Life & Culture News

MANSFIELD -- Healing Hearts Counseling Center will be hosting a Party in the Park event on May 15, 2021 at South Park from noon to 4 p.m.

MANSFIELD — During the months of June and July, WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) will increase fruit and vegetable benefits from $9 or $11 per month to $35 per month for each woman and child WIC participant, according to a press release from Richland Public Health.

MANSFIELD -- Mansfield-area artist Martha Fort has opened her studio and gallery on the 10th floor of the Farmers/Chase Building, located at the corner of Walnut and Park Ave West.

MANSFIELD -- While theaters across the world are just starting to open back up, the Renaissance Theatre has been at the forefront for producing live events safely during a global pandemic.

MOUNT VERNON — Due to the generous donations from the community members of Knox County, Food For The Hungry was pleased to release the first-ever tangible grant opportunity.

MANSFIELD -- Wellness Wednesday will take place May 12 from noon to 5:30 p.m. at Catalyst Life Services (The Rehab Center building next to the health department), 270 Sterkel Boulevard.

MANSFIELD -- Mansfield mental health nonprofit 33 Forever will host the first-ever 33 Forever Mental Health Birthday Walk in downtown Mansfield on May 22.

WASHINGTON D.C. -- Olivia and Liam are once again America’s most popular baby names in 2020. It appears parents chose to stick with the familiar during an unprecedented time.

LUCAS -- The Malabar Farm Foundation announced this week it has launched a new updated website in support of the historical preservation efforts at the 1940s-era home of Ohio Pulitzer-Prize-winning author Louis Bromfield.

LEXINGTON -- Members of the Mansfield/Lexington Modern Woodmen of America Youth Service Club 9787-2L and Chapter's 373, 3505, 4804, 9787, 18018, 7034 and 10277 are doing their part to help the community. The group will have a staff appreciation drive thru on May 5th, 2021

CLEVELAND -- Disney Theatrical Productions and Playhouse Square announced Monday that tickets for the highly anticipated return of Disney’s The Lion King will go on sale to the public on Monday, June 21 at 10 a.m. The Lion King will begin performances at the KeyBank State Theatre on Friday, …

MANSFIELD -- William Smith saw a news clip of Civil War reenactors in 1977. He's been hooked on it ever since.

Geron Tate felt blessed on Saturday even before the second-annual "Community Garage Sale" started.

MANSFIELD – Two twinners of the Heritage Tree program have been designated by the the City of Mansfield Shade Tree Commission, the city announced on Friday.

POWELL, Ohio — He’s majestic, weighs approximately 3,500 pounds, and is an important representative for his vulnerable species. And his name is Brian.

CUMBERLAND, Ohio ­– Spring is in the air and the animals are in the pastures, which means that The Wilds is opening for the season.

PLYMOUTH – On Sunday, May 30, the Plymouth Area Museum will unveil a new special exhibit called Infamy: Dec. 7, 1941.

The next Secret City tour will be May 1. Downtown Mansfield Inc. is currently seeking volunteers for the event. Volunteers can work one shift and take the tour free during the other.

MANSFIELD -- Richland County’s history sites offer special events and activities on the first weekend in May each year, coming up May 1 and 2.

MANSFIELD -- Downtown Mansfield Incorporated will have its Spring Secret City Tour on Saturday, May 1, 2021 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

MANSFIELD -- Richland Public Health is collecting responses for the Richland County Black & Brown Community COVID-19 Needs Assessment from members of the community who are over the age of 18 and identify as Black or Brown.

An action packed summer awaits as Black Belt Pro Fitness opens enrollment for parents to sign their children up for summer camp starting on June 1.

MANSFIELD -- The Kingwood 5K Run and Walk will be held on June 12 with the race start at 9 a.m.

MANSFIELD — Now is the chance to spend your summer with Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (Richland SWCD) as a Summer intern.

MANSFIELD — The Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (Richland SWCD), in partnership with the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD), is celebrating Soil and Water Stewardship Week from April 25 to May 2, 2021, focusing on the theme “Healthy Forests, Healthy Communities.”

ONATARIO - The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. is excited to announce the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) for Richland, Knox and Seneca county.

It started as a video way of sharing with his friends in the Ohio Garrison of the 501st Legion during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown.  Almost one year, and 59 episodes later, John Moser is still shaking and stirring "Cocktails Out of Quarantine."

The Mount Vernon Players, Knox County's longest-running live theater troupe, will return to the stage this weekend.

MANSFIELD — National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) is a yearly observance highlighting the importance of protecting children two years and younger from vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs).

 A quiet May weekend will come alive with cannon fire at the 43rd Annual Ohio Civil War And WWI & II Show at the Richland County Fairgrounds.

MANSFIELD — The stage of the Renaissance Theatre will be transformed into Skid Row starting this weekend with the opening of "Little Shop of Horrors." 

MANSFIELD — Richland Pregnancy Services will host their annual Walk for Life on Saturday, June 12 at Mansfield’s historic North Lake Park, and the start of the Richland B&O Bike Trail, at 270 Westbrook Avenue in Mansfield.

Alicia Camak works with 400 students a semester. As internship coordinator for the Ohio State University Mansfield and North Central State College, she wants the students she advises to take advantage of every opportunity. Including internships. 

MANSFIELD -- The Mansfield Art Sector of the Richland Community Development Group is working on two public art projects and pursuing a new logo.

Canada geese are probably the most adaptable and tolerant of all native waterfowl.

ASHLAND – Visitors can experience the habitats of birds and bats firsthand, learn about fly-fishing and more at the 20th annual Mohican Wildlife Weekend, April 23 to 25.

CLEVELAND -- Through a virtual broadcast this Wednesday night, Playhouse Square revealed the five shows Cleveland audiences will enjoy live and in person as the KeyBank Broadway Series returns to its historic stages beginning this fall:

MOUNT VERNON - April 16 is “National Wear Your Pajamas to Work” Day and Casey Cares Foundation is celebrating this quirky day by hosting its 6th annual Biggest Pajama Party all month long.

MANSFIELD – Saint Peter’s Music Series is excited to announce the return of live performances at St. Peter’s Catholic Church. Renowned flutist Angela Massey will perform on Monday, April 12 at 7:30 p.m.

"Hierophanies: Manifestations of the Sacred" will be released in May. The EP features eight songs written and sung by Brianna Barnes, a 2012 graduate of Mansfield Christian School.

LUCAS -- Hiking around Malabar Farm State Park offers a wide range of views and exciting experiences. One unique aspect of the landscape is the Rock City Cave off of Butternut Trail.

MANSFIELD -- Kingwood Center Gardens is featuring a new book on the Storybook Trail for the Spring season.

Jane Johnson knows a thing or two about being an artist.

MANSFIELD — Richland Academy of the Arts will be presenting their 2021 RADE show on April 17 and 18 at 7:30 pm.

MANSFIELD – The Richland County Foundation is supporting summertime programs focused on children.

MANSFIELD -- April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. National Child Abuse Prevention Month recognizes the importance of communities working together to help families thrive and prevent child maltreatment.