City continues to offer variety of events
The event calendar is full in Springboro. In addition to bike rides and nature walks, there’s a whole list of cool events planned throughout the summer and early fall. Visit the city’s website, www.ci.springboro.us, or Facebook page for details.
Wright Station
Stop by Wright Station and enjoy a free outdoor concert! Each week the city offers a great show in the park area near the Springboro Performing Arts Center. The lineup includes country, rock, oldies, a cappella and more! The DORA (Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area) allows patrons to carry alcoholic beverages in designated cups throughout Wright Station, which also offers free Wi-Fi. All events are free and start at 6 p.m.
■ Thursday, Aug. 11: Fashions on Main — See what’s on trend with a fashion show by Historic Springboro merchants
■ Friday, Aug. 12: 7075 —’60s to current hits with a big sound
■ Friday, Aug. 19: Velvet Crush Unplugged — 3-piece acoustic band puts a unique
spin on a variety of songs from the ’80s, ’90s & today
■ Tuesday, Aug. 23: Hauer Swing Band — Swing the night away with some of the most kicking up tempo numbers ever written
■ Friday, Aug. 26: Alexis Gomez — Experience the energy and fun that Alexis brings to country music
■ Tuesday, Aug. 30: Locking Up Otis — 3-piece classic rock band
Rotary Park
Come for the shopping and food, and stay for the music! Historic Springboro hosts Girls’ Night Out and Food Trucks, 6 – 9 p.m. Stop by Rotary Park, 320 S. Main
St. for live music.
■ Aug. 18: 6 p.m. Edde Osborne — family-friendly smooth jazz
■ Sept. 15: 6 p.m. Heath Bowing — acoustic country and rock
North Park
■ Sept. 3: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Bike the Boro/The Big Event, 10 a.m – 1 p.m.
Bike rides through the city, bike vendors and safety exhibits, bounce houses and kids’ activities
■ Oct. 1: 3 – 9 p.m. Boro Fest—Bands, food trucks, kids’ activities, bounce houses. The Eagles Project takes the stage at 3 and Naked Karate Girls at 6 p.m.