Upcoming Events

July 5, 2026, 9:00 AM–

X&A 5K in Deshler

Community, Health, Recreation and Sports

Location: Deshler Village Park, 200 West Maple St, Deshler, Ohio 43516

The annual X&A 5K and 3.21 Memorial walk is scheduled for July 5, 2025, in Deshler. As you know this event commemorates Xavier and Aidan Wensink and their passion for running. Please join us in this community event to run the streets of Deshler, on roads they ran repeatedly over the years, in celebration of their lives. The 5K (3.1 mile) race/memorial walk will take place on July 5, 2025 and starts at 9 am and begins and ends at Deshler Village Park with all proceeds earned going towards Wellness projects in the Patrick Henry Community. There will also be a 1 mile memorial walk for those who do not wish to participate in the timed 5K route. Dave’s Running will be facilitating chip timing technology for fast accurate results for those runners and walkers who choose to be timed. Register by June 18 to reserve your shirt and commemorative wrist-band. Race day registration will not include a shirt. Early Packet Pickup will be available Wednesday July 2nd, time and location TBD. Door Prizes given to registered 5K participants. Pancakes will be served following the race in memory of Aidan’s love of pancakes.

To reduce cost for large families, please register multiple participants with one transaction to reduce processing fees. Also, registrants with a cart total of $80 or more, use coupon code FAMILY10 to receive a 10% discount.
We will also have a 1K (0.6 mile) Fun Run for kids starting at 8:30 am. Fun Run participants receive a medal, a tribute wristband, and Xavier and Aidan’s favorite treats, skittles and cosmic brownies.
3.2 1… Register to RUN!

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July 11, 2026, 12:00 AM–

Family Fun Day at Lily Creek Farm

Community

Location: Lily Creek Farms, R208 County Road 16, Napoleon, Ohio 43545

More information coming soon!

July 11, 2026, 9:30 AM–4:00 PM

Malinta Festival

Arts and Culture, Community

Location: Monroe Twp Fire Dept, 8931 County Road K2, Malinta, OH 43535

Mark your calendars for July 11th!! This year we’re going to kick it off with another Bingo Event starting at 9:30 a.m. We’d also like to do a tractor show – so if you know of anyone interested – please contact us.

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July 11, 2026, 5:00 PM–8:00 PM

Venyx Acoustic Duo at The Lumberyard

Community

Location: The Lumberyard Winery, 118 W Front St, Napoleon, OH 43545

Mark and Cyn acoustic

July 13, 2026, 5:00 PM–

Humane Society Bingo

Community, Fundraiser

Location: Filling Home Community Center, 470 Independence Dr, Napoleon, OH 43545

See flyer for more information.

July 17, 2026, 6:00 PM–9:00 PM

Aaron Hertzfeld at The Lumberyard

Community

Location: The Lumberyard Winery, 118 W Front St, Napoleon, OH 43545

Live music with Aaron Hertzfeld.

July 18, 2026, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

Bounce-a-Palooza at Peace Lutheran

Church Event, Community, Summer Activity

Location: Peace Lutheran Church, 5039 County Road G, Deshler, OH 43516

Saturday, July 18 at 9-12 PM
Bounce-a-Palooza
There will be big bounce houses everywhere!
Invite a friend and bring a grandchild to enjoy jumping and treats!

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July 19, 2026, 11:00 AM–

BBQ Chicken or Ribs at Napoleon Legion

Community, Fundraiser – Food

Location: Napoleon American Legion, 500 Glenwood Ave, Napoleon, OH 43545

Serving begins at 11 and goes until sold out
Eat in or Carry Out
Meal prepared by Hill’s

Held on Third Sunday of most months

July 19, 2026, 1:00 PM–4:00 PM

Henry County Historical Society’s Open House

Community

Location: Dr. Bloomfield Home 229 W Clinton St, Napoleon, OH, United States, Ohio

HCHS’s Open House at the Dr. Bloomfield Home

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July 20, 2026, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

VBS at Peace Lutheran

Church Event, Community, Summer Activity

Location: Peace Lutheran Church, 5039 County Road G, Deshler, OH 43516

Monday – Friday, July 20-24 at 9-12 PM
God is Bigger – VBS
Be part of crafts, snacks, games, songs, and God’s Word! Open to the whole community!

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July 20, 2026, 5:00 PM–

Humane Society Bingo

Community, Fundraiser

Location: Filling Home Community Center, 470 Independence Dr, Napoleon, OH 43545

See flyer for more information.

July 22, 2026, 4:45 PM–6:15 PM

Deshler Free Community Dinner

Community

Location: Immanuel Lutheran Church, 220 W Elm St, Deshler, OH 43516

The Deshler Free Community Dinner is held the 4th Wednesday of every month (except November & December)
Serving 4:45-6:15 pm
Dine In or Carry Out

Thank you to ALL who have helped with the Community Dinners this year. Without you, we wouldn’t be able to provide meals to hundreds of people each month.
With rising food costs and greater need in our community, your monetary assistance would help greatly.
If so inclined, please mark your donation “Deshler Free Community Dinner” and mail to Immanuel Lutheran Church, PO Box 167, Deshler, Ohio 43516.

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July 23, 2026, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM

Hamler Summerfest community church service

Arts and Culture, Community

Location: Hamler Community Park, 100 S First St, Hamler, OH 43524

58th Annual Hamler Summer Fest is a weekend of great German food, fun & polka music. There will be cornhole and pong tournaments on Saturday. Free admission on Sunday for parents with kids for kids’ day activities. Food and beverages available, no carry-ins. Huge wooden dance floor and open seating under roof. Bring your friends and family to enjoy the food, fun, music and atmosphere in Hamler, Ohio! Always the last full weekend of July, so mark your calendars now! Check our website for the details at www.HamlerSF.com.

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July 23, 2026, –

MVCT Production of “Disney’s Frozen”

Arts and Culture, Community

Location: Napoleon JH/HS Gymnatorium, 701 Briarheath Dr, Napoleon, OH 43545

❄️✨Big News from Maumee Valley Civic Theater! ✨❄️
We are beyond thrilled to announce that MVCT has secured the rights to present the full-length version of Disney’s Frozen: The Broadway Musical as our 2026 Summer Show—and we will be one of the first community theaters in the country to perform it! 🎭🎶
Join us July 23–26, 2026 for an unforgettable journey to Arendelle, filled with all your favorite songs (plus stunning new ones written just for Broadway), breathtaking costumes, and magical moments that will melt your heart. 💙
Mark your calendars—summer 2026 will be Frozen like you’ve never seen it before!

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