Opening ceremonies at 10 a.m. Saturday will feature the Lebanon High School marching band. The inaugural train ride will begin at 1 p.m., with more rides scheduled both afternoons. All train rides are half-price during opening weekend, and kids who ride will receive a gift. This year's event doubles as Community Action Day, in which Scout groups, community organizations, local emergency personnel and vehicles, animals and equipment such as tractors, semi trucks and bulldozers will be on hand to provide entertainment and information. Games of skill, a moonwalk, clowns and food will be featured, along with prizes that include a TV and DVD player.
Admission is free for both events.
Proceeds benefit the Every Child Will Read Program at the school. The group meets for sharing, learning and prayer at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month in the manse at the rear of the church. A couple that has experienced the pain and confusion of a divorce, learning to be single and eventual remarriage leads the sessions. Confidentiality is important and members are free to share or just listen. The Springboro Area Chapter of the American Business Women's Association will host a special event at 6 p.m. May 10 at Chantrell's restaurant, off Shartz Road just south of Ohio 73.