Wadsworth Community Radio

cherry blossomsSo much fun, so little time to pack it all in, but make sure you make time to enjoy one or several of these fun, family events this weekend in northeast Ohio.

The Medina County Baby Fair is Saturday, complete with vendors, raffles, giveaways, car seat inspections and more. It happens from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Medina Eagles Club. More info: http://bit.ly/1HhPdGo.

Don’t miss the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Meet & Greet at the Hartville Flea Market from 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. You must pre-register for a time slot, but it is free! The turtles will arrive via fire truck at 10 a.m. (weather permitting). More info: http://bit.ly/1Kaf0E1.

Canal boat rides resume on the St. Helena III. It departs from the Port of Canal Fulton in St. Helena Heritage Park for a one hour ride down the Ohio & Erie Canal – beginning May 16. Kids 5 and under are free. Admission is $5 – $8. Details: www.VisitCantonStark.com.

The Medina County Skyhawks are hosting an Aerospace Camp for 11-15 year olds in Wadsworth on Saturday. Build a water rocket, perform a search and rescue with an actual Electronic Locator Transmitter, learn about drones and fly one, take a ride in their flight simulator and more! Only 30 spots available so sign up now. Cost is $15. Info: http://bit.ly/1HkRzqY.

It’s also the Medina Bird Fair this weekend at the county fairgrounds. Bird rescue organizations, breeders, adoptions, treats, door prizes and more Saturday from 10-4. Details: http://bit.ly/1H6Sq95.

You may choose to participate in the Medina Sea of Youth Rally which was organized by a local 8th grader which supports police and safety forces. The Sea of Youth Rally is scheduled for Saturday 10:30 a.m. Supporters will walk from Medina High School to the Historic Public Square. The rally will feature guest speakers, local choruses, Marine Color Guard/TAPS, Celtic Bagpipers, student leaders and others to promote respect and awareness and to provide a positive voice for youth. More details: http://bit.ly/1L718bm.

Brass Band of the Western Reserve welcomes soloist Scott Johnston, the principal trumpeter with both the Akron and Canton Symphony Orchestras. The performance begins at 7 p.m. at the Medina Performing Arts Center. Info: http://bit.ly/1A4DQC2

Fun festivals happening locally this weekend, including the Craft & Herb Festival Saturday in Wadsworth from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Info: http://bit.ly/1B17DX8.
The Cherry Blossom Festival kicks off Friday night in Barberton and goes all weekend long. More details: http://www.barbertoncherryblossom.com/#!.

A complete list of Ohio festivals can be found here: http://ohiofestivals.net/schedule/

There’s also a Bicycle Poker Run along the Towpath Trail in Massillon Sunday, Farm Fun Across Northeast Ohio, the Akron Youth Symphony Spring Concert on Sunday at EJ Thomas Hall and more. Northeast Ohio Family Fun has a fantastic list of events this weekend: http://bit.ly/1HkSrfh.


Tina Heiberg

Tina happily lives in her princess palace with her husband, 3 young sons and dog.