Walk with Annie Oakley -through interpreter Cait Clark- and discover her history and about her life up to her early 30s. Learn about Annie's true personality, style and physical athleticism. Don't miss this fun and exciting America 250 program!
WGI Sport of the Arts is the world's premier organization producing indoor color guard, percussion ensemble, and winds competitions. It is called the Sport of the Arts because it brings music to life through performance in a competitive format. Competition WGI uses a competition-based approach for organizing events in order to showcase youth activities in pursuit of high standards of achievement. Events include over 60 Regionals and Power Regionals, which lead to the three-day World Championships that evaluate more than 350 guards, 250 percussion ensembles, and 40 winds groups.
Free Evening Screening of “The Last Full Measure” — a film inspired by Pitsenbarger’s story, 10 April at 6:30PM. Begins with movie production notes at 6:40 by Dr. Ronald “Jake” Clark and Adam Carr. Both were advisors to the Director Todd Robinson. Jake Clark is a US Army Veteran, served with the U.S. Secret Service, the Los Angeles Police Department, and as a special agent for the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Adam Carr is a U.S. Army Combat Veteran and Special Forces Green Beret. During his military tenure, he undertook missions in counterterrorism, intelligence gathering, and diplomatic engagement. He deployed
Friday Night Movies at the Hayner Center feature classic films with an informational introduction, café style seating, popcorn, and soda. All movies are free and open to the public. All films start at 7:00 pm. Parents are encouraged to check each film's rating.
First 200 Registered Guests receive a complimentary Pitsenbarger Commemorative Coin at Pitsenbarger Park. Morning Ceremony at Pitsenbarger Park (Piqua, OH) 10:00 AM American flag skydive National Anthem Invocation Keynote remarks and tributes Governor Mike DeWine (Invited) Senator Jon Husted (Invited) Congressman Mike Carey State Representative Johnathan Newman Former Secretary of the Air Force Whit Peters Chairman of the Board Air and Space Force Association Kathleen Ferguson Mayor Jim Vetter, Mayor of Piqua Pitsenbarger Park is located at 1421 South St, Piqua, OH Gravesite Ceremony at Miami Memorial Cemetery (Covington, OH) 11:30 AM Remarks by Colonel Dustin Richards, Commander, 88th Air
Join us for our 2nd Saturday Vendor Events! —a monthly celebration of small businesses, shopping, and fun! 10:00AM-5:00PM Explore 30+ vendors and discover unique finds while supporting local businesses. Where? Piqua Center Cost? FREE! Mark your calendars, and don’t miss it!
Explore the decorative arts, finishes, and architectural details of the Johnston House during our Architectural Tours, with special attention to the home’s 2020 restoration and how it returned the house to its early 19th-century appearance. Two tours at 11:00 & 12:30 limited to 15 per tour. Cost $10 for the public. Friends and OHC members free. Call 937.773.2522 or email info@johnstonfarmohio.com to register!
In honor of William Pitsenbarger, Piqua, Ohio native being awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for his heroic actions on 11 April 1966 in Vietnam listen to the story from 2 men who lived to tell the story 60 years later! This event is FREE for Veterans, Museum Volunteers and invited guests! You MUST reserve your seat at this link…. https://miamivalleyveteransmuseum.ticketspice.com/hero...
WGI Sport of the Arts is the world's premier organization producing indoor color guard, percussion ensemble, and winds competitions. It is called the Sport of the Arts because it brings music to life through performance in a competitive format. Competition WGI uses a competition-based approach for organizing events in order to showcase youth activities in pursuit of high standards of achievement. Events include over 60 Regionals and Power Regionals, which lead to the three-day World Championships that evaluate more than 350 guards, 250 percussion ensembles, and 40 winds groups.
WGI Sport of the Arts is the world's premier organization producing indoor color guard, percussion ensemble, and winds competitions. It is called the Sport of the Arts because it brings music to life through performance in a competitive format. Competition WGI uses a competition-based approach for organizing events in order to showcase youth activities in pursuit of high standards of achievement. Events include over 60 Regionals and Power Regionals, which lead to the three-day World Championships that evaluate more than 350 guards, 250 percussion ensembles, and 40 winds groups.
If you enjoy running or hiking on woodland trails, you’ll love BNC’s 5K Run Wild for Wildlife! This 5K run/walk starts and finishes at the parking lot and winds through the woods along wildflower studded trails. Steep hills and rough terrain is involved but you can handle it! Bring a friend, but leave Fido at home, pets are not allowed at BNC – they scare our wildlife! (Pre-registration event only) Entry fees include an eco-friendly bag of goodies, plus the opportunity to add on a cool race T-shirt (design is in the works)! All proceeds from this fundraiser support our
Whether you come to sing along with your favorite Banana Slug String Band song or try out one of the many activities, you are sure to have a good time. Lost Creek Reserve Saturday, April 18th, 2026 12 - 5 p.m. We hope you will join us for our annual Hug the Earth Festival at Lost Creek Reserve! The fun begins at noon when you can sing and dance with the Banana Slug String Band as they perform their popular songs like “Dirt Made My Lunch” and “Water Cycle Boogie.” Also beginning at noon continue the fun with outdoor adventures
Saturday, April 19 and Wednesday, April 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - $20/person, Reservations required Each spring, the Troy-Hayner Cultural Center honors the birthday of our founder, Mary Jane Hayner, with an elegant afternoon tea. Guests enjoy a beautifully prepared tea service, complete with sweets, savories, and fine tea in the Hayner Ballroom. This year’s program will carry an Americana theme in recognition of America 250, Miami County’s celebration of our shared history. Guests can expect a live musical performance with a short poetry reading woven into the program. The full lineup will be announced soon, but the spirit of the
Veterans Connect is a free event designed to bring veterans, their families, and local employers together in one place. Attendees can explore career opportunities, connect with organizations, and learn about valuable education programs and VA benefits available to them. Whether you're a veteran seeking your next mission, looking to further your education, or a business searching for motivated, skilled individuals, Veterans Connect is the place to build meaningful connections and strengthen our community.
Saturday, April 19 and Wednesday, April 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - $20/person, Reservations required Each spring, the Troy-Hayner Cultural Center honors the birthday of our founder, Mary Jane Hayner, with an elegant afternoon tea. Guests enjoy a beautifully prepared tea service, complete with sweets, savories, and fine tea in the Hayner Ballroom. This year’s program will carry an Americana theme in recognition of America 250, Miami County’s celebration of our shared history. Guests can expect a live musical performance with a short poetry reading woven into the program. The full lineup will be announced soon, but the spirit of the
Jr. MainStreet is hosting Throwback on Main, a fun, free, community event in downtown Piqua! There will be a Throwback costume contest, sidewalk games, prize raffle, music, and loads of fun! Leading up to the event, April 9-23, shop downtown for a raffle ticket to win Totally Rad prizes! Downtown shoppers can earn a raffle ticket for each receipt they receive at participating locations. Once you receive your raffle ticket, write your name and phone number, then return it to MainStreet Piqua during office hours or during the event on April 23rd, 5:30-7:30 PM, to be entered in the prize
A ceremonial tree planting will take root in the Miami County Courthouse Plaza as part of the Heritage Trees: Planting History program under America 250-Ohio, the official state commission responsible for spearheading Ohio's celebrations and commemorations around America’s semiquincentennial in 2026. Throughout 2025 and 2026, Heritage Trees will be planted in all 88 of Ohio’s counties. In Miami County the tree will be planted by the Miami County Courthouse Plaza on April 24, 2026 at 1:00 p.m.. The Courthouse was chosen as the site for the Heritage Tree because the Courthouse has been a symbol of history, justice and longevity
Boogie for the Arts is back and better than ever! Formerly known as Grown-Up Prom, this reimagined community favorite returns with a fresh name, a fun new vibe, and an exciting new home at Romer’s Catering. Hosted by the Piqua Arts Council, this feel-good night is all about bringing our community together to celebrate, connect, and dance the night away — all while supporting the arts right here in Piqua. ✨ No pressure, no rules — dress up or come casual 💃Hit the dance floor with friends old and new 🎶 Great music, great people, great energy ❤️ All proceeds
The shining FULL FLOWER MOON will brightly herald the arrival of garden & wildflowers and the glory of Spring as you stroll the southern trail of the Revenuer's Run with a divine cocktail in hand. The stars twinkle and the "man-in-the-moon" smiles and lights the path ahead as you walk into the woods for an experience like no other. A tiki lit trail will lead you to a bonfire and refreshments as you wind your way back...to earth. WHEN- FRIDAY NIGHT May 1st 7:00-10:00PM Ticket Price= $10 per person Offering you the following as you savor the Spring Night: ***
Saturday, May 2, 2026 6:00 PM 9:00 PM Tipp Center 855 North 3rd Street Tipp City, OH, 45371 Join us for a Kentucky Derby-themed night of Southern charm, lively entertainment, and heartfelt giving benefitting Child Care Choices. Support the mission while enjoying a charming evening full of mint juleps and fancy hats. The impact of your contribution lasts long after the race is over! We encourage you to dress in “Derby Chic” attire: big hats, bow ties, bold style. Use the Kentucky Derby as inspiration for your outfit! Click here to buy tickets, reserve a table, snatch some raffle tickets, or make a
Songs of The Carpenters with Helen Welch, Saturday, May 2, 2026, 7:00pm Helen Welch is an internationally-acclaimed vocalist, entertainer, producer, and bandleader. Her unique talent for arranging songs to make them her own, coupled with her ability to intimately engage her audience, has quickly earned her a large and devoted following around the globe. After a very successful run in the U.K., Helen relocated to the U.S. to guest star in the Broadway musical Smokey Joe’s Cafe. Her immediate success landed her as a fronting singer for The Cleveland Orchestra, and from there, she has taken Ohio stages by storm. Prepare
Troy-Hayner Cultural Center to Host 50th Anniversary Golden Jubilee Ball TROY, Ohio — The Troy-Hayner Cultural Center will celebrate a major milestone in 2026 with a 50th Anniversary Ball, an elegant evening honoring fifty years of arts, culture, and community in Troy. The event will take place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. at the Troy-Hayner Cultural Center. Reservations for the event are $75 per person and include two drink tickets. Space is limited, and advance reservations are required. Guests will enjoy live music by Heather and the Swing Set, along with a selection of heavy