Ohio PicnicsIn July, the city will hold several concerts in the park as a chance to unwind, connect, and enjoy the summer weather. On July 3, the city's annual Freedom Festival returns to Victory Park ending with Fireworks that honor the 250th birthday of the United States of America.
Sharing the Spirit of America
The city of North Ridgeville will take part in Sharing the Spirit of America, a nationwide synchronized reading of the Declaration of Independence. Our local event will take place on Wednesday, July 8 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall.
This reading commemorates the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence on July 8, 1776 in Philadelphia. On this day and at this time, Americans in all 50 states, 16 territories, the District of Columbia and Minor Outlying Islands will participate together, symbolically uniting the nation across thousands of miles and multiple time zones.
Our event will begin with Mayor Kevin Corcoran kicking off the reading, followed by members of the public who would like to participate. The event is being held in partnership with the Boy Scouts, who will provide cake and beverages, and the North Ridgeville Historical Society, which will have a copy of the Declaration of Independence available for attendees to sign to mark the occasion.
Community, Wellness, and Local Connections
While July’s America 250-OH theme highlights homecomings and picnics, the spirit of the month is really about something familiar to every community: bringing people together.
On Saturday, July 25, North Ridgeville will host two community-focused events at LCCC University Partnership Ridge Campus:
North Ridgeville Farmers Market, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
|Residents are invited to stop by, support local vendors and enjoy a morning centered on healthy eating, local partnerships and community connection.
Community Mental Wellness Fair, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
The Mental Wellness Fair will feature resource tables and community organizations offering information, support and opportunities to strengthen overall wellness. The event is free and open to all community members.
Together, these events reflect what America 250 is all about at the local level: neighbors, partnerships and shared care for the places we call home.
Residents interested in other July events are encouraged to visit the America 250-OH website to find community picnics and celebrations happening across the region.
