP alum, Daniel Malarkey, the musical is set in the 1930s in pre-war Europe. Two teenage boys join a group of thieves with connections to SPECTRE. Success, however, does not come without a price — a price to pay.
17 3rd Friday Fling in the Springs: Kickoff to Summer in the Springs. Explore our distinctive shops, galleries and restaurants, many are open until 9pm or later. Music, wine-tasting at the Emporium, light bites at Village Arisans.
17-18-19 PT Cruiser Car Show: Young’s Jersey Dairy, 6880 Springfield-Xenia Rd (SR-68), Yellow Springs, Oh. The first 200 PTs registered will receive dash plaque and decal awards, show-n-glow and car show door prizes – trophy – t-shirt – DJ both days.
18 Summer Walking Tour – Historic East High: Westcott Era, 10 am. Building on Springfield’s 19th century industrial success, a new generation of entrepreneurs refocused and reinvigorated the local economy well into the 20th century, making this community an exciting and vibrant place to live. Meet outside the Greek Orthodox Church at 1127 E. High Street. Presented by John and Suzanne Turner. Rain date, July 19 at 1 pm.
18 Clark County Public Library Summer Family Movie Matinee Bedtime Stories (PG) starring Adam Sandler at the Houston branch at 1:30 pm
18-19 Vectren Dayton Air Show: Presented by Kroger at the Dayton International Airport and featuring the USAF Thunderbirds. See DaytonAirShow.com or call 1.800.585.3737. Tickets are discounted when you purchase them at Kroger’s.
18-19 Ohio Valley Arabian Show – Pavilion at the Champions Center
21 Clark County Public Library Whimsical Wind chimes and Whirligigs Create a recycled wacky what-not for summer! Join the fun in making a whimsical wind chime or whirly whirligig for your yard or garden. At the Southern Village Branch from 2pm - 3pm.
22 Summer Walking Tour – Beat the Block, 6 pm. In the 1940s and 50s, locals “Beat the Block” shopping their way around the downtown core. Meet outside the Heritage Center’s east entrance, 117 S. Fountain Avenue. Presented by Ski and Cheryl Schanher. Rain date, July 29 at 6 pm.
22 Clark County Public Library Summer Family Move Matinees Hotel for Dogs (PG) at the Houston branch at 1:30 pm
23 Clark County Public Library Family Renaissance Fair Hear ye, hear ye, brave knights and fair princesses! Bring your lords and ladies and join us for a renaissance fair! Try your hand at our medieval games, visit our fairy tale castle, and feast on royal refreshments! For families of all ages beginning at 7 pm. Call 937.328-6903 for more information.
24-31 Clark County Fair at the Clark County Fairgrounds, 4401 South Charleston Pike, Springfield, OH. For more information visit www.clarkcountyfair.org.
25 Summer Walking Tour – Ferncliff Cemetery, 10 am. Covering over 240 acres of rolling hills and pastoral landscape, the cemetery was platted during the Civil War as Springfield’s new burial ground. Meet at the Ferncliff Cemetery Chapel at 501 West McCreight Avenue. Presented by Charles Swaney. Rain date July 26 at 1 pm.
25-26 7th Annual Young’s Charity Bike Tour: One & two day ride options, benefits 4 charities. We have four different routes this year - depending on how far you want to go. Ride starts at 8am Saturday. Check-in and registration opens at 7am at the picnic shelters at Young’s Jersey Dairy. Please arrive at least 45 minutes early to allow time for registration and a continental breakfast so we can all start at the same time. We will have a van for transporting your luggage. Call 937.291.3332 for more information
27 Clark County Public Library Knit 2-Gether Knitting Circle Come spin a yarn or two at our Knit-2-Gether Knitting Circle! Experienced knitters will guide beginners. Please bring your own supplies if possible – supplies are limited. For ages 8 and up beginning at 6:30 pm. Call 937.328.6903 for more information.
28 Clark County Public Library Family Fun Flicks Horton Hears a Who Horton the Elephant struggles to protect a microscopic community from his neighbors who refuse to believe it exists. Come join us at 6:30 pm-8:30 pm.
29 Clark County Public Library Candy Creations Mary Lou Kittles will show you how to make versions of your favorite candy, including Reese’s Cups, Heath Bars, Nestle Crunch Bars, and Girl Scout Cookies, in this free demonstration! You will also get samples to take home. Yummy! Registration begins on Wednesday, July 15th. For adults 18 & up from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Call 937.328.6903 to register.
30 Lunch on the Lawn, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm. Join us once again this year as The Springfield Symphony Orchestra presents a youth orientated concerts held on the front lawn of the Springfield Museum of Art during the noon lunch hour. An outdoor tent will be provided for shade, and in case of rain the performances will move inside the Museum. Admission to each performance is free. A special sack lunch will be available for $6.00 (with beverage) while they last.
30 Clark County Public Library Resume Writing Workshop Learn how to create a well-designed and effective resume, or improve your existing resume, during this free workshop! Presented by Mary Patton of Clark State Community College, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Registration begins Thursday, July 16th. Call 937.328.6903 to register.
