Events

The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde

by | August 27, 2021 | Events | 0 Comments

Enjoy this summer theater tradition presented by Shakespeare in South Park. The actors and crew are your neighbors and local performers, the venue is outdoors, and admission is free (donations appreciated).

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Our 2nd PPD of 2021 is August 7

by | August 4, 2021 | Events | 0 Comments

Although PPDs are usually carry-ins, in deference to public health concerns, we’ll have the food catered. Rumor has it, it will be a tasty buffet that will please omnivores and vegetarians alike. There will still be beverages for all, including beer and wine. Bring a lawn chair if you like.

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Our first PPD of 2021 is July 17

by | June 26, 2021 | Events | 0 Comments

After a year of staying safe from Covid-19, we’re feeling good about hosting a Porch, Patio and Deck (PPD) neighborhood party.

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South Park Holiday Party! Saturday, December 15th

Dec 11, 2012 |

Ready for a fun party or two? We are! Join us Saturday, December 15th for Historic South Park's Holiday Festivities! at Hope Lutheran Church (Hickory & Perrine) Bring the kids to the Santa Party 2-4:30 for music, crafts, snacks and a visit with Santa. The Hot Toddy...

Spooky Park Parade: Tuesday, Oct. 30th

Oct 7, 2012 |

Strange things happen on All Hallow’s Eve. On Tuesday, October 30th at 5PM, you will see a parade of little monsters and fantastic creatures marching down the Boulevard!

Your family is invited to Historic South Park’s annual costume parade and weenie roast. Please come to Blommel Park (Jay & Park Dr) at 5PM for a free hot dog, and then line up for the parade. The parade will cover about two blocks. Adults, you are welcome to accompany your children if you are also in costume yourself! Grandparents, bring your grandkids! By 6 o’clock–the start of Beggars’ Hours–all young costumed creatures are set free to trick or treat. You’ve been warned! Bwa-ha-ha-ha!

Free Shakespeare Company to Perform in South Park

Jul 17, 2012 | ,

The Free Shakespeare Company will present “The Merchant of Venice” in Blommel Park two nights in South Park: Thursday, July 19 and Thursday, August 9. Performances begin at 7:00 p.m. Bring folding chairs or blankets. The show is free, but a free-Will offering will be taken.

Not able to make it on those dates? You can still catch the show nearby:

ArtStreet, University of Dayton, July 20, 21, 22
Newcom Park, Oregon District, August 3, 4, 5

See the Free Shakespeare Facebook page for full schedule.

2012 South Park Woodland Cemetery Memorial Day Walk

May 11, 2012 |

"When This Cruel War is Over" is the theme of the 2012 South Park Woodland Cemetery Memorial Day walk. We will mark the graves of South Park residents who shared the common thread of lives disrupted--for better or worse--by war. Included are a Civil War veteran...

UPDATE: South Park’s Great Perennial Exchange! Apr 21

Apr 17, 2012 |

The South Park Perennial Exchange was rained out last Saturday, so we'd like to give it another try! At this point weather.com is saying only "scattered showers" for Saturday, April 21. So let's try again; 10 a.m. at South Park Green (Hickory and James Sts.) Come with...

Easter Egg Hunt! Saturday, April 7, 2PM at the Gazebo!

Mar 24, 2012 |

It wouldn't be spring in South Park without some crazy good fun with the Easter Bunny on the Boulevard! Candy filled eggs, lots of happy hopping and running around, a chance to take a picture with the Easter Bunny, and even some prizes!  Children 10 and under, bring...