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Hello Lima! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning.
In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Two new restaurants, maple festival 2026, and a public stargaze + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
New community support initiative: The Area Agency on Aging 3 is introducing TrustedRiders, a free service for enrolled seniors and adults with disabilities. Volunteers are needed and must complete an application and background check — see how to get involved.
Setting the stage for investment: Preliminary work is underway at Lima’s Riverfront One as the city prepares the site for redevelopment with Land Bank funding. Major visible changes may be a year or two away — learn about the purchase and timeline.
Local food scene expands: Two new restaurants will open in Wapakoneta this spring, The Coop for takeout and delivery chicken and The Mason Jar steakhouse. The mayor hopes they draw people to downtown Wapakoneta — meet the new restaurants.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache.
From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.
As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.
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🫶 We got your back
Small plates, big vibe: When the group chat wants a little of everything, The Met comes through with shareable plates like spinach-artichoke dip, gyro eggrolls, and a hummus platter, plus an easygoing wine-and-cocktail lineup. Slide into a booth, order a few for the table, and let the catching up flow.
Weekend on the water: Early-season casts call for sharper gear. At The Outdoorsman, find bait, tackle, marine accessories, even custom boat covers, from folks who know Grand Lake St. Marys like the back of a net. Thoughtful picks and local know-how mean smoother launches and fewer fish tales.
Movie night, solved: When the week drags, Wapa Theatre turns Wapakoneta into a cozy time capsule, offering big‑screen escapes with old‑school charm that makes even Tuesday feel special. Two hours of story do the heavy lifting while the lights dim and the popcorn soundtrack kicks in.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 Fun for the whole fam
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🎯 Family Nerf & Nacho Night @ Lima First Church | Friday (3/6) at 6:00 PM – Suit up for a family Nerf showdown, then refuel with nachos. They supply darts and nachos, you bring your own blaster, kids K and up welcome, and it’s $20 per household. Finally, a workout that pairs nicely with cheese, camaraderie, and bragging rights.
🍁 Maple Festival 2026 @ McLean Teddy Bear Park | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to swap doomscrolling for sap-steam, McLean Teddy Bear Park goes full sugar bush with the Sugar Shack, interpreters, and a self-guided hike with QR stops. Come for the syrup show, stay for food trucks, goodies, crafts, and giveaways.
🎉 Neighborhood Relief Thrift Store 26th Anniversary @ Neighborhood Relief Thrift Store | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – Whether you’ve been treasure-hunting there since 1998, or just found your new favorite mug, Neighborhood Relief turns 26 with Jay’s Coneys, a raffle, sales, and prayers if you want them. Come for the deals, stay for the neighbors. Classic Lima.
🎳 CDC Bowl-A-Thon @ 20th Century Lanes | Saturday (3/7) at 4:00 PM – Dust off your lucky shoes and roll a few for a good cause at the CDC Bowl-A-Thon. Family teams by day, scotch doubles after dark. Expect DJ Phil Austin, pizza, basket raffles, 50/50 raffles, and the kind of lane-side trash talk that funds community work.
🎼 The American Songbook @ Crouse Performance Hall, Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center | Saturday (3/7) at 7:30 PM – Think you know your American standards? The orchestra serves up Gershwin, Bernstein, Ellington, and Joplin, with soprano Tracy Cantin soaring through Climb Ev’ry Mountain and I Feel Pretty. Expect goosebumps, a few happy memories, and zero judgment if you mouth the words.
🔭 Members Meeting and Public Stargaze @ Schoonover Observatory | Friday (3/13) at 8:00 PM – Lima Astronomical Society is holding a public monthly meeting, then opening the dome at Schoonover for a stargaze, weather permitting. Think constellations, planets, and the occasional satellite photobomb. Bring curiosity, a jacket, and that stubborn telescope, we’ll tune it up.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Lima report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 53°F – Low: 49°F – Precip: 59%
A chance of rain before 4pm, then rain likely and a slight chance of thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 53. East wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Later: Rain and a slight chance of thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a low around 49. Southeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 64°F – Low: 52°F – Precip: 93%
Rain and a slight chance of thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 64. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible. Later: Rain and a slight chance of thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 52. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
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