Weekday Volunteers Needed and More Summer Fun Ideas

Things to do

Write a letter/card/draw a picture for a local senior

We continue to accept letters and cards for local seniors. As some things have been able to reopen our local seniors are still staying safe at home. But it can be lonely. Take a moment to write a message and drop it into your local library book drop where we'll get them delivered throughout the County!

Summer Reading Program Save the Date!

Save the Date! St Marys Community Public Library plans to kick-off June 15th and Auglaize County District Public Libraries will start Monday, June 22nd.

Parks and Recreation

Heritage Trails Park District has 5 parks throughout Auglaize County full of trails and nature for all ages. Learn more about them here .

Fort Amanda was a huge supply depot for the American Army during the War of 1812. The park is open daylight hours on State Route 198 north of Wapakoneta. A historic cemetery, granite monument, and trails leading to the riverfront await visitors. One of a series of forts extending north from Piqua to Fort Meigs (present day Perrysburg), Fort Amanda was built by order of General William Henry Harrison. Originally built in the fall of 1812 by Kentucky troops under the command of Lt. Col. Robert Pogue, the fort was enlarged to almost double the original size during the spring of 1813 by Ohio militia soldiers under the command of Capt. Daniel Hosbrook.

Auglaize County Historical Markers: Did you know that there are Historical Markers throughout the County? Why not take a driving tour of the County and see them all? Check out Remarkable Ohio to see a map of all the markers and learn more about local history!

Summer Meals

Cridersville

Monday, Wednesday Friday pick-up lunches

Adults and Children

Cridersville Library 11 AM

Waverly Apartments 11:15 AM

St Marys

Monday, Wednesday, Friday pick-up lunches

Children 1-18 years of age

Sack lunches and breakfasts for Tuesday and Thursday will also be provided.

West Intermediate School Bus Loop 11-12:30 PM

Dave Wright's BBQ Stand 11-11:20 AM

2100 Celina Road 11:30-11:50 AM

2nd Beach 12-12:20 PM

East Primary Bus Loop 11-12:30 PM

Corner of Columbia/Knoxville 11-11:20 AM

Corner of Beech/Weston 11:30-11:50 AM

Corner of Townview/Greenville 12-12:20 PM

Wapakoneta

Monday, Wednesday and Friday pick-up lunches

Children and Adults. Sack lunches for Tuesday and Thursday will also be provided.

Pick-up 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM Mechanic Street Entrance

Questions: Call Tami Zwez, 419-738-2215

Volunteers are also needed.

Wapak Loaves & Fishes

Thursday Evening pick-up 4:30-5:30 PM

Please call Connie Krites at 567-204-6708 and leave a message by Tuesday at 6 PM.

Monetary Assistance

The following resources are recommendations for individuals and families who need assistance during this time.

Auglaize County Job & Family Services:

***Grant Funds still available!!!

567-242-2750

There are currently grant funds available up to $500 for qualified applicants for rent and utility payments.

Must complete a PRC application
Must have a minor child in the home (or be pregnant)
Must be below 200% poverty level income
Must provide a bill for the household

Call with questions or to request an application.

West Ohio Community Action Partnership:

419-227-2586

Is still providing services including rent and utility assistance for those who qualify.

Enter to win in our Raffle!

We are continuing our monthly raffle! Buy tickets online here or text "DRAWING" to 44321 and get into a chance to win $150, $75, or $50 each month!

Each month we will be highlighting a different agency as part of the process to tell you about the great work they do not only during this crisis but all year long.

In June we'll be highlighting the Auglaize County Public District Library and their Summer Reading Program. Special thanks to our sponsor of the month Merritt Real Estate.

We're looking for golfers for an outing at Arrowhead Golf Club. Fill out a registration form and email it to j.muhlenkamp@auglaizeunitedway.org.

New Volunteer Opportunities!

Our local agencies and organizations need assistance! We're looking for help landscaping, delivering food boxes, sorting donations and providing summer meals. Please consider taking part in one of the activities here . We are in extra need of weekday volunteers for food distributions!

Help while you grocery shop!

Several of our agencies are still providing basic needs to clients please consider grabbing an extra item or two to donate such as:

Toilet paper

Hand sanitizer

Toiletries

Single Serve Breakfasts

Shelf Stable Basics: Canned goods, pasta, etc.

Drop them off at your closest pantry, the Council on Aging or call the UW office at 419-739-7717 so we can help coordinate delivery!

Assistance with Family Meals

Agape Ministries

Food Pantry Days Tuesday and Thursday 12 - 4:30 PM

*Please remember your photo ID and current proof of residence.

Mercy Unlimited

Weekday 9 AM to 5 PM

Saturdays 9 AM to 2 PM

Please come to the back entrance (normal food pantry door) and call 419-738-3161 so items can be brought out for you.

St Paul UCC New Bremen

Monday-Friday

10-12 PM and 1-3 PM

Tuesday Evening

5:30-7:30 PM

Ring doorbell on the East side double doors.

Assistance for Seniors

Auglaize County Council on Aging

Can deliver meals, prescriptions, etc right to your home.

Call 419-394-8252

Free Wi-Fi

If you need internet and you do not have access at home wi-fi is available at all of the Auglaize County Library Locations , the St. Marys Community Public Library and at select locations free from Spectrum and Xfinity .

Please remember to stay socially distant from others when using the wi-fi. Click on the links to find the location nearest you.

Imagination Library

Kids Age 0-5

The Imagination Library is now available in Auglaize County. Go to ohioimaginationlibrary.org/enroll to sign up your child!

Free Little Library

Two Free Little Library Locations are now open in Wapakoneta! Check them out on Auglaize Street in front of Casa Chic or on Hamilton at the Wapak Waterpark.

Feel free to browse, take or leave a book! And leave a note to say you "checked in."

Computer Access

Need to get connected? Select Auglaize County Public District Library Branch Locations will be opening for computer access for adults by appointment only. Call your local branch to see about hours and availability and don't forget exact change if you need to print a document!

Click here to see current branch hours .

Thanks!

Thanks again to Homestretch Sportswear and everyone who ordered a shirt representing us, our agencies, or businesses who donated to our agencies! We loved seeing the community support and everyone wearing a shirt supporting local businesses and organizations!

Check out Mercy Unlimited Inc's Facebook page to see the McDonald's Staff rocking their shirts!

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