Events in Wooster today

AlterClinic provides a transportation option for low-cost spay and neuter surgery, created for pet owners in surrounding counties who cannot drive to the clinic. Once a month on a Wednesday, the team meets at the Wayne County Humane Society to pick up pets with confirmed spots, takes them to AlterClinic for surgery, then brings them back for same-day pickup. To reserve a place, call (234) 804-3064. Staff will collect your information and add your pet to the requested transport date, and a coordinator will follow up the week before to finalize appointments. Payment in full is required at booking, and a $10 transportation fee per pet applies in addition to the cost of surgery and any selected services. Transport is for spay and neuter procedures only, though vaccinations, microchipping, and SNAP combo testing can be done during the same visit. Dental services are not available through transport. Feral trapped cats can be scheduled if trapping requirements are reviewed in advance. Residency in Wayne County is not required.

An arts-centered evening in downtown Wooster features participating businesses along S. Market each hosting their own activities. Expect music, art, spoken word, and a variety of food and drinks. Admission is free and open to all.

First Friday levels up with a family game night spread across downtown, inviting visitors to explore shops and eateries while taking part in playful activities and live entertainment. Main Street Wadsworth sets the scene with quick challenge games to test speed and strategy, giant takes on classic tabletop favorites, a trading card fundraiser featuring Wadsworth themed cards, a video game truck with dance games, a Pac-Man inspired hay maze at Grace Lutheran, and a concert by Wishgarden in the Pocket Park facing Main Street. Alt Boutique hosts The Crooked Chapter mobile bookstore out front and offers free glow-in-the-dark retro gaming stickers, summer apparel blowout deals, and new fall decor and clothing. The BookShelf lends a hand with back to school by making cookbooks buy one, get one. The Sub Station adds sidewalk chalk and a giant Connect 4 in the alley along with cider slushies for adults or kids, a $10 side basket where you pick two sides, Dora Cups, and treats for children. At Dolce at the Strand it is all about Candyland with Peppermint Forest gelato, Gum Drop Mountain brownies, Queen Frostine specialty drinks, Grandma Nut cheesecake, Lord Licorice mini tin cakes, Lollipop Woods gelato, Candyland bingo, plus board games and yard games. Grizzly Arcade serves as a trading stop for the Main Street playing card activity and also offers face painting. Howard Hanna features a prize wheel. Jobs For Ohio's Graduates appears near Wadsworth Community Radio to share information. Quaint is freshly stocked with trivia card games focused on movies, music, and Christmas. Trimitu UCC sets up in front of Subway. Wadsworth Community Band invites spins of a wheel for glow sticks, stickers, candy, and other prizes. Wadsworth Cub Scout Group 402 sells popcorn downtown. The Wadsworth Public Library brings larger than life games. Wadsworth Square Foundation and Celestia Theatre present a Miller Lite Beer Garden with $5.50 Miller Lites, Rolling Rocks, and cocktails. Their booth in front of the theater includes sign ups to win free tickets with front row seats, a kids prize wheel, and additional vendors on the lawn. Music fills the evening with a free pre show performance by Shelby Olive followed by Out of Eden, an Eagles tribute, on the Celestia stage.

Daisypusher returns to downtown Wooster for a live performance at Main Street Wooster. This appearance brings the act back for another year of music in the heart of the city.

Wishgarden performs at the Downtown Pocket Park as part of the Summer Concert Series. This is the fourth concert in the series, presented by Main Street Wadsworth.

A set route has been chosen and will be followed on a recurring basis. The same path will be taken each time, making it easy to get familiar with the course.

Stop by the Wadsworth Farmers Market and show your support.

Saturdays July 11 - September 26 @ 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 121 Watrusa Ave., Wadsworth OH 44281

Heavy equipment buyers and sellers come together for a consignment auction focused on construction machinery and commercial vehicles. Expect a broad mix that can include skid loaders, excavators, dozers, lifts, commercial trucks and trailers, and other vehicles. Bidding takes place live, with an online option available as well. Early consignments are encouraged for added visibility, and both financing and trade ins are offered. Buyer’s premium varies by bidding method, with 5 percent for in person purchases, 7 percent for purchases made through the host’s online platform, and 8 percent for purchases made through Equipment Facts. A sales tax of 6.5 percent applies unless exempt, and titled items include a 15 dollar title processing fee. Purchases must be removed within three weeks of the sale. After that window, removal is by appointment and storage charges of 10 dollars per day per lot may apply, along with any callback fees. A paid invoice is required before any item is released, including those picked up by third party carriers. For equipment updates and early catalog details, text the word EQUIPMENT to 330 845 4411.