Swimmers compete in the swimming leg of the annual triathlon held at the Marion Family YMCA. The triathlon consisted of swimming, biking and running. This year a duathlon was added that included running and biking.
Prospect, Ohio Carp Tournament
August 12, 2011 By
The annual
The Prospect Carp Tournament can be a family affair. The banks of the Scioto hosted this father and son who spent some time waiting for just the right size carp to come along.
Waldo Firemans Festival
July 23, 2011 By
The day begins with water games at the Waldo Firemans Festival. Located at the new firehouse just off Route 23, the day also offers kids games, bbq chicken dinners, beer garden and a band in the evening. Find out more at http://fortmorrowfire.com/
Goodwill Wheelathon
May 23, 2011 By
The Annual Goodwill Wheel-A-Thon brings awareness to the daily trials of being bound to a wheel chair. The Marion allual fundraiser is usually the fourth Saturday in May. For more information check out the local Goodwill web site
Marion Blue Racers Indoor Football Team
March 28, 2011 By
The Marion Blue Racers take the floor during the indoor games at the Marion Coliseum through May. Playoff games are scheduled for June. Tickets are just $10 to sit anywhere in the coliseum. For complete details, check out the Blue Racer web site www.blueracersfootball.com
President Warren G. Harding’s Tomb
March 25, 2011 By
The Harding Tomb features majestic Georgian marble pillars arranged in a circular memorial.
Drive by the corner of Delaware Avenue and Vernon Heights Boulevard.
National Robotics Competition
March 25, 2011 By
The annual National Robotics Competition is held at the Marion Veterans Memorial Coliseum at the Fairgrounds. nationalroboticschallenge.com
Buckeye Chuck – Groundhog Day
January 15, 2011 By
Ohio’s official Spring weather-predicting groundhog, checks for his shadow at WMRN, 1330 N Main St. Marion. Come early before the sun comes up, if any, to see Chuck. Hot drinks and, of course, spam burger are served every year.
Scout Pilgrimage
January 15, 2011 By
Commemorate the birthday of President Harding. Over 500 scouts gather each year to pay homage to the President and First Lady for their support of scouting. This event also includes the U.S. Army’s annual Wreath Laying Ceremony on behalf of the White House. Featured speakers include scouts and an Army Brigadier General who will represent the President of the United States. Free Admission and the public is invited to attend. Admission is free. For more information call 740-387-9630 or 800-600-6894
Celebrate Summer
January 15, 2011 By
Celebrate Summer is an annual arts, music festival that also features pre-1950 historic car and truck extravaganza. This event is held in downtown Marion, Ohio on the fourth Saturday of June.
With over 40 artists coming from far and wide we assure you that you will find a variety of mediums on display. Bring your children and let them express their creative side in the children’s tent.
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