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City · Clark County · 302 events in the next 90 days from 10 public calendars

This weekend: Project Scarecrow, FFA National CDE Team Trip, FFA National Convention Overnight Trip and 24 more. Checked October 19; updated daily.

Today, Monday, October 19

  1. Pizza Slice Scavenger Hunt

    All day · Main · Family and kids

    Who doesn't love a slice of pizza? Celebrate the deliciousness of pizza with a scavenger hunt! Each pizza slice will have a letter and a number. match the letter and number to spell out the secret message. Return to the Lenski Desk to collect a prize. For ages 6-12. (Younger…

    From Clark County Public Library

  2. Project Scarecrow

    Oct 1 to 23 · National Road Commons · Outdoors and parks

    All Ages Deadline: September 23 FREE

    From National Trail Parks & Recreation District (Springfield and Clark County)

  3. Round Robin Halloween Story

    All day · Park · Family and kids

    Through the month of October, all are welcome to help the Park Branch write an unexpected, spooky and definitely strange Halloween tale, one sentence at a time. Stop by the front desk to draw a random word from our witch's cauldron and use that word to help create a sentence…

    From Clark County Public Library

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  4. Seek and Find: Cryptids

    All day · Tuttle · Family and kids

    Pick up a seek and find sheet at the circulation desk at the Tuttle Branch. Find all of the pictures and return to the desk for your prize. For kids 17 and under, but adults are welcome to play along.

    From Clark County Public Library

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  5. Seek and Find: Moon

    All day · Main · Family and kids

    Can you find the images of moons hidden around the Lenski Department? See the staff member for a small prize once you’ve found them all. Ages 3-18 (still in school).

    From Clark County Public Library

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  6. Spider Jack-in-the-Box Take and Make

    All day · Main · Family and kids

    Stop by the desk in the Lenski Children's Center to pick up a spider jack-in-the-box take and make craft while supplies last! For kids under 18.

    From Clark County Public Library

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  7. Week for Witt

    All day

    Wittenberg University is celebrating Week for Witt, Oct. 19-23, 2026. This special week brings together Tigers everywhere, including alumni, students, faculty, staff, families, and friends, in a celebration of what makes the Wittenberg experience truly transformative.…

    From Wittenberg University

  8. Ann Miller Gallery Exhibit: within/without by Kelsey Nolin

    8 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Ann Miller Gallery · Arts and museums

    The Department of Art invites you to our first guest artist exhibit and lecture of the 2026-2027 season! within/without by Kelsey Nolin will be on display in the Ann Miller Gallery Oct. 19-Dec. 4, M-F 8am-5pm. Their lecture will be Oct. 19, 4-5pm in Kissell Auditorium, followed…

    From Wittenberg University

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  9. Prospective Student Tours - SL

    9 to 10 a.m. · 700 S Limestone St Suite B, Springfield, OH 45505, USA

    From Global Impact STEM Academy

  10. Guest Artist Lecture: within/without by Kelsey Nolin

    4 to 5 p.m. · Thompson Gallery · Arts and museums Classes and talks

    The Department of Art invites you to our first guest artist exhibit and lecture of the 2026-2027 season! within/without by Kelsey Nolin will be on display in the Ann Miller Gallery Oct. 19-Dec. 4, M-F 8am-5pm. Their lecture will be Oct. 19, 4-5pm in Kissell Auditorium, followed…

    From Wittenberg University

  11. Planning for Large Purchases Series

    5:30 to 6:30 p.m. · Main · Classes and talks

    Looking to make a large purchase such as a house, car, or replace an appliance and not sure where to start? Accredited Financial Counselor, Latisha Taylor with Tailored Bridges, will guide participants to confidently plan for major purchases and unexpected expenses. The series…

    From Clark County Public Library

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  12. Read This! Book Club

    6 to 7 p.m. · Main · Classes and talks

    The Read This! Book Club is held the third Monday of the month (except in June, July, August and December) and will be held in the Gaier Room. Contact the Main Library Reference Desk for more information. (Some sessions may take place in the Warder Room, across the hall from…

    From Clark County Public Library

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  13. Learn to Skate- Basic 1

    6:15 to 7 p.m. · NTPRD Chiller · Sports and fitness Classes and talks

    Ages 6-12 Deadline: Thursday Prior Fee: $165

    From National Trail Parks & Recreation District (Springfield and Clark County)

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  14. Learn to Skate- Stinger 1

    6:15 to 7 p.m. · NTPRD Chiller · Sports and fitness Classes and talks

    Ages: 4-5 Deadline: Thursday Prior Fee: $165

    From National Trail Parks & Recreation District (Springfield and Clark County)

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  15. Wittenberg Chorale Rehearsal

    7 to 9 p.m. · Room 300 Krieg Hall · Music and shows

    Come sing with the Wittenberg Chorale! Whether you’re a longtime singer or just looking for a welcoming community to make music with, we’d love to have you join us for rehearsal. Come meet fellow singers, learn beautiful music, and be part of the Chorale community.

    From Wittenberg University

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Next 7 days, Tuesday, October 20 to Monday, October 26

  1. Week for Witt

    All day

    Wittenberg University is celebrating Week for Witt, Oct. 19-23, 2026. This special week brings together Tigers everywhere, including alumni, students, faculty, staff, families, and friends, in a celebration of what makes the Wittenberg experience truly transformative.…

    From Wittenberg University

  2. GISA 4-H Meeting (SL)

    7:15 to 7:40 a.m. · SL

    From Global Impact STEM Academy

  3. Ann Miller Gallery Exhibit: within/without by Kelsey Nolin

    8 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Ann Miller Gallery · Arts and museums

    The Department of Art invites you to our first guest artist exhibit and lecture of the 2026-2027 season! within/without by Kelsey Nolin will be on display in the Ann Miller Gallery Oct. 19-Dec. 4, M-F 8am-5pm. Their lecture will be Oct. 19, 4-5pm in Kissell Auditorium, followed…

    From Wittenberg University

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  4. Little Blossoms Storytime

    9:30 to 10 a.m. · Main · Family and kids

    This storytime engages babies and toddlers with books and learning through stories, music, movement and a simple craft to help develop fine motor skills. For ages birth to 2 1/2 with adult caregiver. Please arrive a few minutes early to lessen disruptions.

    From Clark County Public Library

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  5. Trail Walkers

    10 to 11 a.m. · Old Reid Park · Outdoors and parks

    18 & Older Buck Creek Trail

    From National Trail Parks & Recreation District (Springfield and Clark County)

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  6. Little Sprouts Storytime

    10:30 to 11 a.m. · Main · Family and kids

    This storytime prepares preschoolers for later reading success through interactive stories, songs, rhymes, crafts and other fun activities to promote early literacy. For ages 3-5 with adult caregiver. Please arrive a few minutes early to lessen disruptions.

    From Clark County Public Library

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  7. ROX

    11:05 a.m. to noon · Conference room

    From Global Impact STEM Academy

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  8. AI Institute Feedback Forum

    11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. · Alumni Room

    Join the Wittenberg AAC&U AI Institute team for an engaging lunch and learn and feedback forum focused on the evolving role of artificial intelligence in higher education. Hear insights and goals from the Institute team, share your experiences, questions, and ideas. This…

    From Wittenberg University

  9. Eat Smart, Live Well

    11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. · Tuttle · Classes and talks Food, drink and markets

    Want to feed your family healthy foods? Want to sharpen your cooking skills? In this free 6-week class, you will learn how to stretch your food budget, balance a healthy diet with physical activity, cook and bring home tasty meals, and be food safe. Each week, attendees will…

    From Clark County Public Library

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  10. FIRE Week Information Table

    Noon to 2 p.m. · Hobson Atrium Barbara Deer Kuss Science Center

    Join us in the Science Center to learn all about the many programs being offered this spring for FIRE Week!

    From Wittenberg University

  11. Silence Seekers Reading Club

    2 to 3:30 p.m. · Tuttle · Family and kids

    Bring your own book or find a book while you are in the library and silently read in our community room. Feel free to stick around for some discussion after silent reading time ends. No pressure!

    From Clark County Public Library

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  12. Tween Chill & Craft

    4:30 to 5:30 p.m. · Main · Family and kids

    Itching to do some art? Looking for a space to get that creativity flowing? Follow along with each week's theme for inspiration, or just chill and work on a current project. Supplies will be provided. For ages 9-12 in the Lenski Program Room.

    From Clark County Public Library

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  13. 2027-2028 Prospective Family Info Session

    6 to 8 p.m. · John Legend Theater, 700 S Limestone St Ste A, Springfield, OH 45505, USA · Family and kids Classes and talks

    From Global Impact STEM Academy

  14. Autumn Relief Printmaking Workshop

    6 to 7 p.m. · Main · Classes and talks

    According to the MoMA, Relief Printmaking is “a general term for those printmaking techniques in which the printing surface is cut away so that the image alone appears raised on the surface. Relief prints include woodcut, linoleum cut, letterpress, and rubber or metal…

    From Clark County Public Library

  15. Knitting 101 (4-part program)

    6 to 7:45 p.m. · Park · Arts and museums Family and kids

    What is knitting? What is the difference between English and Continental knitting? What is gauge? What is tinking? What is frogging? These and many other mysteries of knitting will be explored in this four-part program. All materials will be supplied. For teens and adults.…

    From Clark County Public Library

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  16. Pumpkin Painting with Gamma Phi Beta

    7 to 9 p.m. · 628 Woodlawn Ave. · Festivals and fairs Arts and museums

    Gamma Phi Beta will be hosting a Pumpkin Painting open recruitment event! Apple cider and dessert will be served as we paint pumpkins! Along with the food and activity, we will be sharing information on joining Greek Life, and what life as a Gamma Phi is like.

    From Wittenberg University

  17. Student Senate General Body

    7 to 8 p.m. · 002 Student Senate Office, Joseph C Shouvlin Center

    Student Senate General Body meetings take place on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Student Senate Office in the basement of the Shouvlin Center. All meetings are open to members of the Wittenberg community. Come join us and let your voice be heard!

    From Wittenberg University

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  18. Witt FC Club Soccer practice

    8 to 10 p.m. · HWA Steemer Turf · Sports and fitness

    Come play soccer with us! All are welcome, any level, just come have fun!

    From Wittenberg University

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  19. Week for Witt

    All day

    Wittenberg University is celebrating Week for Witt, Oct. 19-23, 2026. This special week brings together Tigers everywhere, including alumni, students, faculty, staff, families, and friends, in a celebration of what makes the Wittenberg experience truly transformative.…

    From Wittenberg University

  20. Wild Goose Outdoor Club Camping Trip

    Oct 21 to 22 · Outdoors and parks

    From Global Impact STEM Academy

  21. Ann Miller Gallery Exhibit: within/without by Kelsey Nolin

    8 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Ann Miller Gallery · Arts and museums

    The Department of Art invites you to our first guest artist exhibit and lecture of the 2026-2027 season! within/without by Kelsey Nolin will be on display in the Ann Miller Gallery Oct. 19-Dec. 4, M-F 8am-5pm. Their lecture will be Oct. 19, 4-5pm in Kissell Auditorium, followed…

    From Wittenberg University

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  22. National Chamber Day- Coffee Expressions Food Truck

    8:30 to 11 a.m. · Food, drink and markets Business and jobs

    National Chamber Day - Coffee Expressions Food Truck Date/Time: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 | 8:30 - 11:00 AM Location: Greater Springfield Partnership, 20 S. Limestone St., Springfield, OH October 21 is National Chamber Day, and we're celebrating the best way we know how…

    From Greater Springfield Partnership

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  23. Trail Hikers

    9:30 to 11:30 a.m. · Old Reid Park · Outdoors and parks

    From National Trail Parks & Recreation District (Springfield and Clark County)

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  24. Coffee, Dogs, and Mental Health

    10 a.m. to 2 p.m. · Main Lobby 1st Floor

    Take a break with Tiger Counseling Center and the therapy dogs from Best Friends Pet Assisted Therapy. While you are there, grab a coffee and treat from Sips!

    From Wittenberg University

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  25. Sources of Strength - SL

    11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. · Gym

    From Global Impact STEM Academy

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  26. Wetland Warriors: Not so Creepy Creatures

    3:30 to 5 p.m. · George Rogers Clark Park · Outdoors and parks

    Ages: 7-12 Deadline: October 16 FREE

    From National Trail Parks & Recreation District (Springfield and Clark County)

  27. Hagen Center's Celebrate Service

    5 to 7 p.m. · Alumni Way

    Celebrate Service is an event hosted by the Hagen Center where student organizations can come together to share about their service. For some student organizations it could look like sharing their philanthropy while for others it could be doing something that gives back to the…

    From Wittenberg University

  28. CancelledAdult LEGO Club

    5:30 to 7 p.m. · Main · Family and kids

    UPDATE: The August session for this program will be held in the Rotunda of the Main Library. Calling all adult fans of LEGO (AFOL) and adults who are LEGO-curious! Release your inner kid and create unique and interesting LEGO builds with the library and fellow AFOLs at COhatch…

    From Clark County Public Library

  29. Tuttle's Creative Corner

    5:30 to 6:30 p.m. · Tuttle · Family and kids

    Calling all crafters! Bring your creativity and join us for a fun and relaxing crafting session. Whether you crochet, knit, paint, draw or enjoy any other craft, this is the perfect space to work on your unfinished projects or start something new. All ages welcome. (12 and…

    From Clark County Public Library

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  30. Yoga Flow Session 2

    5:30 to 6:30 p.m. · National Trail Parks and Recreation District · Sports and fitness

    From National Trail Parks & Recreation District (Springfield and Clark County)

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  31. Community of Gamers

    6 to 7:30 p.m. · Main · Community and volunteering

    UPDATE: This session will be held in Meeting Room 5. Passionate about games? Inspired to start your own? In this monthly meetup group, chat with fellow gamers about gaming news, scholarships, trends, get ideas for your own creations and, of course, play games! Led by Greyson…

    From Clark County Public Library

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  32. Graphic Novel & Manga Club for Adults

    6 to 7 p.m. · Main · Classes and talks

    Do you love graphic novels and manga, but have no one to talk about them with? Come join our brand-new graphic novel and manga club for adults! Every month, we’ll select one manga and one graphic novel to read. You can read one or both of them to discuss, plus we’ll also make…

    From Clark County Public Library

  33. CancelledTobacco Cessation Class

    6 to 7 p.m. · Main · Classes and talks Sports and fitness

    Quit smoking/vaping for good . . . in just 6 short weeks! These free educational classes will be presented by the Mercy REACH Alcohol, Drug and Tobacco Program. (Funded in part by United Way of Clark, Champaign and Madison Counties and Mercy Health Foundation). It will include…

    From Clark County Public Library

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  34. Brews & Boos

    7 to 8:15 p.m. · Mother Stewart's Brewing, Taproom · Outdoors and parks

    Ages: 13 & Older Deadline: Friday Prior Tickets: $15 per event

    From National Trail Parks & Recreation District (Springfield and Clark County)

  35. Cru Weekly Meeting

    8 to 9 p.m. · Room 101 Blair Hall

    All are welcome to join Cru at our weekly meetings! We are a caring community of Christians passionate about connecting Students to Jesus Christ. Join us for weekly meeting topics surrounding Faith, God, and the Bible.

    From Wittenberg University

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  36. GISA Virtual Day

    All day · Online · Online

    From Global Impact STEM Academy

  37. Week for Witt

    All day

    Wittenberg University is celebrating Week for Witt, Oct. 19-23, 2026. This special week brings together Tigers everywhere, including alumni, students, faculty, staff, families, and friends, in a celebration of what makes the Wittenberg experience truly transformative.…

    From Wittenberg University

  38. Ann Miller Gallery Exhibit: within/without by Kelsey Nolin

    8 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Ann Miller Gallery · Arts and museums

    The Department of Art invites you to our first guest artist exhibit and lecture of the 2026-2027 season! within/without by Kelsey Nolin will be on display in the Ann Miller Gallery Oct. 19-Dec. 4, M-F 8am-5pm. Their lecture will be Oct. 19, 4-5pm in Kissell Auditorium, followed…

    From Wittenberg University

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  39. Storytime @ Park

    10:30 to 11:30 a.m. · Park · Family and kids

    Miss Kelly can't wait to see you! Together we will share stories, sing and take home a craft. It’s a perfect chance to learn how to interact with other children and have lots of fun! A parent or caregiver must be present with each child. Geared for ages 2-5. Storytime will NOT…

    From Clark County Public Library

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  40. TAC meeting

    3 to 4 p.m. · Li Room Benham Pence Student Center

    From Wittenberg University

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  41. Basic Embroidery

    4 to 5:30 p.m. · National Trail Parks and Recreation District · Outdoors and parks

    Ages: 10-15 Deadline: October 16 Fee: $10

    From National Trail Parks & Recreation District (Springfield and Clark County)

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  1. Clark County Reentry Coalition Meeting

    8:30 to 9:30 a.m. · Clark County Job & Family Services, Reid/Snyder Ro · Public meetings

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  2. Clark County Commission--Regular Meeting

    Starts 8:30 a.m. · 3130 East Main Street · Public meetings

    From Clark County public meetings

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  3. Clark County Commission--Regular Meeting

    Starts 5:30 p.m. · 3130 East Main Street · Public meetings

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  4. Parks Board Meeting

    5 to 6 p.m. · National Trail Parks and Recreation District · Public meetings

    From National Trail Parks & Recreation District (Springfield and Clark County)

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  5. Safety Council Meeting: 11/10/2026

    7:30 to 8:30 a.m. · Courtyard Marriott · Public meetings

    From Greater Springfield Partnership

  6. GISA Governing Board Meeting

    3 to 4 p.m. · 572 E Leffel Ln Springfield, OH, United States · Public meetings

    From Global Impact STEM Academy

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  7. Business Advisory Council Quarterly Meeting

    8 to 9 a.m. · 700 S Limestone St, Springfield, OH 45505, USA · Public meetings

    From Springfield City School District

  8. Board of Education Meeting

    5:30 to 7 p.m. · 700 S Limestone St, Springfield, OH 45505, USA · Public meetings

    From Springfield City School District

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  9. FFA Executive Officer Meeting

    7 to 7:35 a.m. · Public meetings

    From Global Impact STEM Academy

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  10. Safety Council Meeting: 12/8/2026

    7:30 to 8:30 a.m. · Courtyard Marriott · Public meetings

    From Greater Springfield Partnership

  11. Investment Advisory Meeting

    Starts 10:30 a.m. · 3130 East Main Street · Public meetings

    From Clark County public meetings

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