Free events in Springfield, OH

Open Hands Free Pantry offers no-cost support from the Springfield-Clark Community Initiative, providing boxes filled with canned goods, fresh produce, hygiene items, and other essential supplies. Guided by faith and powered by volunteers, it focuses on neighbors helping neighbors and on strengthening the community with care and respect. This pantry follows a weekly, repeating schedule, and guests are asked to RSVP for the specific day they plan to attend. Volunteers can assist by packing boxes, distributing items, or helping spread the word so families facing food insecurity can access needed resources. For more information, contact the Springfield-Clark Community Initiative at (937) 332-3939.

Open Hands Free Pantry is a no-cost resource from the Springfield-Clark Community Initiative that brings neighbors together through food, hygiene items, and compassionate support. This faith-guided, volunteer-led effort builds community one box at a time by providing packages that include canned goods, fresh produce, hygiene supplies, and other essential items. Hosted by the Springfield-Clark Community Initiative at First Seventh-Day Adventist Church, it follows a recurring weekly schedule. Volunteers can help pack and distribute items or share information, and attendees are asked to RSVP for the session they plan to attend. For details, contact the Springfield-Clark Community Initiative at (937) 332-3939.

Caring Kitchen hosts a recurring gathering that pairs a free dinner with a recovery meeting. The meal takes place first, then the meeting follows. For more information, call 937-653-8443.

The Hoopla Parade returns to Urbana with a high energy vibe. Candy tosses, loud music, and over the top fun are all encouraged. Additional details will be shared as the event gets closer, so make a note on the calendar.

A rain-or-shine marketplace showcasing more than 35 local farmers, gardeners, bakers, and makers, all in one spot for easy browsing and buying.